Documentary Series "The One About Matthew Perry" Storms Netflix Charts

November 10, 2026, 1:38 pm | Read time: 2 minutes

Netflix offers countless movies and series to stream. Typically, fictional content dominates the charts and general discourse. However, occasionally a documentary garners significant attention. The docuseries “The One About Matthew Perry” has topped the Netflix charts just over two weeks after its debut.

Documentary Tops Netflix Charts

The three episodes of “The One About Matthew Perry” have now been released on Netflix and have evidently reached a large audience. In its first week, the documentary led the global Netflix charts for English-language series with a total of 9.5 million views. In Germany, the series ranked fifth in the overall charts, third in Austria, and second in Switzerland.

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What “The One About Matthew Perry” Is About

The series focuses on the beloved former “Friends” star Matthew Perry, who passed away in October 2023. In his role as Chandler Bing in the widely known sitcom, he won the hearts of generations of fans. The pain of his death remains profound even years later.

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But who was the actor really, and what was his life like? These are the questions the docuseries explores. As quoted by The Hollywood Reporter, the production company Maxine Productions describes it as the first in-depth documentary about Perry. It features those “who knew him best.” The trailer already shows his sister and friends, among others.

The “Real” Matthew Perry

Furthermore, the series provides insight into the “real” Matthew Perry, showcasing his generous, humorous, and vulnerable sides. It also delves into his personal challenges, such as his struggles with alcohol and drug addiction.

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