Documentary Movies on Netflix
Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea
2026
star 8Never-before-seen footage and survivor accounts trace the 2012 shipwreck of a luxury cruise and the disaster that ensued, in this immersive documentary.The Crash
2026
The Crash
2026
star 6.9A teen slams her car into a building, killing her boyfriend and his friend. What seems like a tragic accident becomes a murder case.Miguel Ángel Blanco: Las 48 horas que lo cambiaron todo
2026
star 7.7This documentary explores how Miguel Ángel Blanco's 1997 abduction turned fear into collective resistance and shaped Spain's fright Against ETA terrorism.BTS: THE RETURN
2026
BTS: THE RETURN
2026
star 8.4They're back! BTS gathers in LA to record their album "Arirang" in this documentary offering unprecedented access to the band as they enter a new era.Maternal Instinct
2026
Maternal Instinct
2026
star 7.2Police pull over a woman who claims she just gave birth. But the baby — and the blood — aren't hers. Twisted lies unravel in this true-crime documentary.Cover-Up
2025
Cover-Up
2025
star 7.1He's devoted his career to uncovering stories the powerful want buried. From My Lai to Abu Ghraib, dig into the life's work of journalist Seymour Hersh.Jamie Vardy
2026
Jamie Vardy
2026
star 7.3From part-time footballer to Premier League legend, this is the story of Jamie Vardy's unprecedented path and his rise to the top against all odds.One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5
2026
star 7.3An inside look at the years of effort and craft that went into the final installment of the Duffer Brothers' generation-defining series.BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG
2026
star 8.8BTS is back. The iconic group returns to the stage for a live reunion concert to perform legendary hits and unveil brand-new tracks.Skyscraper Live
2026
Skyscraper Live
2026
star 7.6No ropes. No fear. Free solo legend Alex Honnold risks it all in a high-stakes, live ascent of one of the world's tallest skyscrapers in Taipei, Taiwan.A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough
2026
star 7.7Veteran naturalist Sir David Attenborough tells the story of a remarkable group of gorillas, from his first encounter in the '70s to the present day.David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
2020
star 8.4The story of life on our planet by the man who has seen more of the natural world than any other. In more than 90 years, Attenborough has visited every continent on the globe, exploring the wild places of our planet and documenting the living world in all its variety and wonder. Addressing the biggest challenges facing life on our planet, the film offers a powerful message of hope for future generations.Marty, Life Is Short
2026
Marty, Life Is Short
2026
star 8.1Martin Short looks back on a life fueled by joy in this documentary with classic clips, fresh interviews and star-studded, never-before-seen home movies.Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere
2026
star 6.6With rare access and no holds barred, the acclaimed documentarian investigates a growing ultra-masculine network and its controversial influencers.Jackass 4.5
2022
Jackass 4.5
2022
star 6.4Through outrageous, never-before-seen footage, witness the making of the Jackass crew's last go at wild stunts.The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson
2026
star 7.4An intimate, arresting portrait of cyclist Moriah Wilson—raised by a fierce, loving family—whose singular drive becomes her superpower, carrying her to athletic brilliance and, devastatingly, toward a life cut short by murder.Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story
2025
star 6.2Unravel the case of Utah therapist Jodi Hildebrandt, whose child abuse arrest with parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke exposed a twisted tale of manipulation.Chris & Martina: The Final Set
2026
star 7.2Tennis legends Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova reflect on their parallel journeys to sports stardom while delving into their rivalry and friendship, especially as the duo continue to support each other through their shared experience of cancer treatment.The Social Dilemma
2020
The Social Dilemma
2020
star 7.5This documentary-drama hybrid explores the dangerous human impact of social networking, with tech experts sounding the alarm on their own creations.Noah Kahan: Out of Body
2026
star 8.3After rocketing to global fame, singer-songwriter Noah Kahan returns to his Vermont roots to get back in tune with himself.
