Netflix releases documentary about late Friends star Matthew Perry

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Netflix has released a three-part documentary about Matthew Perry on the third anniversary of his death.

Netflix has released The One About Matthew Perry, a three-part documentary about the late Friends actor, on the third anniversary of his death. The documentary features interviews with Perry's loved ones, including his sister Mia Perry Bowick.

Perry played Chandler Bing on Friends and was known for his comic timing and physical comedy. Those who worked with him noted his willingness to collaborate on script improvements. However, away from the cameras, he struggled with personal difficulties.

Critics have responded positively to the documentary's approach to sensitive issues. Mia Perry Bowick has received particular praise for her unflinching interviews, in which she balances tribute to her brother with honest discussion of his battles with addiction. Reviewers have described the documentary as challenging and heartbreaking, with critics noting that it provides insight into Perry's personal struggles beneath his celebrity status.

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• Matthew Perry Documentary Director Explains Friends Cast's Absence From Netflix SeriesFriends fans the world over will be tuning into Netflix this week to check out the streaming platform’s new documentary about the late Matthew Perry . The three-part series The One About Matthew Perry premiered on the service on Tuesday morning. Netflix said in an official synopsis the series will explore “the full scope of who Matthew Perry was: the comedic genius, the man who grappled with addiction, the advocate in the addiction and recovery space, and – perhaps most importantly – the human being and friend”. So far, the critical reception to the doc has been largely positive , with…HuffPost UK · 27 Oct, 10:57
• Critics Have Their Say On Netflix's 'Unflinching' And 'Thoughtful' New Matthew Perry DocA new documentary about the life and career of Matthew Perry has arrived on Netflix , on the third anniversary of his death. The three-part doc The One About Matthew Perry features interviews with the late Friends star’s loved ones, including contributions from his sister, Mia Perry Bowick . While Netflix’s original documentaries can notoriously be a little hit-and-miss, especially when dealing with sensitive issues, the reception to The One About Matthew Perry has been largely positive so far. Matthew Perry on the set of Friends in the early 1990s In particular, critics have been praising…HuffPost UK · 27 Oct, 08:35
• The One About Matthew Perry review: Netflix doc shows star had it all including brilliant sister but it still wasn't enoughThe One About Matthew Perry is a new documentary exploring the life of the late Friends star, who played Chandler Bing on the beloved sitcom, three years on from his tragic deathThe Mirror · 27 Oct, 00:02

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