How to Watch Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine on Netflix: Release Date and What to Know
Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine arrives on Netflix on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. It's the comedian and podcaster's third Netflix stand-up special and his first in five years, and it premieres worldwide on the same day. Netflix originals usually go live at 12 a.m. PT, which is 3 a.m. ET. There's no DIRECTV channel for it, so you watch it in the Netflix app on a DIRECTV Gemini device, a smart TV or a streaming stick.
Here's what the special covers and how to watch it, as of October 19, 2026.
Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Netflix release | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 (worldwide) |
| Format | Stand-up comedy special |
| Director | Kevin Morra |
| Executive producers | Theo Von, Paul J. Morra, Kevin Morra |
| Production company | Swift River Productions |
| Earlier Netflix specials | No Offense (2016), Regular People (2021) |
| DIRECTV | Netflix app on DIRECTV Gemini (Netflix subscription required) |
What the special is about
Netflix says Von opens up about the world that raised him in this hour, from his back-road upbringing to acid-filled adventures. Von grew up in Louisiana, and his small-town stories have been a big part of his act for years.
Netflix's preview clip shows Von riffing on his hometown and doing crowd work with the audience. Fans who know Von from his podcast, This Past Weekend, will recognize the loose, story-driven style.
Theo Von's Netflix stand-up specials
| Year | Special |
|---|---|
| 2016 | Theo Von: No Offense |
| 2021 | Theo Von: Regular People |
| 2026 | Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine (Oct. 20) |
Searching "Theo Von" in the Netflix app should also bring up his earlier specials where they're still in the library.
How to watch Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine with DIRECTV
Open the Netflix app on a DIRECTV Gemini device, smart TV or streaming stick and search "Theo Von." It's a Netflix release, so it's included on every plan, including Standard with ads at $8.99 a month. Standard is $19.99 and Premium is $26.99. Our guide to Netflix plans and pricing compares what each tier gets you.
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Tap "Remind Me" on the title page so the special shows up as soon as it unlocks. If you're in the mood for more comedy this month, our Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald guide covers Netflix's new Norm Macdonald documentary. Want Netflix and live TV on one device? Call 1-855-690-9884 to compare DIRECTV packages at your address.
Frequently asked questions
When does Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine come out on Netflix?
It streams on Netflix worldwide starting Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Netflix originals usually go live at 12 a.m. PT, which is 3 a.m. ET.
Is I'm Doing Fine Theo Von's first Netflix special?
No. It's his third Netflix stand-up special, after No Offense in 2016 and Regular People in 2021, and his first in five years.
Who directed Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine?
Kevin Morra directed it. He executive produces with Theo Von and Paul J. Morra, and Swift River Productions produced it.
What is Theo Von's new special about?
Netflix says Von talks about the world that raised him, from his back-road upbringing to acid-filled adventures.
Is Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine on DIRECTV?
It is a Netflix special, so it is not on a DIRECTV channel. You can watch it in the Netflix app on a DIRECTV Gemini device, a smart TV or a streaming stick.
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