Popular Documentary Movies on Netflix - Page 24

My Heroes Were Cowboys

2021

My Heroes Were Cowboys

2021
6.3
Robin Wiltshire's painful childhood was rescued by Westerns. Now he lives on the frontier of his dreams, training the horses he loves for the big screen.
Sisters on Track

2021

Sisters on Track

2021
7.3
Three track star sisters face obstacles in life and in competition as they pursue Junior Olympic dreams in this extraordinary coming of age journey.
Higuita: The Way of the Scorpion

2023

Higuita: The Way of the Scorpion

2023
8
From humble origins to soccer legend, this documentary captures the rise of Colombia’s René Higuita, from iconic career to personal controversies.
Lessons from a School Shooting: Notes from Dunblane

2018

Lessons from a School Shooting: Notes from Dunblane

2018
5.8
In the wake of the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre that took the lives of 20 first graders and their teachers, local clergymen Father Bob Weiss receives a letter from a fellow priest in Dunblane, Scotland, whose community suffered an eerily similar fate in 1996. From across the Atlantic, the two priests forge a poignant bond through the shared experience of trauma and healing.
Camarón: The Film

2018

Camarón: The Film

2018
6.8
This documentary looks back on the life of legendary flamenco singer Camarón, who went from humble roots to rock star status to a tragic early death.
My Next Guest with David Letterman and Volodymyr Zelenskyy

2022

My Next Guest with David Letterman and Volodymyr Zelenskyy

2022
7
David Letterman journeys to Kyiv, Ukraine for a stirring, personal and in-depth conversation with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Special of "My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman"(commonly referred to as "My Next Guest") the talk show hosted by David Letterman.
Making All Quiet on the Western Front

2022

Making All Quiet on the Western Front

2022
6.5
Go behind the scenes of Edward Berger’s WWI epic and see how the cast and crew crafted its amazing authenticity — from the sets to the SFX prosthetics.
Hans Zimmer: Hollywood Rebel

2022

Hans Zimmer: Hollywood Rebel

2022
7.1
An in-depth look of the 40 year journey, from post-war Germany to Hollywood royalty, of Hans Zimmer, the man who’s become the dominant force in the world of movie soundtracks. His film credits include The Lion King, Rain Man, Pirates of The Caribbean, Gladiator, The Dark Knight Trilogy, 12 Year A Slave, The Thin Red Line, The Da Vinci Code and Dune.
Christina P: Mom Genes

2022

Christina P: Mom Genes

2022
6.8
Comedian Christina P examines the joys and drags of parenting, partnering and more through a no-nonsense Gen-X lens in this special.
100 Days with Tata

2021

100 Days with Tata

2021
7.1
During the pandemic, actor Miguel Ángel Muñoz documents his 100-plus days living in a tiny flat with his beloved Tata, 95, who becomes an Instagram star.
The Turnaround

2024

The Turnaround

2024
7.5
A devoted Philadelphia Phillies fan inspires his city to give a struggling shortstop a game-changing standing ovation in this rousing short documentary.
Private Network: Who Killed Manuel Buendía?

2021

Private Network: Who Killed Manuel Buendía?

2021
7.3
An account of the life and work of the famous Mexican journalist Manuel Buendía (1926-84) that seeks to unravel his murder and the links between Mexican politics and drug trafficking.
Rafa Márquez: El Capitán

2024

Rafa Márquez: El Capitán

2024
7.3
The Mexican defender recounts wins and losses in the world of football and beyond, revealing an intimate look into his dreams, detours and determination.
Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution

2024

Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution

2024
6.2
This rapturous documentary steps into the dynamic world of queer stand-up and examines the powerful cultural influence it has had on social change in America. The film combines rare archival materials, stand-up performances, and interviews with a show-stopping lineup to present a definitive history of queer comedy.
Spelling the Dream

2020

Spelling the Dream

2020
7
Since 1999, 18 of the last 22 winners of the Scripps National Spelling Bee have been Indian-American, making the incredible trend one of the longest in sports history. “Breaking the Bee” is a feature-length documentary that explores and celebrates this new dynasty while following four students, ages 7 to 14, as they vie for the title of spelling bee champion.
Night on Earth: Shot in the Dark

2020

Night on Earth: Shot in the Dark

2020
5.9
This look behind the scenes shows how worldwide camera crews climbed, dived and froze to capture the documentary's groundbreaking night footage.
After the Raid

2019

After the Raid

2019
5.6
A large immigration raid in a small Tennessee town leaves emotional fallout as well as far-reaching questions about justice, faith and humanity.
The Guv'nor

2016

The Guv'nor

2016
6.7
A feature documentary about the life of Lenny McLean, as seen through the eyes of his only son, Jamie.
The Order of Myths

2008

The Order of Myths

2008
6.1
In 2007 Mobile, Alabama, Mardi Gras is celebrated... and complicated. Following a cast of characters, parades, and parties across an enduring color line, we see that beneath the surface of pageantry lies something else altogether.
Norman's Rare Guitars Documentary

2024

Norman's Rare Guitars Documentary

2024
4
A well renowned institution where legends jam, and find inspiration. A chronicles of the shop's spirit as Norman, its beloved founder, faces retirement, marking a turning point for this cultural haven.