Documentary Movies

HBO is home to a wide variety of documentary films. Browse our full collection today.

1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed

Multiracial children and their families share the joys and struggles of growing up mixed in the Bay Area.

12th & Delaware

A look at the abortion debate through a Florida town where a clinic and a pro-life outfit stand on opposite sides of an intersection.

15 Minutes of Shame

Monica Lewinsky and filmmaker Max Joseph (Catfish) examine the human price of public shaming and cyber-harassment.

3 1/2 Minutes, Ten Bullets

This film examines the 2012 murder in Florida of an unarmed African-American teen and the trial of his white shooter.

38 at the Garden

Jeremy Lin's extraordinary rise to NBA stardom in 2012 and the lasting impact of "Linsanity" is explored in this timely documentary.

4 Little Girls

Spike Lee's documentary about the 1963 Birmingham church bombing that killed four young girls.

40 Years a Prisoner

This film chronicles a 1978 Philadelphia shootout and the subsequent fight to release nine convicted members of the group, MOVE.

An endearing and enlightening portrait of the life and careers of George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States.

5 American Handguns - 5 American Kids

Disturbing look at the stories of five handguns that killed five children -- and how their deaths might have been prevented.

50 Children: The Rescue Mission of Mr. & Mrs. Kraus

The courageous journey of Gilbert and Eleanor Kraus to save 50 Jewish children from the Nazis is chronicled in this inspiring film.

537 Votes

This documentary looks back at the wildly contested 2000 presidential election which came down to 537 votes.

A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks

This documentary explores the power of images in advancing racial, economic and social equality as seen through the work of photographer Gordon Parks.

A Dangerous Son

This film focuses on three families with a child who has a serious mental illness and the struggles of each to find appropriate treatment.

A Family Is a Family Is a Family: A Rosie O'Donnell Celebration

Rosie O'Donnell looks at the changing face of families today in this moving documentary.

A Forbidden Orange

Malcom McDowell narrates this eye-opening documentary charting the groundbreaking 1975 premiere in Spain of Stanley Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange.

A Girl in the River: The Price of Forgiveness

The extraordinary story of a young Pakistani woman who survived an attempted "honor" killing by her father and uncle.

A Good Job: Stories of the FDNY

Acclaimed actor and FDNY veteran Steve Buscemi looks at what it's like to work as a New York City firefighter.

A Rape in a Small Town: The Florence Holway Story: America Undercover

An elderly woman recounts the horrific story of her rape and her 12-year fight for justice and change in a flawed legal system.

A Revolution on Canvas

Sara Nodjoumi investigates the disappearance of more than 100 "treasonous" paintings by her father, Iranian artist Nickzad Nodjoumi.

A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting

This documentary looks at one of the deadliest antisemitic attacks in American history at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Abortion: Desperate Choices

An intense, thought-provoking look at the human side of one of the most explosive moral and political issues of our time.

Abortion: Stories Women Tell

A thought-provoking look at the issue of abortion today, told through the stories of the women involved on all sides.

About Face: Supermodels Then and Now

Iconic former supermodels look back at their careers and the changing world of fashion in this unique video portrait.

Addiction

This documentary features insights from experts on trends and treatments in the ongoing battle against drug and alcohol abuse.

Adrienne

A celebration of the life and work of actor and filmmaker Adrienne Shelly who was murdered in 2006.

After the Bite

A 2018 shark attack forces the coastal community of Cape Cod to examine changes in the natural world and how its residents must adapt.

After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News

This eye-opening documentary examines the rising phenomenon of “fake news” in the US and its impact in the age of social media.

Agnelli

Biographical portrait of Gianni Agnelli, the legendary Italian industrialist, playboy and fashion trendsetter.

aka Mr. Chow

Discover the vibrant and varied life of Michael Chow, the famed actor, artist and restaurateur who triumphed over trauma, loss and prejudice.

Alabama Snake

A chilling southern gothic tale of a woman who accused her preacher husband of trying to kill her -- by rattlesnake bite.

Albert Brooks: Defending My Life

Albert Brooks opens up about his life and career in this intimate conversation with his lifelong friend Rob Reiner.

Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes

The courage and charisma of boxing legend Muhammad Ali are witnessed through the bond he formed with television host Dick Cavett.

Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq

First-person stories of ten Alive Day heroes -- soldiers who survived near-fatal wounds while serving in Iraq -- as told to James Gandolfini.

All That Breathes

Follow the "kite brothers" as they devote their lives to the quixotic effort of protecting the majestic black kite in New Delhi, India.

All the Beauty and the Bloodshed

From Oscar-winning filmmaker Laura Poitras (Citizenfour) comes this epic emotional story about renowned artist and activist Nan Goldin.

Alternate Endings: Six New Ways to Die in America

Touching film that explores the innovative ways Americans are approaching end of life.

American Pain

A true crime exposé chronicling the rise and fall of Chris and Jeff George, identical twins believed to be America's most prolific opioid kingpins.

Americans in Bed

Ten American couples -- captured in the comfort of their own beds -- openly discuss romance, sex, trust and love in candid interviews.

An American Bombing: The Road to April 19th

An exploration of the rise of antigovernment sentiment and homegrown terrorism through the lens of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing.

An Apology to Elephants

This documentary short explores our history with elephants and the problems that arise when they are brought to live in captivity.

And Just Like That... The Documentary

A deep immersion into the work behind And Just Like That... following the return of Sex and the City’s most iconic characters and dedicated crew.

Andre the Giant

The life and career of Andre the Giant, one of the most beloved legends in WWE history, is chronicled in this documentary.

Antes De Que Nos Olviden (Before We Are Forgotten)

Former Mexican President Felipe Calderon's six-year war on drug trafficking is the focus of this investigative documentary.

Any One of Us

Mountain biker Paul Basagoitia's recovery from a devastating spinal cord injury is chronicled in this documentary.

Arthur Miller: Writer

An intimate portrait of legendary playwright Arthur Miller as told from the unique perspective of his daughter, Rebecca.

At the Heart of Gold: Inside the USA Gymnastics Scandal

This hard-hitting documentary chronicles the lives affected by the Larry Nassar sexual-abuse criminal case that shook the sports world.

Autism: The Musical

A dynamic and intimate look at several families whose autistic children create and perform a live musical in LA.

Autism: The Sequel

This follow-up to the Emmy-winning "AUTISM: The Musical" follows five young adults on the spectrum as they navigate their early 20s.

Babe Ruth

This engaging documentary explores the life and legend of the famed New York Yankees slugger.

Baby God

A haunting examination of Dr. Quincy Fortier, a fertility specialist who used his own sperm to impregnate an untold number of women.

Baghdad ER

Life and death at the 86th Combat Support Hospital -- the U.S. Army's premier medical facility in Iraq.

Baltimore Rising (2017)

A compelling look at the struggles of police and activists to hold Baltimore together following the 2015 death of the Freddie Gray.

BAMA RUSH

A fascinating look into the long-held tradition of sorority recruitment at the University of Alabama.

