Peacock is releasing a new documentary special, “MATTHEW PERRY: A HOLLYWOOD TRAGEDY,” examining the circumstances surrounding the death of Friends star Matthew Perry and the subsequent legal case. The special premieres on February 25, 2025.
Here’s What Happened: Matthew Perry, known for his role on Friends, died on October 28, 2023. While his memoir detailed his struggles with addiction, the presence of ketamine in his system led to initial speculation of an overdose. However, five people, including Perry’s assistant, two doctors, and a woman known as “Hollywood’s Ketamine Queen,” have now been charged with conspiracy to illegally provide Perry with the drug.
What This Means Now: The documentary features interviews with Morgan Fairchild (who played Perry’s mother on Friends), law enforcement, Hollywood insiders, and U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada. The special follows the ongoing legal proceedings, with two defendants awaiting trial after pleading not guilty.
The Bigger Picture: This documentary goes beyond the initial headlines, showing both Perry’s rise to fame and the events leading to his death. It looks into an alleged illicit ketamine scene in Los Angeles and highlights the efforts of law enforcement to find the truth. The documentary is produced by ITN Productions.
