Netflix Movies and Categories Finder: Biographical Documentaries
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David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
A broadcaster recounts his life, and the evolutionary history of life on Earth, to grieve the loss of wild places and offer a vision for the future.
Released: 2020-10-04
Runtime: 01:23:47
Netflix ID: 80216393
The Defiant Ones
Director Allen Hughes ('Menace II Society') traces the rise of music legends Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine and chronicles their groundbreaking partnership.
Released: 2018-03-23
Netflix ID: 80214552
Intervention
The addicts profiled in this Emmy-winning series believe they are being filmed for a documentary until their loved ones stage dramatic interventions.
Released: 2019-09-15
Netflix ID: 70148130
Daughters of Destiny
Five girls from India's most impoverished families attend a boarding school designed to create opportunities as they strive for a brighter future.
Released: 2017-07-28
Netflix ID: 80092926
Time: The Kalief Browder Story
This series traces the tragic case of Kalief Browder, a Bronx teen who spent three horrific years in jail, despite never being convicted of a crime.
Released: 2017-09-15
Netflix ID: 80187052
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
When Fred Rogers found his calling in television, his unassuming children's show was beloved by generations for his kindness, empathy and understanding.
Released: 2019-02-01
Runtime: 01:34:26
Netflix ID: 80231412
Rezo
Artist Rezo Gabriadze's dreams and memories are brought to life in this animated documentary that focuses on his childhood during post-war Georgia.
Released: 2020-12-24
Runtime: 01:03:14
Netflix ID: 81327396
Monty Python: Almost the Truth - The Lawyer's Cut
The legacy of comedy group Monty Python, whose irreverent brand of humor has tickled the ribs of millions, is explored in this documentary.
Released: 2015-04-14
Netflix ID: 70213237
The Story of Diana
Explore the remarkable life and private struggles of the late Princess Diana through interviews with her brother and others who knew her well.
Released: 2017-08-31
Netflix ID: 80189024
The Dawn Wall
Cameras follow Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson as they take on the staggering challenge of free-climbing Yosemite’s most formidable rock formation.
Released: 2019-03-04
Runtime: 01:40:24
Netflix ID: 81004270
Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story
This documentary profiles a defiant driver who challenged racial barriers in American auto racing, becoming the first black man to race in the Indy 500.
Released: 2020-02-05
Runtime: 01:45:54
Netflix ID: 81232163
Sinatra: All or Nothing at All
Legendary crooner Frank Sinatra's life and talent are captured in this documentary series featuring fond memories from friends, family and colleagues.
Released: 2015-09-15
Netflix ID: 80048477
Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski
Artists in LA discover the work of forgotten Polish sculptor Stanislav Szukalski, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.
Released: 2018-12-21
Runtime: 01:45:08
Netflix ID: 80109551
Inside Bill's Brain: Decoding Bill Gates
Take a trip inside the mind of Bill Gates as the billionaire opens up about those who influenced him and the audacious goals he's still pursuing.
Released: 2019-09-20
Netflix ID: 80184771
Jiro Dreams of Sushi
This documentary profiles sushi chef Jiro Ono, an 85-year-old master whose 10-seat, $300-a-plate restaurant is legendary among Tokyo foodies.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:19:20
Netflix ID: 70181716
Waste Land
Renowned artist Vik Muniz joins Brazilian garbage pickers who mine treasure from the trash heaps of Rio de Janeiro's Jardim Gramacho landfill.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:39:02
Netflix ID: 70129386
Com a Palavra: Arnaldo Antunes
This autobiographical portrait follows esteemed Brazilian poet, singer and composer Arnaldo Antunes and his eccentric creative process.
Released: 2019-06-22
Runtime: 01:19:58
Netflix ID: 81091384
Salam - The First ****** Nobel Laureate
Shunned by his country due to religion, Abdus Salam strives for an achievement that would define modern physics and redefine his place back home.
Released: 2019-10-02
Runtime: 01:15:53
Netflix ID: 81191195
Chico: Artista Brasileiro
This portrait of musician, playwright, novelist and poet Chico Buarque celebrates the popular, provocative art that made him a cultural force.
Released: 2021-08-20
Runtime: 01:56:04
Netflix ID: 81484018
Sergio
This moving documentary profiles Sergio Viera de Mello, the charismatic U.N. High Commissioner of Human Rights, who was killed by terrorists in Iraq.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:34:35
Netflix ID: 70112740
Amy
Rare home videos and interviews with Amy Winehouse's inner circle offer an intimate look at her journey from charismatic teen to troubled star.
