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1. Religulous (2008)

R | 101 min | Documentary, Comedy, War

56 Metascore

Bill Maher's take on the current state of world religion.

Director: Larry Charles | Stars: Bill Maher, Tal Bachman, Jonathan Boulden, Steven Burg

Votes: 60,231 | Gross: $13.00M

2. You Are Here: A Come From Away Story (2018)

84 min | Documentary

You Are Here - A Come From Away Story is an intimate feature documentary that goes deep into the community of Gander, Newfoundland where 38 airliners carrying over 6,500 passengers were ... See full summary »

Director: Moze Mossanen | Stars: Beverley Bass, Reg Batson, Beulah Cooper, Diane Davis

Votes: 340 | Gross: $0.63M

3. Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain (2021)

R | 119 min | Documentary

A documentary about Anthony Bourdain and his career as a chef, writer and host, revered and renowned for his authentic approach to food, culture and travel.

Director: Morgan Neville | Stars: Asia Argento, Anthony Bourdain, Ariane Bourdain, Christopher Bourdain

Votes: 10,089

4. Last Days in Vietnam (2014)

Not Rated | 98 min | Documentary, History, War

86 Metascore

During the final days of the Vietnam War, North Vietnamese forces closed in on Saigon as South Vietnamese resistance crumbled. An unlikely group of heroes emerged as Americans and South Vietnamese took matters into their own hands.

Director: Rory Kennedy | Stars: Richard Nixon, Henry Kissinger, Stuart Herrington, Juan Valdez

Votes: 4,095 | Gross: $0.47M

5. Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004)

R | 122 min | Documentary, Drama, War

67 Metascore

Michael Moore's view on what happened to the United States after September 11 and how the Bush Administration allegedly used the tragic event to push forward its agenda for unjust wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Director: Michael Moore | Stars: Michael Moore, George W. Bush, Ben Affleck, Stevie Wonder

Votes: 132,347 | Gross: $119.19M

6. We Believe (2009)

103 min | Documentary, Sport

A documentary on the love affair between the city of Chicago and its baseball team, the Cubs.

Director: John Scheinfeld | Stars: Gary Sinise, Lou Piniella, Ron Santo, Ryne Sandberg

Votes: 104

7. Pepsi, Where's My Jet? (2022)

TV-MA | 39 min | Documentary, History

When a 20-year-old attempts to win a fighter jet in a Pepsi sweepstakes, he sets the stage for a David versus Goliath court battle for the history books.

Stars: John Leonard, Todd Hoffman, Michael Patti, Jeff Mordos

Votes: 12,319

8. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: The '85 Bears (2016)

TV-G | 101 min | Documentary, Biography, History

One of the greatest football teams ever assembled, the 1985 Chicago Bears were a team of big talent, big egos, and big success. This documentary explores that success and the players behind... See full summary »

Director: Jason Hehir | Stars: Vince Vaughn, Kevin Butler, Jim Covert, Joe Delaney

Votes: 985

9. The Magic Pill (2017)

TV-14 | 91 min | Documentary

People around the globe are combating illness through a paradigm shift in eating. And this simple change -- embracing fat as our main fuel -- is showing profound promise in improving the health of people, animals and the planet.

Director: Robert Tate | Stars: Healthy Emmie, Pete Evans, Nora Gedgaudas, Sara Karan

Votes: 2,319

10. The Grizzlie Truth (2022)

97 min | Documentary, Sport

This a documentary about one of the most important basketball teams from Canada, the Vancouver Grizzlies. The film presents their story, many important moments and the great mystery behind ... See full summary »

Director: Kathleen Jayme | Stars: Kathleen Jayme, Paul Eberhardt, Byron Scott, Bryant Reeves

Votes: 200

11. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Bad Boys (2014)

TV-G | 103 min | Documentary, Biography, History

The Detroit Pistons of the late 1980s and early '90s seemed willing to do anything to win. That characteristic made them loved -- and hated. It earned them the title: Bad Boys.

Director: Zak Levitt | Stars: Kid Rock, Mike Abdenour, Mark Aguirre, Marv Albert

Votes: 1,919

12. Super Size Me (2004)

PG-13 | 100 min | Documentary

73 Metascore

While examining the influence of the fast food industry, Morgan Spurlock personally explores the consequences on his health of a diet of solely McDonald's food for one month.

