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The Social & Cultural Docs category on Netflix is identified by the secret code 3675 . Below are 100 Social & Cultural Docs titles currently traceable on Netflix, sorted by rating. Top picks include The Last Dance (2020), Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013), Dirty Money (2018).
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Last updated: 28 Sep 2021. Independent reference, not affiliated with Netflix.
The Last Dance (2020) This docuseries gives a definitive account of Michael Jordan’s career and the 1990s Chicago Bulls, packed with unaired footage from the 1997-98 season.
Year: 202080203144 · IMDb
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013) This CNN original series has chef Anthony Bourdain traveling to extraordinary locations around the globe to sample a variety of local cuisines.
Year: 201370304979 · IMDb
Dirty Money (2018) From crippling payday loans to cars that cheat emissions tests, this investigative series exposes brazen acts of corporate greed and corruption.
Year: 201880118100 · IMDb
Lenox Hill (2020) Four doctors at New York's storied Lenox Hill Hospital balance their personal lives and their dedication to their patients in this documentary series.
Year: 202080201728 · IMDb
2,215 (2018) This intimate documentary follows rock star Artiwara Kongmalai on his historic, 2,215-kilometer charity run across Thailand in 2017.
Year: 201881059183 · IMDb
Daughters of Destiny (2017) Five girls from India's most impoverished families attend a boarding school designed to create opportunities as they strive for a brighter future.
Year: 201780092926 · IMDb
Time: The Kalief Browder Story (2017) 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.
Year: 201780187052 · IMDb
For Sama (2019) During the uprising in Syria, a young mother weighs fleeing to raise her daughter or staying to fight for freedom in this harrowing documentary.
Year: 201981132389 · IMDb
Winter on Fire (2015) Over 93 days in Ukraine, what started as peaceful student demonstrations became a violent revolution and full-fledged civil rights movement.
Year: 201580031666 · IMDb
Hip-Hop Evolution (2016) Interviews with influential MCs, DJs and moguls trace the genre's dynamic evolution from the 1970s through the 1990s in this documentary series.
Year: 201680141782 · IMDb
Abstract: The Art of Design (2017) Step inside the minds of the most innovative designers in a variety of disciplines and learn how design impacts every aspect of life.
Year: 201780057883 · IMDb
Cowspiracy (2014) Learn how factory farming is decimating the planet's natural resources -- and why this crisis has been largely ignored by major environmental groups.
Year: 201480033772 · IMDb
Tales by Light (2016) Follow renowned photographers as they explore far-flung locales, capturing extraordinary images that present nature and culture in a new light.
Year: 201680133187 · IMDb
Homeland (2019) This documentary examines the fluid definition of home for the residents of Germany and immigration's impact on the country's national identity.
Year: 201981324784 · IMDb
China Love (2018) This thought-provoking documentary explores contemporary China by delving into the imaginative billion-dollar industry of pre-wedding photography.
Year: 201881435402 · IMDb
Virunga (2014) The Oscar-nominated true story of the rangers risking their lives to save Africa's most precious national park and its endangered gorillas.
Year: 201480009431 · IMDb
Inside Job (2010) Learn in comprehensive, cogent detail about the pervasive and deep-rooted Wall Street corruption that led to the global economic meltdown of 2008.
Year: 201070139555 · IMDb
13TH (2016) In this thought-provoking documentary, scholars, activists and politicians analyze the criminalization of African Americans and the U.S. prison boom.
Year: 201680091741 · IMDb
Cuba and the Cameraman (2017) Emmy-winning filmmaker Jon Alpert chronicles the fortunes of three Cuban families over the course of four tumultuous decades in the nation's history.
Year: 201780126449 · IMDb
Sunderland 'Til I Die (2018) This docuseries follows English soccer club Sunderland through the 2017-18 season as they try to bounce back after relegation from the Premier League.
Year: 201880207046 · IMDb
The Chef Show (2019) Writer, director and food enthusiast Jon Favreau and chef Roy Choi explore food in and out of the kitchen with accomplished chefs and celebrity friends.
Year: 201981028317 · IMDb
O Barato de Iacanga (2019) Participants recall a series of festivals held on a farm in Brazil during the '70s and '80s that evolved into liberating celebrations of music.
Year: 201981211691 · IMDb
FarEast: From Berlin to Tokyo (2013) Join a group of daring reporters on an unprecedented road trip from Berlin to Tokyo as they experience life-changing adventures and meet unique people.
Year: 201381443352 · IMDb
The Square (2013) This Emmy-winning, street-level view of the 2011 Egyptian Revolution captures the astonishing uprising that led to the collapse of two governments.
