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1. Going Clear: Scientology & the Prison of Belief (2015)
Not Rated | 119 min | Documentary
A documentary looking at the inner-workings of the Church of Scientology.
Director: Alex Gibney | Stars: Paul Haggis, Jason Beghe, Spanky Taylor, David Miscavige
Votes: 40,907
2. Jeremy Scott: The People's Designer (2015)
PG-13 | 110 min | Documentary, Biography
The story of fashion designer Jeremy Scott's ascent from a small town in Missouri to his current position as the Creative Director of Moschino.
Director: Vlad Yudin | Stars: Jeremy Scott, Devon Aoki, Eva Chen, Miley Cyrus
Votes: 414
3. Daughters of Mother India (2015)
45 min | Documentary
'Daughters of Mother India', is an Indian filmmaker's journey on the aftermath of the horrific rape and murder of a 23 year old old medical intern in Delhi on 16 December 2012. The film is ... See full summary »
Director: Vibha Bakshi | Stars: Kiran Bedi, Mr. Arvind Gaur, Dipankar Gupta, Ms. Indira Jaising
Votes: 1,414
4. Amanda Knox (2016)
TV-MA | 92 min | Documentary, Crime
American exchange student Amanda Knox is charged with the 2007 death of another student in Italy.
Directors: Rod Blackhurst, Brian McGinn | Stars: Amanda Knox, Meredith Kercher, Raffaele Sollecito, Giuliano Mignini
Votes: 26,128
5. Casting JonBenet (2017)
TV-14 | 80 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
In the months following the unsolved murder of 6-year-old beauty queen JonBenet Ramsey, responses were elicited from her Colorado hometown community, creating a work of art from the collective memories and mythologies the crime inspired.
Director: Kitty Green | Stars: Hannah Cagwin, Aeona Cruz, Liv Bagley, Shylee Sagle
Votes: 5,746
6. The Keepers (II) (2017)
TV-MA | 62 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
A seven-part docuseries about the unsolved murder of a nun and the horrific secrets and pain that linger nearly five decades after her death.
Stars: Gemma Hoskins, Abbie Schaub, Virginia Anzengruber, Jean Hargadon Wehner
Votes: 25,052
7. Abstract: The Art of Design (2017– )
TV-14 | 45 min | Documentary
A look beyond blueprints and computers into the art and science of design, showcasing great designers from every discipline whose work shapes our world.
Stars: Platon, Tinker Hatfield, Ian Spalter, Cas Holman
Votes: 5,909
8. Hip-Hop Evolution (2016– )
TV-MA | 90 min | Documentary, Music
MC and journalist Shad Kabango meets with Hip-Hop's biggest stars to retrace how Hip-Hop became the world's most popular music, but realizes that Hip-Hop's true legacy is something much more profound.
Stars: Shad, LL Cool J, Big Daddy Kane, Cheo Hodari Coker
Votes: 6,451
9. Keith Richards: Under the Influence (2015)
TV-PG | 81 min | Documentary, Music
A portrait of Keith Richards that takes us on a journey to discover the genesis of his sound as a songwriter, guitarist and performer.
Director: Morgan Neville | Stars: Keith Richards, Anthony DeCurtis, Steve Jordan, Tom Waits
Votes: 3,666
10. Inshallah, Kashmir (2012)
Not Rated | 82 min | Documentary
Testimonies of ordinary Kashmiris recount a brutal militancy and its terrible response. Dodging agents of Indian armed-forces, the filmmakers were able to obtain rare testimonials in the ... See full summary »
Director: Ashvin Kumar | Stars: Omar Abdullah, Bashir Baba, Wajahat Habibullah
Votes: 142
11. Bowie: The Man Who Changed the World (2016)
Not Rated | 99 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Combining footage from interviews with the late great David Bowie and contributions from those who knew him personally, this documentary celebrates the illustrious life of one of the greatest artists to ever grace the stage.
Director: Sonia Anderson | Stars: David Bowie, Angie Bowie, Breege Collins, Mary Finnigan
Votes: 1,547
12. The World's Oddest Animal Couples (2016)
Documentary
Hosted by Dr. Carin Bondar, this series explores the unique and extraordinary friendships that form in unlikely places. Bondar travels the globe in search of people and animals with astonishing connections.
Star: Carin Bondar
Votes: 27
13. Rubble Kings (2010)
Not Rated | 71 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Through archival footage Nicholson tells the story of the real Warriors that walked the streets of New York City in the 1970s and the harsh reality of gang life in a city that seemed to be falling apart.
