Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "docuseries-documentary"

1. The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst (2015–2024)

TV-14 | 45 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime

Filmmaker Andrew Jarecki examines the complicated life of reclusive real estate icon Robert Durst, the key suspect in a series of unsolved crimes.

Stars: Robert Durst, Andrew Jarecki, Dick DeGuerin, Charles Bagli

Votes: 51,982

2. Welcome to Wrexham (2022– )

TV-MA | 28 min | Documentary, Sport

Docuseries chronicling the purchase and stewardship of Wrexham AFC, one of professional football's oldest clubs, by two Hollywood actors, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.

Stars: Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney, Wrexham A.F.C., Humphrey Ker

Votes: 20,285

3. Dark Side of the Ring (2019– )

TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Drama, History

From backstage controversies to mysterious deaths and unsolved homicides, this series explores the darkest stories from the golden age of professional wrestling, and tries to find truth at the intersection of fantasy and reality.

Stars: Chris Jericho, Steve Kasan, James E. Cornette, Howard Shefman

Votes: 3,886

4. Wild Wild Country (2018)

TV-MA | 67 min | Documentary, Crime

When Osho, the world's most controversial guru, builds an Utopian city deep in the Oregon country, conflict with the locals escalates into a national scandal.

Stars: Ma Anand Sheela, Philip Toelkes, Jane Stork, George Meredith

Votes: 35,201

5. Planet Earth II (2016)

TV-G | 50 min | Documentary

David Attenborough returns with a new wildlife documentary that shows life in a variety of habitats.

Stars: David Attenborough, Chadden Hunter, Gordon Buchanan, Sandesh Kadur

Votes: 158,702

6. Formula 1: Drive to Survive (2019– )

TV-MA | 40 min | Documentary, Sport

Docuseries following the FIA Formula One World Championship across multiple seasons.

Stars: Will Buxton, Jack Nicholls, Daniel Ricciardo, Lewis Hamilton

Votes: 51,093

7. Nathan for You (2013–2017)

TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy

Nathan Fielder uses his business degree and life experiences to help real small businesses turn a profit. But because of his unorthodox approach, Nathan's genuine efforts to do good often draw real people into an experience far beyond what they signed up for.

Stars: Nathan Fielder, Anthony Filosa, Salomon Flores, William Heath

Votes: 38,615

8. The Last Dance (2020)

TV-MA | 49 min | Documentary, Biography, History

Led by Michael Jordan, the 1990s Chicago Bulls establish themselves as one of the most notable dynasties in sports history.

Stars: Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, Scottie Pippen, David Aldridge

Votes: 152,791

9. Rise of Empires: Ottoman (2020–2022)

TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Drama, History

Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II wages an epic campaign to take the Byzantine capital of Constantinople and shapes the course of history for centuries.

Stars: Cem Yigit Uzümoglu, Tuba Büyüküstün, Alp Ilkman, Ushan Çakir

Votes: 33,095

10. The Beatles: Get Back (2021)

PG-13 | 156 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

In January 1969, The Beatles set out to write and record new songs for their first live show in more than two years, culminating in an impromptu concert atop their Savile Row studio.

Votes: 28,234

11. Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey (2014)

TV-PG | 43 min | Documentary

An exploration of our discovery of the laws of nature and coordinates in space and time.

Stars: Neil deGrasse Tyson, Christopher Emerson, Keythe Farley, Piotr Michael

Votes: 129,039

12. Air Crash Investigation (2003– )

TV-14 | 45 min | Documentary, Crime, History

Dramatized reconstruction of real-life air disasters, along with interviews with aviation experts and eyewitnesses.

Stars: Jonathan Aris, Stephen Bogaert, John Cox, John Nance

Votes: 5,926

13. Evil Lives Here (2016– )

TV-14 | 43 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime

A TV series where individuals share their perspectives of loved ones who committed horrific crimes.

Stars: Frank Di Napoli, James M. Reilly, T.J. Craig, Robert Levey II

Votes: 1,844

14. Ancient Aliens (2009– )

TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, History, Sci-Fi

Science and mythology - and how they are the same thing.

Stars: Robert Clotworthy, Giorgio A. Tsoukalos, David Childress, William Henry

Votes: 12,591

15. The Vietnam War (2017)

TV-MA | 99 min | Documentary, History, War

A comprehensive history of the United States' involvement in the bitterly divisive armed conflict in Southeast Asia.

Stars: Peter Coyote, Huy Duc, James Willbanks, Duong Van Mai Elliott

Votes: 28,073

16. Planet Earth (2006)

TV-PG | 49 min | Documentary, Family

A documentary series on the wildlife found on Earth. Each episode covers a different habitat: deserts, mountains, deep oceans, shallow seas, forests, caves, polar regions, fresh water, plains and jungles. Narrated by David Attenborough.

Stars: Sigourney Weaver, David Attenborough, Nikolay Drozdov, Thomas Anguti Johnston

Votes: 220,681

17. The Rehearsal (2022– )

TV-MA | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy

Nathan Fielder gives people a chance to rehearse for their own lives in a world where nothing ever works out as expected.

