New Documentary TV Series on Disney Plus

9/11: Reunited

2026

9/11: Reunited

2026
9.3
The story of September 11 through the eyes of survivors who experienced life-or-death moments with strangers that day and now want to meet again.
Lion

2026

Lion

2026
8
The extraordinary true story of lion cub Kio, on his journey to become a king.
Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston

2026

Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston

2026
7.5
A historical exploration about the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. and the preserved Roman city it left behind.
Legend of Troy: The Epic Rise and Fall

2026

Legend of Troy: The Epic Rise and Fall

2026
The legends of the Trojan War and the lost city of Troy captivated countless generations. More than 150 years after the discovery of Troy, what new insights can modern archaeology offer? Could the legends, in fact, preserve memories of the catastrophic decline and fall of Bronze Age civilization itself?
Lost Treasures of Ancient Greece

2026

Lost Treasures of Ancient Greece

2026
7
This series follows international teams of archaeologists as they hunt for the lost secrets of ancient Greece. From the Parthenon in Athens to the cities of the Trojan War and the legacy of towering figures such as Alexander the Great, new excavations are uncovering the wonders of ancient Greece—a civilization that changed the world.
Voyagers: Exploring Pacific Waters

2026

Voyagers: Exploring Pacific Waters

2026
10
Brave voyagers cross millions of miles of harsh Pacific Ocean in handmade canoes. Becoming master navigators, they find thousands of islands, overcome deadly natural barriers, and build an ocean world like no other.
Best of the World with Antoni Porowski

2026

Best of the World with Antoni Porowski

2026
Antoni searches for the world's most unforgettable travel experiences.
Abandoned

2026

Abandoned

2026
8.4
In 1984, three children were abandoned at a Barcelona train station with no memory of their identity or past. Unclaimed, they were adopted into loving homes. As adults, they now search for their biological parents.
Travis Japan Summer Vacation!! in the USA

2026

Travis Japan Summer Vacation!! in the USA

2026
Travis Japan embarks on a summer road trip through the Rocky Mountains in North America. Divided into teams, one hits the road by RV, the other dives into local culture. With new horizons to explore and heartfelt connections to make, this road trip promises to be unlike any other.
Hidden Beneath the Cities

2026

Hidden Beneath the Cities

2026
6
Uncovers the extraordinary worlds lying just below modern urban centers. Beneath the streets of stone, soil and concrete exist hidden realms shaped by survival, ritual and imagination. Uncovers the extraordinary worlds that exist beneath major urban centers, from the tombs and wartime shelters of Naples to the manmade Royston Cave in Hertfordshire, England.
Secrets of the Bees

2026

Secrets of the Bees

2026
8.8
With the expertise of entomologist and fellow National Geographic Explorer Dr. Samuel Ramsey, the series uses groundbreaking filming technology to reveal the extraordinary world of bees; and uncover their astonishing architecture and intelligence, unlocking their secrets and featuring never-before-filmed moments.
Betrayal: Secrets & Lies

2026

Betrayal: Secrets & Lies

2026
7
Explores lives undone by unthinkable betrayals and the courage it takes to survive scandalous confessions, secret lives, terrifying acts of violence, financial ruin and more, showing that when loyalty turns to lies, the truth does more than break hearts - it changes everything.
Hunt for the Missing: Chicago

2026

Hunt for the Missing: Chicago

2026
10
In the series, retired Chicago Detective Pamela Childs revisits unsolved missing persons cases as she hopes to uncover new leads and find potential answers for the victims’ families.
Inside the CIA: Secrets & Spies

2026

Inside the CIA: Secrets & Spies

2026
8
A collection of unbelievable, untold, and world-changing stories that reveal what it takes to be a spy beyond the red line of danger.
Pole to Pole with Will Smith

2026

Pole to Pole with Will Smith

2026
7
Inspired by his late mentor, Will Smith spends 100 days facing extreme challenges, venturing from pole to pole with scientists, explorers and experts.
The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story

2026

The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story

2026
7.2
Follows the Andrea Yates case, exploring how a rogue street preacher's fire-and-brimstone teachings allegedly brought the vulnerable Texas mother under his control, leading to the drowning of her five children in 2001.
Titanic Sinks Tonight

2025

Titanic Sinks Tonight

2025
7.4
Minute by minute - the night the unsinkable ship sank. Vivid first-hand accounts from passengers and crew tell the story of the most infamous disaster in maritime history.
Incas: The Rise and Fall

2025

Incas: The Rise and Fall

2025
7
The rise and fall of the Inca is a story of a civilization marked by gold, power and ingenuity. From monumental cities and vast empires stretching across the Andes to dazzling treasures that inspired legends, the Incas conquered millions and reshaped South America. But their golden age ended suddenly, leaving behind mysteries, monumental ruins, and a legacy that still captivates the world.
The End of an Era

2025

The End of an Era

2025
8.7
A behind-the-scenes docuseries event chronicling the development, impact, and inner workings that created the phenomenon that was Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, as well as providing an intimate look at Taylor's life as her tour made headlines and thrilled fans around the world. The series also spotlights performers, family members, and friends — including Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, Ed Sheeran, and Florence Welch — offering never-before-seen insight into what it took to create a phenomenon.
Toronto Airport Uncovered

2025

Toronto Airport Uncovered

2025
4.5
Behind-the-scenes look at Toronto Pearson Airport shows how Canada's busiest hub manages millions of passengers and aircraft through snowstorms, tech problems, emergencies, and security issues.