Top Documentary Movies 2025
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Marcella
Marcella Hazan didn’t just teach Italian cooking—she changed the way America eats. Fearless, passionate, and exacting, she introduced authentic recipes to millions. Julia Child called Marcella “my mentor in all things Italian.” Featuring Jacques Pépin, Danny Meyer, April Bloomfield, and Lidia Bastianich, this intimate portrait reveals the bold woman who forever shaped home kitchens.
Peter Miller
Bono: Stories of Surrender
Bono: Stories of Surrender is a vivid reimagining of Bono’s critically-acclaimed one-man stage show, "Stories of Surrender: An Evening of Words, Music and Some Mischief…," as he pulls back the curtain on a remarkable life and the family, friends, and faith that have challenged and sustained him, revealing personal stories about his journey as a son, father, husband, activist and rockstar. Along with never-before-seen, exclusive footage from the Beacon Theatre shows, the film features Bono performing many of the iconic U2 songs that have shaped his life and legacy.
Brad Pitt, Andrew Dominik, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Jon Kamen, Dave Sirulnick
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Mogwai: If the Stars Had a S...
Over 25 years and 10 studio albums—using powerful sonic force mixed with subtlety and grace—Mogwai have defined their own musical genre and built a cult following. The film takes us on a journey from their very beginnings, in the mid 1990s, to creating their tenth studio album in their hometown of Glasgow in 2020. While at first seemingly impossible to make, they ultimately made history with it.
Antony Crook
NR
0%
One to One: John & Yoko
An expansive and revelatory inside look at the 18 months John Lennon and Yoko Ono spent living in Greenwich Village in the early 1970s, One to One: John & Yoko delivers an immersive cinematic experience that brings to life electrifying, never-before-seen material and newly restored footage of Lennon's only full-length, post-Beatles concert. With mind-blowing remastered audio overseen by their son, Sean Ono Lennon, the film is a seismic revelation that will challenge pre-existing notions of the iconic couple.
Kevin Macdonald, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Marc Robinson, David Joseph, Steve Condie, Bradd Pitt
Pets
A documentary that explores the extraordinary relationship that exists between animals and their people all around the world. Highlighting dogs, cats, pigs, goats and even birds of prey, “Pets” takes us on a hilarious and poignant journey that celebrates love, loss, and licks along the way.
Bryce Dallas Howard
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Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey
A man finds new purpose when he helps rescue a baby pangolin, one of the most trafficked animals in the world, in a sting operation in South Africa. He leaves the city and embarks on a heartfelt mission to rehabilitate and prepare the vulnerable animal for a life of freedom in the wild.
George Chignell, Nick Shumaker, Pippa Ehrlich, Jessica Grimshaw, Craig Foster, Swati Thiyagarajan, David Levine
100%
Cheech and Chong's Last Movi...
Cheech & Chong’s Last Movie defies documentary expectations and instead offers up a wildly imaginative take on genre convention, a true-life tale told through a heady mix of animation and archival madness, all underscored by a classic cinematic road trip.
Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, David Bushell
R
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75%
Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Rea...
In a world losing itself to screens, teenage mystic Carlo Acutis saw beyond our social media-addicted society and offered an answer—if we’re willing to listen. Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality explores the life of the first millennial saint while following teens on a phone-free pilgrimage to his tomb, immersing them in his story, his passion for Christ, and a search for meaning in a digital age.
Jim Wahlberg
NR
80%
Chaos: The Manson Murders
Untangles a web of conspiracy involving the CIA, LSD, Jack Ruby, the Manson Family, and Vincent Bugliosi, casting doubt on the official story of the 1960s’ most infamous killing spree.
Errol Morris
NR
96%
Ratings
- 5 / 5
out of 5 stars
(1)
I Am Living Proof
A look into the lives of three individuals who face an extraordinary life-altering event. Bri, once a promising student, finds her academic dreams derailed by an illness that’s deteriorating her body. For seven years, she's caught in a cycle of failed medical treatments and excruciating pain, pushing her toward assisted suicide. Steve’s life spirals out of control after a workplace accident that leaves him dependent on opioids. Jobless and desperate, he attempts to end it all with an overdose. Mary, a mother of five, faces debilitating pain from a spinal injury that leaves her unable to care for her children—until a vivid dream sparks an unexpected turning point. Unbeknownst to them, their paths are about to intersect when a traveling preacher, Mario Murillo, and his old-school tent revival happens to come to town. This chance encounter offers a glimmer of hope in their darkest hour.
