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The Documentaries category on Netflix is identified by the secret code 6839 . Below are 100 Documentaries titles currently traceable on Netflix, sorted by rating. Top picks include Our Planet (2019), Apocalypse - World War II (2009), Regiment Diaries (2018).
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Last updated: 28 Sep 2021. Independent reference, not affiliated with Netflix.
Our Planet (2019) Experience our planet's natural beauty and examine how climate change impacts all living creatures in this ambitious documentary of spectacular scope.
Year: 201980049832 · IMDb
Apocalypse - World War II (2009) This six-part series chronicles World War II from the rise of the Nazis to the Japanese surrender, with in-depth profiles of key figures on all sides.
Year: 200980001114 · IMDb
Regiment Diaries (2018) Historical footage and interviews with soldiers showcase war stories, unique traditions and unifying principles of the Indian Army’s various regiments.
Year: 201881155880 · IMDb
Forensic Files (2000) Detectives and crime lab technicians use the latest and most fascinating procedures to solve crimes in this documentary-style show.
Year: 200070198116 · 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
The Universe (2007) Discover the secrets of the universe in this series that pairs animation with insights on distant planets, black holes and other celestial marvels.
Year: 200770143831 · IMDb
WWII: Lost Films (2009) Rare color footage interwoven with firsthand interviews and diary entries bring to life the global sweep of World War II via those who were there.
Year: 200970212566 · IMDb
World War II in Colour (2009) Footage of the most dramatic moments from World War II is restored in color and high definition for this historical documentary series.
Year: 200970254851 · 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
Greatest Events of WWII in Colour (2019) From the attack on Pearl Harbor to D-Day, the most pivotal events of World War II come to life in this vivid docuseries featuring colorized footage.
Year: 201980989924 · IMDb
Chef's Table (2015) Find out what’s inside the kitchens and minds of six international culinary stars in this Netflix original six-part docu-series.
Year: 201580007945 · IMDb
Making a Murderer (2015) Filmed over 10 years, this real-life thriller follows a DNA exoneree who, while exposing police corruption, becomes a suspect in a grisly new crime.
Year: 201580000770 · IMDb
Roger Waters The Wall (2014) This film blends footage of ex-Pink Floyd member Roger Waters’ extravagant “The Wall Live” tour with scenes of Waters at European war memorials.
Year: 201480017281 · IMDb
The Defiant Ones (2017) Director Allen Hughes ('Menace II Society') traces the rise of music legends Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine and chronicles their groundbreaking partnership.
Year: 201780214552 · 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
Formula 1: Drive to Survive (2019) Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane -- both on and off the track -- during one cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing.
Year: 201980204890 · IMDb
Intervention (2008) The addicts profiled in this Emmy-winning series believe they are being filmed for a documentary until their loved ones stage dramatic interventions.
Year: 200870148130 · IMDb
Last Chance U (2016) In a docuseries set at one of NCAA football's most fertile recruiting grounds, guys with red flags seek to prove their worth on the field and in class.
Year: 201680091742 · IMDb
Edge of the Universe (2008) Leading astronomers reveal the latest discoveries about death-trap planets, asteroids, comets and other wonders of the cosmos.
Year: 200880106338 · 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
Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage (2010) Celebrate the remarkable 40-year career of influential Canadian rockers Rush with this documentary, which details the band's formation and evolution.
Year: 201070137744 · 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
Gardeners of Eden (2014) As corrupt governments fail to stop the slaughter of elephants for ivory, an 80-year-old woman and a crew of rangers bravely try to end the poaching.
Year: 201480052703 · 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
Hitting the Apex (2015) Brad Pitt narrates this chronicle of six of the fastest MotoGP racers and their adrenaline-fueled journeys as they vie for the world championship.
Year: 201580133922 · IMDb
Medal of Honor (2018) Honoring service members whose courage merited the awarding of a Medal of Honor, this docudrama series re-creates their inspiring true stories.
Year: 201880169786 · IMDb
Won't You Be My Neighbor? (2018) When Fred Rogers found his calling in television, his unassuming children's show was beloved by generations for his kindness, empathy and understanding.
Year: 201880231412 · IMDb
Our President (2017) This documentary explores the meteoric rise of Roh Moo-hyun during Korea’s 2002 presidential elections despite being the candidate in last place.
Year: 201780192784 · 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
Our Planet - Behind The Scenes (2019) Years spent recording footage of creatures from every corner of the globe is bound to produce a bit of drama. Here's a behind-the-scenes look.
Year: 201981082125 · IMDb
Trabant at the End of the World (2014) A team of wandering adventurers seek to hit the southernmost point of the Americas using vintage cars not designed for the serene yet brutal terrain.
Year: 201481192840 · IMDb
They Shall Not Grow Old (2018) This moving documentary brings World War I to life for new generations through eyewitness accounts and vividly restored and colorized footage.
Year: 201881048455 · 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
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
Wild Wild Country (2018) When a controversial cult leader builds a utopian city in the Oregon desert, conflict with the locals escalates into a national scandal.
Year: 201880145240 · IMDb
Dogs (2018) These six intimate stories explore the abiding emotional bonds that form between dogs and their caregivers, no matter the circumstances.
Year: 201880191036 · 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
Dancing with the Birds (2019) From ruffling their majestic feathers to nailing im-peck-able courtship routines, birds in paradise flaunt their best moves in hopes of landing a mate.
Year: 201980186796 · 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 Keepers (2017) This docuseries examines the decades-old murder of Sister Catherine Cesnik and its suspected link to a priest accused of abuse.
Year: 201780122179 · IMDb
Thorium (2016) Thorium molten salt reactors may have the power to revolutionize the energy industry. This documentary explores why the technology has stayed hidden.
