Popular Documentary Movies on Netflix - Page 13

Ghosts of Sugar Land

2019

Ghosts of Sugar Land

2019
5.6
Shocked when their friend embraces extremism, a group of Muslim Americans in Texas recount their time with him and theories about his fate.
Our Planet: Behind the Scenes

2019

Our Planet: Behind the Scenes

2019
7.6
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.
Nowitzki: The Perfect Shot

2014

Nowitzki: The Perfect Shot

2014
7.4
This documentary chronicles the life story of the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki and his inspiring journey from Germany to superstardom in the NBA.
Cocaine Cowboys 2

2008

Cocaine Cowboys 2

2008
6.7
Set in 1991 on the inner-city streets of Oakland, California, cocaine dealer Charles Cosby has his life is changed forever when he writes a fan letter to the "Cocaine Godmother" Griselda Blanco, who is serving time at a nearby federal prison. Six months later, Cosby is a multi-millionaire, Blanco's lover, and the head of her $40 million a year cocaine business.
ReMastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke

2019

ReMastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke

2019
6.8
This investigation examines the mysterious shooting of soul icon Sam Cooke, whose death silenced one of the most vital voices in the civil rights movement.
Springsteen On Broadway

2018

Springsteen On Broadway

2018
8
Bruce Springsteen shares personal stories from his life and acoustic versions of some of his best-known songs in an intimate one-man show.
Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare

2024

Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare

2024
6.7
Kirat falls for a man she meets online, only to get swept up in a virtual relationship that upends her life for years, in this shocking documentary.
Trevor Noah: Where Was I

2023

Trevor Noah: Where Was I

2023
5.9
Trevor Noah recounts his amusing travels around the world, from foreign national anthems to different cultural norms.
Murder by the Coast

2021

Murder by the Coast

2021
6.3
In 1999, teen Rocío Wanninkhof is murdered. Her mother's ex-partner, Dolores Vázquez, is suspected. Did she do it? A second victim reveals the truth.
Nail Bomber: Manhunt

2021

Nail Bomber: Manhunt

2021
6.6
This documentary examines the 1999 London bombings that targeted Black, Bangladeshi and gay communities, and the race to find the far-right perpetrator. He terrorized a city, seeking to ignite a race war but justice was served by those who wouldn't let his hate win.
Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids

2016

Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids

2016
7.4
On the final nights of a world tour, director Jonathan Demme captures what makes the show soar: gifted musicians, deft dancers and a magnetic star.
Eldorado: Everything the Nazis Hate

2023

Eldorado: Everything the Nazis Hate

2023
7.4
A glittery nightclub in 1920s Berlin becomes a haven for the queer community in this documentary exploring the freedoms lost amid Hitler’s rise to power.
Untold: Breaking Point

2021

Untold: Breaking Point

2021
7.6
Under pressure to continue a winning tradition in American tennis, Mardy Fish faced mental health challenges that changed his life on and off the court.
Strip Down, Rise Up

2021

Strip Down, Rise Up

2021
6.9
The feature documentary follows women of all walks of life, all ages and ethnic backgrounds, as they shed trauma, body image shame, sexual abuse and other issues locked in their bodies, and embark on a journey to reclaim themselves. The film also gives a rare window into the world of Pole artistry and expression.
The Two Escobars

2010

The Two Escobars

2010
7.3
Pablo Escobar was the richest, most powerful drug kingpin in the world, ruling the Medellin Cartel with an iron fist. Andres Escobar was the biggest soccer star in Colombia. The two were not related, but their fates were inextricably-and fatally-intertwined. Pablo's drug money had turned Andres' national team into South American champions, favored to win the 1994 World Cup in Los Angeles. It was there, in a game against the U.S., that Andres committed one of the most shocking mistakes in soccer history, scoring an "own goal" that eliminated his team from the competition and ultimately cost him his life. The Two Escobars is a riveting examination of the intersection of sports, crime, and politics.
Skandal! Bringing Down Wirecard

2022

Skandal! Bringing Down Wirecard

2022
7.5
Upstart payment firm Wirecard wowed the financial industry with its runaway success — until a tenacious team of journalists exposed massive fraud.
Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food

2023

Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food

2023
7.1
Through revealing interviews with experts and victims' families, this gripping documentary examines the problem of deadly foodborne illness in the US.
Lewis Capaldi: How I'm Feeling Now

2023

Lewis Capaldi: How I'm Feeling Now

2023
7.6
An intimate, all-access documentary that will chronicle Lewis Capaldi's journey from a scrappy teen with a viral performance to a Grammy-nominated pop star.
Untold: The Rise and Fall of AND1

2022

Untold: The Rise and Fall of AND1

2022
7.3
Inspired by New York City streetball, influential brand AND1 turned local legends on the court into international icons. So why did it come to an end?
El Pepe: A Supreme Life

2019

El Pepe: A Supreme Life

2019
7.3
A documentary on the life of Uruguayan politician and former guerrilla fighter José Mujica.