Los Angeles, Nov. 12 -- Netflix has announced a documentary on former actor and comedian Russell Brand, days after he was sentenced to prison for 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault.

It is directed by Olivia Isaacs and produced by Fremantle-owned 72 Films - the company behind 'Jimmy Savile: A British Horror Story'. It will follow Brand from his rapid ascent in comedy to his sharp fall after facing allegations of sexual offences, through to his criminal trial.

A premiere date is yet to be announced.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Dfn00aDkwGP/

"RUSSELL BRAND: OPEN SECRET, a new documentary charting the story of Russell Brand's meteoric rise and steep fall following allegations of sexual offences, premieres tomorrow on Netfl...