Director: Morgan Spurlock | Stars: Morgan Spurlock, Daryl Isaacs, Chemeeka Walker, Dania Abu-Rmaileh

Votes: 113,214 | Gross: $11.53M

13. The Tillman Story (2010)

R | 94 min | Documentary, Biography, Mystery

86 Metascore

Chronicles the life of the late Pat Tillman, who walked away from a multimillion-dollar contract with the NFL's Arizona Cardinals in 2002 to join the Army but died from friendly fire in Afghanistan.

Director: Amir Bar-Lev | Stars: Pat Tillman, Josh Brolin, Mary Tillman, Russell Baer

Votes: 5,430 | Gross: $0.80M

14. We Need to Talk About Cosby (2022)

TV-MA | 237 min | Documentary, Biography

Writer/director W. Kamau Bell's exploration of Bill Cosby's descent from "America's Dad" to convicted sexual predator. Comedians, journalists and survivors have a candid, first of its kind conversation about the man, his career and crimes.

Stars: W. Kamau Bell, Jelani Cobb, Doug E. Doug, Godfrey

Votes: 2,682

15. The Lincoln Project (2022)

TV-MA | 57 min | Documentary

Five-part documentary series takes viewers inside the war rooms of the SuperPAC of former elite Republican strategists and consultants who joined forces for the sole purpose of saving democracy by bringing down Donald Trump.

Stars: Stuart Stevens, Rick Wilson, Reed Galen, Mike Madrid

Votes: 409

16. The Seven Five (2014)

R | 104 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime

69 Metascore

Meet the dirtiest cop in NYC history. Michael Dowd stole money and dealt drugs while patrolling the streets of 80s Brooklyn.

Director: Tiller Russell | Stars: Mike Dowd, Ken Eurell, Walter Yurkiw, Chickie

Votes: 6,270 | Gross: $0.01M

17. Storyville (1997– )
Episode: India's Daughter (2015)

63 min | Documentary, Biography

72 Metascore

The life and death of Jyoti Singh, an Indian medical student whose violation and murder by gang rapists exposed the violent misogyny of Indian society.

Director: Leslee Udwin | Stars: Asha Devi, Badri Singh, Satendra, Mukesh Singh

Votes: 2,225

18. The Scheme (I) (2020)

TV-MA | 118 min | Documentary, Crime

The true story of basketball insider Christian Dawkins, who hustled the FBI in a scandal that threatened to take down the NCAA.

Director: Pat Kondelis | Stars: Christian Dawkins, Sean Miller, Will Wade

Votes: 906

19. Theo Fleury: Playing with Fire (2011)

93 min | Documentary, Biography

Theo Fleury was an NHL star. He played for the Calgary Flames, New York Rangers and Chicago Blackhawks. He made 50 million dollars and threw it away on drugs, alcohol and gambling. He ... See full summary »

Directors: Larry Day, Matt Embry | Stars: Theo Fleury, Kerry Fraser, Ron MacLean, Jamie Macoun

Votes: 92

20. This Place Rules (2022)

TV-MA | 82 min | Documentary, Crime, History

Follows events and characters surrounding the January 6th, 2021 insurrection of the U.S. Capital Building in the days preceding the attack.

Director: Andrew Callaghan | Stars: Andrew Callaghan, Joker Gang, Gum Gang, Brittany

Votes: 6,487

21. Marathon Boy (2010)

98 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama

Gemma Atwal's dynamic epic follows four-year-old Budhia, rescued from poverty by Biranchi Das, a larger-than-life judo coach and operator of an orphanage for slum children in the eastern ... See full summary »

Director: Gemma Atwal

Votes: 451

22. Poverty Inc (2014)

112 min | Documentary, History, News

Poverty Inc., traces the history of capitalism, examines corporate globalization, exposes a failed economic system and focuses on America's descent into third world status driven by the new amoral predatory power elite

Directors: Gary Null, Valerie Van Cleve | Stars: Sasha Abramsky, Jordan Belfort, Joel Berg, Steve Brigham

Votes: 80

23. The Armstrong Lie (2013)

R | 124 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

67 Metascore

A documentary chronicling sports legend Lance Armstrong's improbable rise and ultimate fall from grace.

Director: Alex Gibney | Stars: Lance Armstrong, Reed Albergotti, Betsy Andreu, Frankie Andreu

Votes: 7,889 | Gross: $0.38M

24. Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union (2021– )

Documentary, Biography

Multi-part documentary explores the journey of Barack Obama from his early upbringing to the 44th U.S. President, set against the backdrop of the country's unfolding racial history.

