Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "entertainment-documentary"

1. Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV (2024)

TV-14 | 42 min | Documentary, Crime

A docu-series that uncovers the toxic culture behind some of the most iconic children's shows of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Stars: Drake Bell, Giovonnie Samuels, Kate Taylor, Scaachi Koul

Votes: 9,426

2. Jim Henson: Idea Man (2024)

Documentary, Biography | Completed

This Documentary will feature interviews of fans of Jim Hensons work, interspersed with footage from Jim Henson's works, including Wilkins and Wontkins Commercials that were previously lost.

Director: Ron Howard | Stars: Jennifer Connelly, Rita Moreno, Frank Oz, Jim Henson

3. Steve! (2024– )

TV-MA | 191 min | Documentary

Follows the life and career of actor Steve Martin.

Stars: Jerry Seinfeld, Steve Martin, Lorne Michaels, Adam Gopnik

Votes: 1,282

4. Queen Cleopatra (2023)

TV-14 | 45 min | Documentary, Drama

Netflix docudrama about Queen Cleopatra of Egypt of the Ptolemaic lineage from Macedonia, Greece, that ruled for 21 years, between the years 51 BC and 30 BC, ending with her suicide.

Stars: Jada Pinkett Smith, Adele James, Craig Russell, John Partridge

Votes: 84,110

5. Jodorowsky's Dune (2013)

PG-13 | 90 min | Documentary

The story of cult film director Alejandro Jodorowsky's ambitious but ultimately doomed film adaptation of the seminal science fiction novel.

Director: Frank Pavich | Stars: Alejandro Jodorowsky, Michel Seydoux, H.R. Giger, Chris Foss

Votes: 27,642 | Gross: $0.65M

6. Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie (II) (2023)

R | 95 min | Documentary, Biography

Follows the life of beloved actor and advocate Michael J. Fox, exploring his personal and professional triumphs and travails, and what happens when an incurable optimist confronts an incurable disease.

Director: Davis Guggenheim | Stars: Michael J. Fox, Davis Guggenheim, Tracy Pollan, Sam Fox

Votes: 15,299

7. Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts (2022 TV Special)

TV-PG | 102 min | Documentary, Family

Cast and crew members from all "Harry Potter" films reunite in a retrospective special to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001).

Directors: Casey Patterson, Joe Pearlman, Eran Creevy, Giorgio Testi | Stars: Gary Oldman, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, Ralph Fiennes

Votes: 47,150

8. American Movie (1999)

R | 107 min | Documentary, Comedy

Documentary about an aspiring filmmaker's attempts to finance his dream project by finally completing the low-budget horror film he abandoned years before.

Director: Chris Smith | Stars: Mark Borchardt, Mike Schank, Tom Schimmels, Monica Borchardt

Votes: 19,385 | Gross: $1.16M

9. Remembering Gene Wilder (2023)

92 min | Documentary, Biography

A special tribute documentary honoring Gene Wilder's life and career.

Director: Ron Frank | Stars: Alan Alda, Mel Brooks, Harry Connick Jr., Burton Gilliam

Votes: 223

10. That's Entertainment! (1974)

G | 135 min | Documentary, Family, Musical

Various MGM stars from yesteryear present their favorite musical moments from the studio's 50-year history.

Director: Jack Haley Jr. | Stars: Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, Bing Crosby, Peter Lawford

Votes: 5,434 | Gross: $26.89M

11. Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields (2023)

TV-MA | 69 min | Documentary, Biography

Follows actor, model, and icon Brooke Shields as she becomes a woman who discovers her power after being a sexualized young girl. She shows the dangers and triumphs of gaining agency in a hostile world.

Stars: Brooke Shields, Scaachi Koul, Isobel Coleman, Meenakshi Durham

Votes: 2,719

12. Behind the Music (1997–2021)

TV-14 | Documentary, Biography, Music

Musical artists, their careers, their highs, their lows and everything in between are profiled and interviewed.

