David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived | Official Trailer | HBO

[@Evanescoduil]

The point of this isn't to feel sad for him. It's to see how much Dan and David appreciate how he's moved past that to figure out who he really wants to be in the face of something we'd all consider insurmountable. Don't pity him, guys. Celebrate him.

[@owengraziano7288]

Very well-said!

[@maazkalim]

So cross-promoting a toxic fantasy franchise over the life-altering injury caused to The British Stunt Register performer as the insanely-monopolistic WarnerMedia getting even larger as Warner Bros Discovery continues to drag its feet over their counterparts in AFTRA, eh? Can soupbrains who contribute to the urban-legend/-myth that this network is _the_ creative haven have it in them to raise their hands, pronto?

[@buffnipz]

@@maazkalim I agree, it looks like a really nice documentary

[@mikhurtado320]

I cannot agree more.

[@dawnriddler]

Why would anyone pity him? he chose this life because he enjoys it, i'm pretty sure he was aware of the possible consequences, and it was still worth it for him. Pity would be if he was forced into the job and had an accident on the first go, not for someone who has spent years thriving.

[@yoroshiku137]

Executive Producer Daniel Radcliffe?! That's amazing! I love that he saw his friend's life journey as something worth spotlighting and sharing, given that most stunt-doubles tend to be invisible, and possibly only a very few people (mainly just hardcore Harry Potter fans) even knew of this. Bravo, sir. I look forward to watching this soon!

[@Wax_Man]

to be clear producer roles can be anything from excessively involved in the story, shooting, etc, or someone that simply gives money to the production and only interacts when money is needed or budget is questioned. Not saying that Daniel isn't spear heading this, I'm assuming he is, but just something to keep in mind

[@andreidinu7316]

​@@Wax_Manhe appears in all the photos with him, at events he did, looks pretty involved, I was surprised, as I had the same opinion as you did.

[@Conradlovesjoy]

Yeah now that his work has dried up he has to keep people talking about him.

[@latch9781]

They've done a podcast on stunts for a while now together

[@islandhorsetaker]

his work has not dried up my friend he's been doing loads over the years, and is currently starring in Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway@@Conradlovesjoy

[@AA-qb7ni]

I heard about his story ages ago. It's so sad but he seems like such a wonderful guy. It's great that Daniel is producing this and wants to celebrate and share David's story 🙌🏼

[@benjamingentile1660]

Tom Felton says in his book that when David was in the hospital and the production brought him some extra good food so he didn't have to eat hospital food, he wouldn't eat it until they brought food for everyone there. Imagine that, your world has been turned upside down in a horrifying accident but all you're thinking about is how to brighten the days of those around you also suffering. An absolute inspiration.

[@5MadMovieMakers]

The stunts in those movies look crazy. Excited to hear more about his story

[@Conradlovesjoy]

They were crazy. A kid broke his neck doing them.

[@Kiina312]

@@Conradlovesjoy Which kid? Because the only one who I knew of who broke their neck doing stunts on those movies was David Holmes and he was a professional 25yo stunt double. No children broke their necks..

[@Whocares158]

Oh shut up. He sign up for this he knew the risks! Sacrifices must be made!

[@JJDetroitfan925]

How about footage from the actual accident?

[@5MadMovieMakers]

@@JJDetroitfan925 watched it and they show the moments leading up to it

[@slideshowgurl]

I was a very active person on my way to becoming a wildlife journalist when I became disabled at 26 due to a genetic disorder. It’s not been an easy road, but I’ve learned so much. David saying he used to wrap his identity in his work, until he was forced to be present in life, resonated with me. I’ve felt the same. I cannot wait to see this film!

[@birdlandartrenae2632]

Absolutely, yes. !t that moment when he said he was more present in life now hit home with me, as well. I had a TBI almost six years ago that changed everything. I found my 'be still' time instrumental in teaching me more about who I am at the core of me, once all the labels I used to identify myself were stripped away. This will hopefully be a powerful film, full of hope and potential for those who haven't grasped that yet.