Year: 201370268449 · IMDb
Blackfish (2013) This fascinating documentary examines the life of performing killer whale Tilikum, who has caused the deaths of several people while in captivity.
Year: 201370267802 · IMDb
Monty Python: Almost the Truth - The Lawyer's Cut (2009) The legacy of comedy group Monty Python, whose irreverent brand of humor has tickled the ribs of millions, is explored in this documentary.
Year: 200970213237 · IMDb
Cooked (2016) As he tries his hand at baking, brewing and braising, acclaimed food writer Michael Pollan explores how cooking transforms food and shapes our world.
Year: 201680022456 · IMDb
The Story of Diana (2017) Explore the remarkable life and private struggles of the late Princess Diana through interviews with her brother and others who knew her well.
Year: 201780189024 · IMDb
Somebody Feed Phil (2018) 'Everybody Loves Raymond' creator Phil Rosenthal travels the globe to take in the local cuisine and culture of Bangkok, Lisbon, Mexico City and more.
Year: 201880146601 · IMDb
Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story (2020) 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.
Year: 202081232163 · IMDb
Joanna Lumley's Japan (2016) Host Joanna Lumley embarks on a 2,000-mile journey across the islands of Japan to absorb the rich culture and discover its natural wonders.
Year: 201681340415 · IMDb
Joanna Lumley's Silk Road Adventure (2018) Joanna Lumley embarks on a journey from Italy to Kyrgyzstan and traces the footsteps of historical figures along the ancient Silk Road.
Year: 201881340420 · IMDb
Joanna Lumley's Trans-Siberian Adventure (2015) Actress and activist Joanna Lumley shares stories and chats with locals as she travels in China, Mongolia and Russia on the world's longest rail line.
Year: 201581340426 · IMDb
Mishima: The Last Debate (2020) Amidst a wave of student uprisings, writer and Japanese nationalist Yukio Mishima accepts an invitation to debate Tokyo University’s Zenkyoto group.
Year: 202081488310 · IMDb
Sinatra: All or Nothing at All (2015) Legendary crooner Frank Sinatra's life and talent are captured in this documentary series featuring fond memories from friends, family and colleagues.
Year: 201580048477 · IMDb
Flint Town (2018) Over a two-year period, filmmakers embedded with cops in Flint, Michigan, reveal a department grappling with volatile issues in untenable conditions.
Year: 201880156688 · IMDb
The Staircase (2018) Accident or murder? After the mysterious death of his wife, author Michael Peterson watches his life go under the microscope.
Year: 201880233441 · IMDb
Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski (2018) Artists in LA discover the work of forgotten Polish sculptor Stanislav Szukalski, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.
Year: 201880109551 · IMDb
Street Food (2019) Embark on a global cultural journey into street food and discover the stories of the people who create the flavorful dishes.
Year: 201980244996 · IMDb
The Mind, Explained (2019) Ever wonder what's happening inside your head? From dreaming to anxiety disorders, discover how your brain works with this illuminating series.
Year: 201981098586 · IMDb
Unnatural Selection (2019) From eradicating disease to selecting a child’s traits, gene editing gives humans the chance to hack biology. Meet the real people behind the science.
Year: 201980208910 · IMDb
Raul, o Início, o Fim e o Meio (2012) Rare archival footage and interviews with Brazilian rocker Raul Seixas’ family and peers trace this music legend's meteoric rise and untimely death.
Year: 201281227160 · IMDb
The Silence of Others (2019) Filmed over six years, this documentary captures the struggles of victims who suffered abuse under Gen. Francisco Franco's regime as they seek justice.
Year: 201981086605 · IMDb
Street Food: Latin America (2020) In this vibrant docuseries, Latin American chefs tell their stories and bring a taste of tradition and innovation to their delicious offerings.
Year: 202081249660 · IMDb
Bending the Arc (2017) This documentary follows a group of ambitious advocates whose mission to save lives in Haiti turns into a global fight for health care and justice.
Year: 201780170312 · IMDb
Justice (2004) This documentary examines the daily lives of those involved in the Brazilian penal system, including public lawyers, judges, prosecutors and the accused.
Year: 200481464320 · IMDb
Bezness as Usual (2016) This documentary chronicles filmmaker Alex Pitstra's journey to discover the roots of his absent, casanova father and his own multicultural identity.
Year: 201680145592 · IMDb
Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011) This documentary profiles sushi chef Jiro Ono, an 85-year-old master whose 10-seat, $300-a-plate restaurant is legendary among Tokyo foodies.
Year: 201170181716 · IMDb
Waste Land (2010) Renowned artist Vik Muniz joins Brazilian garbage pickers who mine treasure from the trash heaps of Rio de Janeiro's Jardim Gramacho landfill.
