Wheel Blacks: Bodies on the Line

2024

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This three-part docuseries follows New Zealand's wheelchair rugby team in their bid to qualify for the Paris Paralympics. Despite having to rely on fundraising, charity, and volunteers, these Kiwi underdogs are determined to rise to the challenge.

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Production

Sky New Zealand Originals

Language

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

August 18, 2024

Last Aired

August 18, 2024

Networks

Sky

Created By

Jai Waite

Trailers & Videos

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

1. The Journey Begins

Air date: 2024-08-18

The Wheel Blacks have two chances to qualify for the Paris Paralympics - the first being a few weeks away in Japan. However, with low resources, they struggle to secure a training venue.

2. Destination Tokyo

Air date: 2024-08-18

The Wheel Blacks arrive in Tokyo for the Asia-Oceania Zonal Championships. Facing the world's top-ranked teams, the Wheel Blacks know they'll have to give it everything they've got.

3. The Final Countdown

Air date: 2024-08-18

With only three spots remaining, the Wheel Blacks fight not only for a place at the Paralympics but also for the future of a sport which has transformed their lives.

Cast

Jai Waite

Himself

Cameron Leslie

Himself

Cody Everson

Himself

Rob Hewitt

Himself

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