Documentaries
by JAGatsby | created - 28 Oct 2013 | updated - 22 Nov 2014 | PublicDocumentaries I've seen, ranked from best to worst.
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1. It's a Girl! (2012)
Not Rated | 64 min | Documentary
Every year in India and China, millions of babies are killed, neglected or abandoned simply because they are girls.
Director: Evan Grae Davis
Votes: 535
2. Searching for Sugar Man (2012)
PG-13 | 86 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Two South Africans set out to discover what happened to their unlikely musical hero, the mysterious 1970s rock n roller, Rodriguez.
Director: Malik Bendjelloul | Stars: Rodriguez, Stephen 'Sugar' Segerman, Dennis Coffey, Mike Theodore
Votes: 72,923 | Gross: $3.97M
3. Food, Inc. (2008)
PG | 94 min | Documentary, News
An unflattering look inside America's corporate controlled food industry.
Director: Robert Kenner | Stars: Michael Pollan, Eric Schlosser, Richard Lobb, Vince Edwards
Votes: 52,227 | Gross: $4.42M
4. Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart (2011 Video)
125 min | Action, Biography, Sport
The story of the on screen and off screen rivalry between Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels.
Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart, Jim Ross, Pamela Anderson
Votes: 362
5. The Imposter (2012)
R | 99 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
A documentary centered on a young man in Spain who claims to a grieving Texas family that he is their 16-year-old son who has been missing for 3 years.
Director: Bart Layton | Stars: Adam O'Brian, Nicholas Barclay, Carey Gibson, Bryan Gibson
Votes: 50,472 | Gross: $0.89M
6. The Summit (II) (2012)
R | 95 min | Documentary
The story of the deadliest day on the world's most dangerous mountain, when 11 climbers mysteriously perished on K2.
Director: Nick Ryan | Stars: Christine Barnes, Hoselito Bite, Walter Bonatti, Marco Confortola
Votes: 5,428 | Gross: $0.22M
7. Food Matters (2008)
Not Rated | 80 min | Documentary
Food Matters examines how the food we eat can help or hurt our health. Nutritionists, naturopaths, doctors, and journalists weigh in on such topics as organic food, food safety, raw foodism, and nutritional therapy.
Directors: James Colquhoun, Carlo Ledesma | Stars: Vicky Blewitt, Ian Brighthope, Jerome Burne, Phillip Day
Votes: 4,812
8. Blackfish (2013)
PG-13 | 83 min | Documentary
A documentary following the controversial captivity of killer whales, and its dangers for both humans and whales.
Director: Gabriela Cowperthwaite | Stars: Tilikum, Dave Duffus, Samantha Berg, Dean Gomersall
Votes: 72,468 | Gross: $2.07M
9. Schooled: The Price of College Sports (2013)
Not Rated | 85 min | Documentary, History, Sport
A documentary that examines how college sports in America became a billion dollar enterprise built on the backs of its unpaid athletes.
Directors: Ross Finkel, Trevor Martin, Jon Paley | Stars: Kevin Anderson, Jay Bilas, Taylor Branch, Bob Costas
Votes: 628
10. Stolen Seas (2012)
90 min | Documentary, Adventure, Crime
Stolen Seas presents a chilling exploration of the Somali pirate phenomenon and forces you to rethink everything you thought you knew about pirates. It's November 8th, 2008 and the CEC ... See full summary »
Director: Thymaya Payne
Votes: 296
11. WWE for All Mankind: Life & Career of Mick Foley (2013 Video)
TV-14 | 134 min | Action, Biography, Sport
Mick Foley broke into sports-entertainment in 1983, shortly after a fateful trip to see his idol Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka inspired him to pursue his dream. Now- 30 years, 3 personas, 3 WWE ... See full summary »
Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: Mick Foley, Arn Anderson, Kurt Angle, Steve Austin
Votes: 368
12. The Elephant in the Living Room (2010)
PG | 96 min | Documentary
Take a journey deep inside the fascinating world where wild exotic animals are kept as household pets.
Director: Michael Webber | Stars: Tim Harrison, Terry Brumfield, Russ Clear, Casey Craig
Votes: 1,116
13. The God Who Wasn't There (2005)
62 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Did Jesus exist? This film starts with that question, then goes on to examine Christianity as a whole.
Director: Brian Flemming | Stars: Sam Harris, Robert M. Price, Richard Carrier, Earl Doherty
Votes: 5,052
14. Shenandoah (2012)
98 min | Documentary
A documentary on the hate crime assault and subsequent death of a Latino man in Shenandoah Pennsylvania, including the alleged cover-up and shocking court verdicts.