Released: 2016-02-01
Runtime: 02:07:52
Netflix ID: 80049094
Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes
Present-day interviews, archival footage and audio recordings made on death row form a searing portrait of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy.
Released: 2019-01-24
Netflix ID: 80226612
Betty White: First Lady of Television
This documentary on actress and television producer Betty White traces her decades-long career as a woman breaking new ground in entertainment.
Released: 2020-01-12
Runtime: 00:55:51
Netflix ID: 81173792
Undefeated
An inspirational profile of an inner-city high school football team's valiant effort to reach the school's first-ever playoff game.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:53:20
Netflix ID: 70177633
The Fear of 13
After 20 years on Death Row, self-educated inmate Nick petitions the court to be executed, then tells his twisting, turning tale of despair and hope.
Released: 2016-06-01
Runtime: 01:35:15
Netflix ID: 80099305
Jim and Andy: The Great Beyond - Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton
Through the lens of his stunningly immersive performance as Andy Kaufman, Jim Carrey ponders the meaning of life, reality, identity and career.
Released: 2017-11-17
Runtime: 01:33:52
Netflix ID: 80209608
Unrest
In this heart-wrenching documentary, a 28-year-old Ph.D. student turns the camera on herself to capture her struggles with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Released: 2018-01-15
Runtime: 01:37:25
Netflix ID: 80168300
Dogtown and Z-Boys
This documentary focuses on California's Z-Boys, who revolutionized skateboarding in the 1970s when they infused surfing techniques into the sport.
Released: 2018-07-01
Runtime: 01:31:01
Netflix ID: 60022952
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese
In an alchemic mix of fact and fantasy, Martin Scorsese looks back at Bob Dylan's 1975 Rolling Thunder Revue tour and a country ripe for reinvention.
Released: 2019-06-12
Runtime: 02:22:07
Netflix ID: 80221016
Elena
In this documentary, the director remembers a sister who left behind her life under Brazil’s dictatorship and moved to New York with dreams of acting.
Released: 2019-09-01
Runtime: 01:21:27
Netflix ID: 81137484
Diego Maradona
On the field, Diego Maradona shone as one of the greatest soccer players ever. But as this documentary shows, his life off the field was much darker.
Released: 2019-11-15
Runtime: 02:04:19
Netflix ID: 81084856
Maiden
In the male-dominated sport of yacht racing, skipper Tracy Edwards leads the first all-female crew in a famous race around the world.
Released: 2020-06-01
Runtime: 01:37:24
Netflix ID: 81272339
Chavela
Known as a rebellious free spirit, Ranchera singer Chavela Vargas bares her soul through song while defying stereotypes in this stirring documentary.
Released: 2020-07-01
Runtime: 01:33:01
Netflix ID: 80177736
GIMS: On the Record
Go backstage with beloved rap superstar Gims in the year leading up to his major 2019 Stade de France performance in this up-close documentary.
Released: 2020-09-20
Runtime: 01:36:00
Netflix ID: 81029777
Elvis Presley: The Searcher
In this docuseries, archive footage and interviews with icons shed new light on the life, passions and pain of music legend Elvis Presley.
Released: 2021-05-01
Netflix ID: 81456722
Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey
Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg, this documentary follows the career of puppeteer Kevin Clash, the soft-spoken man behind the furry red monster Elmo.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:16:07
Netflix ID: 70166234
What Happened, Miss Simone?
Using never-before-heard recordings, rare archival footage and her best-known songs, this is the story of legendary singer and activist Nina Simone.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:42:24
Netflix ID: 70308063
I Am Divine
This captivating documentary explores the life and work of filmmaker John Waters's muse: internationally celebrated drag superstar Divine.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:30:11
Netflix ID: 70273272
Nowitzki: The Perfect Shot
This documentary chronicles the life story of the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki and his inspiring journey from Germany to superstardom in the NBA.
Released: 2015-10-29
Runtime: 01:46:15
Netflix ID: 80046314
For the Love of Spock
The son of actor Leonard Nimoy directs this moving look at his father's portrayal of Spock, the iconic 'Star Trek' character he played for 50 years.
Released: 2016-12-01
Runtime: 01:51:35
Netflix ID: 80115102
Genius of the Modern World
Historian Bettany Hughes explores the intellectual landscapes that helped shape the work of Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche and Sigmund Freud.
Released: 2017-08-01
Netflix ID: 80186252
Franca: Chaos and Creation
A documentary filmmaker chronicles the life and times of his mother, Franca Sozzani, the editor of Italian Vogue and a fashion-world provocateur.
