Name: Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2025-02-25
Duration: 1 h 2 min
Cast: Matthew Perry, Morgan Fairchild, E. Martin Estrada, Katy Forrester, Greg Kading

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The story of Matthew Perry's rise to fame is interwoven with the harrowing story of his final days, as his assistant allegedly sought ketamine from sources the U.S. Attorney claims "should have known better." We hear from some of Perry's collaborators, Hollywood insiders, and law enforcement in telling this tragic Hollywood story.

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Directed by: Robert Palumbo
Produced by: James Dyer, John Keyes, Claudia White
Music by: David Smoler, Jez Spencer, Tyler Burke

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February 25, 2025 · 1 h 2 min · PG-13

Released: February 25, 2025
Runtime: 1 h 2 min
Age rating: PG-13
Content: Drug Use, Suicide Themes
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English
Made in: United Kingdom
Available in: 29 countries

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In the United States, Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy streams on Peacock. It also streams in 28 other countries.

Is Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy worth watching?

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Is Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy okay for kids?

PG-13Drug useSuicide themes

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for drug use and suicide themes, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

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