Stars: Jim Forbes, David Wild, Alexander Milas, Eddie Trunk

Votes: 1,665

13. What to Watch (2020– )

Family, News, Talk-Show

With so many shows and movies available at your fingertips, IMDb's "What to Watch" helps you decide what's really worth watching.

Stars: Jeff Luppino-Esposito, Alex Logan, Lizzie Bassett, Matt Detisch

Votes: 351

14. Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010)

R | 87 min | Documentary, Comedy, Crime

Following the style of some of the world's most prolific street artists, an amateur filmmaker makes a foray into the art world.

Director: Banksy | Stars: Banksy, Mr. Brainwash, Space Invader, Debora Guetta

Votes: 68,856 | Gross: $3.29M

15. Money Shot: The Pornhub Story (2023)

TV-MA | 94 min | Documentary

Follow the rise of the most famous adult entertainment platform and the recent backlash it has received.

Director: Suzanne Hillinger | Stars: Noelle Perdue, Michael Stabile, Wolf Hudson, Siri Dahl

Votes: 4,996

16. Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse (1991)

R | 96 min | Documentary

Documentary that chronicles how Francis Ford Coppola's Apocalypse Now (1979) was plagued by extraordinary script, shooting, budget, and casting problems--nearly destroying the life and career of the celebrated director.

Directors: Fax Bahr, George Hickenlooper, Eleanor Coppola | Stars: Dennis Hopper, Martin Sheen, Marlon Brando, George Lucas

Votes: 23,256 | Gross: $1.32M

17. This Film Is Not Yet Rated (2006)

Unrated | 98 min | Documentary

Kirby Dick's exposé about the American movie ratings board.

Director: Kirby Dick | Stars: Kirby Dick, Kimberly Peirce, Darren Aronofsky, Atom Egoyan

Votes: 28,635 | Gross: $0.30M

18. Arnold (2023)

TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, Biography

Follows the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger, from his days of lifting weights to his successes in Hollywood, his time serving as governor of California, and both the joys and volatility of his family life.

Stars: Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Cameron, Sylvester Stallone, Ken Waller

Votes: 21,822

19. Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets (2023)

16+ | 45 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime

Docuseries exploring the truth beneath the surface of reality TV's mega-family, The Duggars.

Stars: Derick Dillard, Jill Duggar Dillard, Brooke Arnold, Kristin Kobes Du Mez

Votes: 4,420

20. Sly (2023)

R | 95 min | Documentary, Biography

The nearly fifty year prolific career of Sylvester Stallone, who has entertained millions, is seen in retrospective in an intimate look of the actor, writer, director-producer, paralleling with his inspirational life story.

Director: Thom Zimny | Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Frank Stallone, John Herzfeld, Wesley Morris

Votes: 11,132

21. John Mulaney: Baby J (2023 TV Special)

TV-MA | 80 min | Documentary, Comedy

A chaotic intervention. An action packed stay in rehab. After a weird couple of years, John Mulaney comes out swinging in his return to the stage.

Director: Alex Timbers | Star: John Mulaney

Votes: 6,303

22. Milli Vanilli (2023)

TV-MA | 106 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

The bizarre untold truth behind the greatest con in music history - Milli Vanilli.

Director: Luke Korem | Stars: Downtown Julie Brown, Boney M., Diane Warren, Sabrina Salerno

Votes: 2,017

23. This Is It (2009)

PG | 111 min | Documentary, Music

A compilation of interviews, rehearsals, and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.

Director: Kenny Ortega | Stars: Michael Jackson, Alex Al, Alexandra Apjarova, Nick Bass

Votes: 41,911 | Gross: $72.09M

24. SmartLess: On the Road (2023)

TV-MA | Documentary, Comedy

Follows the North American tour Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett did for their Podcast project "SmartLess".

Stars: Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Ferrell

Votes: 2,268

25. Marvel Studios: Assembled (2021– )

TV-14 | 58 min | Documentary

Assembled is a comprehensive documentary series that chronicles the creation of Marvel Studios' thrilling new shows and theatrical releases. Assembled is an immersive, and in-depth examination of the next phase of the MCU.

