- Daniel Radcliffe's Honors 'Harry Potter' stunt double in new documentary
- David Holmes performed the franchise’s stunts
- Unfortunately, Holmes had an accident
The wizarding world is abuzz with the latest spellbinding story, but this time it's not fiction! Daniel Radcliffe (34), the star who brought "Harry Potter" to life, is weaving a new kind of magic with a powerful HBO documentary, 'David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived'. The film, premiering November 15 and available to stream on Max, is a tribute to David Holmes (42), Radcliffe's stunt double whose career took a devastating turn following an on-set accident.
From flight to fight
"I used to fly," reminisces Holmes in the documentary, recalling his days of high-flying stunts before a spinal injury left him paralyzed. Radcliffe, determined to share his friend's extraordinary journey, initially took a stab at directing. "We shot some stuff and I didn't really know what I was doing," he admits with a chuckle. But the actor knew when to call in the big wands, enlisting Dan Hartley, a seasoned director and former video operator on the 'Potter' films, to steer the project.
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The documentary shifts focus from the broader world of stunt performers to the intimate and inspiring story of Holmes' life before and after the life-changing accident. In January 2009, while test filming for the final chapters of the 'Harry Potter' saga, Holmes broke his neck in a stunt gone wrong. Now, as a wheelchair user and host of the 'Cunning Stunts' podcast, he is a beacon of hope and resilience.
A tale of friendship and resilience
Holmes hasn't watched the documentary yet, but he trusts Radcliffe and Hartley's vision. "I know that it was made with love and sensitivity, and that's enough for me right now," he says. The stunt hero is on a "neurological journey," using film and storytelling to navigate his new reality and prepare for the day he'll reflect on his life with the hope he carries today.
Radcliffe is confident they've done Holmes proud, sharing the film with his friends, family, and the disabled community. Holmes stresses the importance of accurate disability representation and is bolstered by the support of his "team of Avengers" from the disabled community who find the documentary empowering.
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'David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived' isn't just a behind-the-scenes look at the 'Harry Potter' films—it's a story of friendship, bravery, and the unbreakable human spirit. So grab your popcorn and tissues; this is one tale from the celebrity world that you won't want to miss!
