Best Documentaries The truth hurts. But sometimes it’s inspirational, scary, sad, funny or anywhere in between. Experience it all with our best documentary series and movies.

Critically Acclaimed Documentaries Nature, sports, crime, music and so much more. These critically acclaimed documentaries showcase a wide range of stories that are as captivating as they are true.

Award-winning Documentaries 48 Hours Our Great National Parks Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial

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What To Watch 25 Documentaries to Stream, from Deep Dives to Celebrity Spotlights Immerse yourself in these fascinating real-life stories.

Social & Cultural Documentaries Some stories are too riveting to be true – yet they are. These documentaries tackle some deeply important topics, from war to politics to sports and so much more.

Celebrate Black History with Documentaries About Icons and Phenomenons Zoom in on Michelle Obama, Bill Russell, Marsha P. Johnson, Beyoncé, and other moment makers.

Biographical Documentaries Discover something new on Netflix — from local favorites to global phenomenons. New shows and movies arrive every week so you’ll never run out of something to watch.

Among this year’s winners are six Netflix titles — four documentaries and two scripted series — that tell compelling stories that unfold in far-flung settings and local watering holes alike, painting indelible …

Team USA won big at the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. Hockey players like Jack Hughes, figure skaters, skiers, and more brought home gold. Watch these documentaries on …