Top 50 Documentary Movies and TV Shows
1. Jackass Forever (2022)
R | 96 min | Documentary, Action, Comedy
After 11 years, the Jackass crew is back for another crusade.
Director: Jeff Tremaine | Stars: Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Chris Pontius, Dave England
Votes: 13,461
2. Formula 1: Drive to Survive (2019– )
TV-MA | 40 min | Documentary, Sport
Docuseries following the FIA Formula One World Championship across multiple seasons.
Stars: Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Will Buxton, Daniel Ricciardo
Votes: 34,381
3. The Tinder Swindler (2022)
TV-MA | 114 min | Documentary, Crime
Posing as a wealthy, jet-setting diamond mogul, he wooed women online, then conned them out of millions of dollars. Now some victims plan for payback.
Director: Felicity Morris | Stars: Simon Leviev, Cecilie Fjellhøy, Pernilla Sjöholm, Kristoffer Kumar
Votes: 49,459
4. Lucy and Desi (2022)
PG | 103 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy
This film will explore the rise of comedian icon Lucille Ball, her relationship with Desi Arnaz, and how their groundbreaking sitcom I Love Lucy forever changed Hollywood, cementing her legacy long after her death in 1989.
Director: Amy Poehler | Stars: Lucie Arnaz, Bette Midler, Carol Burnett, Laura Laplaca
Votes: 1,068
5. Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom (2015)
Not Rated | 102 min | Documentary
A documentary on the unrest in Ukraine during 2013 and 2014, as student demonstrations supporting European integration grew into a violent revolution calling for the resignation of President Viktor F. Yanukovich.
Director: Evgeny Afineevsky | Stars: Bishop Agapit, Catherine Ashton, Serhii Averchenko, Kristina Berdinskikh
Votes: 17,471
6. Untitled Kanye West Documentary (2022)
TV-MA | 90 min | Documentary, Music
Follows the life of Kanye West, in an intimate portrait as he builds his way from singer to businessman and becomes a global brand.
Stars: Ye, Kid Cudi, Justin Bieber, Takashi Murakami
Votes: 5,870
7. Flee (2021)
PG-13 | 89 min | Documentary, Animation, Biography
FLEE tells the extraordinary true story of a man, Amin, on the verge of marriage which compels him to reveal his hidden past for the first time.
Director: Jonas Poher Rasmussen | Stars: Daniel Karimyar, Fardin Mijdzadeh, Milad Eskandari, Belal Faiz
Votes: 9,315
8. Worst Roommate Ever (2022)
TV-MA | 236 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
When Alex Miller let Jed Creek rent her room via Craigslist, she had no idea that he was a notorious serial squatter, and that he would use his knowledge of tenancy laws to slowly kick her out of her own home.
Stars: John Cabrera, Bill Clausen, William P. Wood
Votes: 3,072
9. Ukraine on Fire (2016)
95 min | Documentary
Ukraine. Across its eastern border is Russia and to its west-Europe. For centuries, it has been at the center of a tug-of-war between powers seeking to control its rich lands and access to the Black Sea. 2014's Maidan Massacre triggered a bloody uprising that ousted president Viktor Yanukovych and painted Russia as the perpetrator by Western media. But was it? "Ukraine on Fire" by Igor Lopatonok ... See full summary »
Director: Igor Lopatonok | Stars: Oliver Stone, Vladimir Putin, Victor Yanukovich, Vitaliy Zakharchenko
Votes: 2,974
10. Secrets of Playboy (2022– )
TV-14 | 42 min | Documentary
Hidden truths behind the Playboy empire.
Stars: Sondra Theodore, Holly Madison, Cristy Thom, Bridget Marquardt
Votes: 550
11. The Andy Warhol Diaries (2022)
TV-MA | 395 min | Documentary
After he's shot in 1968, Andy Warhol begins documenting his life and feelings. Those diaries, and this docuseries, take a peek behind his persona.
Stars: Bill Irwin, Jeffrey Deitch, Jessica Beck, Bob Colacello
Votes: 550
12.
Untitled Kanye West Documentary (2022)
Episode:
Act I: Vision
(2022)
Not Rated | 88 min | Documentary, Music
After dazzling the Chicago hip-hop scene, brilliant but hungry producer Kanye West moves to NYC, but struggles to get signed as an MC.