Stars: Nathan Fielder, Journey Baker, Anna Lamadrid, Sawyer J. Bell

Votes: 26,096

18. Our Planet (2019–2023)

TV-PG | 50 min | Documentary

Explores and unravels the mystery of how and why animals migrate, showing some of the most dramatic and compelling stories in the natural world through spectacular and innovative cinematography.

Star: David Attenborough

Votes: 51,530

19. Somebody Feed Phil (2018– )

TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Adventure

Phil travels around the world sampling food and tradition with friends and a sense of humor.

Stars: Phil Rosenthal, Monica Horan, Lily Rosenthal, Rich Rosenthal

Votes: 6,827

20. The World at War (1973–1974)

TV-PG | 50 min | Documentary, History, War

A groundbreaking 26-part documentary series narrated by the actor Laurence Olivier about the deadliest conflict in history, World War II.

Stars: Laurence Olivier, Averell Harriman, Anthony Eden, Albert Speer

Votes: 29,766

21. Roman Empire (2016–2019)

TV-MA | 48 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama

Chronicles some of the most famous leaders of the Roman Civilization.

Stars: Aaron Irvin, Corey Brennan, Jerry Toner, Steve West

Votes: 9,392

22. Don't F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer (2019)

TV-MA | 62 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery

A group of online justice seekers track down a guy who posted a video of himself killing kittens.

Stars: Deanna Thompson, John Green, Claudette Hamlin, Anna Yourkin

Votes: 62,441

23. Making a Murderer (2015–2018)

TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Crime

Filmed over a 10-year period, Steven Avery, a DNA exoneree who, while in the midst of exposing corruption in local law enforcement, finds himself the prime suspect in a grisly new crime.

Stars: Steven Avery, Dolores Avery, Laura Nirider, Allan Avery

Votes: 102,975

24. Queen Cleopatra (2023)

TV-14 | 45 min | Documentary, Drama

Netflix docudrama about Queen Cleopatra of Egypt of the Ptolemaic lineage from Macedonia, Greece, that ruled for 21 years, between the years 51 BC and 30 BC, ending with her suicide.

Stars: Jada Pinkett Smith, Adele James, Craig Russell, John Partridge

Votes: 84,113

25. Forensic Files (1996–2011)

TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Crime

A series featuring detailed accounts on how notable crimes and diseases were solved through forensic science.

Stars: Peter Thomas, Tom Bevel, Skip Palenik, Lowell Levine

Votes: 7,291

26. Limitless (2022)

TV-14 | 50 min | Documentary, Adventure

A different way we can live better for longer: regenerating damage, maximizing strength, building resilience, shocking the body, supercharging memory and confronting mortality.

Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Peter Attia, Elsa Pataky, Luke Zocchi

Votes: 4,173

27. How to with John Wilson (2020–2023)

TV-MA | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy

An anxious New Yorker attempts to give everyday advice while dealing with his own personal issues.

Stars: John Wilson, Kyle MacLachlan, Niko Nelson, Justin A. Martell

Votes: 13,389

28. The Civil War (1990)

TV-14 | 76 min | Documentary, History, War

A comprehensive survey of the American Civil War.

Stars: David McCullough, Sam Waterston, Julie Harris, Jason Robards

Votes: 18,594

29. 30 for 30 (2009– )

TV-G | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History

A collection of documentary films focused on sports.

Stars: Brent Musburger, Chuck D, Larry Bird, William C. Rhoden

Votes: 5,554

30. Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013–2018)

TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, Adventure

Anthony Bourdain visits countries, delving into their political issues as well as indigenous food and culture.

Stars: Anthony Bourdain, Tom Vitale, David Scott Holloway, Eric Ripert

Votes: 6,940

31. The Staircase (2004–2018)

TV-MA | 629 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama

The high-profile murder trial of American novelist Michael Peterson following the death of his wife Kathleen Peterson in 2001.

Stars: Michael Peterson, David Rudolf, Ron Guerette, Martha Ratliff

Votes: 27,271

32. The Curious Case of Natalia Grace (2023–2024)

TV-14 | 42 min | Documentary, Biography, Mystery

This docuseries offers extraordinary access and exclusive insight into a world-renowned mystery. Initially assumed to be a 6-year-old Ukrainian orphan with a rare bone growth disorder she was actually a fully grown adult.

Stars: Dan Cody, Beth Karas, Michael Barnett, Caitlin McEachran

Votes: 3,870

33. Tiger King (2020–2021)

TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime

A rivalry between big cat eccentrics takes a dark turn when Joe Exotic, a controversial animal park boss, is caught in a murder-for-hire plot.

Stars: Joe Exotic, Carole Baskin, John Reinke, Jeff Lowe

Votes: 87,114

34. Life on Our Planet (2023– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary

The incredible story of life's epic, four-billion-year journey on Earth comes alive in this series from Steven Spielberg and the team behind "Our Planet."