Released: 2017-10-01
Runtime: 01:19:13
Netflix ID: 80147971
The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin
This documentary traces the life of 'Tales of the City' author Armistead Maupin, from his conservative roots to his rise as an LGBTQ champion.
Released: 2018-01-08
Runtime: 01:31:26
Netflix ID: 80182949
Quincy
This documentary profiles music and culture icon Quincy Jones, offering unprecedented access to his private life and stories from his unparalleled career.
Released: 2018-09-21
Runtime: 02:04:13
Netflix ID: 80102952
ReMastered: Tricky Dick and The Man in Black
This documentary chronicles Johnny Cash's 1970 visit to the White House, where Cash's emerging ideals clashed with Richard Nixon's policies.
Released: 2018-11-02
Runtime: 00:58:32
Netflix ID: 80191051
War Against Women
Filmed over three years in 10 countries, this documentary gives voice to the women who have become victims of sexual violence as weapons of war.
Released: 2019-07-01
Runtime: 01:01:15
Netflix ID: 81077862
Surviving R. Kelly
In this documentary series on the tangled history of allegations against musician R. Kelly, women give detailed accounts of sexual and mental abuse.
Released: 2019-09-15
Netflix ID: 81069393
Who Killed Malcolm X?
Decades after the assassination of African American leader Malcolm X, an activist embarks on a complex mission seeking truth in the name of justice.
Released: 2020-02-07
Netflix ID: 80217478
Circus of Books
For decades, a nice Jewish couple ran Circus of Books, a porn shop and epicenter for gay LA. Their director daughter documents their life and times.
Released: 2020-04-22
Runtime: 01:26:31
Netflix ID: 81011569
Helmut Schmidt -- Lebensfragen
This made-for-TV drama charts the life of former West German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt, who led his nation through the turbulent 1970s and early '80s.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:27:47
Netflix ID: 70308062
Hitler - A Career
This documentary examines how Adolf Hitler's talent for manipulation, psychology and image-making led him from humble origins to near-world conquest.
Released: 2017-02-09
Runtime: 02:30:18
Netflix ID: 80106791
Hondros
Photographer Chris Hondros put his life on the line to cover world conflicts. His best friend explores the stories behind his most impactful images.
Released: 2018-07-01
Runtime: 01:32:38
Netflix ID: 80190924
Transformer
Powerlifter Matt Kroczaleski faced his greatest challenge when he came out as transgender. This documentary captures his transition into a woman.
Released: 2019-02-20
Runtime: 01:19:11
Netflix ID: 81031652
Shelby American
Featuring interviews and vintage footage, this documentary traces American icon Carroll Shelby's life of reinvention from farmer to racer to entrepreneur.
Released: 2019-11-22
Runtime: 01:58:31
Netflix ID: 81218074
Surviving R. Kelly Part II: The Reckoning
As more women come forward with harrowing accusations against R. Kelly, his criminal case gains momentum in this follow-up to the powerful docuseries.
Released: 2020-04-13
Netflix ID: 81269343
The Speed Cubers
This documentary captures the extraordinary twists and turns in the journeys of Rubik's Cube-solving champions Max Park and Feliks Zemdegs.
Released: 2020-07-29
Runtime: 00:40:46
Netflix ID: 81092143
Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir
From her painful past to her successful career after "The Joy Luck Club," groundbreaking writer Amy Tan shares her life story in this documentary.
Released: 2021-05-18
Runtime: 01:41:08
Netflix ID: 81436586
Pavarotti
Featuring never-before-seen footage, this documentary paints an intimate portrait of beloved opera singer Luciano Pavarotti's life and art.
Released: 2021-06-01
Runtime: 01:54:03
Netflix ID: 81083777
Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love
This documentary traces the love story of songwriter Leonard Cohen and free spirit Marianne Ihlen from their early years on the Greek island of Hydra.
Released: 2021-06-07
Runtime: 01:37:28
Netflix ID: 81081883
The Other One: The Long Strange Trip of Bob Weir
This chronicle of Bob Weir highlights his brotherhood with Jerry Garcia and his success as a member of one of the world's most influential bands.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:23:57
Netflix ID: 80011852
The Short Game
They are fiercely competitive athletes, determined to become champions on one of the world's toughest golf courses. And they're still in grade school.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:39:48
Netflix ID: 70290567
From One Second to the Next
Werner Herzog chronicles the devastating consequences of texting and driving. The film examines how lives can be forever altered by a trivial text.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 00:34:56
Netflix ID: 70302184
Steal a Pencil for Me
This moving documentary chronicles the unshakeable romance between a couple who met and fell in love while imprisoned in a Nazi concentration camp.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:34:24
Netflix ID: 70054723
Get Me Roger Stone
Examine the rise, fall and rebirth of political operative Roger Stone, who's been an influential member of Team Trump for decades.