Stars: Al Sharpton, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Jelani Cobb, David Remnick

Votes: 1,124

25. Wild Card: The Downfall of a Radio Loudmouth (2020 TV Movie)

TV-MA | 76 min | Documentary, Sport

A documentary that charts the rise and fall of prominent New York sports radio personality Craig Carton.

Directors: Martin Dunn, Marie McGovern | Stars: Craig Carton, Chris Christie, Boomer Esiason

Votes: 273

26. Hitsville: The Making of Motown (2019)

TV-14 | 112 min | Documentary, Music

Documentary film that focuses on the period beginning with the birth of Motown in Detroit in 1958 until its relocation to Los Angeles in the early 1970s.

Directors: Ben Turner, Gabe Turner | Stars: Berry Gordy, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, William Stevenson

Votes: 1,784

27. Get Me Roger Stone (2017)

TV-14 | 92 min | Documentary, Biography

75 Metascore

A documentary exploring the life and career of notorious Republican dirty trickster and longtime Trump adviser, Roger Stone, who helped create the real estate mogul's political career.

Directors: Dylan Bank, Daniel DiMauro, Morgan Pehme | Stars: Roger Stone, Donald Trump, Jane Mayer, Jeffrey Toobin

Votes: 7,732

28. Fyre (2019)

TV-MA | 97 min | Documentary, Crime, Music

75 Metascore

An exclusive behind the scenes look at the infamous unraveling of the Fyre music festival.

Director: Chris Smith | Stars: Billy McFarland, Jason Bell, Gabrielle Bluestone, Shiyuan Deng

Votes: 52,002

29. Before the Flood (2016)

PG | 96 min | Documentary, News

63 Metascore

A look at how climate change affects our environment and what society can do to prevent the demise of endangered species, ecosystems and native communities across the planet.

Director: Fisher Stevens | Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Ban Ki-moon, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Mike Brune

Votes: 28,853

30. The Battered Bastards of Baseball (2014)

80 min | Documentary, Sport

75 Metascore

In 1973, Hollywood actor Bing Russell starts an independent minor league baseball team in Portland consisting of outcasts and misfits, and turns them into unlikely overnight success.

Directors: Chapman Way, Maclain Way | Stars: Lou Russell, Kurt Russell, Ken Wheeler, Todd Field

Votes: 4,575

31. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: 9.79* (2012)

TV-G | 81 min | Documentary, Biography, History

In the history of the Olympics, there's never been a controversy quite like what ensued over the 100 meter race at Seoul in 1988. The match brought together Carl Lewis (USA) and Ben Johnson... See full summary »

Director: Daniel Gordon | Stars: Don Catlin, Linford Christie, Robson da Silva, Joe Douglas

Votes: 1,008

32. Big Men (2013)

Not Rated | 99 min | Documentary

90 Metascore

The film's central story follows a small group of American explorers at Dallas-based oil company Kosmos Energy. Between 2007 and 2011, with unprecedented, independent access, Big Men's ... See full summary »

Director: Rachel Boynton

Votes: 657 | Gross: $0.04M

33. One in a Billion (2016)

69 min | Documentary, Sport

In a country of 1.2 billion people and in a sport with billions of fans worldwide, there has yet to be a single Indian-born player drafted in the NBA. One in a Billion follows the global ... See full summary »

Director: Roman Gackowski | Stars: Dan Barto, Balbir Singh Bhamara, Satnam Singh Bhamara, Larry Bird

Votes: 593

34. Knuckleball! (2012)

Not Rated | 93 min | Documentary, Sport

73 Metascore

A documentary that showcases baseball's most unpredictable pitch.

Directors: Ricki Stern, Anne Sundberg | Stars: Tim Wakefield, Dave Lennon, Jim Bouton, Charles Hough

Votes: 1,782

35. Kicking It (2008)

Not Rated | 98 min | Documentary, Sport

The lives of homeless people are changed forever through an international soccer competition. This film follows six players as they set off for Cape Town, South Africa to play in the Homeless World Cup.

Directors: Susan Koch, Jeff Werner | Stars: Colin Farrell, Brandon Francis

Votes: 390

36. The Bill Murray Stories: Life Lessons Learned from a Mythical Man (2018)

TV-MA | 70 min | Documentary

This documentary explores various urban legends around Hollywood's most elusive star.

Director: Tommy Avallone | Stars: David Allan, Balu Art, Tommy Avallone, John Barnhardt

Votes: 2,275

37. Happy (2012)

Not Rated | 76 min | Documentary, Drama, Family

Happy takes us on a journey from the swamps of Louisiana to the slums of Kolkata in search of what really makes people happy.