Beanie Mania

An eye-opening deep-dive into the world of Beanie Babies and the frenzy they created.

Becoming Mike Nichols

Filmmaking legend Mike Nichols opens up about his storied career in this intimate documentary shot just four months prior to his death.

Becoming Warren Buffett (2017)

This fascinating documentary traces the remarkable life, career and credo of billionaire investor Warren Buffett.

Being Mary Tyler Moore

The life and storied six-decade career of screen icon Mary Tyler Moore are explored in this documentary.

Belichick & Saban: The Art of Coaching

Legendary football coaches Bill Belichick and Nick Saban open up in this documentary that looks at their four-decade-long friendship.

Between the World and Me

Artists and activists weave a tapestry of the African-American experience in this special about growing up in inner-city Baltimore.

Beware the Slenderman

Obsessed 12-year-old girls stab a friend to appease the mythical entity "Slenderman."

Billie Jean King: Portrait of a Pioneer

A profile of the remarkable life and career of tennis legend Billie Jean King, both on and off the court.

Black Art: In the Absence of Light

A look at the indelible contributions of some of the foremost African American artists in today's contemporary art world.

Bleed Out

A son's video diary of his mother's long ordeal following hip replacement surgery underscores the problems of American health care today.

Boy Interrupted

A filmmaker-mother's heartbreaking film about the suicide of her 15-year-old son.

Brandy Hellville & The Cult of Fast Fashion

A searing look at the toxic culture of teen brand Brandy Melville and the global ramifications of fast fashion.

Brave New Voices 2010

The excitement and poetry of the Brave New Voices 2010 National Slam team championships is captured in this special.

Breslin and Hamill: Deadline Artists

An in-depth profile of iconic New York City journalists Jimmy Breslin and Pete Hamill.

Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds

An intimate portrait of Hollywood royalty in all its eccentricity, this film celebrates the lives of Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds.

Brillo Box (3¢ Off)

Follow Andy Warhol's iconic "Brillo Box (3¢ Off)" sculpture from a New York family's living room to the contemporary global-art market.

BS High

This eye-opening documentary chronicles the Bishop Sycamore High School football scandal and the team's infamous head coach, Roy Johnson.

Bully. Coward. Victim. The Story of Roy Cohn

This film explores infamous attorney Roy Cohn's rise to power and how his influence continues to rule today.

Burning Ojai: Our Fire Story

A look back at the December 2017 wildfire that devastated communities across Ventura County, California.

Call Me Miss Cleo

An eye-opening documentary chronicling the rise, fall and reinvention of controversial and revered television psychic Miss Cleo.

Camilo: El primer Tour de Mi Vida

Follow Camilo's first world tour, "Mis Manos" 2021, as the acclaimed Colombian singer and songwriter meets his devoted fans in person.

Capturing the Friedmans

A riveting look at a family's disintegration amidst the turmoil of the father and youngest son being charged with child molestation.

Caro Comes Out

Cuban American writer Caro Hernandez is on a mission: to come out as gay to her entire Cuban family, most of whom reside in Miami.

Celebrity Habla

See what celebrated Latino actors, newsmakers and a music legend have to say about being Latino in the U.S.

Celebrity Habla 2

See what celebrated Latino actors, newsmakers and a musical legend have to say about being Latino in the U.S.

Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes

A revealing account of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster and Ukraine's resilience told through newly discovered archival footage.

Chowchilla

The 1976 Chowchilla abduction is the strangest mass kidnapping in history.

Citizen U.S.A.: A 50 State Road Trip

Alexandra Pelosi criss-crosses the U.S. to meet new Americans in this illuminating look at the naturalization process in America.

City Dump: The Story of the 1951 CCNY Basketball Scandal

This documentary examines one of the darkest and saddest chapters in sports history: the CCNY basketball team game-fixing scandal.

Class Action Park

Welcome to Action Park, the notorious 1980s New Jersey water park that long ago entered the realm of myth.

Class Divide

A look at the effects of gentrification in West Chelsea, NYC, where affluent kids share a street with people from public-housing projects.

Clínica De Migrantes

Filmmaker Maxim Pozdorovkin shines a light on Puentes de Salud, a Philadelphia health-care clinic serving undocumented immigrants.

Coma

Follows four patients who emerge from comas, raising questions about defining quality of life and offering insight into the power of love.

Covid Diaries NYC

This film chronicles the lives of five young filmmakers whose families were on the frontlines during the first wave of the Coronavirus.

Crazy, Not Insane

A provocative look at the minds of serial killers through the lens of renowned psychiatrist Dorothy Otnow Lewis.

Crisis Hotline: Veterans Press 1

Counselors at the Veterans' Crisis Line open up about providing phone support to troubled military veterans.

Dangerous Play

A documentary that sheds light on the influence of Colombian drug cartels on soccer in the days leading up to the 1989 Copa Libertadores championship.

Daniel

First-time filmmaker and adventurer Daniel Northcott chronicles his search for connection and meaning while visiting 42 countries.

Dark Light: The Art of Blind Photographers

This film explores the artistry and innovation of blind photographers Pete Eckert, Bruce Hall and Henry Butler.

David Bowie: The Last Five Years

Experience the evolving genius of rock icon David Bowie in this documentary that chronicles the last five years of his life.

David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived

A coming-of-age documentary of Daniel Radcliffe and his stunt double David Holmes, whose close friendship endures a life-changing accident.

David McCullough: Painting With Words

Author and historian David McCullough welcomes viewers into his public and private worlds in this documentary.

De Palma

Brian De Palma -- the legendary filmmaker behind Dressed to Kill, Carrie, Scarface and many other classics -- opens up about his career.

Dear Rider

This film chronicles the life and vision of snowboarding pioneer Jake Burton Carpenter, who propelled the sport into a global phenomenon.

Diagnosis Bipolar: Five Families Search for Answers

Five families reveal the struggles, hopes and fears that arise from raising kids with Bipolar Mood Disorder.

Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy

Nearly 20 years after the death of Princess Diana, her sons and heirs, Prince William and Prince Harry, look back on her life and work.

Diego Maradona

HBO Sports presents the extraordinary story of Argentinian soccer legend Diego Maradona.

Dionne Warwick: Don't Make Me

Legendary singer Dionne Warwick charts the highs and lows of her storied six-decade career with help from her friends, family and fellow artists.

Dirty Driving: Thundercars of Indiana

A look at the local obsession with auto racing in the struggling town of Anderson, Indiana.

Don't Divorce Me! Kids' Rules for Parents on Divorce

A group of children, ages 5 to 9, share their advice for parents to help kids adjust and cope when families go through a divorce.

Donyale Luna: Supermodel

Inside the life and groundbreaking career of Donyale Luna, the first Black model to grace the cover of both Harper's Bazaar and Vogue.

Dope Sick Love

Two drug-addicted couples eke out a bare-bones existence on the streets of New York in this startlingly candid documentary.

El espiritu de la salsa

This documentary follows 10 people from all over NYC as they learn the rich art of salsa dancing from celebrated instructor Tomas Guerrero.

Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes

A revealing exploration into the life of Hollywood legend and activist Elizabeth Taylor – as told through her own words.

Endangered

This documentary chronicles a year in the life of four journalists working in countries where freedom of the press is under threat.

Escape From Kabul

A look at the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan and the tragic crisis that followed as Afghan citizens descended on Kabul airport.

Ethel

The Kennedy political dynasty is seen from the perspective of Ethel Kennedy in this deeply personal documentary.

Every Brilliant Thing

A son creates a list of things worth living for to raise the spirits of his chronically depressed mother in this stage adaptation.

Everything Is Copy -- Nora Ephron: Scripted & Unscripted

A candid portrait of writer and director Nora Ephron, directed by her son, journalist Jacob Bernstein.

Eyes on the Prize: Hallowed Ground

A continuation of the groundbreaking series "Eyes on the Prize," this documentary explores the past, present and future of Black liberation.

Fake Famous

Three L.A. transplants take part in an experiment aimed at turning everyday people with modest online followings into "famous" influencers.

Fall to Grace

Alexandra Pelosi's documentary about scandalized former Governor Jim McGreevey's road to redemption.

Faye

Hollywood legend Faye Dunaway candidly discusses the triumphs and challenges of her illustrious career in this intimate portrait.

Finding the Way Home

A look at the circumstances faced by more than eight million children in orphanages and other institutions.

First Cousin Once Removed

Intimate portrait of literary figure Edwin Honig on his journey into the depths of Alzheimer's disease.

Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

A look at the moment in the '68 Olympics when two U.S. athletes raised their fists in a black-power salute.

For All Mankind

Footage traces the progress of the Apollo missions.

For Neda

The personal story of a young Iranian woman who became a symbol of protest after being killed during the recent presidential campaign.

Foster

This documentary looks at the moving stories behind the largest county child protection agency in the U.S.

Four Hours at the Capitol

An immersive look at the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol when Washington, DC, was overrun by protesters of the 2020 presidential election.

Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches

Famed anti-slavery activist Frederick Douglass' words about racial injustice are brought to life in this documentary.

Friends of God: A Road Trip with Alexandra Pelosi

Alexandra Pelosi travels to America's heartland for a look at the leaders and followers of the evangelical Christian movement.

Game of Thrones: The Last Watch

Jeanie Finlay spent a year on the set of "Game of Thrones" chronicling the creation of the show's last season.

Gasland Part II

Josh Fox widens the scope of his look at the dangers of natural gas fracking in this explosive follow-up to his Oscar-nominated film.

Ghosts of Abu Ghraib

Acclaimed filmmaker Rory Kennedy takes a disturbing look at the abuses that occurred at the Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq.

Gimme Shelter

A chronicle of the dark side of rock 'n' roll history, this documentary captures the Rolling Stones' 1969 US tour that ended in tragedy at Altamont.

Gloria: In Her Own Words

A vivid portrait of Gloria Steinem and her career as a journalist and a pivotal member of the feminist movement.

God Is the Bigger Elvis

The Oscar(R)-nominated documentary about a promising young actress who left Hollywood to become a nun.

Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief

Former Scientologists shine a light on L. Ron Hubbard's controversial church, its origins and how it cultivates devoted believers.

Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project

Experience the enduring influence of Nikki Giovanni, one of America's greatest living poets and social commentators, in this documentary.

Good Hair

Chris Rock seeks the answer to his young daughter's question about African-American hair in this documentary.

Great Photo, Lovely Life

Renowned photojournalist Amanda Mustard returns home to Pennsylvania to investigate the sexual abuse crimes committed by her grandfather.

Guerras Ajenas

The international drug wars in South and Central America are examined in this documentary. Directed by Lilia Luciano.

Gumbo Coalition

Two Black and Latinx civil rights champions join forces to fight structural racism amid a troubling resurgence of white supremacy.

Habla Loud

Inspiring celebrities and influential Latinos come together to "speak loudly" and share their stories of being Latinos in the U.S.

Habla Mas Part 1

Latinos share funny, often touching anecdotes and real-life accounts of what it means to be Latino in the U.S.

Habla Mas Part 2

Latinos share funny, often touching anecdotes and real-life accounts of what it means to be Latino in the U.S.

Habla Men '14

Junot Diaz, Carlos Ponce, Blue Demon and others share their riveting stories and experiences as Latino men in the United States.

Habla Now

This edition in the "Habla" series addresses major issues Latinos are facing today: discrimination, activism, racism and more.

Habla Texas

Latinos from Texas share their personal stories in this two-part installment in the "Habla" series.

Habla Women

Take a uniquely Latina view of life in the United States in this no-holds-barred 10th installment in the "Habla" series.

Habla Y Habla Part 1

An installment of HBO's "Habla" specials that feature anecdotes and real-life accounts of what it means to be Latino in the U.S.

Habla Y Habla Part 2

An installment of HBO's "Habla" specials that feature anecdotes and real-life accounts of what it means to be Latino in the U.S.

Habla y Vota

Latino celebrities encourage the Latino community in the U.S. to get out and vote in this installment in the award-winning series.

Habla Ya Part I

Latinos share funny, often touching anecdotes and real-life accounts of what it means to be Latino in NY.

Habla Ya Part II

Latinos share funny, often touching anecdotes and real-life accounts of what it means to be Latino in NY.

Hard as Nails

A look at self-ordained preacher Justin Fatica who started his controversial "Hard as Nails" ministry as a way to reach troubled kids.

Hard Times: Lost On Long Island

The realities of long-term unemployment are seen through the eyes of several jobless Long Island residents.

Have You Seen Andy?

Filmmaker Melanie Perkins's search for answers in the still-unsolved case of a childhood friend's disappearance in 1976.

Heidi Fleiss: The Would-be Madam of Crystal

"The Would-be Madam of Crystal" is an unflinching portrait of "Hollywood Madam" Heidi Fleiss as she opens the first legal brothel for female clients.

Heir to an Execution: A Granddaughter's Story

A filmmaker explores the lives and deaths of her grandparents, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, who were executed as spies in 1953.

Here To Climb

Trailblazing professional climber Sasha DiGiulian pushes the boundaries of her sport while battling mental and physical obstacles.

Heroin: Cape Cod, USA

The heroin epidemic sweeping small-town America is seen from the perspective of several young addicts in idyllic Cape Cod.

Home Videos

Jerrod Carmichael explore aspects of the Black experience through interviews with his family in this special.

Homegrown: The Counter-Terror Dilemma

An investigation into the issue of homegrown Islamic terrorism: actions planned or perpetrated by American citizens or legal US residents.

Homeless: The Motel Kids of Orange County

Alexandra Pelosi's film that follows children stuck living in motel rooms in one of America's wealthiest areas.

Homeschool Musical Class of 2020

This feel-good docu-special spotlights a talented group of high school seniors as they give show-stopping performances from home.

How Do You Measure a Year

Filmmaker Jay Rosenblatt interviews his daughter every year on her birthday for 17 years in this Oscar-nominated documentary short.

