The truth hurts. But sometimes it’s inspirational, scary, sad, funny or anywhere in between. Experience it all with our best documentary series and movies.

In this infuriating 2023 documentary, filmmaker Nancy Schwartzman follows journalist Rae de Leon as she embarks on a solo investigation that uncovers dark truths about the American justice system.

Discover a wide range of captivating documentary films available to stream on Netflix anytime, anywhere.

Explore a variety of documentary series available for streaming on Netflix.

Nature, sports, crime, music and so much more. These critically acclaimed documentaries showcase a wide range of stories that are as captivating as they are true.

Looking for your next true crime watch? Based on your favorite documentaries and latest watch, including new film The Perfect Neighbor, here are the top true crime titles to consider based on what …

While true crime documentaries can send chills down your spine, they also reveal the unjust systems at play, spotlight the psychological extremes that humans are capable of, and, when done respectfully, …

The upcoming 2025 documentary film Unknown Number unravels the true story of a relentless high school cyberbullying campaign with a chilling twist.

Among this year’s winners are six Netflix titles — four documentaries and two scripted series — that tell compelling stories that unfold in far-flung settings and local watering holes alike, painting indelible …

The three-part documentary series Amy Bradley Is Missing, directed and executive produced by Ari Mark and Phil Lott (This Is the Zodiac Speaking, The Invisible Pilot, Cold Case Files), revisits Amy’s …