Bob Maddux
100%
American Manhunt: Osama bin ...
This three part docuseries from directors Mor Loushy and Daniel Sivan gives an in-depth look at how the world mobilized to hunt down Osama Bin Laden after his orchestrations of the September 11th, 2001 attacks on the United States. Featuring interviews with key people within the US government who helped in the global chase, this series focuses on the decade-long mission to capture one of the world’s most notorious terrorists.
Mor Loushy, Daniel Sivan
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93%
October 8
Documents a surge in antisemitism and anti-Israel demonstrations followed the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Debra Messing, Wendy Sachs
100%
Endless Calls for Fame
Endless Calls For Fame takes place on the gritty streets of 1990s New York City during a time when punk and indie rock was moving from the underground into the mainstream after the cultural tsunami of Nirvana. Using her rediscovered personal archival footage, the director shares this first-hand story of a moment in the city’s musical zeitgeist through the lens of one promising band's experience, The New Rising Sons. Caught up in a major label signing spree intended to capitalize on this emerging underground sound, the band signed a million-dollar record deal and was poised for rock stardom. Endless Calls For Fame chronicles a vibrant musical era through the director and the bands’ lived experience, as the story follows the band’s brush with stardom, their dissolution, and their journey to redemption 20 years after they were formed.
Olivia Serafini-Saul
PG-13
AUM: The Cult at the End of ...
The shocking story of Aum Shinrikyo, the doomsday cult that unleashed a deadly nerve gas in Tokyo’s subway system in 1995. Founded by disillusioned yoga teacher Shoko Asahara, Aum transformed into a terrorist organization while Japan’s police and media turned a blind eye. Featuring rare archival footage and an interview with one of Asahara’s former high-ranking disciples. A Sundance premiere.
Chiaki Yanagimoto, Ben Braun
100%
Secret Mall Apartment
The unbelievable true story behind the urban legend about a group of friends who created a secret apartment in the busy Providence Place Mall in the early 2000s.
Jesse Eisenberg, Jeremy Workman
NR
100%
My Dearest Fu Bao
Fu Bao was the first giant panda born in Korea, but she was always meant to return to China someday. My Dearest Fu Bao tells the heartwarming story of her and her handlers' tearful goodbye with a mix of documentary footage and animation.
Shim Hyeong-Jun
AUM: The Cult at the End of ...
The shocking story of Aum Shinrikyo, the doomsday cult that unleashed a deadly nerve gas in Tokyo’s subway system in 1995. Founded by disillusioned yoga teacher Shoko Asahara, Aum transformed into a terrorist organization while Japan’s police and media turned a blind eye. Featuring rare archival footage and an interview with one of Asahara’s former high-ranking disciples. A Sundance premiere.
Chiaki Yanagimoto, Ben Braun
50%
Number One on the Call Sheet...
Celebrates Black achievement in the film industry and what it takes for Black male actors to find success in Hollywood, featuring the stories and experiences of Black male actors of the past who paved the way for Jamie Foxx, Kevin Hart and more.
Kevin Hart, Jamie Foxx, Reginald Hudlin, Datari Turner, Dan Cogan
100%
Number One on the Call Sheet...
Celebrates Black achievement in the film industry and what it takes for Black women actors to find success in Hollywood.
Halle Berry, Mishka Brown, Whoopi Goldberg, Angela Bassett, Viola Davis, Bryan Smiley, Liz Garbus, Reginald Hudlin
90%
Ratings
- 5 / 5
out of 5 stars
(3)
Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle o...
In Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist, we embark on a global journey to rediscover and revive the transformative power of the Eucharist. Engaging in dialogue with notable Catholic figures, the film explores the biblical origins of the Eucharist and shares personal stories of individuals whose lives have been transformed by the Blessed Sacrament. This exploration makes it unmistakably clear that the Eucharist is not merely a symbol, but is indeed Jesus Christ Himself — fervently desiring to quench our spiritual thirst with His boundless love.
James Wahlberg, Deacon Steve Greco, Tim Moriarty
NR
88%
Ratings
- 5 / 5
out of 5 stars
(1)
Becoming Led Zeppelin
Powered by awe-inspiring, psychedelic, never-before-seen footage, performances, and music, Bernard MacMahon’s experiential cinematic odyssey explores Led Zeppelin’s creative, musical, and personal origin story. The film is told in Led Zeppelin’s own words and is the first officially sanctioned film on the group.
