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Netflix Announces Three-Part Matthew Perry Tribute Documentary for 2026
Netflix is making a three-part documentary about actor Matthew Perry.
Perry was famous for playing Chandler Bing on Friends.
The series will come out on 27 October 2026.
That is one day before the third anniversary of his death.
It will show private photos and videos from his family.
His sister Mia will speak publicly about him for the first time since he died.
The documentary will discuss his long struggle with addiction and attempts to become sober.
Emmy-winning director Mary Robertson is directing the series.
The goal is to show Perry as a whole person and remember the happiness and honesty he shared with others.
Netflix will premiere The One About Matthew Perry globally on 27 October 2026.
The three-part series will debut one day before the third anniversary of Perry’s death.
It will include unreleased family photographs, home videos, and private archives.
Perry’s sister, Mia Perry Bowick, will give her first public interview since his death.
The documentary examines Perry’s addiction, sobriety efforts, and an estimated $7 million spent seeking recovery.
- Who
- Netflix, Matthew Perry’s family and friends, his sister Mia Perry Bowick, and director Mary Robertson.
- What
- A three-part documentary series titled The One About Matthew Perry will examine Perry’s life, career, addiction, and legacy.
- Where
- The series will be released globally on Netflix; the article also says Perry’s sister grew up with him in Los Angeles.
- When
- The global premiere is scheduled for 27 October 2026, one day before the third anniversary of Perry’s death.
- Why
- The documentary aims to provide a personal look at Perry’s life, addiction struggles, generosity, humor, and enduring legacy.
Key facts
- Series title
- The One About Matthew Perry
- Platform
- Netflix
- Format
- Three-part documentary series
- Global premiere
- 27 October 2026
- Matthew Perry’s death
- 28 October 2023, following an accidental overdose at age 54
- Featured family member
- Mia Perry Bowick, Perry’s younger sister
- Director
- Emmy winner Mary Robertson
- Sobriety costs
- Approximately $7 million, according to Mia Perry Bowick
Quotes
Mia Perry Bowick
Matthew Perry’s younger sister and a licensed psychotherapist
“It’s taken time for me to feel ready to share these memories and what it was like to love Matthew through all the complexity of his life — to see him as a whole person, not just as Chandler, and not just as someone who struggled with addiction.”
livemint.com
“I hope this series gives everyone who loved him, whether personally or from afar, a deeper appreciation for who he truly was, and the legacy he leaves behind.”
livemint.com
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