Is There a Documentary on Netflix About Gypsy Rose?

Netflix has become a bit of a go-to for documentaries and true crime stories. One of the most popular stories currently on Netflix is that of Gypsy Rose Blanchard. Her story is one of tragedy and resilience, as she struggled to escape an abusive relationship with her mother.

Gypsy Rose was born in 1991 to Dee Dee Blanchard, who suffered from Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy. This meant that Dee Dee would fake or induce symptoms in Gypsy Rose in order to get attention or sympathy for herself.

As a result, Gypsy Rose was made to believe she was suffering from various illnesses and disabilities. She was confined to a wheelchair, fed through a feeding tube and subjected to countless unnecessary surgeries throughout her childhood.

In 2015, Gypsy Rose was charged with second degree murder after it was found she had been involved in the killing of her mother at the hands of her then-boyfriend Nicholas Godejohn. Although Gypsy’s involvement in the crime is still heavily debated, she eventually pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 10 years in prison for second degree murder.

The story of Gypsy Rose has been made into two documentaries which can be found on Netflix – The Act which follows the events leading up to the murder and Mommy Dead and Dearest, which focuses more on the background details that resulted in such a tragedy occurring. Both documentaries are incredibly powerful, exploring the complexities of mental illness, abuse, trauma and justice.

Through both documentaries viewers gain an insight into not only what happened but why it happened too – as well as offering hope that justice can be served even when it feels like it never will be.

In conclusion, yes there is a documentary on Netflix about Gypsy Rose Blanchard – The Act and Mommy Dead and Dearest – both incredibly powerful films exploring tragedy, resilience and justice.