The truth hurts. But sometimes it’s inspirational, scary, sad, funny or anywhere in between. Experience it all with our best documentary series and movies.

A list of the best Documentary Movies and TV Shows, as ranked by IMDb users, like you. Find something great to watch now.

100 Best-Reviewed Documentaries of All Time Capturing truth, life, and reality — one movie at a time. The best documentaries allow us to see the world with a fresh set of eyes, from social experiments …

Oct 6, 2020 · Watch the best documentaries and indie films on PBS. Explore history, culture, nature, and journalism from FRONTLINE, Ken Burns, Independent Lens & more.

Nature, sports, crime, music and so much more. These critically acclaimed documentaries showcase a wide range of stories that are as captivating as they are true.

Documentary Films Discover something new on Netflix — from local favorites to global phenomenons. New shows and movies arrive every week so you’ll never run out of something to watch.

Apr 17, 2026 · From light and visually stunning to dark and fascinating, we run down the best documentaries streaming on Netflix right now.

Dec 5, 2025 · Documentaries have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, meaning it’s easier than ever to access history in the making. While some lucky titles are famous enough to be well-known by …

Documentary Series Discover something new on Netflix — from local favorites to global phenomenons. New shows and movies arrive every week so you’ll never run out of something to watch.

Nov 18, 2024 · From celebrities to sports sagas and nature films, there’s a documentary for whatever mood you’re in.