Documentary Movies

Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet 8.0 1h 27min
Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet
IMDb: 8
1h 27min

This compelling documentary chronicles the life of Jason Becker, a guitar prodigy who rose to fame in the late 1980s. Despite being diagnosed with ALS at the age of 20,…

The Joy of Disco The Joy of Disco 7.0 59min
The Joy of Disco
IMDb: 7
59min

This film explores the transformative impact of a widely criticized music genre that ultimately reshaped the world. From 1969 to 1979, disco emerged, fueled by the gay liberation movement and…

Country: 
Gregory Crewdson: Brief Encounters Gregory Crewdson: Brief Encounters 7.4 1h 18min
Gregory Crewdson: Brief Encounters
IMDb: 7.4
1h 18min

Shot over a span of ten years, “Brief Encounters” chronicles the journey of world-famous photographer Gregory Crewdson as he strives to craft his distinctive, surreal, and intricately detailed depictions of…

Shackleton’s Captain Shackleton’s Captain 7.5 1h 30min
Shackleton’s Captain
IMDb: 7.5
1h 30min

In 1914, Sir Ernest Shackleton embarked on the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, aiming for the South Pole, but faced catastrophe. The story of the expedition’s remarkable survival is unveiled through the…

Country: 
Shackleton’s Captain Shackleton’s Captain 7.5 1h 30min
Shackleton’s Captain
IMDb: 7.5
1h 30min

In 1914 Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Imperial Trans Antarctic Expedition headed for the South Pole and disaster.r Shackleton’s Captain reveals the truth behind the spectacular survival of all the crew and…

Country: 
Eps24 Mighty Planes Mighty Planes 7.9
Mighty Planes
IMDb: 7.9
1h

Mighty Planes delves into the intricate world of aviation, showcasing aircraft that embark on incredible journeys to distant destinations. The series takes viewers through every stage of these missions, from…

Country: 
Genre: Documentary
Ecstasy of Order: The Tetris Masters Ecstasy of Order: The Tetris Masters 7.5 1h 33min
Ecstasy of Order: The Tetris Masters
IMDb: 7.5
1h 33min

This documentary delves into the journey of the world’s top Tetris players as they gear up for the Classic Tetris World Championship. It traces the evolution of Tetris expertise from…

Genre: Documentary
I Ain’t Scared of You: A Tribute to Bernie Mac I Ain’t Scared of You: A Tribute to Bernie Mac 8.1 1h
I Ain’t Scared of You: A Tribute to Bernie Mac
IMDb: 8.1
1h

I AIN’T SCARED OF YOU is a documentary tribute to Bernie Mac (1957-2008). From his stand-up in underground Chicago comedy clubs to the Big Screen in Hollywood, Bernie Mac’s sharp…

Splinters Splinters 6.7 1h 35min
Splinters
IMDb: 6.7
1h 35min

“Splinters” is the inaugural full-length documentary that explores the growth of native surfing culture in Papua New Guinea, a country still in development. In the 1980s, an adventurous Australian pilot…

The Last Battle of the Vikings The Last Battle of the Vikings 6.6 57min
The Last Battle of the Vikings
IMDb: 6.6
57min

A documentary exploring the lives and conquests of the Vikings.

Country: 
In Organic We Trust In Organic We Trust 6.6
In Organic We Trust
IMDb: 6.6
N/A

What does “organic” truly mean? Is consuming organic food more beneficial for people? Do organic farms have a positive impact on the environment? This documentary delves into the organic food…

Genre: Documentary
Call Me Kuchu Call Me Kuchu 7.6 1h 25min
Call Me Kuchu
IMDb: 7.6
1h 25min

This powerful documentary follows the life of David Kato, Uganda’s first openly gay man, as he and his fellow activists work to combat the country’s anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. The film provides…

Genre: Documentary
The Reluctant Revolutionary The Reluctant Revolutionary 7.6 1h 10min
The Reluctant Revolutionary
IMDb: 7.6
1h 10min

This film offers a close-up view of Yemen during its revolution, seen through the perspective of Kais, a tour guide leader who provides insightful commentary on the nation’s evolving situation….

I Am Bruce Lee (2011) I Am Bruce Lee (2011) 7.4 1h 34min
I Am Bruce Lee (2011)
IMDb: 7.4
1h 34min

This documentary delves into the life and legacy of martial arts icon Bruce Lee, exploring his impact on both cinema and martial arts culture. Directed by Pete McCormack, the film…

Then the Wind Changed Then the Wind Changed 6.5 57min
Then the Wind Changed
IMDb: 6.5
57min

Strathewen, a verdant haven where families established their homes to nurture their children amidst nature, transforms into a scene of chaos one summer morning at 3am. Residents are jolted awake…

Country: 
Genre: Documentary
Bomber Boys Bomber Boys 7.2 1h 29min
Bomber Boys
IMDb: 7.2
1h 29min

Following their documentary on The Battle of Britain, brothers Colin and Ewan McGregor present a new film that delves into the often-overlooked narrative of Bomber Command during World War II….

