Netflix Movies and Categories Finder: Social & Cultural Docs
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The Last Dance
This docuseries gives a definitive account of Michael Jordan’s career and the 1990s Chicago Bulls, packed with unaired footage from the 1997-98 season.
Released: 2020-04-20
Netflix ID: 80203144
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
This CNN original series has chef Anthony Bourdain traveling to extraordinary locations around the globe to sample a variety of local cuisines.
Released: 2015-04-14
Netflix ID: 70304979
Dirty Money
From crippling payday loans to cars that cheat emissions tests, this investigative series exposes brazen acts of corporate greed and corruption.
Released: 2018-01-26
Netflix ID: 80118100
Lenox Hill
Four doctors at New York's storied Lenox Hill Hospital balance their personal lives and their dedication to their patients in this documentary series.
Released: 2020-06-10
Netflix ID: 80201728
2,215
This intimate documentary follows rock star Artiwara Kongmalai on his historic, 2,215-kilometer charity run across Thailand in 2017.
Released: 2019-03-01
Runtime: 01:29:09
Netflix ID: 81059183
Daughters of Destiny
Five girls from India's most impoverished families attend a boarding school designed to create opportunities as they strive for a brighter future.
Released: 2017-07-28
Netflix ID: 80092926
Time: The Kalief Browder Story
This series traces the tragic case of Kalief Browder, a Bronx teen who spent three horrific years in jail, despite never being convicted of a crime.
Released: 2017-09-15
Netflix ID: 80187052
For Sama
During the uprising in Syria, a young mother weighs fleeing to raise her daughter or staying to fight for freedom in this harrowing documentary.
Released: 2020-05-17
Runtime: 01:35:37
Netflix ID: 81132389
Winter on Fire
Over 93 days in Ukraine, what started as peaceful student demonstrations became a violent revolution and full-fledged civil rights movement.
Released: 2015-10-09
Runtime: 01:38:24
Netflix ID: 80031666
Hip-Hop Evolution
Interviews with influential MCs, DJs and moguls trace the genre's dynamic evolution from the 1970s through the 1990s in this documentary series.
Released: 2016-12-02
Netflix ID: 80141782
Abstract: The Art of Design
Step inside the minds of the most innovative designers in a variety of disciplines and learn how design impacts every aspect of life.
Released: 2017-02-10
Netflix ID: 80057883
Cowspiracy
Learn how factory farming is decimating the planet's natural resources -- and why this crisis has been largely ignored by major environmental groups.
Released: 2015-09-15
Runtime: 01:30:21
Netflix ID: 80033772
Tales by Light
Follow renowned photographers as they explore far-flung locales, capturing extraordinary images that present nature and culture in a new light.
Released: 2016-11-10
Netflix ID: 80133187
Homeland
This documentary examines the fluid definition of home for the residents of Germany and immigration's impact on the country's national identity.
Released: 2020-11-01
Runtime: 01:08:19
Netflix ID: 81324784
China Love
This thought-provoking documentary explores contemporary China by delving into the imaginative billion-dollar industry of pre-wedding photography.
Released: 2021-04-22
Runtime: 01:26:20
Netflix ID: 81435402
Virunga
The Oscar-nominated true story of the rangers risking their lives to save Africa's most precious national park and its endangered gorillas.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:40:22
Netflix ID: 80009431
Inside Job
Learn in comprehensive, cogent detail about the pervasive and deep-rooted Wall Street corruption that led to the global economic meltdown of 2008.
Released: 2015-04-14
Netflix ID: 70139555
13TH
In this thought-provoking documentary, scholars, activists and politicians analyze the criminalization of African Americans and the U.S. prison boom.
Released: 2016-10-07
Runtime: 01:40:42
Netflix ID: 80091741
Cuba and the Cameraman
Emmy-winning filmmaker Jon Alpert chronicles the fortunes of three Cuban families over the course of four tumultuous decades in the nation's history.
Released: 2017-11-28
Runtime: 01:54:07
Netflix ID: 80126449
Sunderland 'Til I Die
This docuseries follows English soccer club Sunderland through the 2017-18 season as they try to bounce back after relegation from the Premier League.
Released: 2018-12-14
Netflix ID: 80207046
The Chef Show
Writer, director and food enthusiast Jon Favreau and chef Roy Choi explore food in and out of the kitchen with accomplished chefs and celebrity friends.