Star: Morgan Freeman

Votes: 5,479

35. Prehistoric Planet (2022–2023)

TV-PG | 203 min | Documentary, Animation, History

Travel back 66 million years to when majestic dinosaurs and extraordinary creatures roamed the lands, seas, and skies.

Star: David Attenborough

Votes: 10,707

36. Unsolved Mysteries (2020– )

TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery

Immersive, character-driven stories are rooted in the experiences of ordinary people who have lived the unthinkable. Families, detectives and journalists hope viewers hold the clues to solving these mysteries.

Stars: Thom Reed, Allison Rivera, Mary Murphy, Brandi Petersen

Votes: 12,480

37. Chef's Table (2015–2019)

TV-MA | 50 min | Documentary, Biography

Chef's Table goes inside the lives and kitchens of six of the world's most renowned international chefs. Each episode focuses on a single chef and their unique look at their lives, talents and passion from their piece of culinary heaven.

Stars: Massimo Bottura, Ruth Reichl, Francis Mallmann, Bill Buford

Votes: 17,059

38. Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy (2021–2022)

TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Adventure

Stanley Tucci travels across Italy to discover the secrets and delights of the country's regional cuisines.

Stars: Stanley Tucci, Felicity Blunt, Massimo Bottura, Tess Masazza

Votes: 3,074

39. Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones (2023)

TV-14 | 39 min | Documentary, Adventure

Travel around the world with author Dan Buettner to discover five unique communities where people live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives.

Stars: Dan Buettner, Marion Nestle

Votes: 3,259

40. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (2005–2012)

TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Adventure, Reality-TV

Anthony Bourdain, chef, writer, traveler, visits places all around the world sampling various foods.

Stars: Anthony Bourdain, Tom Vitale, Zamir Gotta, Todd Liebler

Votes: 7,899

41. How It's Made (2001–2019)

TV-G | 24 min | Documentary

Television series that documents how various everyday products are made.

Stars: Brooks Moore, Tony Hirst, Lynne Adams, Lynn Herzeg

Votes: 8,216

42. Grand Designs (1999– )

TV-G | 50 min | Documentary, Reality-TV

Kevin McCloud follows people as they build their dream house, often focusing on modern design, energy efficiency, maximizing space and views.

Stars: Kevin McCloud, Jeremy Till, Robert Gaukroger, Deborah Sheridan-Taylor

Votes: 3,524

43. Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal (2023)

TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Crime

Shocking tragedies shatter a tight-knit South Carolina community and expose the horrifying secrets of its most powerful family.

Stars: Morgan Doughty, Anthony Cook, Valerie Bauerlein, Miley Altman

Votes: 10,860

44. Long Way Round (2004–2010)

TV-PG | 32 min | Documentary, Adventure

Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman embark on a grueling quest to motorbike from London to New York. Going east through Europe, Asia and then to Alaska, they experience different cultures and have to overcome the elements and adversity.

Stars: Ewan McGregor, Charley Boorman, David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

Votes: 15,300

45. Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets (2023)

16+ | 45 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime

Docuseries exploring the truth beneath the surface of reality TV's mega-family, The Duggars.

Stars: Derick Dillard, Jill Duggar Dillard, Brooke Arnold, Kristin Kobes Du Mez

Votes: 4,425

46. Arnold (2023)

TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, Biography

Follows the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger, from his days of lifting weights to his successes in Hollywood, his time serving as governor of California, and both the joys and volatility of his family life.

Stars: Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Cameron, Sylvester Stallone, Ken Waller

Votes: 21,829

47. Telemarketers (2023)

TV-MA | 58 min | Documentary

Follows former telemarketing employees Pat Pespas and Sam Lipman-Stern, two longtime office friends who find themselves hot on the trail of a sobering look at the ugly side of American capitalism and the abuse of customer trust.

Stars: Brian Goetz, Pat Pespas, Jonah Lipman-Stern, Mr. Smyth

Votes: 4,394

48. Adam Ruins Everything (2015–2019)

TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Animation, Comedy

Iconoclastic Adam Conover from CollegeHumor turns life as we know it on its ear by showing us how unnecessary, and sometimes horrible, things we think we know to be real and true really are.

Stars: Adam Conover, Adam Lustick, Emily Axford, Amos Vernon

Votes: 7,462

49. Inside the World's Toughest Prisons (2016–2023)

TV-MA | 47 min | Documentary

Imagine being in jail. Now imagine living in a foreign country. Scary? Paul Connelly takes you inside these jails. He shows what living conditions are for the inmates, as well as the guards. You'll never look at prison the same.

Stars: Raphael Rowe, Paul Connelly, Marios El Khoury

Votes: 4,030

50. 9/11: One Day in America (2021)

TV-MA | 50 min | Documentary, History

In official collaboration with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, this documentary series take viewers through harrowing moments of the historic morning of September 11, 2001.

Stars: Joseph Pfeifer, Mickey Kross, Jay Jonas, William Toti

Votes: 4,564