Best Documentary movies of recent years

Actors : Phil Wickham, Brandon Engman, Lady Colin Campbell, Isabel Vincent, Hodges Usry, Lauren Daigle,
Directors : Phil Cunningham, Hodges Usry, Brent Dawes,

Monaco, 1999: Billionaire banker Edmond Safra is found dead in his penthouse. The documentary examines the puzzling circumstances surrounding this wealthy financier's murder.

Actors : Jim Jordan, Russ Hellickson, Richard Strauss, Jon Wertheim, Ilann Maazel, Mark Coleman,
Directors : Eva Orner,

Jon Wertheim's cover story detailing the decades-long abuse scandal in the athletic department at Ohio State University.

Actors : Sharon Hartstein, Eric Gempp, Nathan Carman,
Directors : Yon Motskin,

A fishing trip ends in tragedy when Linda Carman vanishes at sea leaving her son Nathan adrift for days. His rescue stirs up questions about his grandfather's murder and ignites a battle over inheritance that leads to shocking revelations.

Actors : Carson Giles, Carson, Jonny Makeup, Dov Charney,
Directors : Sally Rose Griffiths,

American Apparel rises as a major fashion brand in the 2000s, but its success under CEO Dov Charney masks workplace issues. As financial troubles grow and harassment claims emerge, employees face the reality of a toxic environment.

Actors : Trevor Noah,
Directors : David Paul Meyer,

Trevor Noah recounts his amusing travels around the world, from foreign national anthems to different cultural norms.

Actors : Steve Schmidt, Ken Peters, Eboo Patel,
Directors : Stephen Ujlaki, Christopher Jacob Jones,

Exposes how Christian Nationalism has become the most powerful anti-democratic force in America. Leaders join forces to defend our country from this march to fascism, but American citizens seem unaware of the threat.

Actors : Abdullah Barzani, Graeme Barker, Emma Pomeroy,
Directors : Ashley Gething,

A unique excavation unravels the complex and creative nature of Neanderthals, shattering preconceptions through the lens of a landmark discovery - the best-preserved Neanderthal skeleton found in over 25 years.

Actors : Ménick, Jeremy Filosa, Rodger Brulotte,
Directors : Jean-François Poisson,

An investigation into the downfall of the Montreal Expos, Canada's first Major League Baseball team and who was ultimately responsible.

Actors : Andrew Schulz,
Directors : Troy Miller,

Filmed at NYC's Beacon Theatre, Andrew Schulz's new comedy special covers his experiences with starting a family and going through IVF treatments

Actors : Rosie O'Donnell, Guy Branum, Judy Gold,
Directors : Page Hurwitz,

A feature length documentary that explores the history of LGBTQ+ stand up comedy, considering its importance as an instrument for social change over the past five decades.

Actors : Steve McNair, Robert Gaddy, Jeff Fisher,
Directors : Taylor Alexander Ward, Rodney Lucas,

This documentary tracks the rise of legendary NFL quarterback Steve McNair and the perplexing details surrounding his shocking murder in 2009.

Actors : Peter Kerkhof, Patrick Peys, Agim De Bruycker,
Directors : Mark Lewis,

In 2003, elite thieves dubbed 'The School of Turin' pulled off a historic heist at a supposedly unbreakable vault in Antwerp's diamond district, making off with hundreds of millions in gems that remain missing today.

Actors : Roger E. Broggie, Milt Albright, Walt Disney,
Directors : Leslie Iwerks,

Hundreds of craftspeople brought Walt Disney's impossible dream of Disneyland to life in 1955. Rare archival footage and recordings reveal their untold stories of artistry and determination.

Actors : Keoni TeTawa Bowthorpe, Mike Bolton, Ocean Ramsey,
Directors : James Reed, Harrison Macks,

Marine conservationist and social media activist Ocean Ramsey fearlessly swims with sharks in this documentary about her risky mission to protect them.

Actors : Sascha Crasnow, Bastian the Talking Terrier, Joelle Andres,
Directors : Andy Mitchell,

Embark on a delightful journey into the world of dogs in this documentary that reveals scientific and emotional insights about our lovable BFFs.

Actors : Kelly Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne,
Directors : Tania Alexander,

Ozzy Osbourne faces his identity and mortality after his world stops. Dealing with health issues and Parkinson's, he questions if he can perform again while music remains his life's cornerstone.

Actors : Sue Coleman, Shannon Price, Gary Coleman,
Directors : Robin Dashwood,

Explores Gary Coleman's rise to fame as a child star, his struggles with living in the spotlight, financial troubles, depression, and the controversy surrounding his tragic death at age 42, providing insight into his private world.

Actors : Dan Sheppard, Tarion Partridge, Joey Carbstrong,
Directors : Joey Carbstrong,

An ex gang member's love for pigs spurs him on a life-risking mission to uncover the truth behind 'bacon'.

Actors : Russ McKamey, Gabi Hardiman, Melissa Everly,
Directors : Andrew Renzi,

Follows the story of Russ McKamey. The Navy Veteran turned master of horror, who lures horror enthusiasts into his web.

Actors : Megan Thee Stallion,
Directors : Nneka Onuorah,

Captures Megan Thee Stallion's rise to stardom, navigating fame, grief, and success. It offers unprecedented access to the multi-faceted artist, unpacking her vulnerable moments and allowing to meet the real Megan Pete behind the persona.