Best Documentary movies of recent years

Actors : Rachel, Kannon Davis, Quinn Davis,
Directors : Jessica Dimmock, Zackary Canepari,

A tracing of the $3 billion active shooter preparedness industry in the United States and its effect on students and educators.

Actors : Emma Lovett, Gábor Hörcher, Eddie Lovett,
Directors : Gábor Hörcher,

Emma and Eddie live two lives: one on social media and one in real life. The webcam couple is out to save their marriage by starting their own adult web-studio in Eastern Europe.

Actors : J. Randall Price, Jerren Lewis, Andrew J. Fabich,
Directors : Ralph Strean,

Noah's Ark withstands a global flood, corroborated by scientific evidence across disciplines. A team exposes the truth behind this ancient tale found in cultures worldwide, confirming the Biblical account.

Actors : Harriet Walter, Juan Aneiros, Peter Serafinowicz,
Directors : Jon Spira,

Follows fresh interviews, archival footage, and various animation techniques like marionation to recreate one of the world's leading actors on screen, bringing them back to life through innovative methods.

Actors : Georgie Hill, Damon Hill,
Directors : Alex Holmes,

Featuring exclusive, intimate interviews with Damon and his family - tells how he overcame the adversity of losing his legendary father Graham Hill to follow in his footsteps and become a world champion himself.

Actors : Sukun Rasaili, Sundari Mishra, Maya Bhandari,
Directors : Radha Shrestha, Tosit Ghatane,

Four Nepali women overcome domestic servitude, human trafficking, disability discrimination, and caste prejudice through acting, entrepreneurship, priesthood, and handicrafts, challenging societal norms with resilience.

Actors : Travis Ford, Sterling Davis, Adam Burke,
Directors : Bryce Dallas Howard,

It explores the extraordinary relationship between animals and their people around the world. Highlighting dogs, cats, pigs, goats, and birds of prey, Pets takes us on a lovely journey that celebrates love, loss, and licks along the way.

Actors : David Asher, Adam Andrzejewski, Anthony Fauci,
Directors : Jenner Furst,

Award-winning documentarian Jenner Furst seeks answers from Dr. Fauci about the origins of COVID-19

Actors : My Vingren, Anika Collier Navaroli, Imran Ahmed,
Directors : Simon Klose,

A brave journalist adopts a fake identity to infiltrate online white supremacist groups, revealing dangerous networks of hate and extremism spreading across international borders.

Actors : James Corden, Jonathan Ross, Jack Whitehall,
Directors : John Dower,

Follows Freddie Flintoff's cricket career, his recovery from a near-fatal car crash while filming "Top Gear" in 2022, and his return to cricket.

Actors : Chris Hemsworth, Craig Hemsworth, Carlos Barrionuevo,
Directors : Tom Barbor-Might,

Chris Hemsworth helps his father Craig, diagnosed with Alzheimer's, by taking him on a memory-filled road trip across Australia, exploring how social bonds and connection can protect brain health and fight dementia.

Actors : Haseeb Hussain, Jane Doe, 4everChantel,

Explore the biographical film that delves into the controversial personal life of Chris Brown, an iconic singer while exploring allegations of domestic violence, assault charges and sexual misconduct.

Actors : Yoo Jeong-yeon, Kim Da-Hyun, Son Chae-young,
Directors : Wasabimayo,

Nine talented performers rise to K-pop stardom as TWICE, conquering global charts and hearts. As they mark 10 years together, this intimate look reveals their journey, bond, and special connection with fans called ONCE.

Actors : Khaled Alenzi, David Gasman,
Directors : Lilou Lemaire,

From the turtles of the Farasan Islands to the ibexes roaming the Asir mountains, this documentary showcases Saudi Arabia's rich wildlife and breathtaking landscapes

Actors : Saquon Barkley, Alibay Barkley Jr., Tiki Barber,
Directors : Alexander Pappas,

Saquon Barkley's journey to Super Bowl glory with the Philadelphia Eagles, showcasing his resilience through injury and contract disputes as an elite NFL running back, and his unwavering character as a devoted father, husband, and friend.

Actors : Adrienne Iapalucci,
Directors : Louis C.K.,

Comedian Adrienne Iapalucci takes aim at our public figures, awkward tribute tattoos, virtue signaling and more in this unfiltered stand-up special.

Actors : Ilana Glazer,
Directors : Jeff Tomsic,

Explores Ilana Glazer's high school experiences, tackling life's realities, and her journey as an unconventional mother who uses marijuana.

Actors : Olivia Rodrigo, Troy Kotsur, Jess Alexander, Paula Cole, Sarah McLachlan, Johnny Sequoyah,
Directors : Ally Pankiw, Johannes Roberts,

Explores the 1990s all-female music festival Lilith Fair.

Actors : Guru Randhawa, Kate Ellis, Babbu Mann, Guggu Gill, Gemma Doherty, Bono,
Directors : Dheeraj Rattan, Andrew Dominik,

Bono shares life stories and U2 songs in an intimate show, exploring relationships with family, friends, and faith. Features unseen footage from his Beacon Theatre performances of "Stories of Surrender."

Actors : Francis Ford Coppola, Eleanor Coppola, Adam Driver,
Directors : Mike Figgis,

A behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis (2024).