Director: David Turnley | Stars: Brian Scully, Julie Mickalowski, Ron Mickalowski, Danny Merva
Votes: 525
15. Indie Game: The Movie (2012)
Not Rated | 103 min | Documentary, Drama
A documentary that follows the journeys of indie game developers as they create games and release those works, and themselves, to the world.
Directors: Lisanne Pajot, James Swirsky | Stars: Jonathan Blow, Brandon Boyer, Renaud Bédard, Anthony Carboni
Votes: 21,442
16. The Motivation (2013)
Not Rated | 88 min | Documentary, Action, Sport
Eight of the world's best pro-skateboarders prepare for the upcoming Street League Championship in NYC. Each equally talented, they all must overcome unique challenges - family pressures, ... See full summary »
Director: Adam Bhala Lough | Stars: Felix Arguelles, Steve Berra, Chris Cole, Red Cole
Votes: 974
17. We Were Children (2012)
88 min | Drama
For over 130 years till 1996, more than 100,000 of Canada's First Nations children were legally required to attend government-funded schools run by various Christian faiths. There were 80 ... See full summary »
Director: Tim Wolochatiuk | Stars: Lyna Hart, Glen Anaquod, Alicia Hamelin, Jade Hamelin
Votes: 716
18. Cropsey (2009)
Not Rated | 84 min | Documentary, Crime, Horror
Realizing that the urban legend of their youth has actually come true, two filmmakers delve into the mystery surrounding five missing children and the real-life boogeyman linked to their disappearances.
Directors: Barbara Brancaccio, Joshua Zeman | Stars: Joshua Zeman, Barbara Brancaccio, Bill Ellis, Dorothy D'Eletto
Votes: 9,210 | Gross: $0.05M
19. Bigger Stronger Faster* (2008)
PG-13 | 105 min | Documentary, Sport
An examination of America's win-at-all-cost culture from the perspective of bodybuilding and performance enhancing drugs, as it focuses on a pair of siblings chasing their dream.
Director: Chris Bell | Stars: Chris Bell, Mike Bell, Mark Bell, Hank Aaron
Votes: 13,816 | Gross: $0.31M
20. Vegucated (2011)
Not Rated | 76 min | Documentary, Comedy
Vegucated is a guerrilla-style documentary that follows three meat- and cheese-loving New Yorkers who agree to adopt a vegan diet for six weeks and learn what it's all about.
Director: Marisa Miller Wolfson | Stars: Marisa Miller Wolfson, Chloe Davis, Cody Tarlow, Molly Wadzeck
Votes: 3,043
21. Craigslist Joe (2012)
Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary, Adventure
In a time when America's economy was crumbling and sense of community was in question, one guy left everything behind to see if he could survive solely on the support and goodwill of the 21st century's new town square: Craigslist.
Director: Joseph Garner | Stars: Joseph Garner, Kristos Andrews, Gina Keatley, Michael Kuciak
Votes: 3,844
22. Superheroes (2011)
Not Rated | 85 min | Documentary, Action, Comedy
A journey inside the world of real life caped crusaders. From all over America, these self-proclaimed crime fighters, don masks, homemade costumes and elaborate utility belts in an attempt to bring justice to evildoers everywhere.
Director: Michael Barnett | Stars: Amazonia, Antiman, Asylum, Urban Avenger
Votes: 1,770
23. Confessions of a Superhero (2007)
R | 92 min | Documentary
Chronicles the lives of four mortal men and women who work as characters on the sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard.
Director: Matthew Ogens | Stars: Christopher Lloyd Dennis, Maxwell Allen, Jennifer Wenger, Joe McQueen
Votes: 2,270
24. The Queen of Versailles (2012)
PG | 100 min | Documentary
A documentary that follows a billionaire couple as they begin construction on a mansion inspired by Versailles. During the next two years, their empire, fueled by the real estate bubble and cheap money, falters due to the economic crisis.