Director: Roko Belic | Stars: Marci Shimoff, Ed Diener, Richard Davidson, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Votes: 3,380

38. Fake Famous (2021 TV Movie)

TV-MA | 87 min | Documentary

Documentary follows an actress, fashion designer and real estate assistant who attempt to become social media influencers by purchasing fake followers and bots to boost their popularity.

Director: Nick Bilton | Stars: Christopher Bailey, Osiris Bashir, Justine Bateman, Shannon Dee

Votes: 2,235

39. Lennox Lewis: The Untold Story (2020)

96 min | Documentary, Biography

An inside look at the career of Lennox Lewis from his rough upbringing to the Olympics and the professional ranks where he established himself as one of the greats in the history of the sport.

Directors: Seth Koch, Rick Lazes | Stars: Dr. Dre, Lennox Lewis, Mike Tyson, Jim Lampley

Votes: 323

40. Andre the Giant (2018 TV Movie)

TV-14 | 85 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

A look at the life and career of professional wrestler André Roussimoff, who gained notoriety in the 1980s as Andre the Giant.

Director: Jason Hehir | Stars: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Rob Reiner

Votes: 6,853

41. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Doc & Darryl (2016)

TV-G | 78 min | Documentary, Biography, History

When former New York Mets superstars Dwight "Doc" Gooden and Darryl Strawberry were good, they were great. They were the biggest stars on a team that captured the imagination of New York ... See full summary »

Directors: Judd Apatow, Michael Bonfiglio | Stars: Dwight Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, Ron Dock, Bob Forrest

Votes: 615

42. What's My Name: Muhammad Ali (2019)

TV-14 | 165 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

One of the most iconic figures in athletic history, Muhammad Ali's incredible story from world champion boxer to inspiring social activist is explored through his own voice and never-before-seen archival material.

Director: Antoine Fuqua | Stars: Bill Cosby, Jim Brown, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Diana Ross

Votes: 2,435

43. Tina (I) (2021)

TV-MA | 118 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

81 Metascore

Exclusive access to the Grammy Award-winning artist to celebrate her career.

Directors: Daniel Lindsay, T.J. Martin | Stars: Tina Turner, Carl Arrington, Ike Turner, Lejeune Richardson

Votes: 6,333

44. Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken! (2017)

PG-13 | 93 min | Documentary

61 Metascore

Morgan Spurlock reignites his battle with the food industry - this time from behind the register - as he opens his own fast food restaurant.

Director: Morgan Spurlock | Stars: Morgan Spurlock, Jonathan Buttram, Doug Brown, Bobby Flay

Votes: 5,516

45. After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News (2020)

TV-MA | 95 min | Documentary

A look at the ongoing threat caused by the phenomenon of "fake news" in the U.S., focusing on the real-life consequences that disinformation, conspiracy theories and false news stories have on the average citizen.

Director: Andrew Rossi | Stars: Jack Burkman, Elizabeth Williamson, Molly McKew, Troy Michalik

Votes: 1,868

46. The Last Dance (2020)

TV-MA | 49 min | Documentary, Biography, History

Led by Michael Jordan, the 1990s Chicago Bulls establish themselves as one of the most notable dynasties in sports history.

Stars: Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, Scottie Pippen, David Aldridge

Votes: 151,651

47. Tiger (2021)

TV-MA | 96 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

A look at the life, success and scandals of golf legend Tiger Woods.

Stars: Tiger Woods, Pete McDaniel, Steve Williams, Bryant Gumbel

Votes: 4,971

48. Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off (2022)

TV-MA | 135 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

75 Metascore

Follows famous skater Tony Hawk's personal life, career and relationship with skateboarding, including never-before-seen footage and unprecedented access to Hawk, along with interviews with figures from the skateboarding world.

Director: Sam Jones | Stars: Tony Hawk, Stacy Peralta, Riley Hawk, Rob Roy Fitzgerald

Votes: 4,671

49. Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song (2021)

PG-13 | 118 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

70 Metascore

This documentary explores the life of singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen as seen through the prism of his internationally renowned hymn, "Hallelujah".

Directors: Daniel Geller, Dayna Goldfine | Stars: Leonard Cohen, Nancy Bacal, Steve Berkowitz, Jeff Buckley

Votes: 1,290 | Gross: $1.06M

50. Three Identical Strangers (2018)

PG-13 | 96 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama

81 Metascore

In 1980 New York, three young men who were all adopted meet each other and find out they're triplets who were separated at birth. But their quest to find out why turns into a bizarre and sinister mystery.

