{
  "id": 9208767,
  "title": "What's next for Netflix? This trailer for Norm: The Tale Of Norm Macdonald!",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/whats-next-for-netflix-this-trailer-for-norm-the-tale-of-norm",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-22T19:16:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The A.V. Club",
    "slug": "the-a-v-club",
    "url": "https://www.avclub.com/norm-the-tale-of-norm-macdonald-trailer-netflix"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Netflix is expanding its documentary offerings, with upcoming releases focusing on a wide range of personalities, including Mike Tyson, Mr. T, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Martin Mull, Maria Bamford, and the late Norm Macdonald. The documentary about Macdonald, titled Norm: The Tale Of Norm Macdonald, is set to premiere on October 16th. Directed by Judd Apatow, the film aims to provide an intimate look at the late comedian's life and career, from his early stand-up performances to his time as the host of Saturday Night Live's \"Weekend Update\" and his later work as a comedian and podcast host. The trailer for the documentary has been modeled to resemble a user searching for Norm Macdonald clips on YouTube, reflecting the eccentric and unpredictable nature of the subject. The documentary will be built using archival footage, personal photos, and rare home videos, allowing Macdonald to tell his own story in his own voice. This documentary is a tribute to a comedic genius, whose impact on stand-up and television comedy has been unmatched. The trailer can be accessed below.",
  "summary": "The documentary about the late comedian premieres on October 16.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}