Directors: Coodie, Chike Ozah | Stars: Ye, Yasiin Bey, Just Blaze, Memphis Bleek
Votes: 1,772
13. Downfall: The Case Against Boeing (2022)
PG-13 | 89 min | Documentary
Examining the months since the tragedies, which caused global panic in March 2019 after two new aircrafts crashed within five months, killing 346 people.
Director: Rory Kennedy | Stars: Donald Trump, Lester Holt, Maria Bartiromo, Peter Jennings
Votes: 6,973
14. Planet Earth II (2016)
TV-G | 298 min | Documentary
David Attenborough returns with a new wildlife documentary that shows life in a variety of habitats.
Stars: David Attenborough, Chadden Hunter, Gordon Buchanan, Elizabeth White
Votes: 114,084
15. The Curse of Oak Island (2014– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
Rick and Marty Lagina, two brothers from Michigan with a life-long interest in the mystery of Oak Island, renew efforts to discover the legendary treasure with sophisticated machinery.
Stars: Robert Clotworthy, Marty Lagina, Rick Lagina, Charles Barkhouse
Votes: 5,342
16. Tiger King (2020–2021)
TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
A rivalry between big cat eccentrics takes a dark turn when Joe Exotic, a controversial animal park boss, is caught in a murder-for-hire plot.
Stars: Joe Exotic, Carole Baskin, John Reinke, Jeff Lowe
Votes: 76,300
17. Undercurrent: The Disappearance of Kim Wall (2022)
TV-MA | 125 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
A two-part documentary, examining the disappearance and murder of journalist, Kim Wall, and the subsequent trial of her killer.
Votes: 245
18. The Beatles: Get Back (2021)
PG-13 | 468 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Documentary about the music group The Beatles featuring in-studio footage that was shot in early 1969 for the 1970 feature film 'Let It Be.'
Stars: The Beatles, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison
Votes: 18,413
19. Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts (2022 TV Special)
TV-PG | 102 min | Documentary, Family
Cast members from all "Harry Potter" films reunite in a retrospective special to celebrate the anniversary of the first film, including interviews and cast conversations.
Directors: Casey Patterson, Joe Pearlman, Eran Creevy, Giorgio Testi | Stars: Ralph Fiennes, Daniel Radcliffe, Gary Oldman, Emma Watson
Votes: 35,256
20. The Endurance (2000)
G | 97 min | Documentary, History
A retelling of Sir Ernest Shackleton 's ill-fated expedition to Antarctica in 1914-1916, featuring new footage of the actual locations and interviews with surviving relatives of key ... See full summary »
Director: George Butler | Stars: Liam Neeson, Julian Ayer, John Blackborow, David Cale
Votes: 1,996 | Gross: $2.45M
21. Revealing Ukraine (2019)
Not Rated | 84 min | Documentary
"Revealing Ukraine" by Igor Lopatonok continues investigations on of the ongoing Ukrainian crisis following "Ukraine on Fire". In addition, it analyzes the current political backstage and its dangerous potential for the world.
Director: Igor Lopatonok | Stars: Oliver Stone, Viktor Medvedchuk, Oksana Marchenko, Vladimir Putin
Votes: 2,508
22. Ghost Adventures (2008– )
TV-PG | 45 min | Documentary, History, Reality-TV
Zak Bagans, Aaron Goodwin, Billy Tolley, and Jay Wasley investigate the scariest, most notorious, haunted places in the world.
Stars: Zak Bagans, Aaron Goodwin, Billy Tolley, Jay Wasley
Votes: 8,962
23. Clarkson's Farm (2021– )
TV-PG | 45 min | Documentary, Comedy, Reality-TV
Follow Jeremy Clarkson as he attempts to run a farm in the countryside.
Stars: Jeremy Clarkson, Kaleb Cooper, Charlie Ireland, Gerald Cooper
Votes: 31,104
24. 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible (2021)
TV-MA | 101 min | Documentary, Adventure, Sport
Fearless Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja embarks on a seemingly impossible quest to summit all 14 of the world's 8,000-meter peaks in seven months.