Director: Tim Wardle | Stars: Robert Shafran, Michael Domnitz, Howard Schneider, Ellen Cervone

Votes: 39,484 | Gross: $12.32M

51. Love Means Zero (2017)

TV-PG | 89 min | Documentary

Nick Bollettieri coached a generation of tennis champions, but his relentless desire to win cost him the relationship he valued most.

Director: Jason Kohn | Stars: Nick Bollettieri, Andre Agassi, Carling Bassett, John F. Bassett

Votes: 489

52. Citizenfour (2014)

R | 114 min | Documentary, Biography

88 Metascore

A documentarian and a reporter travel to Hong Kong for the first of many meetings with Edward Snowden.

Director: Laura Poitras | Stars: Edward Snowden, Glenn Greenwald, William Binney, Jacob Appelbaum

Votes: 57,939 | Gross: $2.80M

53. Imagine: John Lennon (1988)

R | 100 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

A biography of the rock music star.

Director: Andrew Solt | Stars: John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Paul McCartney, George Harrison

Votes: 5,179 | Gross: $3.75M

54. Mansome (2012)

PG-13 | 82 min | Documentary

35 Metascore

A documentary that explores the question: In the age of manscaping, metrosexuals, and grooming products galore - what does it mean to be a man?

Director: Morgan Spurlock | Stars: Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, Morgan Spurlock, Zach Galifianakis

Votes: 2,938 | Gross: $0.02M

55. The Russian Five (2018)

Not Rated | 102 min | Documentary, Sport

75 Metascore

In the late 1980s, the Detroit Red Wings worked to finally break their decades long Stanley Cup drought by extracting players from the Soviet Union, and in the process, changed the way North American hockey is played.

Director: Joshua Riehl | Stars: Scotty Bowman, Don Cherry, Michael Chovich, Jeff Daniels

Votes: 1,420 | Gross: $0.49M

56. Kareem: Minority of One (2015)

TV-PG | 90 min | Documentary

The life and career of the NBA's all-time leading scorer; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Billy Crystal, Arsenio Hall, Magic Johnson

Votes: 1,044

57. Bears (I) (2014)

G | 78 min | Documentary, Family

68 Metascore

A documentary that follows an Alaskan bear family as its young cubs are taught life's most important lessons.

Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey, Adam Chapman | Star: John C. Reilly

Votes: 7,091 | Gross: $17.77M

58. Kings of Coke (2022)

83 min | Documentary, Crime, History

A ragtag gang of Irish bank robbers from Montreal rose to become one of North America's most feared criminal organizations.

Director: Julian Sher | Stars: Dan Burke, David McGee, Kathy Dobson, D'Arcy O'Connor

Votes: 161

59. Clusterf**k: Woodstock '99 (2022)

TV-MA | 47 min | Documentary, History, Music

Woodstock 1969 promised peace and music, but its '99 revival delivered days of rage, riots and real harm. Why did it go so horribly wrong?

Stars: Ananda Lewis, Heather Eason Liposky, Colin Speir, John Scher

Votes: 21,424

60. Navalny (2022)

R | 99 min | Documentary, Biography

82 Metascore

Follows the man who survived an assassination attempt by poisoning with a lethal nerve agent in August 2020. During his months-long recovery he makes shocking discoveries about the attempt on his life and decides to return home.

Director: Daniel Roher | Stars: Alexei Navalny, Yulia Navalnaya, Christo Grozev, Dasha Navalnaya

Votes: 29,804

61. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Big Shot (2013)

TV-G | 79 min | Documentary, Biography, History

In 1996, the once-dominant New York Islanders were in serious trouble. Lousy performance and poor management were driving away the hockey franchise's loyal fan base. The team hit bottom. ... See full summary »

Director: Kevin Connolly | Stars: Kevin Connolly, Wayne Gretzky, Vanessa Jova, Rick Pugliese

Votes: 735

62. I Am Burt Reynolds (2020)

91 min | Documentary, Biography

The ups and downs of Burt Reynolds' career and private life, especially with Loni Anderson and his adopted son.

Director: Adrian Buitenhuis | Stars: Adam Rifkin, Alfie Wise, Ann Scurry, Ariel Winter

Votes: 347

63. Manhunt: The Inside Story of the Hunt for Bin Laden (2013)

TV-14 | 102 min | Documentary, History, War

Filled with testimony and recollections from actual C.I.A. agents, this in-depth account reveals the remarkable true story of the pursuit of the world's most notorious terrorist, Osama bin Laden.

