Norm Macdonald Netflix Movie Gets Trailer With Adam Sandler, David Letterman, & More

Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for its upcoming documentary on the late comedian Norm Macdonald. The movie will feature snippets of the iconic SNL star’s interactions with a slew of A-listers.

Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald premieres on Netflix on Friday, October 16, 2026. Directed by Judd Apatow, the documentary offers an intimate look into the career of one of the most influential figures in comedy. Macdonald passed away on September 14, 2021, after a battle with leukemia.

Netflix introduces the movie’s trailer as “Go down a wormhole in this documentary on master of deadpan humor Norm Macdonald, whose life and career were uncompromising yet full of contradictions.”

Check out the Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald trailer below (watch more trailers):

What do we see in the trailer for Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald?

The trailer for Netflix’s Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald documentary opens with a web search of “Norm Macdonald” jokes, followed by archival footage of the comedian delivering a monologue.

The preview features a montage of Macdonald and his memorable comedic bits from various shows, including Saturday Night Live. The vignettes include his interviews with Adam Sandler, Jim Carrey, David Letterman, and more. It also features appearances from David Spade, Dave Chappelle, and Conan O’Brien.

The documentary will also focus on the controversies Norm Macdonald faced in his career, including his removal from SNL’s Weekend Update cast.

According to Netflix’s official synopsis, “Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald traces the life and career of the stand-up and Saturday Night Live legend, from his rise as the deadpan anchor of “Weekend Update” to his enduring legacy as a comedian’s comedian — a master of absurd, dry, and unexpected humor. Built from archival footage, personal photos, and rare home videos contributed by fans and friends, the documentary lets Norm tell his own story in his own voice.”

Director Judd Apatow also serves as producer alongside Amanda Rohlke and Ross M. Dinerstein.

Source: Comingsoon.net