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Netflix announces new documentary about Russell Brand
The film examines the investigation that led to his conviction and uses insider accounts and archive footage to trace his rise and fall.
- Netflix is reportedly finalizing a documentary series titled "Russell Brand: Open Secret," produced by 72 Films, following the comedian and former actor's conviction on rape and sexual assault charges last week.
- Mr Justice Bennathan sentenced Brand to 10 years and six months in prison on Monday, describing him as a "sexual predator" in remarks following the four-week trial. Allegations against Brand first emerged in 2023 via The Times and The Sunday Times.
- Directed by Olivia Isaacs, the documentary tracks the investigation led by The Times' chief news correspondent Rosamund Urwin and investigations correspondent Charlotte Wace. The project features interviews with individuals from Brand's personal and professional life, including complainants.
- While continuing to host the 2018 stand-up special "Russell Brand: Re:Birth," Netflix will no longer actively promote the program to members. The streamer removed it from search results and viewing recommendations following the conviction.
- Beyond the current conviction, the Metropolitan Police confirmed Brand remains under investigation regarding further rape allegations from two other women. The documentary series could receive official confirmation as early as tomorrow.
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Netflix reveals release date for Russell Brand documentary following prison sentence
Netflix is set to release a new documentary called "Russell Brand: Open Secret" on November 13. The film looks at the rise and fall of British comedian Russell Brand, and its release comes shortly after he was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison for rape and ***ual assault. Brand, 51, was found guilty on November 5 of raping one woman and ***ually assaulting three others. He was also found not guilty of two other rape charges and one …
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