Best 28 Documentary Movies Popular from 2021

Friends (1994) reunion special hosted by James Corden in which the main cast revisit the sets of the original show, meet with celebrity guests, do table reads and re-enactments of episodes, and share behind-the-scenes footage. Details on Friends: The Reunion / IMDB / YouTube

A musical comedy special shot and performed by Bo Burnham, alone, over the course of a very unusual year. Get info on Bo Burnham: Inside / IMDB / YouTube

Passionate about ocean life, a filmmaker sets out to document the harm that humans do to marine species - and uncovers alarming global corruption. Get info on Seaspiracy / IMDB / YouTube

Fearless Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja embarks on a seemingly impossible quest to summit all 14 of the world's 8,000-meter peaks in seven months. Learn about 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible / IMDB / YouTube

When Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi disappears in Istanbul, his fiancée and dissidents around the world piece together the clues to a murder and expose a global cover up. See more about The Dissident / IMDB / YouTube

Through exclusive interviews and archival footage, this documentary traces an intimate portrait of seven-time Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher. Info on Schumacher / IMDB / YouTube

A chronicle of the enthralling, against-all-odds story that transfixed the world in 2018: the daring rescue of twelve boys and their coach from deep inside a flooded cave in Northern Thailand. Check out The Rescue / IMDB / YouTube

A man look back over his life as he grapples with a painful secret he has keep hidden for 20 years, one that threatens to derail the life he has built for himself and his soon to be husband. See more about Flee / IMDB / YouTube

Marc-André Leclerc climbs alone, far from the limelight. The free-spirited 23-year-old makes some of the boldest solo ascents in history. With no cameras and no margin for error, Leclerc's approach is the essence of solo adventure. Details on The Alpinist / IMDB / YouTube

A documentary centering on the daily life of actor Val Kilmer, featuring never-before-seen footage spanning 40 years. Details on Val / IMDB / YouTube

Documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African-American music and culture and promoted Black pride and unity. Explore Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) / IMDB / YouTube

Follow three professional video game players as they overcome personal adversity, family pressures, and the realities of life to compete in a $1,000,000 tournament that could change their lives forever. Find out about Free to Play / IMDB / YouTube

A glimpse into infectious disease specialist, Dr. Anthony Fauci who has led the U.S. fight against every epidemic the country has faced from AIDS to SARS to Ebola, and the ongoing COVID-19. Learn about Fauci / IMDB / YouTube

This documentary explores the murder of DeeDee Blanchard by her daughter Gypsy Rose, as well as the circumstances leading up to the event. Explore Mommy Dead and Dearest / IMDB / YouTube

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. Check out Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain / IMDB / YouTube

Famous comedian Cem Yilmaz tells stories about social media, Turkish holidays abroad and his own childhood in this satirical and candid stand-up show Get info on Cem Yilmaz: Diamond Elite Platinum Plus / IMDB / YouTube

An intimate look at the singer-songwriter's journey, navigating life on the road, on stage, in the streets and at home, while creating her debut album. Details on Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry / IMDB / YouTube

Reenactments drive this documentary investigating the mastermind behind a scam to sneak the kids of rich and famous families into top US universities. Info on Operation Varsity Blues / IMDB / YouTube

Journalist Jenny Eliscu and filmmaker Erin Lee Carr investigate Britney Spears' fight for freedom by way of exclusive interviews and confidential evidence. Learn about Britney vs Spears / IMDB / YouTube

Bob Ross brought joy to millions as the world's most famous art instructor. But a battle for his business empire cast a shadow over his happy trees. Info on Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed / IMDB / YouTube

Exclusive access to the Grammy Award-winning artist to celebrate her career. Info on Tina / IMDB / YouTube

A look at the life and legend of Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson. Look into Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In / IMDB / YouTube

A musical odyssey through five decades with Ron Mael and Russell Mael celebrating the legacy of the band Sparks. Details on The Sparks Brothers / IMDB / YouTube

Max S. reveals how he built a drug empire from his childhood bedroom in this story that inspired the series How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast). Look into Shiny_Flakes: The Teenage Drug Lord / IMDB / YouTube

Four dogged door-to-door Bible salesmen travel from Boston to Florida on a seemingly futile quest to sell luxury editions of the Good Book to working-class Catholics. Read about Salesman / IMDB / YouTube

Looks back at the extraordinary 12-year period in which Pelé, the only man to win three World Cup titles, went from young superstar in 1958 to national hero in 1970; a radical yet turbulent era in Brazil’s history. More about Pelé / IMDB / YouTube

The Velvet Underground explores the multiple threads that converged to bring together one of the most influential bands in rock and roll. See more about The Velvet Underground / IMDB / YouTube

Storyteller and Conceptual Magician Derek DelGaudio attempts to understand the illusory nature of identity and answer the deceptively simple question 'Who am I?' Info on Derek DelGaudio's In & Of Itself / IMDB / YouTube