Top Rated Documentary TV Shows on Apple TV Plus

Prehistoric Planet

2022

Prehistoric Planet

2022
8.3
Experience the wonders of our world like never before in this epic series from Jon Favreau and the producers of Planet Earth. Travel back 66 million years to when majestic dinosaurs and extraordinary creatures roamed the lands, seas, and skies.
Tiny World

2020

Tiny World

2020
7.9
This docuseries showcases nature's lesser-known tiny heroes. Spotlighting small creatures and the extraordinary things they do to survive, each episode is filled with surprising stories and spectacular cinematography.
Long Way Round

2004

Long Way Round

2004
8.3
In 2004 Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman embarked on an epic challenge to bike 20,000-miles across 12 countries and 19 time zones in just 115 days. Watch as two friends ride around the world together and, against all the odds, realize their dream.
Messi's World Cup: The Rise of a Legend

2024

Messi's World Cup: The Rise of a Legend

2024
7.4
Follow the legend's epic journey through five World Cups, culminating in 2022's triumph. As the championship run unfolds, Messi shares some of his most personal reflections—on his national team career and the challenges he's faced.
Long Way Up

2020

Long Way Up

2020
7.4
Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman journey to glorious landscapes across South and Central America on the backs of prototype electric Harley-Davidsons in the third series of the epic motorcycle adventure saga.
Long Way Down

2007

Long Way Down

2007
8
Three years after Long Way Round, Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman set off on a 15,000-mile journey from the northernmost tip of Scotland to the southernmost tip of South Africa, mixing their love of motorcycles with the lure of far-flung roads.
Earth at Night in Color

2020

Earth at Night in Color

2020
8
Filmed across six continents, this docuseries uses cutting-edge camera technology to capture animals' nocturnal lives, revealing new behaviours filmed in full color like never before.
Real Madrid: Until the End

2023

Real Madrid: Until the End

2023
8.1
Step onto the field and go behind the scenes with the iconic soccer team for a look at their astonishing 2021–2022 season. Fueled by their fervent fans, they defy the odds and silence the skeptics.
The Enfield Poltergeist

2023

The Enfield Poltergeist

2023
6.2
Experience the chilling true story of the world's most famous poltergeist case through original audio recordings made inside the house as the events unfolded.
The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy

2023

The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy

2023
7.3
Award-winning actor and nervous explorer Eugene Levy steps out of his comfort zone for a whirlwind tour of the world's most beautiful and intriguing destinations.
1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything

2021

1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything

2021
7.7
An immersive, deep-dive docuseries rich with archival footage and interviews that explores the musicians and soundtracks that shaped the culture and politics of 1971.
They Call Me Magic

2022

They Call Me Magic

2022
7.2
Earvin “Magic” Johnson is an icon for the ages—from humble beginnings to the Dream Team to business titan. Featuring candid interviews with teammates, rivals, family, friends, and more, this docuseries charts the life and career of a legend.
The Secret Lives of Animals

2024

The Secret Lives of Animals

2024
7.8
Discover the clever and creative ways animals navigate life’s most extraordinary challenges, from leaving home to finding a partner.
STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces

2024

STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces

2024
7.8
Steve Martin is one of the most beloved and enigmatic figures in entertainment. Dive into his extraordinary story from two distinct points of view—past and present—as Martin reflects on how his beginnings led to his unexpectedly fulfilling life today.
Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson

2021

Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson

2021
7.4
Oscar and Grammy Award-winning producer and artist Mark Ronson explores the intersection of technology and musical innovation with his heroes and fellow hitmakers – including Paul McCartney, DJ Premier, Charli XCX, Dave Grohl, and Questlove.
Cowboy Cartel

2024

Cowboy Cartel

2024
7.2
When a rookie FBI agent uncovers a massive money laundering operation in American horse racing, he risks his life to take down the culprits: Mexico's deadliest cartel.
Big Beasts

2023

Big Beasts

2023
7.5
Travel from freezing poles to tropical rainforests to meet nature’s most captivating giants, who prove being big comes with enormous challenges.
Home

2020

Home

2020
7.5
A never-before-seen look inside the world’s most innovative homes with each episode unveiling the boundary-pushing imagination of the visionaries who dared to dream and build them.
Visible: Out on Television

2020

Visible: Out on Television

2020
7.1
Explore the history of the LGBTQ movement through the lens of TV in this five-part docuseries. Combining archival footage with new interviews, it looks at homophobia, invisibility, the evolution of LGBTQ characters, and coming out in the TV industry.
Earthsounds

2024

Earthsounds

2024
8.9
Immersive audio reveals the unexpected, unfamiliar, and untold ways in which animals communicate around the world.