Stars: Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Brad Winderbaum, Nate Moore

Votes: 3,038

26. Aliens Expanded

Documentary | Pre-production

An in-depth and innovative documentary that explores the story behind James Cameron's beloved sci-fi epic Aliens (1986) and its incredible impact.

Director: Ian Nathan | Stars: Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, James Cameron, Lance Henriksen

27. Val (I) (2021)

R | 109 min | Documentary, Biography

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

Directors: Ting Poo, Leo Scott | Stars: Val Kilmer, Jack Kilmer, Mercedes Kilmer, Joanne Whalley

Votes: 14,388

28. Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010 Video)

Not Rated | 239 min | Documentary, Horror

Explore the origins of "dream demon" Freddy Krueger in this award-winning documentary that takes you behind the scenes of the most frightening and imaginative horror franchise in motion picture history!

Directors: Daniel Farrands, Andrew Kasch | Stars: Heather Langenkamp, Stacey Alden, Erika Anderson, Marshall Bell

Votes: 5,195

29. The Golden Boy (2023)

TV-MA | 156 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport

It peels back the layers of Oscar de la Hoya while celebrating this complicated and controversial figure. We will explore his triumphs and turmoil to reveal a man struggling to come to terms with lifelong demons.

Stars: Oscar De La Hoya, Fernando Villena

Votes: 403

30. E! True Hollywood Story (1996– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Biography

Documentary series exploring a topic, headline, or person that became the ground zero for a revolution in culture; told by the people who were on the front lines of the story.

Stars: Phil Crowley, Chip Bolcik, Beng Spies, Ken Baker

Votes: 1,256

31. ABBA: Against the Odds (2024)

90 min | Documentary, History, Music

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Swedish group winning the Eurovision Song Contest.

Director: James Rogan | Stars: ABBA, Benny Andersson, Agnetha Fältskog, Judd Lander

Votes: 119

32. Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry (2021)

R | 140 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

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.

Director: R.J. Cutler | Stars: Billie Eilish, Finneas O'Connell, Maggie Baird, Patrick O'Connell

Votes: 8,844

33. RoboDoc: The Creation of RoboCop (2023)

TV-14 | 298 min | Documentary

An immersive 4+ hour journey into the making of the seminal sci-fi movie RoboCop (1987).

Stars: Paul Verhoeven, Peter Weller, Nancy Allen, Edward Neumeier

Votes: 760

34. Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy (2022)

TV-MA | 30 min | Documentary, Music

Follows the life of Kanye West, in an intimate portrait as he builds his way from singer to businessman and becomes a global brand.

Stars: Ye, Naeem Ghefari, Kid Cudi, Justin Bieber

Votes: 11,122

35. Room 237 (I) (2012)

Not Rated | 102 min | Documentary

An exploration of various interpretations of Stanley Kubrick's horror film, The Shining (1980).

Director: Rodney Ascher | Stars: Bill Blakemore, Geoffrey Cocks, Juli Kearns, John Fell Ryan

Votes: 23,128 | Gross: $0.26M

36. History of Horror (2018–2021)

TV-MA | 42 min | Documentary, History, Horror

An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

Stars: Eli Roth, Alan Maxson, Greg Nicotero, Ariel de Ment

Votes: 2,600

37. Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return (2022)

TV-14 | 59 min | Documentary

A new documentary that showcases the making of the epic limited series. Features never-before-seen, behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and visits to the creature shop and props department.

Director: David Gelb | Stars: Ewan McGregor, Deborah Chow, Joby Harold, Rupert Friend

Votes: 2,151

38. Listen to Me Marlon (2015)

Unrated | 103 min | Documentary, Biography

A documentary that utilizes hundreds of hours of audio that Marlon Brando recorded over the course of his life to tell the screen legend's story.

