Matthew Perry Docuseries Set at Netflix With October Release Date
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Netflix will release "The One About Matthew Perry," a three-part docuseries about the "Friends" star’s life and career, on October 27, featuring unreleased family photos and videos.
- The series is narrated primarily by Perry’s sister, Mia Perry Bowick, and explores both his rise to fame and his private struggles, aiming to honor his legacy of honesty and advocacy.
- It is unclear if any "Friends" cast members will appear, but the docuseries includes insights from Perry’s lifelong friends and creative collaborators.
- Directed by Mary Robertson, known for her work on "Framing Britney Spears," the series is produced by Maxine Productions and Sony Pictures Television with multiple executive producers.
- Bowick and Robertson emphasize the series’ intent to show Matthew Perry as a whole person beyond his public persona, highlighting his humor, generosity, and courage in addressing addiction.