Director: Greg Barker | Stars: Osama bin Laden, Nada Bakos, Marty Martin, Cindy Storer

Votes: 1,171

64. Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth (2013 TV Special)

TV-MA | 90 min | Comedy

Mike Tyson's one-man show is a fascinating journey into his storied life and career.

Director: Philip Marcus | Star: Mike Tyson

Votes: 3,212

65. The Announcement (2012 TV Movie)

90 min | Documentary

An in-depth look at the career of NBA star Earvin "Magic" Johnson and the days leading up to and the years following his announcement to the world that he was HIV-positive.

Director: Nelson George | Stars: Magic Johnson, Cookie Johnson, Pat Riley, James Worthy

Votes: 573

66. Right America: Feeling Wronged - Some Voices from the Campaign Trail (2009 TV Movie)

Not Rated | 43 min | Documentary

On the night Barack Obama was elected our 44th President, more than 58 million voters cast their ballots for John McCain. Journalist/filmmaker Alexandra Pelosi presents this first-person, ... See full summary »

Director: Alexandra Pelosi | Stars: Jonathan Alter, Carl Cameron, Katie Couric, Howard Fineman

Votes: 430

67. Be Water (2020)

105 min | Documentary

Rejected by Hollywood, Bruce Lee returned to Hong Kong to complete four films. Charting his struggles in two worlds, Be Water explores questions of identity and representation through rare archive, intimate interviews, and his writings.

Director: Bao Nguyen | Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Muhammad Ali, Linda Lee Cadwell, James Garner

Votes: 2,043

68. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Broke (2012)

TV-G | 78 min | Documentary, Biography, History

According to a 2009 Sports Illustrated article, 60 percent of former NBA players are broke within five years of retirement. By the time they have been retired for two years, 78% of former ... See full summary »

Director: Billy Corben | Stars: Homer Bush, Ed Butowsky, Dan Charnas, Murray Chass

Votes: 1,318

69. The Great Hack (2019)

TV-MA | 114 min | Documentary, Biography, History

The Cambridge Analytica scandal is examined through the roles of several affected persons.

Directors: Karim Amer, Jehane Noujaim | Stars: Brittany Kaiser, David Carroll, Paul-Olivier Dehaye, Ravi Naik

Votes: 25,005

70. Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind (2018)

TV-MA | 116 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

74 Metascore

An intimate look into the life and work of the revered master comedian and actor, Robin Williams.

Director: Marina Zenovich | Stars: Robin Williams, Mark Rasmussen, Stan Wilson, John Houseman

Votes: 9,149

71. Ballplayer: Pelotero (2011)

Not Rated | 77 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

75 Metascore

Two top baseball prospects in the Dominican Republic face fierce competition and corruption as they chase their big league dreams.

Directors: Ross Finkel, Trevor Martin, Jon Paley | Stars: Jean Carlos Batista, Miguel Angel Sano, John Leguizamo

Votes: 506 | Gross: $0.04M

72. The Social Dilemma (2020)

PG-13 | 94 min | Documentary, Drama

78 Metascore

Explores the dangerous human impact of social networking; tech experts sound the alarm on their own creations.

Director: Jeff Orlowski-Yang | Stars: Tristan Harris, Jeff Seibert, Bailey Richardson, Joe Toscano

Votes: 89,366

73. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: I Hate Christian Laettner (2015)

TV-G | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, History

He made perhaps the most dramatic shot in the history of the NCAA basketball tournament. He's the only player to start in four consecutive Final Fours, and was instrumental in Duke winning ... See full summary »

Director: Rory Karpf | Stars: Rob Lowe, Christian Laettner, Dick Vitale, Mike Krzyzewski

Votes: 1,741

74. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Rand University (2014)

TV-G | 51 min | Documentary, Biography, History

Life story of NFL wide receiver Randy Moss who grew up in Rand, West Virginia. Made by filmmaker Marquis Daisy in a journey back to the small town where troubles with the law nearly ... See full summary »

Director: Marquis Daisy | Stars: Bobby Bowden, Cris Carter, Lou Holtz, Chuck McGill

Votes: 773

75. Inside Job (2010)

PG-13 | 109 min | Documentary, Crime

88 Metascore

Takes a closer look at what brought about the 2008 financial meltdown.

