Popular Documentary TV Series on Apple TV Plus

Prehistoric Planet

2022

Prehistoric Planet

2022
8.3
Experience the wonders of our world like never before in this epic series from Jon Favreau and the producers of Planet Earth. Travel back 66 million years to when majestic dinosaurs and extraordinary creatures roamed the lands, seas, and skies.
The Secret Lives of Animals

2024

The Secret Lives of Animals

2024
7.9
Discover the clever and creative ways animals navigate life’s most extraordinary challenges, from leaving home to finding a partner.
Tiny World

2020

Tiny World

2020
7.9
This docuseries showcases nature's lesser-known tiny heroes. Spotlighting small creatures and the extraordinary things they do to survive, each episode is filled with surprising stories and spectacular cinematography.
Greatness Code

2020

Greatness Code

2020
6.6
Iconic athletes pull back the curtain on a pivotal career moment when they touched greatness. A stylized hybrid of live action and visual effects, this short-form docuseries sheds new light on the sports legends you thought you knew.
Dear...

2020

Dear...

2020
5
An inventive and cinematic approach to biographies of the most iconic figures in society today by using letters written by those whose lives have been changed through their work.
Mr. Scorsese

2025

Mr. Scorsese

2025
8.1
Explore the many lives of Martin Scorsese through intimate interviews with the man himself, access to his private archives, plus conversations with Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Margot Robbie, Daniel Day-Lewis, Steven Spielberg, and more.
The Reluctant Traveller with Eugene Levy

2023

The Reluctant Traveller with Eugene Levy

2023
7.4
Award-winning actor and nervous explorer Eugene Levy steps out of his comfort zone for a whirlwind tour of the world's most beautiful and intriguing destinations.
Number One on the Call Sheet

2025

Number One on the Call Sheet

2025
5.3
Some of Hollywood's biggest stars reveal their journeys to game-changing leading roles. In candid interviews, they shine a light on the highs and lows of their craft, breakthrough moments, blueprints for success, and the next generation's huge potential.
MLB Network Presents

2015

MLB Network Presents

2015
8
A series of documentaries and profiles on some of baseball's most prominent personalities.
Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars

2025

Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars

2025
6
Experience thrilling highs and crushing lows as the world's best chefs pursue the ultimate accolade: a Michelin Star. These anonymous inspectors have never let anyone in on their mysterious ways, until now.
1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything

2021

1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything

2021
7.7
In a tumultuous era, 1971 was a year of musical innovation and rebirth fueled by the political and cultural upheaval of the time. Stars reached new heights, fresh talent exploded onto the scene, and boundaries expanded like never before.
The Dynasty: New England Patriots

2024

The Dynasty: New England Patriots

2024
8.3
Go inside the franchise's 20-year journey, from the unique chemistry that fueled six Super Bowl wins to the internal strife that sparked a turf war. Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft, and key players reveal the road to—and cost of—greatness.
Gutsy

2022

Gutsy

2022
3.5
Take an unforgettable journey with Hillary Clinton and Chelsea Clinton as they go on adventures with some of the world's boldest and bravest women—from household names to unsung heroes—who make us laugh and inspire us to be more gutsy.
Long Way Up

2020

Long Way Up

2020
7.5
The epic motorcycle adventure continues in this third chapter of the Long Way series, as Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman journey to glorious landscapes across South and Central America—on the backs of prototype electric Harley-Davidsons.
Long Way Round

2004

Long Way Round

2004
8.3
In 2004 Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman embarked on an epic challenge to bike 20,000-miles across 12 countries and 19 time zones in just 115 days. Watch as two friends ride around the world together and, against all the odds, realize their dream.
Visible: Out on Television

2020

Visible: Out on Television

2020
6.8
Explore the history of the American LGBTQ movement through the lens of TV in this five-part docuseries. Combining archival footage with new interviews, the series looks at homophobia, the evolution of LGBTQ characters, and coming out in the TV world.
They Call Me Magic

2022

They Call Me Magic

2022
7.2
Earvin “Magic” Johnson is an icon for the ages—from humble beginnings to the Dream Team to business titan. Featuring interviews with President Obama, Larry Bird, Pat Riley, and more, this docuseries charts the life and career of a legend.
Messi's World Cup: The Rise of a Legend

2024

Messi's World Cup: The Rise of a Legend

2024
7.4
Follow the legend's epic journey through five World Cups, culminating in 2022's triumph. As the championship run unfolds, Messi shares some of his most personal reflections—on his national team career and the challenges he's faced.
Omnivore

2024

Omnivore

2024
7.7
From Peruvian salt flats to Rwandan coffee forests, explore and celebrate the ingredients that built societies, shaped beliefs, and forever altered the tapestry of humanity.
Long Way Down

2007

Long Way Down

2007
8
Three years after Long Way Round, Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman set off on a 15,000-mile journey from the northernmost tip of Scotland to the southernmost tip of South Africa, mixing their love of motorcycles with the lure of far-flung roads.