How to Survive a Pandemic

The race to roll out COVID-19 vaccines in the war against the coronavirus pandemic is the focus of this documentary.

How We Get Free

Follow community activist Elisabeth Epps as she works to abolish the cash bail system in Colorado in this documentary.

I Am Evidence (2017)

A timely exploration into why hundreds of thousands of untested rape kits are ignored in the U.S.

I Can Be President: A Kid's-Eye View

A diverse group of children share their thoughts on what it would be like to grow up to become President of the U.S.

I Can't Do This, But I CAN Do That

A compelling portrait of children who overcome their learning disabilities by focusing on their individual talents.

I Have Tourette's but Tourette's Doesn't Have Me

A candid look at the lives of more than a dozen American children who have Tourette Syndrome.

Icahn: The Restless Billionaire

Explore the fascinating contradictions at the heart of the famed financier and "Lone Wolf of Wall Street," Carl Icahn, in this documentary.

Ice On Fire

This documentary explores the many ways people around the world are feeling the effects of climate change.

If You're Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast

Irrepressible writer-comedian Carl Reiner looks at the secret to living into your 90s -- and loving every minute of it -- in this documentary.

In Tahrir Square: 18 Days of Egypt's Unfinished Revolution

A compelling look at the 2011 people-powered revolt in Egypt's Tahrir Square that brought down a dictator and changed Egypt forever.

In the Same Breath

The origin and spread of the coronavirus -- from its outbreak in Wuhan, China to its rampage across the U.S. -- is recounted in this film.

In the Shadow of the Towers: Stuyvesant High on 9/11

A look at 9/11 through the eyes of eight people who witnessed the attacks from nearby Stuyvesant High School.

Indian Point: Imagining the Unimaginable

A cautionary look at the possibly catastrophic consequences of an accident or terrorist attack on the Indian Point nuclear power plant.

It Will Be Chaos

An inside look at the human consequences of the migration crisis that unfolded between Italy and the Balkan corridor

It's Me, Hilary: The Man Who Drew Eloise

Meet Hilary Knight in this up-close-and-personal portrait of the illustrator and artist who drew the iconic book character Eloise.

Jane Fonda in Five Acts

Jane Fonda speaks candidly and frankly about her life, loves, causes and missteps in this documentary.

Jim: The James Foley Story

Brian Oakes' powerful documentary about the life, death and legacy of journalist James Foley, who was murdered by ISIS in 2014.

John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls

Explore the life of Sen. John McCain in this illuminating profile of one of the most influential forces in modern American politics.

Journeys With George

This video diary captures Alexandra Pelosi's 18 months on the road covering the 2000 presidential campaign of George W. Bush.

Kareem: Minority Of One

Explore the complexity and genius of the NBA's all-time leading scorer -- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar -- in this documentary.

Katrina Babies

From director Edward Buckles Jr., this 2022 Tribeca Film Festival selection examines the impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans youth.

Kill Chain: The Cyber War on America's Elections

Following hacker-turned-election expert Harri Hursti, this film takes a chilling look into the vulnerability of election technology.

King in the Wilderness

Through personal stories of the people who were around him, this film follows Martin Luther King, Jr. during the last years of his life.

Koran By Heart

Three 10-year-olds study and compete in The International Holy Koran Competition in Cairo -- recitation of the Koran from memory.

Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck

A journey through the life and career of iconic Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain as seen through his home movies, recordings, artwork and more.

Larry Kramer In Love and Anger

Author, playwright and AIDS activist Larry Kramer is the focus of this portrait of one of the most important figures in gay America.

Last Letters Home: Voices of American Troops From the Battlefields of Iraq

This poignant tribute to the U.S. soldiers who have died in the war in Iraq features final missives read by the families of 10 victims.

Last Stop Larrimah

The Outback town of Larrimah has 11 residents. When one disappears, the remaining residents become suspects in an unfolding investigation.

LFG

A no-holds-barred, inside account of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team's ongoing fight for equal pay.

Liberty: Mother of Exiles

Explore the past and present of the iconic Statue of Liberty in this documentary.

Life According to Sam

A moving look at a couple's inspiring efforts to save their only son Sam from the rare and fatal premature-aging disease of progeria.

Life of Crime 2: America Undercover

This follow-up to One Year in the Life of Crime follows three of the original subjects in a netherworld of crime and drugs.

Life of Crime, 1984-2020

The final part in Jon Alpert's documentary trilogy that follows three friends from Newark, NJ whose lives have been torn by addiction.

Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero

DOCUMENTARY ABOUT THE LIFE OF LIL NAS X.

Lindsey Vonn: The Final Season

This film follows skiing legend Lindsey Vonn as she attempts to break the record for most World Cup wins.

Little Richard: I Am Everything

A celebration of the life, legacy, and music of Little Richard – and the Black, queer origins of rock n' roll.

Little Rock Central: 50 Years Later

A look at today's Little Rock Central High School, which 50 years ago became a symbol of the struggles of the Civil Rights Movement.

Living With Lincoln

Filmmaker Peter Kunhardt examines how a one-of-a-kind collection of Abraham Lincoln photos and memorabilia has shaped his family.

Lock-Up: The Prisoners of Rikers Island: America Undercover

A graphic and unblinking documentary portrait of life inside America's largest prison complex.

Louder: The Soundtrack of Change

A journey across generations, eras and genres, anchored by female musical icons, from Producers Selena Gomez and Stacey Abrams.

Love Crimes of Kabul

Inside Afghanistan's Badam Baugh Women's Prison, where half of the inmates are locked up for "moral crimes."

Love To Love You, Donna Summer

Shaped by Donna Summer's own reflections, this documentary takes an in-depth look at the iconic artist.

Love, Lizzo

A revealing glimpse into the life of multi-platinum Grammy- and Emmy-winning artist Lizzo, filmed during the recording of her latest album, Special.

Lucy the Human Chimp

This extraordinary documentary tells the story of Lucy, a chimpanzee raised as a human from birth and her caretaker Janis Carter.

Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals

An exploration of the fierce rivalry between NBA superstars Larry Bird and Magic Johnson during their decade of dominance.

Mama's Boy

Academy Award-winning screenwriter Dustin Lance Black (Milk) explores his childhood, gay identity and his mother in this documentary.

Manhunt

Filled with riveting testimony from actual C.I.A. agents, this film reveals the true story of the pursuit of Osama bin Laden.

Mann v. Ford

Inside the class-action lawsuit undertaken by a tiny Indian tribe against big business.

Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures

Definitive portrait of the provocative and controversial artist Robert Mapplethorpe.

Marathon: The Patriots Day Bombing

This documentary revisits the Boston Marathon bombings through the prism of individuals whose lives were forever changed by the attacks.

Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love

Nick Broomfield directs this documentary detailing the relationship between singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen and his muse Marianne Ihlen.

Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present

Follow groundbreaking artist Marina Abramovic as she creates a major retrospective of her work at New York's Museum of Modern Art.