Bernard MacMahon
PG-13
69%
No Other Land
Basel Adra, a young Palestinian activist from Masafer Yatta, has been fighting his community's mass expulsion by the Israeli occupation since childhood. Basel documents the gradual erasure of Masafer Yatta, as soldiers destroy the homes of families - the largest single act of forced transfer ever carried out in the occupied West Bank. He crosses paths with Yuval, an Israeli journalist who joins his struggle, and for over half a decade they fight against the expulsion while growing closer. Their complex bond is haunted by the extreme inequality between them: Basel, living under a brutal military occupation, and Yuval, unrestricted and free. This film, by a Palestinian-Israeli collective of four young activists, was co-created during the darkest, most terrifying times in the region, as an act of creative resistance to Apartheid and a search for a path towards equality and justice.
Hamdan Ballal, Basel Adra, Yuval Abraham, Rachel Szor
NR
88%
Ratings
- 5 / 5
out of 5 stars
(1)
Becoming Led Zeppelin
Powered by awe-inspiring, psychedelic, never-before-seen footage, performances, and music, Bernard MacMahon’s experiential cinematic odyssey explores Led Zeppelin’s creative, musical, and personal origin story. The film is told in Led Zeppelin’s own words and is the first officially sanctioned film on the group.
Bernard MacMahon
PG-13
78%
Ratings
- 5 / 5
out of 5 stars
(1)
UnBroken
UnBroken chronicles the seven Weber siblings who evaded certain capture and death, and ultimately escaped Nazi Germany following their mother’s incarceration and murder at Auschwitz. After being hidden in a laundry hut by a benevolent farmer, the children spent two years on their own in wartorn Germany.
Beth Lane
83%
Brothers After War
In Brothers After War, Jake Rademacher reconnects with his brothers and soldiers he embedded with in Iraq. He creates a unique “then and now” journey into the toll of war and a never before seen look at war fighters and the veterans they become.
Jake Rademacher, Norman S. Powell, Isaac Rademacher, Joe Rademacher
R
39%
Ratings
- 3 / 5
out of 5 stars
(2)
Don't Die: The Man Who Wants...
How far would you go to live forever - or even just slow down the aging process? This startling documentary by Chris Smith (Fyre, 100 Foot Wave) is told through intimate access to Bryan Johnson, a man who has dedicated his life to defy aging. Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever dives into the controversial wellness practices one man is using to maintain youth and vitality, and the effect this journey has on himself and those around him.
Chris Smith, Ashlee Vance, Daniel Koehler
NR
69%
George A. Romero's Resident ...
George A. Romero’s Resident Evil is a stylized documentary, utilizing archived footage, unearthed documents, and newly filmed interviews with a wide variety of personalities. The documentary combines elements from Capcom’s hit video game series and the raw, visceral style of George A. Romero to full immerse the audience in a cinematic horror aesthetic.
Brandon Salisbury, Robbie McGregor
50%
Look Into My Eyes
A group of New York City psychics conduct deeply intimate readings for their clients, revealing a kaleidoscope of loneliness, connection, and healing... Over a series of interviews and with a camera that is not afraid to get up close and personal, [director] Lana Wilson highlights the ins and outs of being a psychic and what that entails, while constructing a tender portrayal of the clients. A thoughtfully paced and oftentimes deeply personal piece, it unfolds the grief, turmoil, and loneliness that come along with being a human. On the flip side, the joys of gaining clarity, achieving closure, and even having a pet are experienced..
Lana Wilson, Kyle Martin
63%
Every Little Thing
Author and wildlife rehabber Terry Masear has an ambitious goal: to save every injured hummingbird in Los Angeles. But the path to survival is fraught with danger. This heart-expanding Sundance hit introduces audiences to Terry's diminutive patients through breathtaking slow-motion photography and emotional storytelling. Over the course of director Sally Aitken’s moving documentary, we become deeply invested in baby hummingbirds like Cactus and Wasabi, celebrating their tiny victories and lamenting their tragedies. Through Terry's eyes, each bird becomes memorable, mighty and heroic. Her compassion and empathy serves as a reminder that grace can be found in the smallest of acts and the tiniest of creatures.
Sally Aitken
24%
Ratings
- 5 / 5
out of 5 stars
(1)
Diddy: The Making of a Bad B...
