Pee-wee as Himself OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Matt Wolf's documentary series ft. Paul Reubens
Pee-wee as Himself OTT Release Date: This one's a heartfelt tribute to the man behind the bowtie, now coming to your screens. If you grew up watching the quirky, wide-eyed, and always-energetic Pee-wee Herman, then there's something special heading your way. Pee-wee as Himself, a touching documentary series about Paul Reubens, the man who gave life to Pee-wee, is all set to release on May 24, 2025, on JioHotstar.
Directed by Matt Wolf, this two-part documentary dives into the colourful and complex life of Reubens. With never-before-heard interviews recorded before his passing, rare archive footage, and heartfelt stories, Pee-wee as Himself gives fans a close, unfiltered look at who Paul Reubens really was beneath the bowtie and red bicycle.
From Pee-wee's playhouse to pop culture icon
Paul Reubens was a creator, a performer, and a phenomenon. Pee-wee as Himself tracks how he developed the Pee-wee character while studying at CalArts and performing with the famous improv group The Groundlings in Los Angeles. Pee-wee Herman started as a stage act but quickly transformed into a household name thanks to the hit children's TV show Pee-wee's Playhouse and movies like Pee-wee's Big Adventure (directed by Tim Burton).
This part of the documentary celebrates how Reubens broke the mould by creating a show that was whimsical, weird, and wildly ahead of its time. Where Pee-wee as Himself truly hits home is in its exploration of Reubens' personal life - his struggles, vulnerabilities, and battles behind the scenes. In recordings done before his death in July 2023, Reubens opens up about his identity, revealing for the first time that he was gay. He talks honestly about his relationships, his fear of public judgment, and the reasons why he kept many things private for so long.
Pee-wee as Himself also doesn't shy away from controversies that affected his life and career, including his 1991 and 2002 arrests. Reubens addresses the pain of being misjudged and misunderstood and how the experience deeply impacted him. The documentary features interviews with collaborators and admirers, including Tim Burton, Judd Apatow, and others who reflect on his influence in comedy, children's television, and beyond.
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