Director: Shan Nicholson | Star: Lloyd Murphy
Votes: 1,155
14. The American West (2016)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, History, Western
A large-scale review of the American frontier stories.
Stars: Mark Lee Gardner, Bert Thomas Morris, David H. Stevens, Will Strongheart
Votes: 1,722
15. Edge of the Universe (2002– )
49 min | Documentary
Leading astronomers reveal the latest discoveries about death-trap planets, asteroids, comets and other wonders of the cosmos.
Stars: John Hurt, Steven Ostro, Riccardo Scarpa, David Spergel
Votes: 221
16. Cooked (2016)
60 min | Documentary
As he tries his hand at baking, brewing and braising, acclaimed food writer Michael Pollan explores how cooking transforms food and shapes our world.
Stars: Michael Pollan, Samin Nosrat, Isaac Pollan
Votes: 3,140
17. Crossfire Hurricane (2012)
Not Rated | 111 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Legendary British rock band The Rolling Stones mark their 50th year together.
Director: Brett Morgen | Stars: Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts, Bill Wyman, Ronnie Wood
Votes: 2,741
18. You Laugh But It's True (2011)
Not Rated | 84 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy
In the world of stand-up comedy in South Africa, Trevor Noah uses his childhood experiences in a biracial family during apartheid to prepare for his first one-man show.
Director: David Paul Meyer | Stars: Loyiso Gola, Rabin Harduth, Kagiso Lediga, David Newton
Votes: 1,215
19. Surviving R. Kelly (2019–2023)
TV-MA | 306 min | Documentary, Crime, Music
A six-part series about the controversial R&B star R. Kelly which features several women making allegations of abuse by him.
Stars: Andrea Kelly, Touré, Stephanie 'Sparkle' Edwards, Tarana Burke
Votes: 5,737
20. The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann (2019)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann takes a detailed look at the disappearance of three-year-old Madeleine McCann, who vanished from the seaside resort of Praia de Luz in Portugal, while on holiday with her family.
Stars: Anthony Summers, Maria João Vaz, Gonçalo Amaral, Robbyn Swan
Votes: 11,655
21. Explained (2018–2021)
TV-MA | 18 min | Documentary
A documentary series that looks to explore the big questions of today.
Stars: Estelle Caswell, Samira Wiley, Maria Bello, Kyle MacLachlan
Votes: 9,942
22. The Mind, Explained (2019–2021)
TV-14 | 20 min | Documentary
Ever wonder what's happening inside your head? From dreaming to anxiety disorders, discover how your brain works with this illuminating series.
Stars: Emma Stone, Julianne Moore, Jewel Jordan, Faith Jones
Votes: 6,036
23. Fyre (2019)
TV-MA | 97 min | Documentary, Crime, Music
An exclusive behind the scenes look at the infamous unraveling of the Fyre music festival.
Director: Chris Smith | Stars: Billy McFarland, Jason Bell, Gabrielle Bluestone, Shiyuan Deng
Votes: 52,042
24. Broken (2019– )
TV-14 | Documentary
Influencer hype and marketing create conditions where counterfeit makeup thrives, teens become addicted to vaping, disposable furniture kills, and corporations use of single use plastics are the stories told in this 4 part series.
Stars: Jenise Morgan, Bella Carroll, Janet McGee, Lexy Lebsack
Votes: 1,340
25. Nobody Speak: Trials of the Free Press (2017)
TV-14 | 95 min | Documentary
The courtroom and publicity battles between Hulk Hogan and Gawker Media explode in a sensational trial all about the limits of the First Amendment and the new no holds barred nature of celebrity life in an internet dominated society.
Director: Brian Knappenberger | Stars: A.J. Daulerio, Hulk Hogan, Charles Harder, David Folkenflik
Votes: 4,385
26. 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: 86,951
27. American Murder: The Family Next Door (2020)
TV-MA | 83 min | Documentary, Crime
In 2018, 34-year-old Shanann Watts and her two young daughters disappear in Colorado. With the heartbreaking details emerging, the family's story made headlines around the world.
Director: Jenny Popplewell | Stars: Nickole Atkinson, Jim Benemann, Luke Epple, Mark Jamieson
Votes: 32,729
28. Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer (2021)
TV-MA | 47 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
This limited docu-series tells the true story of how one of the most notorious serial killers in American history was hunted down and brought to justice.
Stars: Paul Skolnick, Gil Carrillo, Frank Salerno, Pearl Carrillo
Votes: 30,295
29. Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel (2021)
TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
College student and tourist Elisa Lam vanishes, leaving behind all of her possessions in her hotel room. The Cecil Hotel grows in infamy.
