Netflix releases three-part Matthew Perry documentary

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 19:32 · Archive

A three-part documentary about actor Matthew Perry premieres on Netflix on Tuesday, exploring his life beyond his role in Friends.

A three-part documentary about Matthew Perry launches on Netflix on Tuesday. The series celebrates the actor's life following his death from an accidental overdose in 2023 aged 54, offering insight into the man behind his famous portrayal of Chandler Bing in Friends.

The documentary explores Perry's work as an advocate for people in active addiction, providing context for his public advocacy. Directed by Emmy-winner Mary Robertson, the series aims to reveal the person behind the public figure through contributions from those who knew and loved him.

Perry's sister Mia Perry Bowick helms the series, with many of his lifelong friends participating. His Friends co-stars declined to take part in the documentary.

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• What To Watch on TV: The One About Matthew Perry, Wentworth, It Gets Worse, The Mob & NocturneThis week we’re peeping the new Matthew Perry doc, re-watching Wentworth, getting excited about It Gets Worse and scaring ourselves with Nocturne.The West Australian · 23 Oct, 19:00
• What To Watch on TV: The One About Matthew Perry, Wentworth, It Gets Worse, The Mob & NocturneThis week we’re peeping the new Matthew Perry doc, re-watching Wentworth, getting excited about It Gets Worse and scaring ourselves with Nocturne.Perth Now · 23 Oct, 19:00

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