[@efugee]

And I am close to my 40s and do nothing with my perfectly body and stay inside all the time depressed. The universe really knows how to evenly hand out irony lol.

[@cintsscha5899]

I experienced something similar. I was in a good spot in a job, my income was the highest I have ever had in any other job, but then suddenly illness hit like million bricks. I am not disabled for life, but it has not allowed me to work for more than a year. It has been difficult.

[@nitinkatoch1]

Daniel Radcliffe is definitely someone who thinks and feels out of the box in Hollywood. Such a great actor and even a decent human being

[@InvertedFreeSolo]

He's incredibly grounded for someone who grew up as he did. I've never seen an ounce of arrogance from him in an interview. He's always respectful and empathetic. Just a good dude all-around.

[@lunatic5162]

His parents rased him right.

[@timy9197]

Every decision he makes as an actor makes me respect him more.

[@montazownianr1]

Great actor? lol common mediocre at least

[@woozyguy9]

@@montazownianr1 in your intention to be negative, what you meant was 'at best', but honestly you should take a page from your own criticism and try and be a common or mediocre person at the least.

[@foosh106]

Love that Radcliffe is the exec producer on this; I remember him being vocal about David Holmes right after his accident, wanting the public to know about him and all the hard work he did on the potter franchise - Dan continues to set the bar for the rest of us on how to support voices/narratives that need it.

[@thegamingcook785]

Daniel even guest stars on David's podcast too

[@foosh106]

Oh nice! He really knows how to utilize his fame to support others!@@thegamingcook785

[@Charlotte-wx4jz]

I saw an interview with David, separate to this and apparently the documentary was Daniels idea. He’s wanted to make it for a while but David wouldn’t let him because he didn’t want to take away from the films.

[@thndercat007]

The fact there isn't an academy award for stunts is unacceptable. This trade is ignored! I love the film The Fall (2006).

[@Kiina312]

I read your comment and mentally chastised myself because I hadn’t realised until now - you are completely right. There is no category for stunt doubles yet there absolutely should be! You have one for costume, script, song, actor/ supporting, visual effects, editing, cinematography etc.. but not for stunts.

[@thegamingcook785]

Daniel Radcliffe is such a nice guy for never abandoning David, and still continues to be friends with him today

[@XxThatGuyOverTherex1]

Oh man, even just this trailer made me start to tear up. I'm really happy and proud of David for making the most out of his situation, and staying as positive as he could be. I'm mostly happy he has so many good friends.

[@EPHTR8032]

This is gonna make me cry-not out of pity, but out of his triumphant spirit. It’s hard to remain joyful in a situation like that, and even if he wasn’t always joyful about it, he found a way through. It’s inspiring.

[@quantumblurrr]

Quiet, you

[@eliwright2531]

Mad props to whoever came up with the perfect title for this documentary

[@AK-jt9gx]

No kidding. Not only does it embody David actually living through his injury, but also the spirit of spending time on “life” that he describes finding afterwards. And perhaps best of all, from a marketing angle… it clearly identifies this for people unaware of the story as a “Potter” associated story, but it also keeps it FULLY about David by avoiding including Harry Potter’s name or Dan Radcliffe’s name.

[@FlowingYogini]

This documentary was so inspiring and heartbreaking. I am (or was) a yoga teacher and choreographer who broke 4 vertebrae just 7 weeks ago, on bed rest recovering, this story hit me hard. I am not paralyzed but I disabled now and struggling to come to terms with this new reality. Praying that there will be some sort of magical healing for spinal cord injury. David you are so strong and inspiring. Making the most of a horrible accident.