Director: Lauren Greenfield | Stars: Jaqueline Siegel, David Siegel, Lorraine Barrett, June Downs
Votes: 13,703 | Gross: $2.40M
25. Farmageddon (2011)
Unrated | 86 min | Documentary, News
Farmageddon is the story of a mom whose son healed from all allergies and asthma after consuming raw milk, and real food from farms. It depicts people all over the country who formed food ... See full summary »
Director: Kristin Canty | Stars: Linda Faillace, Adam Helfer, Mark McAfee, Joel Salatin
Votes: 583 | Gross: $0.06M
26. Hungry for Change (2012)
Not Rated | 89 min | Documentary
Exposes shocking secrets the diet, weight loss and food industries don't want you to know about deceptive strategies designed to keep you coming back for more. Find out what's keeping you from having the body and health you deserve.
Directors: James Colquhoun, Laurentine Ten Bosch, Carlo Ledesma | Stars: Mike Adams, Nick Bolton, James Caitlin, Kris Carr
Votes: 3,243
27. Knuckleball! (2012)
Not Rated | 93 min | Documentary, Sport
A documentary that showcases baseball's most unpredictable pitch.
Directors: Ricki Stern, Anne Sundberg | Stars: Tim Wakefield, Dave Lennon, Jim Bouton, Charles Hough
Votes: 1,783
28. Video Games: The Movie (2014)
Not Rated | 101 min | Documentary, History
Learn how video games are made, marketed, and consumed by looking back at gaming history and culture through the eyes of game developers, publishers, and consumers.
Director: Jeremy Snead | Stars: Sean Astin, Al Alcorn, Peter Armstrong, Cliff Bleszinski
Votes: 5,595 | Gross: $0.02M
29. Reincarnated (2012)
R | 96 min | Documentary, Music
Hip-Hop artist Snoop Dogg changes his name to Snoop Lion, travels to Jamaica, immerses himself in Rastafarian culture, and produces his first reggae record.
Director: Andy Capper | Stars: Snoop Dogg, Diplo, Dr. Dre, Damian Marley
Votes: 2,532
30. Sons of Perdition (2010)
R | 85 min | Documentary
An inside look at former FLDS teens who have become religious refugees in mainstream America.
Directors: Tyler Measom, Jennilyn Merten | Stars: Bruce Barlow, Deloy Bateman, Michelle Benward, Kevin Black
Votes: 741
31. Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead (2010)
Not Rated | 97 min | Documentary
Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead is an American documentary that chronicles Australian Joe Cross's 60-day journey across the United States, where he embarks on a juice-only fast in a quest to reclaim his health.
Directors: Joe Cross, Kurt Engfehr | Stars: Joe Cross, Amy Badberg, Merv Cross, Virginia Cross
Votes: 8,919
32. Mansome (2012)
PG-13 | 82 min | Documentary
A documentary that explores the question: In the age of manscaping, metrosexuals, and grooming products galore - what does it mean to be a man?
Director: Morgan Spurlock | Stars: Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, Morgan Spurlock, Zach Galifianakis
Votes: 2,938 | Gross: $0.02M
33. WWE: OMG! - The Top 50 Incidents in WWE History (2011 Video)
TV-14 | 121 min | Action, Sport
The WWE takes a look at the 50 most incredible and outrageous moments in its history.
Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: Kurt Angle, Steve Austin, Dave Bautista, Stu Bennett
Votes: 380
34. WWE: The Rise and Fall of WCW (2009 Video)
PG | 105 min | Action, Biography, Sport
The Rise & Fall of WCW examines the storied history of World Championship Wrestling, from its beginnings in the territory system through Ted Turner's acquisition and the savage battles with... See full summary »
Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: David Abbott, Abdullah the Butcher, Terry Allen, Arn Anderson
Votes: 991
35. The 50 Greatest Finishing Moves in WWE History (2012 Video)
Not Rated | 113 min | Action, Sport
WWE counts down the top 50 finishing moves in its history, featuring the Pedigree, Stunner, Sweet Chin Music, Rock Bottom and all the most devasting moves that have thrilled the WWE ... See full summary »
Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: Steve Austin, Mark Calaway, Paul Levesque, Dwayne Johnson
Votes: 181
36. Hart and Soul: The Hart Family Anthology (2010 Video)
PG | 98 min | Documentary, Action, Biography
The Hart Family has long served as Canada's first family of sports entertainment; from patriarch Stu Hart and his Stampede wrestling and Dungeon, a training site that has produced multiple ... See full summary »
Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: Abdullah the Butcher, Ted Arcidi, Steve Austin, Tommy Billington
Votes: 173
37. Serving Life (2011 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 86 min | Documentary
Actor Forest Whitaker narrates the story of a group of inmate volunteers who staff their own hospice inside a maximum security prison in Louisiana where the average sentence is more than 90 years.
