Documentaries shed light on important topics, unearth lost stories, and spark conversation, offering a powerful window into the world. Netflix offers an extensive range of documentaries that are sure to pique your interest, regardless of your interests – be they history, true crime, or just general curiosity. You can watch these ten thought-provoking Netflix documentaries right now.
Downfall: The Cascada Catastrophe (2024): This gripping documentary investigates the shocking collapse of a massive condominium complex in Florida, uncovering the systemic failures and human costs of this tragedy.
My Name is Griselda (2022): Step into the ring with Argentinian boxing champion Griselda Blanco, exploring her rise from poverty to become a ruthless drug lord and the complex legacy she left behind.
Our Planet: Season 2 (2024): This visually stunning sequel to the award-winning nature documentary series takes viewers on a breathtaking journey across the globe, exploring the delicate balance of our planet’s ecosystems and the impact of climate change.
They Call Me Baba (2023): This heartwarming documentary follows Yacoub “Baba” Manasseh, a Syrian refugee who opened a bakery in war-torn Aleppo, offering a beacon of hope and nourishment to his community.
The Janes (2022): This historical documentary sheds light on the courageous group of underground activists known as “Jane” who provided safe and illegal abortions to women in Chicago before Roe v. Wade.
The Tinder Swindler (2022): Prepare to be astonished by this true-crime documentary that exposes the elaborate schemes of a con artist who swindled women out of millions of dollars using the dating app Tinder.
Street Food: Latin America (2023): Embark on a mouthwatering journey through the vibrant street food scene of Latin America. This documentary explores the cultural significance of food, the passion of street vendors, and the unique flavors that define this region.
Icarus (2017): This Oscar-winning documentary begins as an investigation into doping in sports but takes a shocking turn, uncovering a massive international conspiracy.
American Factory (2019): This thought-provoking documentary explores the cultural clash and economic forces at play when a Chinese company takes over a shuttered General Motors factory in Ohio.
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Free Solo (2018): Hold your breath as you witness Alex Honnold’s daring attempt to become the first person to free solo climb El Capitan, a 3,000-foot rock wall in Yosemite National Park. This visually stunning and suspenseful documentary will leave you awestruck.
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