[@Pain4yourmind]

He is an amazingly positive guy and very mentally resilient. The only problem for me was the aftermath of the accident especially regards legal prosecution and monetary payout. I get that he said in the documentary that he was not going to press charges because he didn’t want anyone to receive blame or lose their jobs and thats amazingly honourable, but in honesty that doesn’t matter because UK Health and Safety will do a full investigation and place the blame accordingly. Also surly with all the money Warner bros made from the films they would have paid out on top of the basic insurance even for moral reasons alone. None of that made sense and they never clarified any of it in the documentary which was strange

[@narenvarma8339]

Can you tell How you broke your vertebrae? If you are comfortable sharing

[@FlowingYogini]

@@narenvarma8339 yes, sure. I had a very severe fall and in the process broke L1, L2, T7, T8. I am not paralyzed but I am very limited in my movements right now, it is extremely painful, and it is very challenging to heal from.

[@rawkerboi]

@@FlowingYogini It's been three months since your last comment. I hope you are making good progress mate.

[@edgarjeromenavarro449]

I'm currently reading Tom Felton's book and in chapter 13, I came to know about this man. He used to be Daniel's and Tom's stunt double. Cool guy, well deserved appreciation.

[@mayflower7811]

Daniel is a beautiful person for making this film for David Holmes

[@transes81]

very beautiful for Daniel to produce this. Looking forward to watching this and getting inspiration in these troubled times

[@nothere7775]

Dan is such a kind human being and a loyal friend. I’m so happy he decided to give David this spotlight

[@c3vzn]

@@againstthedyingofthelight Lol if it did negatively impact him you lot would be going after him. Look at what happened to Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis for being loyal to Danny Masterson.

[@snypa-ck7hn]

me too

[@xjun91]

@@c3vzn He means when Daniel backstabbed JKR, the one who basically MADE him. He's only loyal if he won't get bad rep for it.

[@TJ-hl1kq]

⁠@@xjun91he backstabbed jkr? How?Also what a weird thing to say she made him. She made hp not the actor. It was a job and he got paid for his work. no one made him.

[@ethankleinman1067]

@xjun91 That's a good thing that he's not loyal to her. Especially when she's been known to be transphobic.

[@TheHookOfficial]

Crying at the trailer... going to bawl my eyes out when I watch the whole documentary 😭

[@lunalin9870]

Huge respect to all the stunts people.

[@acmejia]

OMG! I'm so glad Daniel is producing this.

[@thecollectorrose]

Just watched this and felt tons of emotion. Dave really has such a great light about him even though he's been through so much. He's a true inspiration.

[@colinjdye709]

I had the pleasure of meeting and being around David he is the most polite and respectful lad of his age you could ever meet always happy-go-lucky an inspiration as he is still today think he is the only young lad I ever looked up to and still do today with all he had to cope he is still a legend today

[@joalltaeuber8065]

Will def be watching it, Cheers mate.

[@spdcrzy]

I'm going back to watch all the HP films now to see how much crazy stunt work there is, because I think it really flew over a lot of our heads when we first saw the movies with the focus on all the magic.

[@rumelalahiri1834]

1st book, 1st chapter, 1st phrase. A tribute to a legend from a legend. The name couldn’t have been better. Really looking forward to seeing this.

[@kklam4820]

Tom Felton also mentioned this incident in his book. Great Dan is producing this. Hopefully David will get some income out of this, along with us hearing about how hard other behind the camera people work too.

[@TsukiMo0n]

I feel so sad for him ☹️ but i find it so wholesome that Daniel is friend with him and is doing this for him 😊

[@AA-qb7ni]

Daniel seems like one of the nicest guys in Hollywood tbh

[@maazkalim]

So cross-promoting a toxic fantasy franchise over the life-altering injury caused to The British Stunt Register performer as the insanely-monopolistic WarnerMedia getting even larger as Warner Bros Discovery continues to drag its feet over their counterparts in AFTRA, eh? Can soupbrains who contribute to the urban-legend/-myth that this network is _the_ creative haven have it in them to raise their hands, pronto?

[@gracehaven5459]

@@maazkalim touch grass

[@alexandralucas1955]

Looks like Daniel is doing this with Dave, not for him.