Country: 
Linotype: The Film Linotype: The Film 7.5 1h 15min
Linotype: The Film
IMDb: 7.5
1h 15min

This feature-length documentary focuses on the Linotype typecasting machine, once hailed by Thomas Edison as the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” It transformed the printing industry and had a profound…

The Last Reef The Last Reef 7.2 41min
The Last Reef
IMDb: 7.2
41min

From the creators who brought you the Oscar-nominated Broadway sensation STOMP and the acclaimed film Wild Ocean, comes The Last Reef, a heartening and inspiring experience in large-format and 3D…

John Mulaney: New in Town John Mulaney: New in Town 8.2 58min
John Mulaney: New in Town
IMDb: 8.2
58min

Comedian John Mulaney delves into a variety of engaging subjects, including the peculiarities of quicksand, the charm of Motown vocalists, and a memorable encounter with an old man in a…

Eps1 Dark Minds Dark Minds 5.8
Dark Minds
IMDb: 5.8
44min

In the new series “DARK MINDS” on Investigation Discovery, true crime writer M. William Phelps and criminal profiler John Kelly delve into unsolved murders suspected to be the work of…

Status: Ended
Bering Sea Gold Bering Sea Gold 6.7
Bering Sea Gold
IMDb: 6.7
43min

In the remote settlement of Nome, Alaska, a gold rush is underway. However, this isn’t your typical gold mining scenario. Instead of being buried in the earth, the valuable metal…

Inside the NSA Inside the NSA 5.6 45min
Inside the NSA
IMDb: 5.6
45min

You’ve heard the conspiracy theories and watched the films. Now, uncover the truth about one of the globe’s most clandestine government entities… The National Security Agency. Established in 1952, the…

Genre: Documentary
Bottled Life: Nestle’s Business with Water Bottled Life: Nestle’s Business with Water 6.7 1h 30min
Bottled Life: Nestle’s Business with Water
IMDb: 6.7
1h 30min

Ever wondered how to transform plain water into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise? In Switzerland, Nestlé has mastered this craft, reigning supreme in the worldwide bottled water market. Swiss journalist Res Gehringer…

Country: 
Bottled Life: Nestle’s Business with Water Bottled Life: Nestle’s Business with Water 6.7 1h 30min
Bottled Life: Nestle’s Business with Water
IMDb: 6.7
1h 30min

Do you know how to turn ordinary water into a billion-dollar business? In Switzerland there’s a company which has developed the art to perfection – Nestlé. This company dominates the…

Country: 
Säilöttyjä unelmia Säilöttyjä unelmia 6.9 1h 15min
Säilöttyjä unelmia
IMDb: 6.9
1h 15min

A simple can of ravioli sets off an extraordinary 30,000-kilometer journey across eight countries, exploring every stage of food production and the distant origins of global ingredients. This dream-like expedition…

Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman 7.7 1h 34min
Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman
IMDb: 7.7
1h 34min

“Mr Mojo Risin’” delves into the creation of the Doors’ final album with Jim Morrison, “L.A. Woman.” Marking the 40th anniversary of both the album’s release and Morrison’s passing in…

Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman 7.6 1h 34min
Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin’ – The Story of L.A. Woman
IMDb: 7.6
1h 34min

“Mr Mojo Risin’” is the story of the making of the Doors’ last album with Jim Morrison “L.A. Woman”. 2011 is the 40th anniversary both of the album’s release and…

Shut Up and Play the Hits Shut Up and Play the Hits 7.3 1h 48min
Shut Up and Play the Hits
IMDb: 7.3
1h 48min

On April 2nd, 2011, LCD SOUNDSYSTEM took the stage for its farewell performance at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Frontman James Murphy chose to dissolve the band, which…

Bones Brigade: An Autobiography Bones Brigade: An Autobiography 8.0 1h 51min
Bones Brigade: An Autobiography
IMDb: 8
1h 51min

Directed by Stacy Peralta, this documentary delves into the world of skateboarding by chronicling the rise of the legendary Bones Brigade team during the 1980s. Featuring iconic skaters like Tony…

We’re Not Broke We’re Not Broke 7.2 1h 20min
We’re Not Broke
IMDb: 7.2
1h 20min

A revealing investigation into how the government has enabled American companies to evade tax obligations, sparking an increasing tide of public dissatisfaction.

Genre: Documentary
We’re Not Broke We’re Not Broke 7.2 1h 20min
We’re Not Broke
IMDb: 7.2
1h 20min

An exposé on how the government has allow U.S. corporations to avoid paying taxes and the growing wave of discontent that it has fostered.

