Bryan Johnson’s Quest for Eternal Life Explored in Netflix Documentary
Tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson’s pursuit of eternal life through science and technology is documented in the Netflix special Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever. At 47, Johnson details his ambitious effort to reverse aging and maintain optimal health, known as Project Blueprint, which includes an intense daily routine involving exercise, supplements, and experimental treatments.
Johnson, who sold his company Braintree (which owns Venmo) at 34, has invested over $100 million in various fields such as synthetic biology, genomics, and nanotechnology to achieve his goal of living forever. He has also developed a brain interface to measure brain activity, claiming that his age has been reversed by more than five years and that he has achieved “perfect biomarkers.”
Johnson credits his interest in life extension to his experience as a missionary in Ecuador at 21, where he felt compelled to improve the world. After facing personal challenges, including depression and a divorce, he sought ways to rebuild himself, ultimately focusing on longevity and health.
Despite his high-end treatments, Johnson emphasizes that significant health benefits can be achieved through basic practices, such as sleep optimization, daily exercise, and a nutritious diet. He stresses the importance of good sleep habits, turning off screens before bed, and creating a calming nighttime routine to improve overall well-being. “Sleep is the most powerful drug in existence,” he says.
In the documentary, Johnson also shares the impact of his health journey on his family, particularly his son Talmage, who is joining him in Project Blueprint. Johnson expresses concern for his other children, who are more likely to adopt unhealthy habits.
Johnson addresses criticism from those who believe his focus on longevity deprives him of living life. He counters by saying many consider activities that shorten life, like late-night partying and unhealthy eating, as joyful, even though they accelerate aging and disease.
Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever is currently available for streaming on Netflix, offering viewers an inside look at Johnson’s extraordinary journey toward eternal life.