Stars: Tim Marcia, Amy Price, Greg Kading, Josh Dean
Votes: 19,991
30. Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator (2019)
TV-MA | 86 min | Documentary, Crime
Tracing from his rise in the 1970s to his disgrace in accusations of rape and sexual harassment in more recent years.
Director: Eva Orner | Stars: Larissa Anderson, Francesca Asumah, Sarah Baughn, Bikram Choudhury
Votes: 8,342
31. The Vow (2020–2022)
TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, Crime
A look at the experiences of the members of the NXIVM, an organization and sex cult that made headlines for being charged with sex trafficking, racketeering, and conspiracy.
Stars: Sarah Edmondson, Mark Vicente, Bonnie Piesse, Anthony Ames
Votes: 6,644
32. Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath (2016–2019)
TV-14 | 47 min | Documentary, History, Mystery
A series featuring stories from former members of the Church of Scientology whose lives have been affected by the Church's alleged harmful practices.
Stars: Leah Remini, Mike Rinder, Mary Kahn, Claire Headley
Votes: 6,436
33. Murder by the Coast (2021)
TV-MA | 88 min | Documentary, Crime, History
In 1999, teen Rocío Wanninkhof is murdered. Her mother's ex-partner, Dolores Vázquez, is suspected. Did she do it? A second victim reveals the truth.
Directors: Tània Balló, Marc M. Sarrado
Votes: 2,506
34. Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell (2021)
R | 97 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
This documentary features rare footage filmed by Christopher Wallace's best friend, Damion "D-Roc" Butler, and interviews with his closest friends and family, revealing a side of Biggie Smalls that the world never knew.
Director: Emmett Malloy | Stars: The Notorious B.I.G., Damion Butler, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Voletta Wallace
Votes: 5,554
35. Murder Among the Mormons (2021)
TV-14 | 53 min | Documentary, Crime, History
High-stakes exploits turn deadly - and shake a global church to its core - in the extraordinary true crime story.
Stars: Dorie Hofmann Olds, Shannon Flynn, Brent Metcalfe, Richard Turley
Votes: 7,311
36. This Is Pop (2021– )
TV-MA | 44 min | Documentary, Music
Uncover the real stories behind your favorite pop songs as this docuseries charts the impact of the festival scene, Auto-Tune, boy bands and more.
Stars: Ludwig Göransson, Hozier, T-Pain, Orville Peck
Votes: 1,420
37. Sophie: A Murder in West Cork (2021)
TV-14 | 55 min | Documentary, Crime, History
The documentary follows the investigation of Sophie Toscan Du Plantier, a French film and TV producer who was killed while at her isolated holiday cottage in West Cork, Ireland, in 1996.
Stars: Ian Bailey, Barry Roche, Eugene Gilligan, Bertrand Bouniol
Votes: 6,091
38. House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths (2021)
TV-MA | 135 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Suicide, murder or something else? This docuseries examines chilling truths and theories around the deaths of 11 members of a Delhi family.
Stars: Manoj Kumar, Naresh Bhatia, Vishal Anand, Mukesh Sengar
Votes: 12,818
39. Tiger King: The Doc Antle Story (2021)
TV-MA | 127 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
It unpacks the truth about Doc Antle, private zoo operator. Witnesses come forward to share their stories of abuse and intimidation that set him at the top of the food chain.
Stars: Bhagavan Antle, Radha Hirsch, Steven Diamond, Betsy Rogers
Votes: 1,968
40. Flight of the Monarch Butterfly 3D (2012 Video)
Documentary
The Monarch Butterfly is among the ranks of the most mysterious and fascinating insects on our planet with its beauty and grace having a tremendous appeal among young and old alike. ... See full summary »
Directors: Benjamin Eicher, Timo Joh. Mayer
Votes: 24
41. Secrets of the Castle (2014)
60 min | Documentary, History
Historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologists Peter Ginn and Tom Pinfold learn about living in the medieval world and help rebuild a castle.
Stars: Ruth Goodman, Peter Ginn, Tom Pinfold, Paul McGann
Votes: 387
42. Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey (2022)
TV-MA | 49 min | Documentary, Crime
Examines the rise of Warren Jeffs in the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and his shocking criminal case.
Stars: Elissa Wall, Mike Watkiss, Rebecca Musser, Ruby Jessop
Votes: 16,080
43.
Untold (2021– )
Episode:
Operation Flagrant Foul
(2022)
TV-MA | 76 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Years after serving time for betting on games he officiated, former NBA referee Tim Donaghy revisits the scandal that shook up the league.
Director: David Terry Fine | Stars: Tim Donaghy, Matt Maltepes
Votes: 2,439
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