Master of Light

A classical painter who spent ten years in prison, George Anthony Morton heads back to his hometown of Kansas City to face the past.

Mavis!

The life and career of Mavis Staples is chronicled in this documentary about the soul and gospel singer and civil-rights icon.

Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence In the House of God

Sex abuse in the Catholic Church is explored through the case of a pedophile priest and the four men who set out to expose him.

Meet the Donors: Does Money Talk?

Intrepid filmmaker Alexandra Pelosi talks with the mega-donors who are funding America's presidential candidates.

Mel Brooks and Dick Cavett Together Again

Comedy legend Mel Brooks and talk-show pioneer Dick Cavett unite on stage for an evening of side-splitting jokes, anecdotes and more.

Mel Brooks Unwrapped

A look back at comedy icon Mel Brooks' legendary career in film and TV, as told through Mel's interviews over the years with Alan Yentob.

Mel Brooks: Live at the Geffen

Mel Brooks takes the stage for this unique stand-up show in which he shares intimate stories of his childhood, his film career and more.

Metal Monsters: The Righteous Redeemer

Follow the team at The Metal Shop as they get the chance to build a monster truck for Danny McBride's The Righteous Gemstones.

Meth Storm

This documentary looks at meth addiction in rural America from the perspective of dealers, users and law enforcement.

Michigan vs. Ohio State: The Rivalry

One of the greatest rivalries in all of sports -- Michigan vs. Ohio State in college football -- is examined in this documentary.

Miss Sharon Jones!

Soul queen Sharon Jones attempts to triumph over a devastating illness that threatens to curtail her life and career.

Miss You Can Do It

Follow "Miss You Can Do It" founder Abbey Curran and eight young contestants in this pageant for little girls with special needs.

Mob Stories

Mafia turncoats give personal accounts of life inside the Mob in this shocking documentary.

Momentum Generation (2018)

Take a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of surfing to see how a group of teenagers changed the sport and its culture in the 1990s.

Mommy Dead and Dearest

A firsthand look at the true crime story of Dee Dee Blanchard and her daughter, Gypsy Rose.

Mondays at Racine

Two Long Island sisters use their beauty salon to aid in the fight against cancer in this Oscar(R)-nominated short.

Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery

A thrilling investigation into the origins of Bitcoin, and how its enigmatic creator set out to disrupt the global financial order.

Moonage Daydream

FEATURE-LENGTH, DOCUMENTARY MOTION PICTURE ON THE SUBJECT OF THE MUSIC, MUSICAL PERFORMANCES AND OTHER ARTISTIC EXPRESSIONS OF DAVID BOWIE.

Moonlight Sonata: Deafness In Three Movements

This film weaves together the stories of a deaf boy, his deaf grandfather and Ludwig van Beethoven the year he was blindsided by deafness.

MoviePass, MovieCrash

A look behind the meteoric rise and stranger-than-fiction implosion of MoviePass, the infamous theatrical movie subscription service.

Music Box 07: Jason Isbell: Running With Our Eyes Closed

An exploration of the personal and creative struggles behind the music of four-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jason Isbell.

Music Box: DMX: Don't Try to Understand

Focusing on a year in the life of Earl “DMX” Simmons, this documentary follows the late rapper through his 2019 comeback tour.

Music Box: Jagged

An intimate exploration of Alanis Morissette and her groundbreaking 1995 album Jagged Little Pill.

Music Box: Juice WRLD: Into the Abyss

The life and all-too-short career of wunderkind rapper Juice WRLD is revealed in this intimate and often eye-opening documentary.

Music Box: Listening to Kenny G

An examination of the most popular instrumentalist of all time and why he is polarizing to so many.

Music Box: Mr. Saturday Night

A chronicle of Robert Stigwood's meteoric music, Broadway and film career.

Music Box: Woodstock 99: Peace, Love, and Rage

An examination of Woodstock 99, the infamous music festival that, instead of celebrating peace and love, descended into mayhem.

Muxes

Highlighting the culture of the Zapotec people of Mexico, this documentary chronicles the lives of those who identify as muxes, a third gender.

My So-Called High School Rank

Follow the lives of high school students in three disparate communities until seismic events upend their dreams and expectations.

Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind

Actor Natalie Wood's personal life, illustrious career and mysterious death are intimately explored in this documentary.

Navalny

This eye-opening documentary chronicles the investigation into the brazen 2020 assassination attempt of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

Nixon by Nixon: In His Own Words

A revealing film that looks at the many sides of Richard Nixon through his recently declassified White House tapes.

No Accident

This documentary chronicles the seminal civil rights trial that stemmed from the deadly "Unite the Right" white nationalist rally in 2017.

No Contract, No Cookies: The Stella D'Oro Strike

This film highlights the close ties that developed between Stella D'oro cookie factory employees during a strike.

No Place On Earth

Holocaust survivors who hid in a cave in Ukraine for over a year and a half tell their remarkable story in this powerful documentary.

Nothing Left Unsaid: Gloria Vanderbilt & Anderson Cooper

Gloria Vanderbilt and her son, TV journalist Anderson Cooper, take a candid look back on Vanderbilt's remarkable life and career.

On the Record

A timely and powerful documentary that follows former A&R executive Drew Dixon and other women of color who courageously share their stories.

On the Trail: Inside the 2020 Primaries

A timely and eye-opening documentary that follows CNN's intrepid female reporters covering 2020's unparalleled presidential campaign.

One Nation Under Dog: Stories of Fear, Loss & Betrayal

The sobering realities of the American obsession with dogs is explored in this searing documentary.

One Nation Under Stress

Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores how advances in neuroscience are shedding light on the origins and impact of stress.

One Survivor Remembers

Holocaust survivor Gerda Weissmann's life is explored through photos, film clips and interviews in this compelling documentary.

One Year in a Life of Crime: America Undercover

Director Jon Alpert takes his cameras undercover for this hard-hitting look at men who live by theft and suffer addiction.

Oprah and The Color Purple Journey

In this behind-the-scenes documentary, Oprah Winfrey goes on set of the new movie musical adaptation to explore the impact of The Color Purple.

Our Towns (2021)

Based on the bestselling book, this documentary looks at how small towns and cities respond to setbacks to find their way forward.

Outside the Bubble: On the Road With Alexandra Pelosi

Filmmaker Alexandra Pelosi explores 10 of the most divisive questions facing Americans today.

Papi

This documentary short is an intimate portrait of the filmmaker's father during an unexpected day at the beach.

Paycheck to Paycheck: The Life & Times of Katrina Gilbert

The day-to-day challenges faced by millions of women in America today are seen through this story of a struggling single mom in Tennessee.

Pelosi in the House

Alexandra Pelosi offers a candid look at the life of her mother and Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi.

Pen Pals

Foreign pen pals tell their American friends about their daily lives through touching and informative letters.

Persona: The Dark Truth Behind Personality Tests

Exploring America's obsession with personality testing, this documentary looks at the ways that ideas about personality have formed the world.