Year: 201680184113 · IMDb
Chasing Coral (2017) Divers, scientists and photographers around the world mount an epic underwater campaign to document the disappearance of coral reefs.
Year: 201780168188 · 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
The Toys That Made Us (2017) The minds behind history's most iconic toy franchises discuss the rise -- and sometimes fall -- of their billion-dollar creations.
Year: 201780161497 · 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
The Dawn Wall (2017) Cameras follow Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson as they take on the staggering challenge of free-climbing Yosemite’s most formidable rock formation.
Year: 201781004270 · IMDb
Trabantem do posledního dechu (2016) A famous traveler leads a crew of thrill seekers from Australia to Thailand on an expedition using two tiny cars that constantly flirt with disaster.
Year: 201681192831 · IMDb
Mission Blue (2014) This documentary follows oceanographer Sylvia Earle's campaign to save the world's oceans from threats such as overfishing and toxic waste.
Year: 201470308278 · IMDb
The Battered Bastards of Baseball (2014) The colorful true story of the Portland Mavericks, a scrappy, independent baseball team of underdogs started by actor Bing Russell in the 1970s.
Year: 201470299904 · 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
Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief (2015) Via interviews with ex-members, this documentary based on a best-selling book examines Scientology's alleged abuses and potentially illegal practices.
Year: 201580037110 · IMDb
Cristina (2016) In this short documentary, 37-year-old Cristina valiantly battles cancer while doing all she can to encourage others to live in the moment.
Year: 201680076160 · IMDb
Crime Files: The Homefront (2016) Murder, fraud, drug-dealing and other illegal offenses that have torn apart once-happy families are the subject of this fact-based crime series.
Year: 201680162303 · IMDb
A Plastic Ocean (2016) When he discovers the world's oceans brimming with plastic waste, a documentary filmmaker investigates the pollution's environmental impacts.
Year: 201680164032 · 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
Examination of Conscience (2018) Allegations of child sexual abuse in Spain's Catholic institutions are examined in interviews with survivors, clergy, journalists and other experts.
Year: 201880991879 · 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
El testigo (2018) Colombian photojournalist Jesús Abad Colorado shares the stories behind a series of civil war photographs he captured throughout the '80s and '90s.
Year: 201881130373 · 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
Inside Bill's Brain: Decoding Bill Gates (2019) 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.
Year: 201980184771 · 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
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
Secrets of Great British Castles (2015) Join historian Dan Jones on a journey back in time to the zenith of Britain's most iconic structures and their infamous inhabitants.
Year: 201580095866 · IMDb
Unchained: The Untold Story of Freestyle Motocross (2016) This adrenaline-rush documentary traces the rise of freestyle motocross, arguably the world's most extreme sport, and spotlights its pioneers.
Year: 201680109089 · IMDb
The Ivory Game (2016) Filmmakers infiltrate the corrupt global network of ivory trafficking, exposing poachers and dealers as African elephants edge closer to extinction.
Year: 201680117533 · 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
Icarus (2017) An American filmmaker and cyclist unwittingly wades into a global scandal when a Russian scientist leaks shocking details of a vast doping conspiracy.
Year: 201780168079 · 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
Monty Python: Live at Aspen (1998) The members of Monty Python reunite on stage to talk about making their iconic show that changed sketch comedy forever.
Year: 199880236356 · IMDb
Faces Places (2017) French New Wave director Agnès Varda and muralist JR travel all across France, plastering giant portraits of people they encounter along the way.
Year: 201780194288 · IMDb
13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons (2017) The cast, producers and mental health professionals discuss scenes dealing with difficult issues, including bullying, depression and sexual assault.
Year: 201780996791 · IMDb
The Birth Reborn (2013) Mothers and medical professionals speak about their experiences with the increasingly controversial practice of Caesarean deliveries in Brazil.
Year: 201380995575 · 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
Com a Palavra: Arnaldo Antunes (2019) This autobiographical portrait follows esteemed Brazilian poet, singer and composer Arnaldo Antunes and his eccentric creative process.
Year: 201981091384 · IMDb
Salam - The First ****** Nobel Laureate (2018) Shunned by his country due to religion, Abdus Salam strives for an achievement that would define modern physics and redefine his place back home.
Year: 201881191195 · IMDb
Sergio (2009) This moving documentary profiles Sergio Viera de Mello, the charismatic U.N. High Commissioner of Human Rights, who was killed by terrorists in Iraq.
Year: 200970112740 · IMDb
The Pixar Story (2007) Go behind the scenes at Pixar Animation Studios with this Emmy-nominated documentary tracing the creation and history of the groundbreaking company.
Year: 200770083532 · IMDb
Amy (2015) Rare home videos and interviews with Amy Winehouse's inner circle offer an intimate look at her journey from charismatic teen to troubled star.
Year: 201580049094 · IMDb
Race for the White House (2016) This miniseries featuring archival footage and interviews with experts captures the drama of six of history's most iconic presidential campaigns.
Year: 201680114987 · IMDb
The Cuba Libre Story (2015) This documentary series recounts the tumultuous history of Cuba, a nation of foreign conquest, freedom fighters and Cold War political machinations.
Year: 201580109535 · 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
Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby (2017) Some of the world's most awe-inspiring hotels will go to great lengths to create the ultimate experience for their guests. These are their stories.
Year: 201780212125 · 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
QB1: Beyond the Lights (2017) This riveting series follows three star high school quarterbacks as they play their final season before moving on to Division I college football.
Year: 201781003033 · IMDb
Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes (2019) Present-day interviews, archival footage and audio recordings made on death row form a searing portrait of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy.
Year: 201980226612 · IMDb
Killer Ratings (2019) Brazilian TV personality and politician Wallace Souza faces accusations of masterminding the violent crimes he reported on and rallied against.
Year: 201980217946 · IMDb