Director: Torquil Jones | Stars: Nirmal Purja, Suchi Purja, Klára Kolouchová, Reinhold Messner
Votes: 21,872
25. The Last Dance (2020)
TV-MA | 491 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Charting the rise of the 1990's Chicago Bulls, led by Michael Jordan, one of the most notable dynasties in sports history.
Stars: Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, Scottie Pippen, David Aldridge
Votes: 108,074
26. The Alpinist (2021)
PG-13 | 92 min | Documentary
Marc-André Leclerc climbs alone, far from the limelight. The free-spirited 23-year-old makes some of the boldest solo ascents in history. With no cameras and no margin for error, Leclerc's approach is the essence of solo adventure.
Directors: Peter Mortimer, Nick Rosen | Stars: Marc-André Leclerc, Peter Mortimer, Alex Honnold, Jason Kruk
Votes: 6,215
27. Bug Out (2022– )
43 min | Documentary, Crime
A trap door into the creepy underworld of exotic bug smugglers and the federal agents who chase them.
Stars: Katie Griffins, Tom Haser, Peter Hong, Jane Ericksen
Votes: 69
28. Ascension (III) (2021)
Not Rated | 97 min | Documentary
The absorbingly cinematic Ascension explores the pursuit of the "Chinese Dream." This observational documentary presents a contemporary vision of China that prioritizes productivity and innovation above all.
Director: Jessica Kingdon
Votes: 1,735
29. Louis Theroux: Forbidden America (2022– )
58 min | Documentary
Travelling the length and breadth of the United States, Louis will meet an assortment of content creators who promote far-right views, self-destructive performers - and in some cases ... See full summary »
Stars: Louis Theroux, Mia Malkova, Michael Vegas, Siouxsie Q
Votes: 501
30. 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days (2017– )
TV-14 | 85 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
Couples who have applied for or received a K-1 visa "available uniquely to foreign fiancés of U.S. citizens", have ninety days to arrange for and have the marriage ceremony. The visa is not to give time "to decide IF" they will marry.
Stars: Darcey Silva, Angela Deem, Jesse Meester, Paul Staehle
Votes: 983
31. Catching Killers (II) (2021– )
TV-MA | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
The investigators behind infamous serial killer cases reveal the harrowing, chilling details of their extraordinary efforts in this true crime series.
Stars: Charles Coffey, John Ingram, Jim McIntyre, Debbie Harris
Votes: 2,482
32. Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021)
PG-13 | 118 min | Documentary, Music
Documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African-American music and culture and promoted Black pride and unity.
Director: Questlove | Stars: Dorinda Drake, Barbara Bland-Acosta, Darryl Lewis, Ethel Beatty
Votes: 8,269
33. The Putin Interviews (2017)
TV-PG | 58 min | Documentary, Biography
Academy Award-winning film-maker Oliver Stone interviews Russian dictator Vladimir Putin about divisive issues related to U.S.-Russia relations.
Stars: Oliver Stone, Vladimir Putin, Sergei Chudinov, Fernando Sulichin
Votes: 4,477
34. Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy (2021– )
Not Rated | 60 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
Stanley Tucci travels across Italy to discover the secrets and delights of the country's regional cuisines.
Stars: Stanley Tucci, Felicity Blunt, Tess Masazza, Massimo Bottura
Votes: 1,468
35. The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley (2019)
TV-14 | 119 min | Documentary, Crime
The story of Theranos, a multi-billion dollar tech company, its founder Elizabeth Holmes, the youngest self-made female billionaire, and the massive fraud that collapsed the company.
Director: Alex Gibney | Stars: Alex Gibney, Elizabeth Holmes, Dan Ariely, Roger Parloff
Votes: 11,332
36. The Rescue (2021)
PG | 107 min | Documentary, Action, Mystery
A chronicle of the enthralling, against-all-odds story that transfixed the world in 2018: the daring rescue of twelve boys and their coach from deep inside a flooded cave in Northern Thailand.