Director: Charles Ferguson | Stars: Matt Damon, Gylfi Zoega, Andri Snær Magnason, Sigridur Benediktsdottir

Votes: 78,911 | Gross: $4.31M

76. I Am Chris Farley (2015)

Not Rated | 96 min | Documentary, Biography

58 Metascore

A documentary on the life of comedian, Chris Farley.

Directors: Brent Hodge, Derik Murray | Stars: Christina Applegate, Tom Arnold, Dan Aykroyd, Lorri Bagley

Votes: 3,640

77. The Last Tourist (2021)

100 min | Documentary

Travel is at a tipping point. From Caribbean beaches to remote villages in Kenya, forgotten voices reveal the real conditions and consequences of one of the largest industries in the world. The role of the modern tourist is on trial.

Director: Tyson Sadler | Stars: Alexander Ayling, Lem Baing, Elizabeth Becker, Lek Chailert

Votes: 368

78. Rock 'n' Roll Guns for Hire: The Story of the Sidemen (2017)

90 min | Documentary

Sidemen were musicians for hire that elevated tracks from B-sides to hits and deep cuts. Earl Slick explores the hidden men/women that made the likes of Prince, Bowie and the Stones sound even better than they were.

Director: Francis Whately | Stars: Earl Slick, Bernard Fowler, Mick Jagger, Ronnie Wood

Votes: 98

79. 537 Votes (2020)

TV-MA | 109 min | Documentary

The international custody battle over six-year old Elian Gonzalez triggers a political earthquake in Miami-Dade County in 2000, swaying the outcome of the presidential election.

Director: Billy Corben | Stars: Ben Affleck, Fernand Amandi, Ann Louise Bardach, Mitchell Berger

Votes: 889

80. Clerk (2021)

115 min | Documentary, Biography

51 Metascore

A documentary on the career and life of filmmaker and raconteur Kevin Smith.

Director: Malcolm Ingram | Stars: Betty Aberlin, Joey Lauren Adams, Marc Bernardin, Raquel Castro

Votes: 663

81. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Bernie and Ernie (2013)

TV-G | 52 min | Documentary, Biography, History

Bernard King arrived to Knoxville, he was only the third African American ever to play for the Vols' varsity team. By the time he left he was a legend. In his freshman year he dazzled fans ... See full summary »

Director: Jason Hehir | Star: Chuck D

Votes: 558

82. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Catholics Vs. Convicts (2016)

TV-G | 102 min | Documentary, Biography, History

On October 15, 1988, Notre Dame hosted the University of Miami in what would become one of the greatest games in college football history. It was tradition vs. swagger, the No. 4-ranked ... See full summary »

Director: Patrick Creadon

Votes: 626

83. Where to Invade Next (2015)

R | 120 min | Documentary, Comedy

64 Metascore

To learn what the USA can learn from other nations, Michael Moore playfully "invades" them to see what they have to offer.

Director: Michael Moore | Stars: Michael Moore, Johnny Fancelli, Christina Fancelli, Lorena Lardini

Votes: 25,692 | Gross: $3.82M

84. Being Canadian (2015)

Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary, Comedy

What does it actually mean to be Canadian? This humorous documentary, featuring interviews with a who's-who of famous media related Canadians, hopes to find the answer.

Director: Robert Cohen | Stars: Robert Cohen, Kathy Griffin, Conan O'Brien, Dan Aykroyd

Votes: 988

85. The True Story of WrestleMania (2011 Video)

PG | 122 min | Action, Sport

It is the most anticipated yearly event in Sports Entertainment, an annual pop culture touch point. For more than 25 years, WrestleMania has hosted the biggest matches, the biggest stars, ... See full summary »

Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: Lou Albano, Ken Anderson, Kurt Angle, Steve Austin

Votes: 521

86. Tough Guy: The Bob Probert Story (2019)

94 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

Archival footage and personal testimonials present an intimate portrait of the life and career of legendary NHL tough guy Bob Probert.

Director: Geordie Day | Stars: Bruce Bell, Don Cadarian, Colin Campbell, Chris Chelios

Votes: 662

87. Back in Time (2015)

Not Rated | 95 min | Documentary, Family, History

A look at the immense cultural impact of the Back to the Future trilogy 30 years after McFly and Brown went on an epic adventure.

Director: Jason Aron | Stars: Steven Spielberg, Michael J. Fox, Robert Zemeckis, Christopher Lloyd

Votes: 4,317

88. Cartel Land (2015)

R | 100 min | Documentary

76 Metascore

Filmmaker Matthew Heineman examines the state of the ongoing drug problem along the U.S.-Mexican border.