Plastic Disasters

This expose of the dark side of plastic surgery focuses on three cases of procedures that went horrifically wrong.

Portraits of a Lady

This engaging documentary chronicles the painting of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor by 25 very different artists.

Positively Naked

Artist Spencer Tunick gathers 85 HIV-positive men and women to bare it all for his latest photo shoot in this third "Naked" film.

Prince Rainier III: In His Own Words

A look at the life of Prince Rainier III who ruled Monaco from 1949 to 2005.

Quad Gods

The world’s first all-quadriplegic e-sports team illustrates the power of human mettle and spirit.

Queen of the World

A unique look at The Queen's role as a figure on the global stage, and the baton she is passing to the younger members of the Royal Family.

Questioning Darwin

An inside look at modern-day creationist Christians who reject Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.

Reign of the Superwomen

Tracking 80 years of female superheroes -- from Miss Fury to Captain Marvel -- this French documentary explores these characters' indelible impact.

Reopening Night

After the pandemic shut it down, the Public Theater returns to the stage with Shakespeare in the Park in NYC.

Requiem For the Dead: American Spring 2014

A harrowing look back at some of the 8,000 plus men, women and children who were killed by gunfire in America in the spring of 2014.

Revolution Rent

Follow Andy Señor Jr. to Cuba, where he embarks on a personal journey while directing a historic production of "Rent."

Risky Drinking

A case-study look at the risks of alcohol use and the ways in which the medical community is viewing and treating "risky drinkers" today.

Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain

This groundbreaking documentary explores the life and legacy of beloved chef and television personality Anthony Bourdain.

Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind

Told largely through his own words, this funny, intimate and heartbreaking portrait of Robin Williams looks back at the comedy legend.

Rock and a Hard Place

This documentary captures the lives of incarcerated young men who are granted a second chance through a one-of-a-kind boot-camp program.

Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed

A look at the life of iconic actor Rock Hudson who was forced to live a double life before his diagnosis and death from AIDS in 1985.

San Francisco 2.0

A look at the future of San Francisco, where the invasion of the tech elite is causing economic divisions and upheaval.

Santa Camp

This heartwarming and provocative documentary shines a light on the New England Santa Society.

Saudi Women's Driving School

This documentary follows Saudi women as they embrace being allowed to drive legally for the first time.

Saving Face

Oscar(R)-winning documentary short about women disfigured by acid attacks in Pakistan and a plastic surgeon dedicated to helping them.

Saving Pelican 895

Inside look at the effort to save a brown pelican from the drilling catastrophe in the Gulf of Mexico.

Say Her Name: The Life and Death of Sandra Bland

Behind-the-scenes look at what happened to Sandra Bland, an African-American woman who died in police custody after a routine traffic stop.

Say Hey, Willie Mays!

The life of baseball legend Willie Mays is explored in this film that looks back at his childhood and his meteoric rise in baseball.

Section 60: Arlington National Cemetery

An emotional look at Section 60 in Arlington National Cemetery -- the final resting place for those who died fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Seeing America with Megan Rapinoe

Megan Rapinoe joins Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Hasan Minhaj and Nikole Hannah-Jones for a chat about changing America for the better.

Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America

Clint Eastwood, Quentin Tarantino, and Robert De Niro are among the interviews in this look at legendary Italian director Sergio Leone.

Sermon on the Mount

Jerrod Carmichael explores aspects of the black experience in this HBO Special.

Shot Heard 'Round the World

This baseball documentary looks at the famed 1951 Giants-Dodgers pennant race that ended with Bobby Thomson's epic home run.

Shouting Fire: Stories From The Edge of Free Speech

This documentary explores the social and political trends that have shaped our attitudes about free speech.

Showbiz Kids

Written and directed by Alex Winter, this film examines the highs and lows of working kids in the entertainment industry.

Siempre, Luis

An inspiring look at Luis A. Miranda Jr., a Puerto Rican migrant who helped shape New York politics for over three decades.

Silencing the Song: An Afghan Fallen Star

This follow-up to "Afghan Star" returns to see what has become of infamous Afghan talent show contestant Setara.

Simple as Water

Megan Mylan's powerful look at Syrian families as they search for normalcy in building life anew through a whirlwind of obstacles.

Six by Sondheim

Explore the life and career of renowned Broadway lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim through six of his best-known songs.

Skinheads USA: Soldiers of the Race War: America Undercover

This inside look at a neo-Nazi skinhead group shows the methods and mentality of the racist White Power movement in America.

Slave Play. Not a Movie. A Play

Playwright Jeremy O. Harris takes viewers behind the scenes as he workshops his celebrated, genre-bending Broadway show "Slave Play."

Solitary: Inside Red Onion State Prison

Step inside a "Supermax" in this unflinching exploration of life inside one of America's most notorious prisons.

Song of Parkland

In the wake of tragedy, Marjory Stoneman Douglas drama students and their teacher harness the power of music and theater to heal.

South to Black Power

Author and New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow sets out on a cross-country trip to explore a bold theory of reverse migration.

Southern Rites

Photographer Gillian Laub documents a divisive murder case in a small Georgia town, one year after the town merged its segregated proms.

Spaceship Earth

A LOOK AT THE GROUP OF PEOPLE WHO BUILT THE BIOSPHERE 2, A GIANT REPLICA OF THE EARTH'S ECOSYSTEM, IN 1991.

Spielberg (2017)

Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg steps out from behind the camera to open up about his life and career in this documentary.

Spring Awakening: Those You've Known

The original cast and creative team of the Tony-winning Broadway play "Spring Awakening" reunite for a spectacular reunion concert.

Stand Up & Shout: Songs From a Philly High School

Follow 10th graders from Hill-Freedman World Academy (HFWA) in Philadelphia as they take part in a unique songwriting collaboration.

State of Play: Trophy Kids

Focusing on overparenting in youth sports, this documentary turns a spotlight on four parents as they push their children to the limit.

Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple

Stevie Van Zandt, famous consigliere to Bruce Springsteen and Tony Soprano, takes center stage in this documentary that chronicles his illustrious career.

Stockton on My Mind

Follow Stockton, California's 28-year-old Mayor Michael Tubbs in this documentary that chronicles his work to reverse the city's fortunes.

Stopping the Steal

Republican insiders and former White House appointees recount attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results.

Student Athlete

An inside look at the harsh reality of playing in the NCAA, unveiling the league's policies that leave many athletes struggling to get by.

Studs Terkel: Listening to America

A fond and illuminating look back at influential author and media personality Studs Terkel.

Suited

An inspiring film about a custom-suit company in NYC that helps members of the LGBTQ community embrace their identities.

Supervillains, The Investigation

An exploration of supervillains across comic book history, this French documentary zooms in on the complex motivations behind these characters.

Tapia

Delve inside the tortured soul of boxer Johnny Tapia, whose storybook career was undermined by tragedy and drug abuse.

Taylor Mac's 24-Decade History of Popular Music

This film chronicles Taylor Mac’s one-time-only 24-hour concert that reframes U.S. history through songs from 1776 to 2016.