Directors: Jimmy Chin, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi | Stars: Bancha Duriyapunt, Apakorn Youkongkaew, Anan Surawan, Woranan Ratrawiphukkun
Votes: 10,666
37. Surviving Paradise: A Family Tale (2022)
TV-G | 78 min | Documentary
As the Kalahari Desert faces a worsening dry season, prides, packs and herds of all kinds must rely on the power of family to survive.
Directors: Renée Godfrey, Matt Meech | Star: Regé-Jean Page
Votes: 342
38. Dateline NBC (1992– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, News
Long-running news-magazine/investigation series.
Stars: Lester Holt, Keith Morrison, Andrea Canning, Dennis Murphy
Votes: 2,546
39. Jackass: The Movie (2002)
R | 85 min | Documentary, Action, Comedy
Johnny Knoxville and his band of maniacs perform a variety of stunts and gross-out gags on the big screen for the first time.
Director: Jeff Tremaine | Stars: Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Chris Pontius, Steve-O
Votes: 90,910 | Gross: $64.26M
40. Shane (2022)
95 min | Documentary, Sport
This will present an intimate portrayal of Warne, the retired Australian cricketer and larger-than-life character whose reputation on and off the green pitch saw his fame transcend cricket.
Directors: David Alrich, Jon Carey, Jackie Munro | Stars: Shane Warne, Ed Sheeran, Chris Martin, Simone Warne
Votes: 368
41. Taylor Tomlinson: Look at You (2022)
TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, Comedy
Taylor is a girl struggling with mental health, grief and dating. Follow her journey as she shares an intimate look of her life in a hilarious way.
Director: Kristian Mercado | Star: Taylor Tomlinson
Votes: 887
42.
Untitled Kanye West Documentary (2022)
Episode:
Act II: Purpose
(2022)
Not Rated | 93 min | Documentary, Music
Kanye hustles to establish his voice at the label. When a car crash and broken jaw threaten it all, the unstoppable artist turns pain into platinum.
Directors: Coodie, Chike Ozah | Stars: Ye, Kevin Bacon, Yasiin Bey, Big V
Votes: 861
43. Gaming Wall St (2022– )
TV-MA | 114 min | Documentary
Explores the stock market frenzy of GameStop, and how a group of armchair investors and online vigilantes ultimately helped expose the dark underbelly of Wall Street.
Stars: Kieran Culkin, Ramona Ortega, Harvey Pitt, John Fichthorn
Votes: 298
44. The Puppet Master: Hunting the Ultimate Conman (2022)
TV-MA | 127 min | Documentary, Crime
In this harrowing docuseries, a cruel conman masquerading as a British spy manipulates and steals from his victims, leaving ruined families in his wake.
Stars: Charlie Ives, Stephen Corrall, Sophie Clifton, John Atkinson
Votes: 5,119
45. Don't F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer (2019)
TV-MA | 187 min | Documentary, Crime
A group of online justice seekers track down a guy who posted a video of himself killing kittens.
Stars: Deanna Thompson, John Green, Claudette Hamlin, Antonio Paradiso
Votes: 49,191
46. Ancient Aliens (2009– )
TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, Fantasy, History
Science and mythology - and how they are the same thing.
Stars: Robert Clotworthy, Giorgio A. Tsoukalos, David Childress, William Henry
Votes: 10,860
47. Roman Empire (2016– )
TV-MA | 48 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama
Chronicles some of the most famous leaders of the Roman Civilization.
Stars: Aaron Irvin, Corey Brennan, Jerry Toner, Steve West
Votes: 7,404
48. Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes (2022)
91 min | Documentary
Newly-discovered archive footage and witness accounts to lay bare the tragedy and heroic efforts made to prevent another explosion.
Director: James Jones
Votes: 97
49. Friends: The Reunion (2021 TV Special)
TV-14 | 104 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy
An unscripted Friends reunion special.
Directors: Russell Norman, Ben Winston | Stars: Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc
Votes: 56,746
50. Nathan for You (2013–2017)
TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy
Nathan Fielder uses his business degree and life experiences to help real small businesses turn a profit. But because of his unorthodox approach, Nathan's genuine efforts to do good often draw real people into an experience far beyond what they signed up for.
Stars: Nathan Fielder, Anthony Filosa, Brian S. Wolfe, Salomon Flores
Votes: 25,324