Released: 2019-06-07
Netflix ID: 81028317
O Barato de Iacanga
Participants recall a series of festivals held on a farm in Brazil during the '70s and '80s that evolved into liberating celebrations of music.
Released: 2019-12-16
Runtime: 01:33:45
Netflix ID: 81211691
FarEast: From Berlin to Tokyo
Join a group of daring reporters on an unprecedented road trip from Berlin to Tokyo as they experience life-changing adventures and meet unique people.
Released: 2021-07-01
Netflix ID: 81443352
The Square
This Emmy-winning, street-level view of the 2011 Egyptian Revolution captures the astonishing uprising that led to the collapse of two governments.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:45:06
Netflix ID: 70268449
Blackfish
This fascinating documentary examines the life of performing killer whale Tilikum, who has caused the deaths of several people while in captivity.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:23:15
Netflix ID: 70267802
Monty Python: Almost the Truth - The Lawyer's Cut
The legacy of comedy group Monty Python, whose irreverent brand of humor has tickled the ribs of millions, is explored in this documentary.
Released: 2015-04-14
Netflix ID: 70213237
Cooked
As he tries his hand at baking, brewing and braising, acclaimed food writer Michael Pollan explores how cooking transforms food and shapes our world.
Released: 2016-02-19
Netflix ID: 80022456
The Story of Diana
Explore the remarkable life and private struggles of the late Princess Diana through interviews with her brother and others who knew her well.
Released: 2017-08-31
Netflix ID: 80189024
Somebody Feed Phil
'Everybody Loves Raymond' creator Phil Rosenthal travels the globe to take in the local cuisine and culture of Bangkok, Lisbon, Mexico City and more.
Released: 2018-01-12
Netflix ID: 80146601
Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story
This documentary profiles a defiant driver who challenged racial barriers in American auto racing, becoming the first black man to race in the Indy 500.
Released: 2020-02-05
Runtime: 01:45:54
Netflix ID: 81232163
Joanna Lumley's Japan
Host Joanna Lumley embarks on a 2,000-mile journey across the islands of Japan to absorb the rich culture and discover its natural wonders.
Released: 2020-12-24
Netflix ID: 81340415
Joanna Lumley's Silk Road Adventure
Joanna Lumley embarks on a journey from Italy to Kyrgyzstan and traces the footsteps of historical figures along the ancient Silk Road.
Released: 2020-12-24
Netflix ID: 81340420
Joanna Lumley's Trans-Siberian Adventure
Actress and activist Joanna Lumley shares stories and chats with locals as she travels in China, Mongolia and Russia on the world's longest rail line.
Released: 2020-12-24
Netflix ID: 81340426
Mishima: The Last Debate
Amidst a wave of student uprisings, writer and Japanese nationalist Yukio Mishima accepts an invitation to debate Tokyo University’s Zenkyoto group.
Released: 2021-09-04
Runtime: 01:48:17
Netflix ID: 81488310
Sinatra: All or Nothing at All
Legendary crooner Frank Sinatra's life and talent are captured in this documentary series featuring fond memories from friends, family and colleagues.
Released: 2015-09-15
Netflix ID: 80048477
Flint Town
Over a two-year period, filmmakers embedded with cops in Flint, Michigan, reveal a department grappling with volatile issues in untenable conditions.
Released: 2018-03-02
Netflix ID: 80156688
The Staircase
Accident or murder? After the mysterious death of his wife, author Michael Peterson watches his life go under the microscope.
Released: 2018-06-08
Netflix ID: 80233441
Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski
Artists in LA discover the work of forgotten Polish sculptor Stanislav Szukalski, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.
Released: 2018-12-21
Runtime: 01:45:08
Netflix ID: 80109551
Street Food
Embark on a global cultural journey into street food and discover the stories of the people who create the flavorful dishes.
Released: 2019-04-26
Netflix ID: 80244996
The Mind, Explained
Ever wonder what's happening inside your head? From dreaming to anxiety disorders, discover how your brain works with this illuminating series.
Released: 2019-09-12
Netflix ID: 81098586
Unnatural Selection
From eradicating disease to selecting a child’s traits, gene editing gives humans the chance to hack biology. Meet the real people behind the science.
Released: 2019-10-18
Netflix ID: 80208910
Raul, o Início, o Fim e o Meio
Rare archival footage and interviews with Brazilian rocker Raul Seixas’ family and peers trace this music legend's meteoric rise and untimely death.