[@maazkalim]

Zaslāv( no salutation!)'s mist-- err.. PA, is that you - Ms "@@gracehaven5459"?

[@GodofStories]

Everyone is all in life. Most of us live and die without ever realizing our potential. David played his cards, and got to realize his dreams.

[@greencello599]

Stunt performers risk life and limb for our entertainment. Not just in the movies and television, but also as team mascots. What they do, to entertain us, comes at a cost. David now has a unique perspective and a new outlook on life. Does he have his highs and lows? Of course he does. Are there times where he wishes things could've been different? No doubt. However, his outlook isn't one of self pity and misery. He's taking one day at a time, supported by family and friends, and living his life. We all can learn from him.

[@qwerttzizzi]

Thanks Radcliffe that he never forgot him and now giving the spotlight he deserves!

[@timrob12]

Dan is one of the most wholesome people on the planet. David Bradley (who played Filch) had this wonderful story where he and his wife had invited school kids over to the Potter set (it was some sort of project that David's wife was doing) and Dan learned all the kids' names so that he could later send them all a personalized letter. Bradley's says Dan didn't have to do it, but did do it anyways.

[@raidersofthelostpodcast_]

I'm weeping just from the trailer

[@BrunetteGiant]

Oh my god I've been soooo fascinated by David's story since I heard about this accident. I am so, so, so grateful this documentary will finally highlight David's life, plight, and accomplishments.

[@joebockhahn4631]

Really looking forward to watching this as a someone who works in film and trains in the stunt industry to become a stunt man. It’s different in the UK then it is in the states but this is a incredible story that I have heard before and I’m glad we are finally going to shine some light on the side of film that no one really knows about!!

[@starkiller7278]

I'm glad Mark decided to make the harness stunts safer. It's so easy to praise the actors for their performances, we forget or don't even acknowledge the stunt people that take bumps. David Holmes really did some great work in the movies he were in. Wish him all the best now and for the future. Rooting for you brother 💪🏼.

[@kruszer]

Just watched this film and I found it incredibly touching! For those of us who continue to have to isolate due to increased long-covid risk once society stopped masking and caring about vulnerable people, life seems so incredibly hard right now. There's so much temptation to give up on life after it slides our dreams into the ditch! I so much appreciate the strength that David Holmes shows. He could've wallowed in pity and asked to be euthanized when he could no longer live what mattered most in his life... but instead, he found new ways to be happy and to love and help those around him, even while his body continues to cause him so much pain. Truly glad Daniel Radcliffe put in the effort to tell his friend's worthwhile story! Thank you!

[@sophiaisabelle01]

David Holmes is one intelligent and complex individual with a lot on his mind. He’s capable of articulating what he has in store for us. I bet he’s already exceeded people’s expectations of him.

[@iknovate]

Just watched on a flight. Had never heard anything about this happening. Fabulous piece.

[@MindfulMya]

Everyone will experience disability at some point in their life. Some more than others. Some longer than others. Having a disability doesn’t mean life ends. It continues in another way. So proud of David for finding a renewed sense of life. He got to do all those cool things. And now he got to tell his story and share the hope. Life still continues and I’m glad he’s making the most of it all. Live life.

[@s.lavonnecockerell8382]

Wonderful documentary. I did not know this had happened to David. David’s humanity is what makes him one of the greatest humans on earth. I appreciate his work before the accident, but I think more so afterwards. I am lucky to have seen this. Thank you, David.

[@qis2999]

Daniel you are truly a great person.

[@viperrecords3288]

Imagine being told you were gonna be have the greatest job ever. For 10 years, you were going to get to be a stunt man on all the harry potter movies. And then you get paralyzed rest of your life. Those twists of fate really stick it in and break it off. “The Boy Who Lived” is right.

[@SynysterGoose]

Not to take away anything from dude, but just shows you how awesome Daniel is as a person

[@starwarsisamazing6332]

Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times. If only one remembers to turn on the light.