The Apollo

The unique history and legacy of New York City's landmark Apollo Theater is explored in this documentary.

The Art of Political Murder

Inside the web of conspiracy behind the murder of Guatemalan human rights activist Bishop Juan Gerardi.

The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart

This documentary chronicles the rise of the legendary band The Bee Gees and the evolution of their music over the years.

The Case Against 8

This film looks into the case to overturn California's "Proposition 8" ban on same-sex marriage.

The Cheshire Murders

The triple rape-arson-homicide that rocked the quiet town of Cheshire, Connecticut, culminating in a politically charged death penalty trial.

The Cold Blue

Restored footage shot by director William Wyler documents the lives of World War II's heroic Eighth Air Force.

The Commandant's Shadow

Together with an Auschwitz survivor, the son of concentration camp commandant Rudolf Höss faces his father's legacy for the first time.

The Critic

A nuanced look at the life and decades-spanning career of legendary film critic Carlos Boyero, one of the most followed figures in Spanish cinema.

The Day Sports Stood Still

A look at the sports world's shutdown in 2020 due to COVID-19 and the prominent role of athletes in the reckoning with racial injustice.

The Diplomat

Director David Holbrooke looks at the life and resounding legacy of his father, renowned U.S. Ambassador Richard Holbrooke.

The Education of Mohammad Hussein

An inside look at the children in America's largest Muslim community in a post-9/11 world.

The End

This documentary profiles five people living at home with terminal cancer, whose families recorded their journeys towards 'the end.'

The Fastest Woman on Earth

Professional racer and TV personality Jessi Combs takes on the high-octane quest to break land speed records in a field dominated by men.

The Fence (2010)

A revealing look at the U.S. government's four-year effort to build a fence along the Mexican border.

The Final Year

Take a unique insiders' account of President Barack Obama's foreign-policy team during its last year in office in this documentary.

The Forever Prisoner

This documentary from Alex Gibney explores the indefinite imprisonment and torture of a suspected terrorist in the wake of 9/11.

The Iceman and the Psychiatrist: America Undercover

Prolific killer Richard Kuklinski discusses his background and his crimes with top psychiatrist Dr. Park Dietz in this third Iceman special.

The Iceman Confesses: Secrets of a Mafia Hitman: America Undercover

The continuing story of former Mafia hitman Richard "The Iceman" Kuklinski, who takes viewers back inside his cold, calculating mind.

The Iceman Tapes: Conversations With a Killer

A vivid and disturbing documentary interview with ruthless mob hit man Richard "The Iceman" Kuklinski.

The Insurrectionist Next Door

Alexandra Pelosi turns her camera on some of the people who stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley

An inside look at Theranos and its founder Elizabeth Holmes, whose ambition spawned one of the biggest frauds in Silicon Valley.

The Janes

A timely look at a group of women who built an underground network for women seeking safe, affordable, illegal abortions in 1970s Chicago.

The Last Cruise

A look at the events aboard the ill-fated Diamond Princess cruise that was the center of the first big COVID-19 outbreak outside of Wuhan.

The Last Truck: Closing of a GM Plant

An emotional film about the workers of a GM plant in Moraine, OH, from the announcement of its closure to its last day in operation.

The Latin Explosion: A New America

Explore the ever-expanding Latin influence on American music and arts in this scintillating documentary.

The Latino List

Renowned Latino artists and leaders pose for a series of highly personal video portraits in this documentary.

The Latino List: Volume Two

A cross-section of influential Latinos create a candid, compelling portrait of the struggles and triumphs of Hispanics in America.

The Legend of the Underground

Exposing punitive laws in Nigeria, this film follows a group of non-conforming Nigerians who have created safe houses in Lagos and Harlem.

The Leopards Take Manhattan: The Little Band That Roared

A preview of the HBO Family Documentary "The Leopards Take Manhattan: The Little Band That Roared."

The Lionheart

The life of late Indy 500 champion Dan Wheldon is explored against the backdrop of his two sons' entry into the world of auto racing.

The Loving Story

The moving story of an interracial couple in 1960s Virginia who fought a long battle against the state's prohibition of mixed marriage.

The Mystery of D.B. Cooper

This documentary looks at the mystery hijacker who leaped from a plane and was never heard from again.

The Newspaperman: The Life and Times of Ben Bradlee

A profile of legendary Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee who fought to publish the Pentagon Papers and later brought down Richard Nixon.

The Number on Great-Grandpa's Arm

An American boy and his great-grandfather, an Auschwitz survivor, share a conversation in this inspirational film.

The One With Hope

A moving documentary chronicling a Danish aid worker's journey to rescue abused and abandoned children who have been accused of witchcraft in Nigeria.

The Out List

High-profile members of today's LGBTQ community reveal the struggles and triumphs of being "out" in America.

The Perfect Weapon

A searing look inside the rise of cyberwarfare as the primary way nations now compete with and sabotage one another.

The Poet of Havana

Join Cuban singer, songwriter and lyricist Carlos Varela as he celebrates his 30th anniversary as an artist.

The Princess (2022)

An intimate and immersive look at the life of Princess Diana.

The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring

A documentary about Rachel Lee, leader of the 2009 Hollywood burglars known as "The Bling Ring."

The Scheme

Christian Dawkins opens up about how he wound up at the center of an extensive FBI investigation into college basketball corruption.

The Sentence

Rudy Valdez chronicles the aftermath of his sister's incarceration -- and the consequences of mandatory-minimum sentencing.

The Slow Hustle

This documentary chronicles the mystery behind the still unsolved death of Baltimore police detective Sean Suiter.

The Soul of America

This documentary illuminates our present-day, fraught political reality by exploring historical challenges.

The Stroll

SEX WORK. SURVIVAL. SISTERHOOD. A powerful and poignant history of transgender sex workers in New York’s pre-gentrified meatpacking district.

The Super Bob Einstein Movie

A hilarious and intimate documentary celebrating the life and legacy of the late actor, writer and producer Bob Einstein.

The Swamp

A behind-the-scenes documentary following members of the rebellious Freedom Caucus as they navigate friends and foes from both parties.

The Trans List

Inside the lives and experiences of several prominent transgender Americans, including Caitlyn Jenner, Buck Angel and others.

The Trials of Ted Haggard

Alexandra Pelosi talks with former minister Ted Haggard who was exiled from his church in the wake of a sex-and-drugs scandal.

The Truth About Killer Robots

An eerie, eye-opening work of science nonfiction, this documentary charts incidents in which robots caused the deaths of humans.

The Truth vs. Alex Jones

HBO Documentary that takes you inside the courtroom as Sandy Hook parents face InfoWars' Alex Jones in a legal battle for truth and accountability.

The Unbreakable Tatiana Suarez

The indomitable spirit of MMA fighter Tatiana Suarez is explored in this film that follows her return from a four-year injury layoff.

The Vagina Monologues

This special based on Eve Ensler's hit stage show features candid, funny and painful insights from women on their most intimate body part.

The Weight of Gold

The widespread mental health issues among Olympic athletes are examined in this documentary.