Year: 201070129386 · IMDb
Oasis: Supersonic (2016) This film details the rise of British rock group Oasis and the creativity and chaos that brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher brought to the iconic band.
Year: 201680151663 · IMDb
The Mekong River with Sue Perkins (2014) Comedian and writer Sue Perkins sets off on a 3,000-mile journey up the Mekong River to explore a people and region on the verge of dramatic change.
Year: 201480212224 · IMDb
Myths and Monsters (2017) This documentary series takes us to the mythic landscapes of Europe to explore some of most enduring legends produced by European culture.
Year: 201780158649 · IMDb
The Birth Reborn 3 (2013) This intimate look at a São Paulo birth center features interviews with mothers, activists, doctors and midwives. Third in a series of films.
Year: 201380995577 · IMDb
Born in Gaza (2014) This documentary focuses on the devastating violence of the Israel-Palestine conflict and its effects on the children of Gaza.
Year: 201481077863 · IMDb
The Pharmacist (2020) After his son's tragic death, a Louisiana pharmacist goes to extremes to expose the rampant corruption behind the opioid addiction crisis.
Year: 202081002576 · IMDb
Bad Boy Billionaires: India (2020) This investigative docuseries explores the greed, fraud and corruption that built up — and ultimately brought down — India’s most infamous tycoons.
Year: 202080990073 · IMDb
Prince Charles: Inside the Duchy of Cornwall (2019) Go behind the scenes at Prince Charles' private realm, a vast estate comprising farmlands, towns and national parks guarded for over 50 years.
Year: 201981451167 · IMDb
Chico: Artista Brasileiro (2015) This portrait of musician, playwright, novelist and poet Chico Buarque celebrates the popular, provocative art that made him a cultural force.
Year: 201581484018 · IMDb
I Am Not Your Negro (2016) Based on James Baldwin's unfinished book, this visual essay explores racism through the stories of Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr.
Year: 201680144402 · IMDb
Ugly Delicious (2018) All the flavor. None of the BS. Star chef David Chang leads friends on a mouthwatering, cross-cultural hunt for the world's most satisfying grub.
Year: 201880170368 · IMDb
The Beatles: Eight Days a Week (2016) Interviews and archival footage document the Beatles' early years -- as well as the impact international touring had on their music and pop culture.
Year: 201680118170 · IMDb
The Family (2019) An enigmatic conservative Christian group known as the Family wields enormous influence in Washington, D.C., in pursuit of its global ambitions.
Year: 201980063867 · IMDb
The Fear of 13 (2015) 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.
Year: 201580099305 · IMDb
Fire in the Blood (2012) Filmmaker Dylan Mohan Gray delves into Africa's AIDS crisis to put a human face on those caught in the battle over inexpensive, generic HIV drugs.
Year: 201270268209 · IMDb
Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982-1992 (2017) This documentary chronicles simmering tension and broken trust between L.A.'s black community and police in the decade before the Rodney King riots.
Year: 201780183783 · IMDb
Dogtown and Z-Boys (2001) This documentary focuses on California's Z-Boys, who revolutionized skateboarding in the 1970s when they infused surfing techniques into the sport.
Year: 200160022952 · IMDb
Bathtubs Over Broadway (2018) A comedy writer for David Letterman unearths a hidden world of hilariously bizarre musicals, which turns into a toe-tapping obsession.
Year: 201881044103 · IMDb
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese (2019) 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.
Year: 201980221016 · IMDb
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (2019) Chef David Chang takes his insatiable curiosity about food, culture and identity on the road, in the convivial company of fun-loving celebrity guests.
Year: 201981038022 · IMDb
They've Gotta Have Us (2018) Powered by candid recollections from esteemed African-American entertainers, this docuseries traces the history of black cinema.
Year: 201881243942 · IMDb
Coronavirus, Explained (2020) In 2020, the world changed. This topical series examines the coronavirus pandemic, the efforts to combat it and ways to manage its mental health toll.
Year: 202081273378 · IMDb
Athlete A (2020) This documentary focuses on the gymnasts who survived USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's abuse and the reporters who exposed USAG's toxic culture.
Year: 202081034185 · IMDb
GIMS: On the Record (2020) 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.
Year: 202081029777 · IMDb
Sir! No Sir! (2005) This documentary chronicles the largely forgotten antiwar activities of American GIs and other members of the military during the Vietnam era.
Year: 200570043764 · IMDb
Rhythm Is It! (2004) A group of teenagers from all walks of life rehearses for a groundbreaking project: dancing alongside the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra.
Year: 200481443477 · IMDb
9to5: The Story of a Movement (2021) In this documentary, female office workers in '70s Boston inspire change with a call for better pay, more opportunities and an end to sexual harassment.