[@Mr_Jish]

Man.... If ever there was a reason to love Dan more. But this isn't about him, and I know he knows that which is what is going to make this so wonderful to see. Edit: So I've just got done watching it, and man... Absolutely wrecked me as expected, had to stop a couple times because I was genuinely weeping, but I can't recommend watching it enough to everyone.

[@sweendog52]

Thanks for this film - my wife and I just watched it - it makes me want to be a better person - it makes me ashamed of complaining so much - I definitely want to remember the impact of this film and not let it be an emotional and inspiring experience that is forgotten and doesn’t lead to real change

[@samantarizzi248]

I had no idea that this happened until I watched this trailer. Wow. Such an inspiring story to tell. So glad Daniel will be also producing this documentary. I won’t miss it.

[@KillerTacos54]

It’s so nice of them to do this

[@artofdrinking]

Absolute legend. Huge amount of respect for David!

[@aynapaisley]

Wish more stunt doubles be taken out of the shadows and praised as real artists should. They are a big part of the movie and actually risking their health to make it exciting for us to watch. This is a great example despite obviously it being a very sad story.

[@harbs_cantina]

I remember hearing about the accident during the films production in the news. I can't imagine that anyone who watches this won't have dry eyes for it's entirety.

[@alicefelps]

The spirit of David is inspirational! You gave me motivation to stay positive no matter what❤

[@johnathantaylor2059]

“The boy who lived” what an incredible title I love it

[@JDOverclock]

The guy is a miracle! Daniel is amazing and a great friend!

[@rawkerboi]

I just saw this documentary today and I am deeply sad for Dave. God Bless you Dave

[@evelynjosie688]

Paralyzed at the age of 26. That hurts. Bless this man with love and abundance

[@TisaTinkers]

I'm really hoping this gets properly reception. Stuntmen deserve more credit and exposure, and thier own Oscar's. ❤️ this is awesomee, and such a powerful story

[@annemiiek]

Definitely recommend to watch it! It’s incredible that his dream washed away but he remains so positive. Inspirational to watch! Ánd, to be fair, you never focus that much on stunt work while watching a movie but seeing it here you actually come to realize: yeah man, they did some crazy stuff during Harry Potter!

Its sad his life changed in a negative way while he was helping to build something that is so incredible, magical, beautiful 😢 but above it all he seems to be an amazing man, I hope he could have happy and magical moments in his life, as we did watching the movies 🥹💖

[@eunminwootang]

I literally cried when I saw those kids that he influenced. Such a beautiful thing

[@jcman-lp6lg]

don't forget the people who risk their well being for your entertainment. My respect to all the stunt doubles out there.

[@kerriebrosnan9506]

I just watched it, David is an absolutely extraordinary great human being, he has a great outlook on life he's very inspirational it was a fantastic documentary and I'm happy to have watched it. David you are in my prayers as always 🙏🏼 you are a beautiful human being ❤

[@Inieel]

Really looking forward to this! Stunt doubles definitely need more praise for their work and risks they take.

[@manulim4a]

Daniel mostrando ser uma pessoa maravilhosa 👏👏❤️, estou ansiosa para o documentário

[@vitumbikoliomba]

The title, *chef's kiss*

[@SimonLacey-MySleekDesigns]

It's awesome they are making a movie about David. He's very inspiring. I'm def gonna give it a watch.

[@amyconcepcion7148]

This trailer made me cry

[@lauravt89]

I am not crying.. I was just cutting some onions ehem..

[@meganjoelyn2207]

It is so cool that they are doing this!

[@kingharry579]

I almost teared up, I love this. God is amazing, hopefully he found him ❤

[@WheelchairtoWalk-pq5ke]

"Just like your mother, you're unfailingly kind. A trait people never fail to undervalue." - Albus Dumbledore

[@ltthelattegirl]

His personality……. Is so amazing and inspiring

[@Hakshavalah]

I hope people watch this. I hope this does well and makes him a ton of money. Studios have certaily made a lot of money off his work. It can't be cheap to recover from something like that.

