Prince Harry Makes His Netflix Debut In 'Rising Phoenix': 'The Story The World Needs Right Now'

Prince Harry has made his Netflix debut in the new documentary “Rising Phoenix,” which tells the origins of the Paralympic Games. The Duke of Sussex believes that “Rising Phoenix” is one of the stories that the world needs to know right now.

Talking further about the project, Prince Harry told People that the documentary is a perfect example of how “human spirit” can achieve wonderful things with the sheer strength of the mind. The duke also noted that a sport is “much more” than just physical skill.

“‘Rising Phoenix’ is a story that the world needs right now. We are confronted by the true power of the human spirit and the sheer strength of mind to overcome and achieve what most would deem impossible. It proves that sport is much more than a physical skill, it is purpose and drive, community and comradery, ambition and self-worth,” People quoted Prince Harry, as saying.

Later in the interview, Prince Harry also said that the para-athletes are not just an icon in their respective countries because they also tell the world what they can achieve by being more “resilient.”

“These athletes are not only a credit to their countries and to their sport, they are also a true testament to human endeavor, and the epitome of resilience,” Prince Harry told the publication.

“Rising Phoenix” focuses on eight athletes from around the world who have competed in the Paralympic Games. Bebe Vio (Italy), Ellie Cole (Australia), Jean-Baptiste Alaize (France), Matt Stutzman (USA), Jonnie Peacock (UK), Cui Zhe (China), Ryley Batt (Australia), Ntando Mahlangu (South Africa), and Tatyana McFadden (USA) are featured in the documentary.

Vio is a gold medallist from the Summer Paralympics that took place in Rio De Janeiro in 2016. She won the medal in Fencing.

Meanwhile, Cole is one of the most prolific para-athletes of this generation. She has 6 gold medals, 3 silver medals, and 3 bronze medals in the Paralympic Games since making her debut in 2012.

The documentary is already available on the streaming giant and it has garnered universal acclaim. In its review, Common Sense Media praised the documentary for its “inspiring storytelling” and applauded everyone who have become part of the Paralympic Games.

Meanwhile, The Guardian wrote that the documentary is a “stirring salute” to the heroes of the Paralympic Games.