Year: 202181160953 · IMDb
What Happened, Miss Simone? (2015) Using never-before-heard recordings, rare archival footage and her best-known songs, this is the story of legendary singer and activist Nina Simone.
Year: 201570308063 · IMDb
Big Boys Gone Bananas!* (2011) This documentary follows the battle between the Dole Food Company and a pair of filmmakers who made a documentary about a lawsuit against the company.
Year: 201170228010 · IMDb
Genius of the Modern World (2016) Historian Bettany Hughes explores the intellectual landscapes that helped shape the work of Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche and Sigmund Freud.
Year: 201680186252 · IMDb
Franca: Chaos and Creation (2016) A documentary filmmaker chronicles the life and times of his mother, Franca Sozzani, the editor of Italian Vogue and a fashion-world provocateur.
Year: 201680147971 · IMDb
The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin (2017) This documentary traces the life of 'Tales of the City' author Armistead Maupin, from his conservative roots to his rise as an LGBTQ champion.
Year: 201780182949 · IMDb
ReMastered: Tricky Dick and The Man in Black (2018) This documentary chronicles Johnny Cash's 1970 visit to the White House, where Cash's emerging ideals clashed with Richard Nixon's policies.
Year: 201880191051 · IMDb
Ayotzinapa, el paso de la tortuga (2018) Delving into the disappearance of 43 college students in Mexico, this documentary seeks to give justice and a voice to the victims and their families.
Year: 201881013509 · IMDb
Guerras do Brasil (2018) This documentary series details how Brazil was shaped by centuries of armed conflict, from its early conquerors to its modern-day violence.
Year: 201881091385 · IMDb
The Devil Next Door (2019) A Cleveland grandfather is brought to trial in Israel, accused of being the infamous Nazi death camp guard known as Ivan the Terrible.
Year: 201980201488 · IMDb
SunGanges (2018) A trio of filmmakers treks across India to explore the correlation between vanishing rivers, massive energy projects and renewable energy sources.
Year: 201881217749 · IMDb
Who Killed Malcolm X? (2020) Decades after the assassination of African American leader Malcolm X, an activist embarks on a complex mission seeking truth in the name of justice.
Year: 202080217478 · IMDb
Behave (2007) In a Rio de Janeiro juvenile court, disadvantaged minors face accusations of delinquency in this examination of social inequality in Brazil.
Year: 200781464318 · IMDb
Rhyme and Reason (1997) The world and culture of rap song topics such as race, violence, police, family and sex are examined by hip-hop performers from both coasts.
Year: 199760004497 · IMDb
Waiting for 'Superman' (2010) This dynamic documentary weaves together stories about students, educators and reformers to shed light on America's failing public school system.
Year: 201070129364 · IMDb
The White Helmets (2016) As daily airstrikes pound civilian targets in Syria, a group of indomitable first responders risk their lives to rescue victims from the rubble.
Year: 201680101827 · IMDb
A Grand Night In: The Story of Aardman (2015) Aardman Animations icons Wallace & Gromit, Morph and more join fans and collaborators for a retrospective celebrating the studio's 40th anniversary.
Year: 201580144358 · IMDb
Quanto Tempo o Tempo Tem (2015) Experts explain how different civilizations throughout history have comprehended time, and why some of us never seem to have enough of it.
Year: 201580187187 · IMDb
The Royal House of Windsor (2017) Drawing on newly available info, this show traces how the British royal family has survived the last 100 years of power struggles, politics and more.
Year: 201780181555 · IMDb
We Speak Dance (2018) Trained dancer Vandana Hart travels the world to learn traditional and urban dance styles from the local experts who know them best.
Year: 201880194813 · IMDb
The American Meme (2018) Social media stars Paris Hilton, Josh Ostrovsky, Brittany Furlan and Kirill Bichutsky hustle to build online empires -- and face the pitfalls of fame.
Year: 201881003741 · IMDb
The Rolling Stones: Olé Olé Olé! A Trip Across Latin America (2016) Follow the Rolling Stones as the iconic group breaks new ground in Latin America, wrapping a 10-city tour as the first-ever rock band to play in Cuba.
Year: 201680148239 · IMDb
Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen (2018) New Zealand film archivist Heperi Mita traces the cinematic legacy of his mother and trailblazing Maori filmmaker Merata Mita.
Year: 201881077874 · IMDb
Dream/Killer (2015) This riveting crime doc follows Bill as he confronts America's broken judicial system after his son is falsely sentenced to 40 years in prison.
Year: 201580081990 · IMDb
Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir (2021) From her painful past to her successful career after "The Joy Luck Club," groundbreaking writer Amy Tan shares her life story in this documentary.
Year: 202181436586 · IMDb