[@ninthefrog3911]

David is incredible. Thank you for sharing your story with us!

[@TheToneBender]

"I was able to find the light in the darkest of places" Love that he quoted Dumbledore there

[@SimplyEhCanadian]

My father a few years ago found out that he has a tumor on his neck and he went completely paralyzed, I was just getting into the Harry Potter series at that time, it was a great escape from reality. This story just makes me feel even more connected to the series, I’m so glad he told his story. May have made me cry a bit after I watched it 😅

[@BenScrannage]

Stunts, and Stunt Performers deserve categories in the Oscars, and the recognition and billing of a face star

[@roshinvarghese6879]

His whole career and life was based on dynamic movement. Now he can’t even walk. Lord have mercy. What a man. I must be thankful for every step I’m able to make.

[@handsomesquidward2665]

Can we get a 'best action design' oscar category for stuntmen/women and coordinators?

[@nicolasilver3813]

This just makes me think of how much technology has changed and how the film industry is ever evolving. What used to be done with practical effects and stuntmen 20 years ago can now be done using a volume stage.

[@MarrisaPlays]

Something said in this and an underlying message stood out to me. 1 was when Dan was talking about the awkward period after the accident and 2 how it seems overall they as a group gave everyone the time they needed whether that was 2 weeks or 10 yrs (the stunt director) Yes something like this is absolutely horrible for the person injured but there is an unspoken fear in the friends and family how they deal with it. Can you make it past the awkward stage, do you need extra time, or sadly if this is the point you have to bow out because something about the situation your just not capable of getting over it. a drastic change like this has a ripple effect and most only care how the injured party takes it but never look at the rest of the people also bobbing around in the waves caused by the accident.

[@HeyTylerAustin]

Wow - it's rare a trailer brings me to tears but this just did. Can't wait to watch this empowering story.

[@Quadraxis]

Stuntmen/women don't get nearly as much recognition as they should for the dangers they put themselves in.

[@SullyWar]

I teared up just watching this trailer. Definitely going to watch this as soon as it's out

[@nightowl_]

I cant wait to learn his story!

[@EM2theBee]

Amazing! People need to know that when life drastically and suddenly changes, the love and hope are still there, they're just in different places. ❤

[@fabian1324]

tis man a fn ROCKSTAR FOR LIFE TY SIR

[@LayllasLocker]

I still don’t understand why stunt folks aren’t awarded in major film and tv awards.

[@ImABadTeammate]

"Able to find light in the darkest of places." Rewording Dumbledore's quote. 😭

[@SpookyASMR]

What an extraordinary life. Definitely gonna watch it

[@WitchDoctor87]

I can seewhy Radcliffe likes David. David is someone with such strenght that he didnt let this stop him from being so positive. His out look on life aeems to be one of looking up versus down.

[@bobbastian760]

All this and he was a great musician...

[@IamGarlicSoup]

great, im already crying

[@WK3nn3dy]

The other real Harry Potter. Thank you David for all your hard work!

[@Knuwl5678]

Man I really loved the movies and books and read and watched them hundreds of times and never knew about this, its awesome that he's getting the recognition he deserves and hopefully this leads to some safer and better regulations on some of this stuff

[@bryceking255]

They could not have picked a better/more fitting title for this movie.

[@Dbfjjxnd]

Daniel is the man

[@skilifavas4016]

Daniel Radcliff is one of the coolest person in my opinion of those I've never met. The title is genius too

[@KyV4]

I'm literally sitting here sobbing

[@anthonygarrido4269]

I remember hearing about David’s accident back when they filmed half blood prince Gonna have to watch this

[@upashah]

Just watched it...and it's a pretty heartwarming doc. Not something I'd expected to say given the subject matter, but kudos to everyone behind this project! And massive props to David for his relentless positivity!