Netflix is releasing a documentary about convicted rapist Russell Brand just days after the disgraced British comedian was sentenced to 10½ years in prison for sexually assaulting four women.
The film, Russell Brand: Open Secret, premieres tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 13, and examines the former Hollywood star’s career, criminal convictions, and allegations that destroyed his reputation.
Brand, 51, was convicted Nov. 5 of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women between 2004 and 2009. He was acquitted of two additional rape charges and one count of attempted indecent assault.
During his sentencing on Nov. 9, prosecutors called Brand a “manipulative sexual predator” who exploited his growing fame to prey on women.
British police are investigating two additional rape allegations, including one involving a girl who was 16 at the time. Detectives have also received new reports from other individuals following his conviction.
Brand has denied engaging in nonconsensual sexual activity.
Directed by Olivia Isaacs, the Netflix documentary features archival footage, insider accounts, and the journalists behind The Times and The Sunday Times‘ 2023 investigation that helped expose allegations against him.
