5 standout new arrivals on Netflix this week, from a Matthew Perry doc to a gritty Indian crime thriller

For the week of October 27, Netflix’s lineup is unusually well‑rounded, with several outlets calling it one of the stronger weeks this fall. Tech outlet Tom’s Guide highlights five must‑watch titles, and the headliner is a three‑part documentary revisiting the life and legacy of Matthew Perry, forever known as Chandler from “Friends.” Using previously unseen footage and interviews with those close to him, the series digs into the pressure of fame, his long struggle with addiction and how he wanted to be remembered, adding new context to his memoir and past TV appearances.

Another key pick is the Indian crime drama “Akka” (working title), led by rising star Keerthy Suresh. Set against a backdrop of corruption and tangled family loyalties, it taps into the recent wave of darker, socially grounded thrillers coming out of India. Rounding out the list are a live darts special built around one of the UK’s breakout players and a couple of more playful, sports‑flavored titles, giving viewers a wide genre spread. For anyone already burned out on wall‑to‑wall Halloween horror, this week’s Netflix slate offers a welcome mix of documentary, crime drama and live event programming instead of just more jump scares.