Released: 2020-01-01
Runtime: 02:08:42
Netflix ID: 81227160
The Silence of Others
Filmed over six years, this documentary captures the struggles of victims who suffered abuse under Gen. Francisco Franco's regime as they seek justice.
Released: 2020-07-02
Runtime: 01:35:40
Netflix ID: 81086605
Street Food: Latin America
In this vibrant docuseries, Latin American chefs tell their stories and bring a taste of tradition and innovation to their delicious offerings.
Released: 2020-07-21
Netflix ID: 81249660
Bending the Arc
This documentary follows a group of ambitious advocates whose mission to save lives in Haiti turns into a global fight for health care and justice.
Released: 2020-10-21
Runtime: 01:42:00
Netflix ID: 80170312
Justice
This documentary examines the daily lives of those involved in the Brazilian penal system, including public lawyers, judges, prosecutors and the accused.
Released: 2021-06-14
Runtime: 01:46:22
Netflix ID: 81464320
Bezness as Usual
This documentary chronicles filmmaker Alex Pitstra's journey to discover the roots of his absent, casanova father and his own multicultural identity.
Released: 2021-09-17
Runtime: 01:32:31
Netflix ID: 80145592
Jiro Dreams of Sushi
This documentary profiles sushi chef Jiro Ono, an 85-year-old master whose 10-seat, $300-a-plate restaurant is legendary among Tokyo foodies.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:19:20
Netflix ID: 70181716
Waste Land
Renowned artist Vik Muniz joins Brazilian garbage pickers who mine treasure from the trash heaps of Rio de Janeiro's Jardim Gramacho landfill.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:39:02
Netflix ID: 70129386
Oasis: Supersonic
This film details the rise of British rock group Oasis and the creativity and chaos that brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher brought to the iconic band.
Released: 2017-04-01
Runtime: 02:02:15
Netflix ID: 80151663
The Mekong River with Sue Perkins
Comedian and writer Sue Perkins sets off on a 3,000-mile journey up the Mekong River to explore a people and region on the verge of dramatic change.
Released: 2017-11-03
Netflix ID: 80212224
Myths and Monsters
This documentary series takes us to the mythic landscapes of Europe to explore some of most enduring legends produced by European culture.
Released: 2017-12-23
Netflix ID: 80158649
The Birth Reborn 3
This intimate look at a São Paulo birth center features interviews with mothers, activists, doctors and midwives. Third in a series of films.
Released: 2018-12-28
Runtime: 01:12:34
Netflix ID: 80995577
Born in Gaza
This documentary focuses on the devastating violence of the Israel-Palestine conflict and its effects on the children of Gaza.
Released: 2019-05-16
Runtime: 01:09:36
Netflix ID: 81077863
The Pharmacist
After his son's tragic death, a Louisiana pharmacist goes to extremes to expose the rampant corruption behind the opioid addiction crisis.
Released: 2020-02-05
Netflix ID: 81002576
Bad Boy Billionaires: India
This investigative docuseries explores the greed, fraud and corruption that built up — and ultimately brought down — India’s most infamous tycoons.
Released: 2020-10-04
Netflix ID: 80990073
Prince Charles: Inside the Duchy of Cornwall
Go behind the scenes at Prince Charles' private realm, a vast estate comprising farmlands, towns and national parks guarded for over 50 years.
Released: 2021-06-04
Netflix ID: 81451167
Chico: Artista Brasileiro
This portrait of musician, playwright, novelist and poet Chico Buarque celebrates the popular, provocative art that made him a cultural force.
Released: 2021-08-20
Runtime: 01:56:04
Netflix ID: 81484018
I Am Not Your Negro
Based on James Baldwin's unfinished book, this visual essay explores racism through the stories of Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr.
Released: 2017-07-15
Runtime: 01:33:26
Netflix ID: 80144402
Ugly Delicious
All the flavor. None of the BS. Star chef David Chang leads friends on a mouthwatering, cross-cultural hunt for the world's most satisfying grub.
Released: 2018-02-23
Netflix ID: 80170368
The Beatles: Eight Days a Week
Interviews and archival footage document the Beatles' early years -- as well as the impact international touring had on their music and pop culture.
Released: 2018-03-17
Runtime: 01:45:35
Netflix ID: 80118170
The Family
An enigmatic conservative Christian group known as the Family wields enormous influence in Washington, D.C., in pursuit of its global ambitions.
