Illusionist David Blaine is back with a new six-part series, David Blaine: Do Not Attempt, premiering on Disney+ on March 24. The National Geographic show, produced by Imagine Documentaries (founded by Brian Grazer and Ron Howard), follows Blaine as he travels the globe, learning about unique cultural traditions and extraordinary human abilities.
Here’s the Lowdown: Blaine visits Brazil, Southeast Asia, India, the Arctic Circle, South Africa, and Japan. He meets individuals who perform incredible feats, from sword swallowing to surviving venomous stings to withstanding extreme cold. The series takes place across six episodes.
What This Means Now: Viewers get a closer look at Blaine himself, along with a deep exploration of how magic intersects with culture, history, and human endurance. The show warns very clearly: “DO NOT ATTEMPT” any of the feats shown, which are performed by trained professionals with safety precautions. Some viewers may find some content to be disturbing.
The Bigger Picture: This series moves beyond Blaine’s well-known street magic and endurance stunts. It shows how “real” magic can be found in the extraordinary abilities of people around the world. It looks at both physical and mental strength, and how different cultures have developed unique skills and practices. The series is a celebration of pushing boundaries, but very much emphasizes the years of training and preparation.
