Best Documentary movies of recent years

Actors : Adam Duritz, Amy Scott, Counting Crows,
Directors : Amy Scott,

After their debut album's success, Counting Crows and singer Adam Duritz became global rockstars. Through interviews and 90s footage, we see how they navigated sudden fame while staying true to their art.

Actors : Babbu Mann, Guggu Gill, Alek Palinski, Karol G, Guru Randhawa,
Directors : Povilas Varvuolis, Dheeraj Rattan, Cristina Costantini,

Despite being told her dreams were impossible as a woman in Latin music, Karol G defied odds. The documentary follows her journey from Medellín to global stardom, showcasing her talent and work ethic that paved the way for Latina artists.

Actors : Marta Pihan-Kulesza, Roman Kulesza, Jagna Kulesza,
Directors : Miguel Gaudêncio,

An intimate portrait of an indestructible bond between a mother and daughter in the world of gymnastics. A tale of perseverance of will, hope, dreams and love.

Actors : Joseph Zada, Davida McKenzie, Essie Randles,
Directors : Luke Rynderman, Adam Kamien,

Follows the unsolved 'Burger Chef Murders' of 1978 that claimed the lives of four teenagers in Speedway, Indiana.

Actors : Al Feldstein, Grant Geissman, William M. Gaines,
Directors : Alan Bernstein,

A historical documentary and tribute to the legacy and influence of MAD Magazine featuring interviews with MAD celebrity readers, along with MAD artists, writers, and editors; affectionately known as the Usual Gang of Idiots

Actors : Andrew Callaghan, Kyle Johnson, Kelly Johnson,
Directors : Jarrod Nicoson, Andrew Callaghan,

Filmmaker Andrew Callaghan investigates about the life of Kelly Johnson, a participant at a 2021 White Lives Matter rally in Huntington Beach, California, delving into Johnson's background and beliefs.

Actors : George Smith, Greg Walsh, Gregory Walsh,
Directors : Celia Aniskovich,

Follows five NYC families as they source, bargain and hustle to sell Christmas trees, blending street smarts and holiday spirit.

Actors : Kenny Delaney, Gerard Gravano, Jim Cope, Shaun Attwood,
Directors : Elli Hakami, Julian P. Hobbs,

In 1990s Arizona, an English stockbroker clashes with a mobster's son over the ecstasy trade. The Gravano family shares their perspective as two unlikely rivals vie for control amid guns, gangsters, and raves in the desert.

Actors : Cristian Chivu, Miodrag Belodedic, Gabi Balint,
Directors : Claudiu Mitcu,

Documentary about the golden generation of romanian football (1980 - 2000).

Actors : Mike Carroll, Chris Carroll, Michael Carroll,
Directors : Patricia E. Gillespie,

Follows the Carroll siblings on their mission to find answers about their father's mysterious disappearance 58 years ago.

Actors : Vasyl Koshman, Andrii Demydenko, Nazariy Yaremchuk,
Directors : Artem Hryhorian,

Documentary biographical drama about the life and career of the first Ukrainian pop star - Nazarii Yaremchuk.

Actors : Chnar Imad Ghanm, Saidulla Faizulla, Yassin Hamad Amin,
Directors : Halkawt Mustafa,

A simple Iraqi farmer who gets an unexpected guest knocking on his door. A guest who must be hidden from family, friends and 150 000 American soldiers. The guest is President Saddam Hussein.

Actors : Marina Dalglish, Jegsy Dodd, Kenneth Dalglish,
Directors : Asif Kapadia,

Kenny Dalglish's journey from Celtic to Liverpool FC, becoming a European soccer legend and Liverpool icon through his impact both as a player and in the community.

Actors : Rory McIlroy, Brad Faxon, Michael Bannon,
Directors : Drea Cooper,

Rory McIlroy's 14-year pursuit of a Masters victory at Augusta National-the sole major missing from his career Grand Slam. A hole-by-hole chronicle of the 2025 final round, from his 2011 meltdown through years of disappointment.

Actors : Thomas Müller,
Directors : Andre Hörmann,

Actors : Darrell Hammond, James Downey, Adam Sandler,
Directors : Brent Hodge,

Explores the sketches, contributions and influence of Jim Downey, SNL's longest-running writer who coined "strategery" mocking President George W. Bush and was called the "best political humorist alive."

Actors : Zaya, Brandon Santana,
Directors : Darren Aronofsky,

Immersive and innovative exploration of planet Earth through eyes of two human beings.

Actors : Eduardo De Los Reyes,
Directors : Lorena Muñoz,

In '90s Argentina, the murder of a high school student sparks widespread protests. Retold by her loved ones, this documentary shows their fight for justice.

Actors : Beth Stelling,
Directors : Mo Welch,

Stand-up comedian Beth Stelling filmed on stage in her home town Dayton, Ohio.

Actors : The Kid Laroi,
Directors : Gabriel Gasparinatos,

This documentary traces the meteoric rise of Australia's first drill rap stars, defiant in the face of police's efforts to stop them from performing.