Released: 2019-08-09
Netflix ID: 80063867
The Fear of 13
After 20 years on Death Row, self-educated inmate Nick petitions the court to be executed, then tells his twisting, turning tale of despair and hope.
Released: 2016-06-01
Runtime: 01:35:15
Netflix ID: 80099305
Fire in the Blood
Filmmaker Dylan Mohan Gray delves into Africa's AIDS crisis to put a human face on those caught in the battle over inexpensive, generic HIV drugs.
Released: 2017-05-01
Runtime: 01:23:11
Netflix ID: 70268209
Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982-1992
This documentary chronicles simmering tension and broken trust between L.A.'s black community and police in the decade before the Rodney King riots.
Released: 2017-11-07
Runtime: 02:23:49
Netflix ID: 80183783
Dogtown and Z-Boys
This documentary focuses on California's Z-Boys, who revolutionized skateboarding in the 1970s when they infused surfing techniques into the sport.
Released: 2018-07-01
Runtime: 01:31:01
Netflix ID: 60022952
Bathtubs Over Broadway
A comedy writer for David Letterman unearths a hidden world of hilariously bizarre musicals, which turns into a toe-tapping obsession.
Released: 2019-05-09
Runtime: 01:27:07
Netflix ID: 81044103
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese
In an alchemic mix of fact and fantasy, Martin Scorsese looks back at Bob Dylan's 1975 Rolling Thunder Revue tour and a country ripe for reinvention.
Released: 2019-06-12
Runtime: 02:22:07
Netflix ID: 80221016
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Chef David Chang takes his insatiable curiosity about food, culture and identity on the road, in the convivial company of fun-loving celebrity guests.
Released: 2019-10-23
Netflix ID: 81038022
They've Gotta Have Us
Powered by candid recollections from esteemed African-American entertainers, this docuseries traces the history of black cinema.
Released: 2020-02-05
Netflix ID: 81243942
Coronavirus, Explained
In 2020, the world changed. This topical series examines the coronavirus pandemic, the efforts to combat it and ways to manage its mental health toll.
Released: 2020-04-26
Netflix ID: 81273378
Athlete A
This documentary focuses on the gymnasts who survived USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's abuse and the reporters who exposed USAG's toxic culture.
Released: 2020-06-24
Runtime: 01:44:04
Netflix ID: 81034185
GIMS: On the Record
Go backstage with beloved rap superstar Gims in the year leading up to his major 2019 Stade de France performance in this up-close documentary.
Released: 2020-09-20
Runtime: 01:36:00
Netflix ID: 81029777
Sir! No Sir!
This documentary chronicles the largely forgotten antiwar activities of American GIs and other members of the military during the Vietnam era.
Released: 2021-06-16
Runtime: 01:23:42
Netflix ID: 70043764
Rhythm Is It!
A group of teenagers from all walks of life rehearses for a groundbreaking project: dancing alongside the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra.
Released: 2021-07-01
Runtime: 01:44:46
Netflix ID: 81443477
9to5: The Story of a Movement
In this documentary, female office workers in '70s Boston inspire change with a call for better pay, more opportunities and an end to sexual harassment.
Released: 2021-07-22
Runtime: 01:25:18
Netflix ID: 81160953
What Happened, Miss Simone?
Using never-before-heard recordings, rare archival footage and her best-known songs, this is the story of legendary singer and activist Nina Simone.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:42:24
Netflix ID: 70308063
Big Boys Gone Bananas!*
This documentary follows the battle between the Dole Food Company and a pair of filmmakers who made a documentary about a lawsuit against the company.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:42:46
Netflix ID: 70228010
Genius of the Modern World
Historian Bettany Hughes explores the intellectual landscapes that helped shape the work of Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche and Sigmund Freud.
Released: 2017-08-01
Netflix ID: 80186252
Franca: Chaos and Creation
A documentary filmmaker chronicles the life and times of his mother, Franca Sozzani, the editor of Italian Vogue and a fashion-world provocateur.
Released: 2017-10-01
Runtime: 01:19:13
Netflix ID: 80147971
The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin
This documentary traces the life of 'Tales of the City' author Armistead Maupin, from his conservative roots to his rise as an LGBTQ champion.