The Wolfpack

Brothers who have spent their entire lives locked in their father's apartment recreate films to stave off their intense loneliness and isolation.

The Words That Built America

Celebrate our country's founding documents as read by celebrities, lawmakers and children in this special from Alexandra Pelosi.

The Wrecking Crew

The backing band for hits by The Beach Boys, Phil Spector and more helped make the American "West Coast Sound" a dominant cultural force worldwide.

There Is No "I" in Threesome

Newly engaged couple Zoe and Ollie agree to try out an open relationship and self-document every moment, including the shocking ending.

There's Something Wrong With Aunt Diane

An exploration of the mystery surrounding the tragic 2009 wrong-way crash that killed a mother and seven others on New York's Taconic State Parkway.

They Called Him Mostly Harmless

Collier County’s Sheriff knows this isn’t like other Doe cases — an emaciated victim found dead in a tent, surrounded by food and cash, but no ID.

Thin

This documentary takes a deeply affecting look at the struggles of women to overcome eating disorders.

This Place Rules

Explore the perfect storm of chaos and division that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot in this documentary from Andrew Callaghan.

Thought Crimes: The Case of the Cannibal Cop

A probing look into the potential future of "thought policing" through the headline-making case of the NYPD "Cannibal Cop."

Three Days of Terror: The Charlie Hebdo Attacks

Filmmaker Dan Reed chronicles the horrific events of the 2015 terror attack on the satiric weekly newspaper Charlie Hebdo in Paris.

Time Bomb Y2K

Remember Y2K? Look back at the 1999 doomsday computer glitch that had the world wondering what might happen at the dawn of the millennium.

Tina (2021)

Told in five powerful acts, this film is an intimate and revealing look at the life and career of Tina Turner.

Toe Tag Parole: To Live and Die on Yard A

A California prison's experimental yard for prisoners sentenced to life without parole is the focus of this documentary.

Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off

A wide-ranging, definitive look at Hawk's life and iconic career and his relationship with the sport with which he's been synonymous for decades.

Top Ten Monks

Inside the lives of Cistercian monks of Austria whose Gregorian chants have turned them into pop stars.

Torn Apart: Separated at the Border

This film tells the stories of two mothers seeking to be reunited with their children after being separated at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Traffic Stop

Academy Award(R) Nominee Documentary Short Subject. A profile of Breaion King whose brutal arrest was captured by police dashcams.

Transhood

An inspiring chronicle of the lives of four young people and their families as they navigate growing up transgender in America's heartland.

Trees And Other Entanglements

Filmmaker Irene Taylor's lyrical and haunting documentary explores humankind's deep connection to trees.

Triangle: Remembering the Fire

This film recounts a catastrophic 1911 industrial fire in New York City and the reforms that came in its wake.

True Justice: Bryan Stevenson's Fight for Equality

An intimate portrait of Alabama public interest attorney Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative.

Twist of Faith: America Undercover

A documentary that tells the deeply personal story of a man who confronts the trauma of his past sexual abuse at the hands of a priest.

Under The Grapefruit Tree: The CC Sabathia Story

Take an intimate dive into the life and career of the recently retired star pitcher CC Sabathia in this HBO Sports documentary.

Under the Stars: Road-Trip in Drive-In Country

This heartfelt documentary captures efforts to preserve nostalgic drive-in theaters in small-towns across the country.

United Skates

This film spotlights a community fighting in a racially charged environment to save the African-American subculture of roller skating.

Valentine Road

Inside the hate-crime murder of a 15-year-old boy who had just begun exploring his gender identity.

Venus and Serena

Venus and Serena Williams give unprecedented access to their lives and share how they battled to the top of the tennis world with their parents' help.

Very Ralph

Explore the life and career of American fashion icon Ralph Lauren in this fascinating portrait.

Villeneuve Pironi: Racing's Untold Tragedy

The families of Formula One racing superstars Gilles Villeneuve and Didier Pironi reveal the story of their tragic rivalry.

War Dog: A Soldier's Best Friend

A personal film about the intimate relationship between veterans and their K9 companions, both during and after combat.

Warning: This Drug May Kill You (2017)

An unflinching look at the devastating effects of opioid addiction by way of four families who have seen their lives changed tragically.

Wartorn 1861-2010

Some of the subject matter in the following documentary may be upsetting to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised. A look at PTSD.

We Are the Dream: The Kids of the Oakland MLK Oratorical Fest

Students take the stage in a public speaking competition in this inspiring portrait of Oakland, CA's 40th Annual MLK Oratorical Festival.

We Met in Virtual Reality

Filmed entirely inside the world of VR, this documentary captures the excitement and surprising intimacy of a burgeoning cultural movement.

We Stand Alone Together: The Men of Easy Company

Hear the incredible story of Easy Company from the men who were actually there in this riveting companion documentary to Band of Brothers.

Welcome to Chechnya

An inside look at a group of activists risking their lives to confront the ongoing anti-LGBTQ campaign in the Russian republic of Chechnya.

Well Groomed

The world of competitive and creative dog grooming is the focus of this HBO Sports documentary.

What Happened on September 11

The tragic events of September 11, 2001 are revisited to help a younger generation learn about that day.

When I Knew

A cross-section of 16 gay men and women relate their individual stories of self-discovery in this documentary.

When We Were Bullies

Filmmaker Jay Rosenblatt tracks down his fifth grade class to see what they recall from a bullying incident that occurred 50 years ago.

White Light/Black Rain: The Destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

The powerful recollections of survivors of the atomic bombs that leveled the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945.

Whoopi Goldberg Presents: Moms Mabley

Whoopi Goldberg pays tribute to the pioneering African American comedienne Jackie "Moms" Mabley in this special.

Whose Streets?

This searing documentary takes a firsthand look at the 2014 police killing of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.

Wide Awake

Filmmaker and insomniac Alan Berliner explores his complicated relationship with sleep and the ripple effect his insomnia has on everyone around him.

Wig

This illuminating documentary follows a handful of drag legends as they revive Wigstock, the iconic NYC drag queen festival.

Wild Card: The Downfall of a Radio Loudmouth

A candid and deeply personal look into the double life and downfall of notorious WFAN radio host Craig Carton.

Wild Wild Space

Tech companies vie to dominate low Earth orbit in a fast-paced, high-stakes race to control the future of humanity.

Wishful Drinking

Hollywood icon Carrie Fisher tells her raucous, raw and intoxicating true story in this documentary based on her hit stage production.

Women of Troy

An illuminating tale of the historic and transcendent USC 1980s women’s basketball team led by Cheryl Miller.

Year One: A Political Odyssey

A documentary examining the first year of President Joe Biden's administration.

You Were My First Boyfriend

Filmmaker Cecilia Aldarondo embarks on a quest to revisit the most formative – and cringeworthy – experiences of her tortured teen years.

Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn

This film revisits the tragic 1989 death of an African American teen at the hands of an Italian mob in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn.

Stream all of HBO, plus hit series, movies, reality, and more.