Director: Matthew Heineman | Stars: Tim Foley, José Manuel 'El Doctor' Mireles, Paco Valencia, Chaneque

Votes: 18,821 | Gross: $0.70M

89. GLOW: The Story of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (2012)

TV-PG | 76 min | Documentary

GLOW: The Story of The Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling chronicles the rise and fall of the first ever all-female wrestling show through the stories of those who lived it.

Director: Brett Whitcomb | Stars: Emily Dole, Dee Booher, Larry Whistler, Tracee Meltzer

Votes: 1,676

90. You Laugh But It's True (2011)

Not Rated | 84 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

In the world of stand-up comedy in South Africa, Trevor Noah uses his childhood experiences in a biracial family during apartheid to prepare for his first one-man show.

Director: David Paul Meyer | Stars: Loyiso Gola, Rabin Harduth, Kagiso Lediga, David Newton

Votes: 1,214

91. George Carlin's American Dream (2022)

TV-MA | 217 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

Interviews with George Carlin's family and friends, material from his stand-up specials and footage from his personal archive.

Stars: Kelly Carlin, Patrick Carlin, Chris Rock, Patton Oswalt

Votes: 3,998

92. Iverson (2014)

Not Rated | 106 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

Iverson is the ultimate legacy of NBA legend Allen Iverson, who rose from a childhood of crushing poverty in Hampton, Virginia, to become an 11-time NBA All-Star and universally recognized ... See full summary »

Director: Zatella Beatty | Stars: Allen Iverson, Tom Brokaw, Larry Brown, Dwyane Wade

Votes: 4,094

93. No No: A Dockumentary (2014)

Not Rated | 100 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

68 Metascore

The life and times of major league pitcher Dock Ellis are explored in this revealing documentary.

Director: Jeffrey Radice | Stars: Enos Cabell, Dave Cash, Roberto Clemente Jr., Vera Clemente

Votes: 1,744

94. President in Waiting (2020)

77 min | Documentary, History

"I am nothing, but could be everything," said John Adams 1st Vice President of the United States. "President in Waiting" offers a remarkable living history of the Vice Presidency. For the ... See full summary »

Director: Jeffrey Roth | Stars: Joe Biden, George W. Bush, Jimmy Carter, Dick Cheney

Votes: 69

95. The Fog of War (2003)

PG-13 | 107 min | Documentary, Biography, History

87 Metascore

The story of America as seen through the eyes of the former Secretary of Defense under President John F. Kennedy and President Lyndon B. Johnson, Robert McNamara.

Director: Errol Morris | Stars: Robert McNamara, John F. Kennedy, Fidel Castro, Richard Nixon

Votes: 25,032 | Gross: $4.20M

96. The Sheik (2014)

Not Rated | 95 min | Documentary, Biography

The Sheik is a pop culture documentary that chronicles Khosrow Vaziri's electrifying career. From his upbringing in Iran, to his journey in America, to his unprecedented experiences as America's most hated villain.

Director: Igal Hecht | Stars: Khosrow Vaziri, Jack Black, Jim Duggan, Mick Foley

Votes: 1,323

97. Black Ice (2022)

R | 96 min | Documentary, Sport

82 Metascore

Black Ice exposes a history of racism in hockey through the untold stories of Black hockey players, both past and present, in a predominantly white sport.

Director: Hubert Davis | Stars: P.K. Subban, Marcel Albers

Votes: 337

98. Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things (2015)

Not Rated | 78 min | Documentary

How might your life be better with less?

Director: Matt D'Avella | Stars: Dan Harris, Ryan Nicodemus, Rick Hanson, Jesse Jacobs

Votes: 16,714

99. Rolling Stone: Stories from the Edge (2017)

TV-MA | 240 min | Documentary, Music

A look at 50 years of the iconic magazine features interviews with and footage of journalists, photographers and performers who have graced its pages since it was launched by publisher Jann Wenner in 1967. In 2 parts.

Directors: Blair Foster, Alex Gibney | Stars: Cameron Crowe, Jeff Daniels, Johnny Depp, Annie Leibovitz

Votes: 638

100. The Carter Effect (2017)

TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Sport

In his latest documentary, Sean Menard gives viewers an unprecedented look at Vince Carter: the six-foot-six, eight-time NBA All-Star from Daytona Beach who made waves in the Canadian basketball scene when he joined the Raptors in 1998.

Director: Sean Menard | Stars: David Stern, Drake, Steve Nash, Director X

Votes: 2,509



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