Director: Lisa R. Cohen | Stars: Forest Whitaker, Justin Granier, Burl Cain, Anthony Diggs
Votes: 427
38. Erasing Hate (2011 TV Movie)
TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary
In this hour, MSNBC goes inside the world of Bryon Widner, a former skinhead "pit bull", as he undergoes painful treatments to remove the physical representation of the hate he had exhibited to the world for more than half his life.
Director: Bill Brummel | Stars: Bryon Widner, Julie Widner, Brooke Beck, Andrew Micheal Carter
Votes: 422
39. After Porn Ends (2012)
Not Rated | 94 min | Documentary
An exploration of the lives of several former adult performers who have retired from the porn industry.
Director: Bryce Wagoner | Stars: Amber Lynn, Asia Carrera, Bobby Slayton, Crissy Moran
Votes: 8,111
40. The Woman Who Wasn't There (2012)
Not Rated | 65 min | Documentary
A psychological thriller that goes inside the mind of history's most infamous 9/11 "survivor."
Director: Angelo J. Guglielmo Jr. | Stars: Tania Head, Elia Zedeno, Gerry Bogacz, Brendan Chellis
Votes: 2,636
41. Hellbound? (2012)
Not Rated | 84 min | Documentary
If God is our pure, all-loving creator, can he really turn his back on sinners and allow them to suffer for eternity in hell? Where did this vision of hell come from? Is it possible we've ... See full summary »
Director: Kevin Miller | Stars: Kevin Miller, Jonathan Phelps, Margie Phelps, Robert McKee
Votes: 307 | Gross: $0.02M
42. The Antics Roadshow (2011 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 48 min | Documentary
A look at famous pranks and acts of activism which have become iconic.
Directors: Banksy, Jaimie D'Cruz, Akiz | Stars: Kathy Burke, Andy Bichlbaum, Mike Bonanno, Michael Fagan
Votes: 387
43. Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon (2011)
Not Rated | 87 min | Documentary
A behind-the-scenes look at the rise of the American rock band, Kings of Leon.
Director: Stephen C. Mitchell | Stars: Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill, Nathan Followill
Votes: 901
44. Strongman (2009)
Not Rated | 113 min | Documentary
The real-life story of Stanless Steel-- the only man in the world who can bend a U. S. penny with his fingers-- as he attempts to transform the world around him with his mighty grasp.
Director: Zachary Levy | Star: Stanley Pleskun
Votes: 302
45. Birdmen: The Original Dream of Human Flight (2012)
Not Rated | 52 min | Documentary
An adrenaline-filled thrill ride through the radical new sport that allows men and women to fly like birds.
Director: Matt Sheridan | Stars: Ellen Brennan, Matt Gerdes, Mike Steen
Votes: 260
46. Dave Chappelle's Block Party (2005)
R | 103 min | Documentary, Comedy, Music
A mix of Dave Chappelle's sketch comedy and musical interludes, inspired in part by the 1973 documentary Wattstax.
Director: Michel Gondry | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Yasiin Bey, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu
Votes: 9,627 | Gross: $11.72M
47. Conan O'Brien Can't Stop (2011)
R | 89 min | Documentary, Comedy, Music
A documentary on Conan O'Brien's comedy tour of the U.S. and Canada after leaving The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien (2009) and severing his relationship with NBC.
Director: Rodman Flender | Stars: Conan O'Brien, Andy Richter, Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Vivino
Votes: 6,843 | Gross: $0.27M
48. Into the Abyss (2011)
PG-13 | 107 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Conversations with death row inmate Michael Perry and those affected by his crime serve as an examination of why people - and the state - kill.
Director: Werner Herzog | Stars: Werner Herzog, Richard Lopez, Michael Perry, Damon Hall
Votes: 17,357 | Gross: $0.22M
49. Aroused (2013)
Not Rated | 66 min | Documentary
A documentary that captures the making of a fine art photographic book featuring 16 of the world's most successful adult film stars.
Director: Deborah Anderson | Stars: Belladonna, Kayden Kross, Lisa Ann, Celine Tran
Votes: 718
50. UnHung Hero (2013)
Unrated | 84 min | Documentary
UnHung Hero charts a humiliated man's fact-finding journey as he consults porn stars, doctors and anthropologists to learn whether the size of one's manhood matters.
Director: Brian Spitz | Stars: Patrick Moote, Wendy Suzann Miller, Axel Braun, Jonah Falcon
Votes: 2,723
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