Genre: Documentary
Space Junk Space Junk 6.4 38min
Space Junk
IMDb: 6.4
38min

Half a century after sending our aspirations into the cosmos, we are confronted with a concerning aftermath: an expanding belt of space debris that jeopardizes the safety of Earth’s orbits….

Runaway Slave Runaway Slave 6.8 1h 48min
Runaway Slave
IMDb: 6.8
1h 48min

In the United States, a continuous welfare system has led to a new kind of modern enslavement for many African-Americans. Rev. C.L. Bryant offers a thought-provoking and persuasive examination of…

Sing Your Song Sing Your Song 7.5 1h 43min
Sing Your Song
IMDb: 7.5
1h 43min

While many are familiar with Harry Belafonte’s enduring impact as an entertainer, this film delves into his pivotal role and leadership within the American civil rights movement and his global…

The Real American: Joe McCarthy The Real American: Joe McCarthy 7.0 1h 32min
The Real American: Joe McCarthy
IMDb: 7
1h 32min

A candid exploration of the ascent and decline of one of the most notorious political personalities in American history.

Country: 
Frank Matthews Frank Matthews 6.5 1h 23min
Frank Matthews
IMDb: 6.5
1h 23min

Documentary – Wealthier than Frank Lucas and more influential than the Mafia, he was America’s most significant drug trafficker. In 1973, he skipped bail and vanished with $15 million, never…

Efterklang: The Ghost of Piramida Efterklang: The Ghost of Piramida 7.7 1h 5min
Efterklang: The Ghost of Piramida
IMDb: 7.7
1h 5min

Efterklang travels to the abandoned Russian mining town of Piramida in search of inspiration for their upcoming album.

Country: 
Genre: Documentary
The Legend of Cool Disco Dan The Legend of Cool Disco Dan 8.1 1h 26min
The Legend of Cool Disco Dan
IMDb: 8.1
1h 26min

“The Legend of Cool ‘Disco’ Dan” narrates the tale of Washington DC’s black community through the eyes of Cool “Disco” Dan. It begins with his birth during the civil rights…

Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present 7.8 1h 46min
Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present
IMDb: 7.8
1h 46min

This documentary offers an intimate look at the life and work of performance artist Marina Abramović, focusing on her groundbreaking 2010 retrospective at the Museum of Modern Art in New…

Jobriath A.D. Jobriath A.D. 7.3 1h 42min
Jobriath A.D.
IMDb: 7.3
1h 42min

This documentary delves into the life and career of Jobriath, the first openly gay rock musician signed to a major record label in the early 1970s. Directed by Kieran Turner,…

That Guy … Who Was in That Thing 1 That Guy … Who Was in That Thing 1 7.1 1h 19min
That Guy … Who Was in That Thing 1
IMDb: 7.1
1h 19min

This documentary delves into the lives of sixteen actors as they navigate the challenges of building their careers in Hollywood. These performers have taken on roles ranging from law enforcement…

Genre: Documentary
Murder of Couriers Murder of Couriers 6.8 1h 34min
Murder of Couriers
IMDb: 6.8
1h 34min

This documentary captures the experiences of a group of bike messengers over the course of almost three years. Created by couriers themselves, it offers an inside look at their world,…

Country: 
Singularity or Bust Singularity or Bust 6.7 48min
Singularity or Bust
IMDb: 6.7
48min

Two AI researchers concur that a Technological Singularity is imminent, driven by the super-intelligent machines they are developing. Yet, they hold differing views on whether humanity will endure the ensuing…

Johnny Carson: King of Late Night Johnny Carson: King of Late Night 8.0 1h 55min
Johnny Carson: King of Late Night
IMDb: 8
1h 55min

This film offers a chronological exploration of Johnny Carson’s life and career, spanning from 1925 to 2005. It features insights from one of his ex-wives and over 30 comedians, friends,…

Fight to Live Fight to Live 7.8
Fight to Live
IMDb: 7.8
N/A

The documentary “Fight to Live” explores the quest for new treatments for life-threatening illnesses, narrated through the experiences of patients, their advocates, and the companies investing in the development of…

Semi Colin Semi Colin 6.2 1h 15min
Semi Colin
IMDb: 6.2
1h 15min

Defying traditional genre boundaries, “Semi Colin” emerges as a dynamic art installation. It blends elements of performance, art, and social commentary, as Colin reflects on his life’s passionate dedication to…

The Revolutionary The Revolutionary 7.3 1h 32min
The Revolutionary
IMDb: 7.3
1h 32min

This documentary explores the life of Sidney Rittenberg, an American who lived in China for more than three decades and played a significant role in the Chinese communist revolution.

Genre: Documentary
A Game of Honor A Game of Honor 7.7 2h
A Game of Honor
IMDb: 7.7
2h

This unique documentary offers an unprecedented glimpse into the exceptional Division I football teams at the U.S. Military Academy in West Point and the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. It…

Genre: Documentary