Director: Stevan Riley | Stars: Marlon Brando, Stella Adler, Bernardo Bertolucci, Michael Borne

Votes: 7,925 | Gross: $0.43M

39. Albert Brooks: Defending My Life (2023)

TV-14 | 88 min | Documentary, Biography

A documentary about the comedian and filmmaker Albert Brooks which includes interviews from Sharon Stone, Larry David, James L Brooks, Conan O'Brien, Sarah Silverman and Jonah Hill.

Director: Rob Reiner | Stars: Albert Brooks, Judd Apatow, James L. Brooks, Larry David

Votes: 1,299

40. Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood (2017)

Unrated | 98 min | Documentary, Biography, History

A portrait of unsung Hollywood legend Scotty Bowers, whose bestselling memoir chronicled his decades spent as sexual procurer to the stars.

Director: Matt Tyrnauer | Stars: Scotty Bowers, William Mann, David Kuhn, Stephen Fry

Votes: 1,809 | Gross: $0.46M

41. Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond (2017)

TV-MA | 94 min | Documentary

A behind-the-scenes look at how Jim Carrey adopted the persona of idiosyncratic comedian Andy Kaufman on the set of Man on the Moon (1999).

Director: Chris Smith | Stars: Jim Carrey, Danny DeVito, Milos Forman, Peter Bonerz

Votes: 28,002

42. Laurel Canyon (2020)

TV-14 | 78 min | Documentary, History, Music

Documentary pulls back the curtain on a mythical world and provides an up-close look at the lives of the musicians who inhabited Laurel Canyon. It paints an intimate portrait of the artists who created a music revolution that would change popular culture.

Stars: Michelle Phillips, Alice Cooper, Micky Dolenz, Neil Young

Votes: 1,300

43. 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: 6,872

44. Is That Black Enough for You?!? (2022)

R | 135 min | Documentary, History

Tracks the history of Black cinema, focused mainly on the '70s, with archival and new interviews with many of the key players from the era.

Director: Elvis Mitchell | Stars: Elvis Mitchell, Margaret Avery, Harry Belafonte, Charles Burnett

Votes: 1,517

45. Pennywise: The Story of It (2021)

Not Rated | 126 min | Documentary, Horror

A documentary surrounding It (1990), based upon the Stephen King novel of the same name, which featured a notorious villain known mostly as Pennywise.

Directors: John Campopiano, Christopher Griffiths | Stars: Tim Curry, Tommy Lee Wallace, Seth Green, Richard Thomas

Votes: 1,198

46. A Disturbance in the Force (2023)

85 min | Documentary, History

In 1978, filmmaker George Lucas is persuaded to turn over Star Wars to the world of the '70s variety hour, culminating in The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978), often cited as one of the worst forms of entertainment of all time.

Directors: Jeremy Coon, Steve Kozak | Stars: Bruce Vilanch, Kevin Smith, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Mick Garris

Votes: 632

47. Sr. (2022)

R | 89 min | Documentary, Biography

Follow the tender but appropriately irreverent account of the life and career of Robert Downey Sr., the fearless and visionary American director who set the standard for countercultural comedy in the 1960s and 1970s.

Director: Chris Smith | Stars: Robert Downey Sr., Zaina Ali, Paul Thomas Anderson, Alan Arkin

Votes: 3,546

48. Robbie Williams (2023)

TV-MA | 50 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

After 25 years of his record-breaking solo career, Robbie looks back on his younger self and reflects on a lifetime spent in the spotlight.

Stars: Robbie Williams, Guy Chambers, Geri Horner, Ayda Field

Votes: 4,293

49. Secrets of Playboy (2022–2023)

TV-14 | 43 min | Documentary

Hidden truths behind the Playboy empire.

Stars: Mark Chinnery, Andrew Cereghino, Bri Ana Wagner, Lisa Guerrero

Votes: 1,736

50. The Movies That Made Us (2019–2021)

TV-PG | 44 min | Documentary, Family, History

Unwrap the real stories behind these iconic blockbusters, thanks to insider interviews and behind-the-scenes peeks.

Stars: Danny Wallace, Donald Ian Black, Jennifer Julian, Ryan Turek

Votes: 7,229