Released: 2018-01-08
Runtime: 01:31:26
Netflix ID: 80182949
ReMastered: Tricky Dick and The Man in Black
This documentary chronicles Johnny Cash's 1970 visit to the White House, where Cash's emerging ideals clashed with Richard Nixon's policies.
Released: 2018-11-02
Runtime: 00:58:32
Netflix ID: 80191051
Ayotzinapa, el paso de la tortuga
Delving into the disappearance of 43 college students in Mexico, this documentary seeks to give justice and a voice to the victims and their families.
Released: 2018-12-01
Runtime: 01:13:21
Netflix ID: 81013509
Guerras do Brasil
This documentary series details how Brazil was shaped by centuries of armed conflict, from its early conquerors to its modern-day violence.
Released: 2019-06-03
Netflix ID: 81091385
The Devil Next Door
A Cleveland grandfather is brought to trial in Israel, accused of being the infamous Nazi death camp guard known as Ivan the Terrible.
Released: 2019-11-04
Netflix ID: 80201488
SunGanges
A trio of filmmakers treks across India to explore the correlation between vanishing rivers, massive energy projects and renewable energy sources.
Released: 2019-11-14
Runtime: 01:14:00
Netflix ID: 81217749
Who Killed Malcolm X?
Decades after the assassination of African American leader Malcolm X, an activist embarks on a complex mission seeking truth in the name of justice.
Released: 2020-02-07
Netflix ID: 80217478
Behave
In a Rio de Janeiro juvenile court, disadvantaged minors face accusations of delinquency in this examination of social inequality in Brazil.
Released: 2021-06-16
Runtime: 01:30:29
Netflix ID: 81464318
Rhyme and Reason
The world and culture of rap song topics such as race, violence, police, family and sex are examined by hip-hop performers from both coasts.
Released: 2015-04-14
Runtime: 01:29:05
Netflix ID: 60004497
Waiting for 'Superman'
This dynamic documentary weaves together stories about students, educators and reformers to shed light on America's failing public school system.
Released: 2015-04-22
Runtime: 01:51:15
Netflix ID: 70129364
The White Helmets
As daily airstrikes pound civilian targets in Syria, a group of indomitable first responders risk their lives to rescue victims from the rubble.
Released: 2016-09-16
Runtime: 00:40:38
Netflix ID: 80101827
A Grand Night In: The Story of Aardman
Aardman Animations icons Wallace & Gromit, Morph and more join fans and collaborators for a retrospective celebrating the studio's 40th anniversary.
Released: 2016-11-01
Runtime: 00:59:02
Netflix ID: 80144358
Quanto Tempo o Tempo Tem
Experts explain how different civilizations throughout history have comprehended time, and why some of us never seem to have enough of it.
Released: 2017-07-05
Runtime: 01:15:50
Netflix ID: 80187187
The Royal House of Windsor
Drawing on newly available info, this show traces how the British royal family has survived the last 100 years of power struggles, politics and more.
Released: 2017-09-30
Netflix ID: 80181555
We Speak Dance
Trained dancer Vandana Hart travels the world to learn traditional and urban dance styles from the local experts who know them best.
Released: 2018-01-01
Netflix ID: 80194813
The American Meme
Social media stars Paris Hilton, Josh Ostrovsky, Brittany Furlan and Kirill Bichutsky hustle to build online empires -- and face the pitfalls of fame.
Released: 2018-12-07
Runtime: 01:38:16
Netflix ID: 81003741
The Rolling Stones: Olé Olé Olé! A Trip Across Latin America
Follow the Rolling Stones as the iconic group breaks new ground in Latin America, wrapping a 10-city tour as the first-ever rock band to play in Cuba.
Released: 2019-03-21
Runtime: 01:40:34
Netflix ID: 80148239
Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen
New Zealand film archivist Heperi Mita traces the cinematic legacy of his mother and trailblazing Maori filmmaker Merata Mita.
Released: 2019-05-12
Runtime: 01:28:08
Netflix ID: 81077874
Dream/Killer
This riveting crime doc follows Bill as he confronts America's broken judicial system after his son is falsely sentenced to 40 years in prison.
Released: 2019-11-20
Runtime: 01:49:27
Netflix ID: 80081990
Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir
From her painful past to her successful career after "The Joy Luck Club," groundbreaking writer Amy Tan shares her life story in this documentary.
Released: 2021-05-18
Runtime: 01:41:08
Netflix ID: 81436586