Top Rated Documentary Movies on Netflix - Page 28

Patria

2019

Patria

2019
7
Paco Ignacio Taibo II brings his book trilogy to life, highlighting Mexico's history in 1854-1867, a period he considers foundational to the country.
Ayotzinapa: The Turtle's Pace

2018

Ayotzinapa: The Turtle's Pace

2018
6.1
A film about the 43 students from Ayotzinapa who disappeared.
The U Part 2

2014

The U Part 2

2014
7.7
Part 2 picks up where the original film left off, with the program trying to recover from the devastation left by NCAA sanctions and scandals that had some calling for the school to drop football. The Hurricanes rose from those ashes to win another national championship, only to face new controversies when a booster used a Ponzi scheme to win favor with the program.
State of Silence

2024

State of Silence

2024
7.2
A compelling look at the dangerous, continuing risks committed journalists face in Mexico, where reporting on their country’s corruption and “narco politics” has led to the silencing and killing of some of their peers.
Creating a Universe - The Making of Rebel Moon

2024

Creating a Universe - The Making of Rebel Moon

2024
6
Go behind the scenes with director Zack Snyder and the cast and crew of his epic sci-fi saga as they bring a vast new sci-fi universe to the screen.
Making Athena

2022

Making Athena

2022
7.5
The making of ATHENA covers the entire production of the film and gives us an in-depth perspective of the scenes that everyone is talking about, from the 12-minute long shot sequence to the scene that sent the cameraman 30 meters above the ground. Highlights include how Romain Gavras brought his vision to the screen, along with his co-writer Ladj Ly and Dali Benssalah (Abdel) and how the music, composed by GENER8TION, plays a unique role to make ATHENA a modern tragedy.
LiSA Another Great Day

2022

LiSA Another Great Day

2022
7.7
Glimpse into the world of the songstress known as the "Rock Heroine" as she reflects on the first decade of her career and looks to the future.
Making The Billion Dollar Code

2021

Making The Billion Dollar Code

2021
6.3
In this featurette, ART + COM members join the cast and crew of the show to discuss its factual basis and the development of the court case.
Making of House of Flying Daggers

2004

Making of House of Flying Daggers

2004
6.8
Main Characters/Performers: 1. Xiao Mei - first appearing as new star dancer in lavish Peony Pavilion brothel, Mei is believed to be the blind daughter of a rebel group's recently assassinated leader- played by Zhang Ziyi . 2. Jin - police captain in the ruling Tang emperor's service, enlisted by his superior Leo to play the role of double agent by helping Mei escape and getting her to lead him - and government troops - to the rebel stronghold - played by Takeshi Kaneshiro. 3. Leo - introduced as a high ranking policeman in the Tang emperor's service, Leo turns out to a mole planted years earlier by the rebels working to overthrow the corrupt ruling Tang government - played by Andy Lau.
Alex Fernández: The Best Comedian in the World

2020

Alex Fernández: The Best Comedian in the World

2020
5.5
Comic Alex Fernández performs his familiar autobiographical stories but goes a little deeper this time with a tender tale about one of his six siblings.
Deion's Double Play

2019

Deion's Double Play

2019
6.3
An overview of Deion "Prime Time" Sanders' attempt to play in both an NFL and MLB game in the same day.
George Lopez: Why You Crying?

2005

George Lopez: Why You Crying?

2005
9
Stand-up comic George Lopez uses his childhood experiences growing up Latino in the San Fernando Valley as a platform for nonstop humor. The funnyman takes you on a liberating journey as he hysterically dissects his life growing up in Los Angeles. Reminiscing about the unique quirks in Mexican culture, George tackles such topics as family relationships, insecurities, sexuality, drinking and language.
Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story

2025

Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story

2025
4.4
Go behind the scenes of Märtha Louise and Shaman Durek Verrett's relationship in the lead-up to their divisive wedding in Norway.
RRR: Behind & Beyond

2024

RRR: Behind & Beyond

2024
6.4
An in-depth look at the making of S.S. Rajamouli's magnum opus, RRR, with behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews. Explores the vision, challenges, and dedication involved in creating this cinematic phenomenon.
Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale

2024

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale

2024
4.6
Celebrated actor Nayanthara looks back on her journey towards love and superstardom amidst personal struggles and triumphs in this intimate documentary.
The White House Effect

2024

The White House Effect

2024
4.8
Exploring the dramatic origin story of the climate crisis and how a political battle in the George H.W. Bush administration changed the course of history.
Full Circle

2023

Full Circle

2023
6.4
Faced with a traumatic injury that renders you permanently disabled; how would you reinvent yourself? Full Circle tells the story of Trevor Kennison and Barry Corbet’s shared resiliency and refusal to let their passion for life be limited by Spinal Cord Injury. It is an unblinking examination of the challenges of Spinal Cord Injury, and a celebration of the growth that such tragedy can catalyze.
Making The Witcher: Blood Origin

2022

Making The Witcher: Blood Origin

2022
4
Venture behind the scenes with the stars and creators of "The Witcher: Blood Origin" in an illuminating look at the lore, music, world-building and more.
Harley & Katya

2022

Harley & Katya

2022
7.6
A feature Documentary about Indigenous Australian figure skater Harley Windsor and his young Russian pair skating partner Ekaterina Alexandrovskaya. This unlikely duo made history, but at what cost?
Indigo Girls: It's Only Life After All

2024

Indigo Girls: It's Only Life After All

2024
8.4
An intimate look into the lives of one of the most iconic folk-rock bands in America - the Indigo Girls. With never-before-seen archival and intimate vérité the film dives into the songwriting and storytelling of the music that transformed a generation.