Released: 2017-05-12
Runtime: 01:41:20
Netflix ID: 80114666
Genius of the Ancient World
Historian Bettany Hughes travels to India, Greece and China to explore the lives and times of Buddha, Socrates and Confucius.
Released: 2017-08-01
Netflix ID: 80185801
Joan Didion: The Center Will Not Hold
Literary icon Joan Didion reflects on her remarkable career and personal struggles in this intimate documentary directed by her nephew, Griffin Dunne.
Released: 2017-10-27
Runtime: 01:38:10
Netflix ID: 80117454
Shirkers
In 1992, Sandi Tan and her friends shot a quirky film on the streets of Singapore. Then the footage disappeared, sending her on a hunt for answers.
Released: 2018-10-26
Runtime: 01:37:12
Netflix ID: 80241061
HOMECOMING: A film by Beyoncé
This intimate, in-depth look at Beyoncé's celebrated 2018 Coachella performance reveals the emotional road from creative concept to cultural movement.
Released: 2019-04-17
Runtime: 02:17:54
Netflix ID: 81013626
Los Tigres del Norte at Folsom Prison
The beloved norteño band Los Tigres del Norte performs for the inmates of Folsom Prison on the 50th anniversary of Johnny Cash's iconic concert.
Released: 2019-09-15
Runtime: 01:04:12
Netflix ID: 81030342
Miss Americana
In this revealing documentary, Taylor Swift embraces her role as a songwriter and performer — and as a woman harnessing the full power of her voice.
Released: 2020-01-31
Runtime: 01:25:17
Netflix ID: 81028336
Jurek
This documentary follows the feats of high-altitude climber Jerzy Kukuczka and his ascent to higher heights before his death in 1989.
Released: 2020-10-30
Runtime: 01:13:11
Netflix ID: 81306463
Lady Boss: The Jackie Collins Story
"Queen of Sleaze" or feminist pioneer? Powerhouse novelist Jackie Collins created a brash sex-positive persona while hiding her private struggles.
Released: 2021-08-06
Runtime: 01:36:51
Netflix ID: 81464170
Team Foxcatcher
With never-before seen home video, this film recounts the paranoid downward spiral of John E. du Pont and the murder of Olympic wrestler Dave Schultz.
Released: 2016-04-29
Runtime: 01:31:15
Netflix ID: 80044093
Gabo: The Creation of Gabriel García Márquez
Friends, colleagues and admirers recount the influential literary, political and personal life of Nobel Prize-winning novelist Gabriel García Márquez.
Released: 2016-06-01
Runtime: 01:29:59
Netflix ID: 80091578
I Called Him Morgan
Decades after her release from prison for the shooting death of her jazz musician husband Lee, Helen Morgan reflects on his legacy and their lives.
Released: 2017-07-23
Runtime: 01:31:21
Netflix ID: 80147988
Ladies First
Born amid poverty and limited women's rights in the village of Ratu, India, Deepika Kumari rose to become the No.1 female archer in the world at 18.
Released: 2018-03-08
Runtime: 00:39:34
Netflix ID: 80219143
The Last Czars
When social upheaval sweeps Russia in the early 20th century, Czar Nicholas II resists change, sparking a revolution and ending a dynasty.
Released: 2019-07-04
Netflix ID: 80211648
Maradona in Mexico
In this docuseries, soccer great Diego Maradona comes to Culiacán, the heart of the Sinaloa Cartel, to save the local team, the Dorados, and maybe himself, too.
Released: 2019-11-13
Netflix ID: 81034946
Lorena, Light-Footed Woman
Lorena Ramírez of Mexico's Rarámuri community lives a pastoral life -- except when she straps on her sandals to compete as an ultramarathon runner.
Released: 2019-11-20
Runtime: 00:28:22
Netflix ID: 80244683
Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool
Unpack the mythology of Miles Davis and learn the true story of a jazz legend with never-before-seen footage and celebrity interviews.
Released: 2020-03-06
Runtime: 01:55:07
Netflix ID: 80227122
Mystify: Michael Hutchence
Rare footage and candid memories from family and friends flesh out the talent and torment of the late INXS frontman in this revealing documentary.
