Matthew Perry documentary series sets October release date on Netflix

Directed by Emmy Award winner Mary Robertson, the three-part series will feature intimate testimonies from people who knew Perry personally. His sister Mia Perry Bowick is among those expected to share her memories, alongside friends and others from his inner circle.

Netflix says the documentary will also include never-before-seen photographs and videos from the Perry family’s private archives, giving viewers a more personal perspective on the actor beyond his public image as one of television’s most recognisable comedy stars.

The series aims to present a broader portrait of Perry, highlighting both his comedic talent and the difficulties he experienced throughout his life. The documentary’s official description focuses on the contrast between the larger-than-life celebrity audiences knew and the private battles he faced.

Perry died on October 28, 2023, aged 54. His death was attributed to the acute effects of ketamine, with other contributing factors also reported. His passing prompted renewed attention to his decades-long struggles with addiction, which he had openly discussed in his 2022 memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing.

The One About Matthew Perryis scheduled to arrive on Netflix on October 27, 2026, almost three years after the actor’s death. The series is expected to give audiences an intimate look at the man behind one of television’s most beloved characters while revisiting the career and personal experiences that shaped his life.