Netflix has unveiled the release date and trailer for Prince Harry's much-anticipated docuseries, "Heart of Invictus." Slated for an August 30 premiere, the documentary promises to offer viewers an intimate look into the lives of service members who have faced life-altering injuries or illnesses and are now gearing up for the Invictus Games.
The trailer, which spans over a minute, provides a sneak peek into the personal stories that will be highlighted in the series. It combines poignant interviews with the Duke of Sussex, the athletes, and clips from past Invictus Games tournaments. The Invictus Games Foundation, in their excitement, shared the trailer on their Twitter page, emphasizing that the wait for the series is almost over.
The Invictus Games, an international adaptive sports event, was founded by Prince Harry in 2014. It serves as a platform for injured, sick, and wounded service personnel and veterans to showcase their resilience and determination. The Duke was inspired to initiate this Paralympic-style sports tournament after witnessing the 2013 Warrior Games in the U.S.
The 2020 Invictus Games, originally postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, eventually took place in The Hague, Netherlands, in April 2022. The event saw Meghan Markle introducing Prince Harry during the opening ceremony, a testament to the couple's commitment to the cause.
"Heart of Invictus" is the third docuseries to emerge from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Archewell Productions. Their collaboration with Netflix began in January 2020 when they inked a multimillion-dollar deal to produce original content. The upcoming docuseries is particularly special as it marks Archewell Productions' first series with the streaming giant.
In a statement, Prince Harry expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "Since the very first Invictus Games back in 2014, we knew that each competitor would contribute in their own exceptional way to a mosaic of resilience, determination, and resolve." He further emphasized the series' potential to offer a global audience a window into the inspiring stories of these competitors.
The trailer for "Heart of Invictus" has elicited a wave of emotional responses from viewers, many of whom expressed being moved to tears. The upcoming Invictus Games in Düsseldorf, Germany, scheduled from September 9 to 16, 2023, will be the sixth edition of the tournament. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expected to grace the event, continuing their unwavering support for the wounded warriors and the Invictus community.