Released: 2020-05-17
Runtime: 01:41:55
Netflix ID: 81274665
Where's My Roy Cohn?
Political fixer Roy Cohn gets profiled in this documentary that highlights his unscrupulous tactics, tormented spirit and mentorship of Donald Trump.
Released: 2020-06-14
Runtime: 01:37:33
Netflix ID: 81077041
Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado
Dazzling and tender-hearted, legendary astrologer Walter Mercado vanished at the peak of his fame. This documentary poignantly explains what happened.
Released: 2020-07-08
Runtime: 01:36:29
Netflix ID: 81200204
Documentary of Nogizaka 46
As ace member Nanase Nishino graduates the group, the ladies of Nogizaka46 set out on a stirring journey of self discovery and reflection.
Released: 2020-12-25
Runtime: 01:59:36
Netflix ID: 81318420
Audrey
An intimate portrait of legendary Hollywood actress, fashion icon and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn, who stood for love above all else.
Released: 2021-03-15
Runtime: 01:40:39
Netflix ID: 81354558
Michael Jackson's This Is It
This compelling documentary follows pop icon Michael Jackson during the days leading up to his untimely death as he prepares for a series of 50 shows.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:51:17
Netflix ID: 70123913
Keith Richards: Under the Influence
In a documentary with unparalleled access, discover the people and sounds that inspired rock 'n' roll legend Keith Richards from childhood to today.
Released: 2015-09-18
Runtime: 01:21:57
Netflix ID: 80066798
Beltracchi: Die Kunst der Fälschung
Artist and master forger Wolfgang Beltracchi is profiled, with insights into his life, talent and the international art world that made him millions.
Released: 2015-12-09
Runtime: 01:37:49
Netflix ID: 80015279
Audrie and Daisy
In this wrenching documentary, two teens are sexually assaulted by boys they considered friends, humiliated online and harassed by their communities.
Released: 2016-09-23
Runtime: 01:38:36
Netflix ID: 80097321
Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You
This documentary turns the spotlight on the man behind the iconic 'All in the Family,' with comments from friends, family and famous collaborators.
Released: 2016-11-01
Runtime: 01:31:19
Netflix ID: 80097360
Stalin's Daughter
Interviews and photographs illuminate the odyssey of Joseph Stalin's daughter Svetlana, who defected to the West at the height of the Cold War.
Released: 2016-12-19
Runtime: 00:51:58
Netflix ID: 80123614
Joe Cocker: Mad Dog with Soul
From his star turn at Woodstock to his battles with addiction, this film chronicles the stormy life and unique talent of soulful singer Joe Cocker.
Released: 2017-04-01
Runtime: 01:30:00
Netflix ID: 80164112
The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson
As she fights the tide of violence against trans women, activist Victoria Cruz probes the suspicious 1992 death of her friend Marsha P. Johnson.
Released: 2017-10-06
Runtime: 01:45:48
Netflix ID: 80189623
Conor McGregor: Notorious
From making ends meet to lavish rides and fur coats, the Irish MMA champion grants an all-access pass to the highs -- and lows -- of his ascent.
Released: 2018-03-21
Runtime: 01:30:17
Netflix ID: 80164752
Zion
Born without legs and stuck in foster care for years, teen Zion Clark finds his calling when he pursues competitive wrestling. A documentary short.
Released: 2018-08-10
Runtime: 00:11:41
Netflix ID: 80239831
ReMastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke
While Sam Cooke rose to stardom as a soul singer, his outspoken views on civil rights drew attention that may have contributed to his death at age 33.
Released: 2019-02-08
Runtime: 01:14:03
Netflix ID: 80191045
A Year In Space
Two astronauts attempt to brave a life in Earth's orbit on a record-setting mission to see if humans have the endurance to survive a flight to Mars.
Released: 2019-10-15
Netflix ID: 81193616
Unabomber - In His Own Words
The CIA attempts to turn Ted Kaczynski, aka the Unabomber, into a super agent — a plan that backfires. Based on real events.
Released: 2020-02-22
Netflix ID: 81002216
Geheimnisse des 'Dritten Reichs'
This series examines the inner workings of the Nazi regime with interviews of remaining survivors of the Third Reich as well as contemporary experts.
Released: 2015-04-14
Netflix ID: 80004958
Time Is Illmatic
Providing a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Nas's debut album, this documentary also delves into his deep connection to his New York roots.
Released: 2015-09-04
Runtime: 01:15:01
Netflix ID: 80011844