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Charlie Sheen asks his former Two and a Half Men co-star Jon Cryer to reconnect as Netflix prepares to launch the documentary aka Charlie Sheen.

For more than a decade, Charlie Sheen was one of the most talked-about names in Hollywood — both for his career highs and his very public struggles. Now, with the upcoming Netflix documentary aka Charlie Sheen set to premiere on September 10, the actor is once again at the center of attention. In a surprising and heartfelt move, Sheen has used the film’s promotional cycle to reach out to his former co-star, Jon Cryer, in hopes of mending their relationship.

Sheen, who famously starred alongside Cryer in the hit sitcom Two and a Half Men, revealed that he had not personally spoken to his on-screen brother for years. The actor explained that he did not have Cryer’s current phone number and instead relied on the film’s director to connect with him. When Cryer agreed to participate in the documentary and offered candid but compassionate reflections, Sheen felt inspired to extend an olive branch.

In an exclusive interview, Sheen admitted: “Thanks for your contributions, and I’m sorry we didn’t connect personally.” He later added a public message: “If you’re reading this, Jon, DM me your new number!” The request struck fans as both vulnerable and sincere, a departure from Sheen’s more combative persona of the past.

The documentary itself is expected to explore both the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of Sheen’s career. From his early film success in Platoon and Wall Street to his record-breaking salary on Two and a Half Men, and ultimately his highly publicized battles with addiction and health, aka Charlie Sheen promises an unfiltered look at one of Hollywood’s most controversial figures.

Jon Cryer, known for his thoughtful and grounded demeanor, reportedly speaks openly in the film about working with Sheen during both the golden years of the sitcom and the chaotic period leading up to Sheen’s firing in 2011. His honesty, however, comes without bitterness — something Sheen says moved him deeply.

For longtime fans, the prospect of Sheen and Cryer reconnecting brings a sense of nostalgia. Their on-screen chemistry as brothers Charlie and Alan Harper defined an era of television comedy. Many still view their dynamic as the heart of Two and a Half Men, even after Sheen’s dramatic exit and replacement by Ashton Kutcher.

Netflix has described the documentary as a “raw and unapologetic exploration of fame, excess, and redemption.” Alongside Cryer, the project features insights from Sheen’s ex-wife Denise Richards, actress Brooke Mueller, and even showrunner Chuck Lorre, with whom Sheen had a notorious falling out. The inclusion of so many close figures has fueled curiosity and heightened expectations for the release.

Sheen’s public appeal to Cryer may not only signal personal growth but also serve as a symbolic moment of closure. As Hollywood continues to revisit its biggest scandals through documentaries and reexaminations, Sheen’s attempt to reconnect suggests that even the most fractured bonds might have room for repair.

Whether Cryer responds remains to be seen. But Sheen’s message has already sparked conversation about forgiveness, friendship, and the enduring legacy of one of TV’s most successful sitcoms. As the premiere date approaches, fans will be watching closely — not just for the revelations in the documentary, but for the possibility of a real-life reunion between the two men who made audiences laugh for nearly a decade.