Millions of us grew up laughing with Chandler Bing. Now, Netflix is inviting fans to meet the real person behind the punchlines. The first trailer for The One About Matthew Perry is out, and it promises something deeply personal.
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Matthew Perry: Key Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Title | The One About Matthew Perry |
| Premiere | October 27, 2026 (global) |
| Format | 3 episodes, about 50 minutes each |
| Director | Mary Robertson |
| Production | Maxine Productions (Sony Pictures Television) |
| Trailer Title Cards | The One About Love, Laughter, and a Friend |
What the Trailer Reveals
The trailer follows Matthew Perry from a young actor chasing fame to a global star who found that success couldn’t heal everything inside. One archival moment stands out, in which Perry recalls a heartfelt prayer he made before his big break. It’s funny and heartbreaking at once, and it sums up the man perfectly.
Voices You’ll Hear
The series leans on intimate testimonies rather than tabloid headlines. Perry’s younger sister, Mia Perry Bowick, speaks on camera for the first time, as do his best friends of 40-plus years, Roger Castillo and David Pressman. You’ll also hear from people who shaped his career: former NBC president Warren Littlefield, Friends writer Jeff Strauss, actor Kevin Pollak and director Jonathan Lynn.
The series also covers his recovery journey and his advocacy for others facing addiction, which he considered part of his legacy.
A Thoughtful Release Date
Netflix has scheduled the premiere for one day before the third anniversary of Perry’s passing. It’s a quiet, respectful choice that signals the tone of the project: a tribute rather than a spectacle.
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FAQs
Q1. When will The One About Matthew Perry release on Netflix?
It premieres worldwide on October 27, 2026. The series has three episodes of about 50 minutes each.
Q2. Who is behind the documentary?
It’s directed and executive produced by Mary Robertson, the filmmaker behind Framing Britney Spears and Quiet on Set.