An exclusive look at Sean Combs long before he was known as Puff or Diddy. Featuring never-before-seen footage and stories from those who know him best, Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy sheds light on his childhood, rise to fame, and recent criminal allegations, challenging viewers to rethink everything they thought they knew about the mogul behind the music—and the mugshot.
Ari Mark, Phil Lott, Sumit David, Stephanie Frederic, Laura Jones, Justine Kershaw, Sara Lavery
71%
My Name Is Alfred Hitchcock
2022 marks the hundred-year anniversary of Alfred Hitchcock's first feature - Number 13 (1922). A century on, Hitchcock remains one of the most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema. But how does his vast body of work and legacy hold up in today’s society?
Mark Cousins
60%
Left Behind
The powerful and inspiring story of a group of determined moms who band together to create the first public dyslexic school in New York City, the largest school district in America.
Anna Wild Toomey
50%
Ratings
- 5 / 5
out of 5 stars
(1)
Carrie Underwood: Reflection
Carrie Underwood: Reflection captures a one-of-a-kind production conceived by Carrie Underwood specifically for Las Vegas to celebrate highlights of her career. The show features her greatest hits from nearly 20 years as an award-winning international recording and touring artist, including 14 No. 1 hits and songs from eight of her studio albums.
Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman, Beth McCarthy-Miller, Carrie Underwood
57%
Half-Life of Memory: America...
Tells the story of how the U.S. secretly manufactured thousands of atomic weapons in the suburbs of Denver, leaving behind a toxic legacy that will persist for generations. Colorado’s Rocky Flats plant produced a staggering 70 thousand atomic bombs, each serving as a “trigger” for thermonuclear warheads. Concealed by government secrecy, the plant's fires, leaks, and illicit dumping of nuclear waste contaminated the Denver area with long-lived radioactive toxins. A major and highly visible plutonium fire sparked a decade of mass protests, culminating in an unprecedented FBI raid that ultimately shuttered the plant. Today, the radioactive legacy of Rocky Flats continues to threaten public health, yet surprisingly few people are aware the plant ever existed. Through powerful testimonials and extraordinary archival media, HALF-LIFE OF MEMORY exposes Rocky Flats' dark past and enduring impact, prompting critical reflection on the implications of the nation’s renewed nuclear weapons buildup.
Jeff Gipe
25%
Knight Life
Meet the diverse group of dedicated men and women who bring the Middle Ages to the present day, training for years to perfect their skills. They become expert horseback riders and caretakers, learn to full-contact joust in full armor [vs choreographed stunts], and perfect intricate swordplay to thrill audiences day after day. They endure bruises, broken bones, and heartbreaking losses all in pursuit of being crowned the champion of the Knight Life and keeping this art form and sport alive.
Shelby Wimler, Silas Holtz, Matt Poitras, David W Schade, George Appling, Jessica Van Richten
NR
0%
Deaf President Now!
Deaf President Now! recounts the eight days of historic protests held at Gallaudet University in 1988 after the school’s board of trustees appointed a hearing president over several very qualified Deaf candidates. After a week of rallies, boycotts and protests, the students of Gallaudet University triumph as the hearing president resigns and beloved dean Dr. I. King Jordan becomes the university’s first Deaf president. The protests marked a pivotal moment in civil rights history, with an impact that extended well beyond the Gallaudet campus, and paved the way for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). “Deaf President Now!” features exclusive interviews with the five key figures of the movement, including the Gallaudet Four — Jerry Covell, Bridgetta Bourne-Firl, Tim Rarus and Greg Hlibok — alongside I. King Jordan, as well as archival and scripted elements. The film also incorporates an experimental narrative approach called Deaf Point of View, using impressionistic visual photography and intricate sound design to thrust the audience into the Deaf experience.
Davis Guggenheim, Nyle DiMarco
0%
Slice of Life: The American ...
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A contemporary portrait of America, told through a collection of stories observed within the walls of former Pizza Hut buildings across the country. These nostalgic spaces hold memories of a bygone era, but through the power of transformation, they provide something new and special for the communities that continue to flow through them. From an LGBTQ+ church in Florida, to a karaoke bar in Texas, to a cannabis dispensary in rural Colorado, these modern-day portraits are paralleled with the origin story of Pizza Hut - one of America's most iconic brands, and the two brothers who founded the company in Wichita, Kansas in 1958.
Matthew Salleh
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Hell of a Summer
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A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
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