Top Rated Documentary TV Series - Page 6

D-Day Sacrifice

2014

D-Day Sacrifice

2014
6.9
Comprised entirely of re-mastered and colorised archive footage from World War II, much of it never before seen, Sacrifice recounts the story of D-Day through the testimonies of those who lived it. These important historical days are seen through the eyes of French civilians and members of the military fighting on both sides. The testimonies of famous individuals like Dwight D. Eisenhower and Erwin Rommel are intertwined with those of anonymous soldiers and citizens, such as film director Samuel Fuller and Eisenhower's chauffeur, Kay Summersby. From the preparations for D-Day all the way through to the liberation of Paris, the accounts of these men and women provide a moving and invaluable retelling of this pivotal time in history.
Tiny Creatures

2020

Tiny Creatures

2020
6.8
Little animals embark on big adventures across the U.S. in a dramatic nature series that explores their hidden worlds and epic survival stories.
The Devil Next Door

2019

The Devil Next Door

2019
7.1
A Cleveland grandfather is brought to trial in Israel, accused of being the infamous Nazi death camp guard known as Ivan the Terrible.
NOVA

1974

NOVA

1974
7
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.
The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

2021

The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

2021
6.9
The Son of Sam case grew into a lifelong obsession for journalist Maury Terry, who became convinced that the murders were linked to a Satanic cult.
How To with John Wilson

2020

How To with John Wilson

2020
8.1
In a uniquely hilarious odyssey of self-discovery and cultural observation, documentary filmmaker and self-described "anxious New Yorker" John Wilson covertly and obsessively films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on relatable topics. The awkward contradictions of modern life are eased by Wilson’s candid, unpolished commentary. Building upon Wilson’s previously released "how to" short films, each episode takes wildly unexpected turns but is grounded in John's refreshing honesty.
I'll Be Gone in the Dark

2020

I'll Be Gone in the Dark

2020
7
An exploration of the case of the Golden State Killer who terrorized California in the 1970s and 1980s, committing 50 sexual assaults and 10 murders, and true crime author Michelle McNamara's obsessive quest to find justice on behalf of his victims.
The Business of Drugs

2020

The Business of Drugs

2020
6.9
To detail how drugs push people into risky — even deadly — behaviors, a former CIA analyst investigates the economics of six illicit substances.
Fear City: New York vs The Mafia

2020

Fear City: New York vs The Mafia

2020
6.8
New York City in the 1970s was ruled with a bloody fist by five mafia families, until a group of federal agents tried the unthinkable: taking them down.
Matchday: Inside FC Barcelona

2019

Matchday: Inside FC Barcelona

2019
7.7
Inside FC Barcelona, which follows the famed soccer club through its 2018-2019 season.
Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey

2022

Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey

2022
7.4
In interviews and rare home video footage, ex-FLDS members share the truth about their isolated community — and the events that pushed them to leave.
The Movies That Made Us

2019

The Movies That Made Us

2019
7.2
These blockbusters brought us together and gave us the time of our lives. Meet the actors, directors and industry insiders who made them happen.
Pepsi, Where's My Jet?

2022

Pepsi, Where's My Jet?

2022
6.8
When a 20-year-old attempts to win a fighter jet in a Pepsi sweepstakes, he sets the stage for a David versus Goliath court battle for the history books.
Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror

2021

Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror

2021
7.2
Modern history can be divided into two time frames: before 9/11 and after 9/11. This five-part docuseries is a cohesive chronicle of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the U.S., offering illuminating perspectives and personal stories of how the catastrophic events of that day changed the course of the nation.
The Puppet Master: Hunting the Ultimate Conman

2022

The Puppet Master: Hunting the Ultimate Conman

2022
6.7
This harrowing docuseries explores, a cruel conman masquerading as a British spy manipulates and steals from his victims, leaving ruined families in his wake.
Inside Bill's Brain: Decoding Bill Gates

2019

Inside Bill's Brain: Decoding Bill Gates

2019
7.3
Take a trip inside the mind of Bill Gates as the billionaire opens up about those who influenced him and the audacious goals he's still pursuing.
Explained

2018

Explained

2018
7.5
This documentary series, made in partnership with Vox, explain some of the world's current trends, from politics, to science to pop culture.
The Civil War

1990

The Civil War

1990
7.9
A documentary on the American Civil War narrated by Ken Burns, covering the secession of the Confederacy to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
McMillion$

2020

McMillion$

2020
7
A detailed account of the McDonald's Monopoly game scam during the 1990s as told by the participants in the case, including the prizewinners and the FBI agents who caught the security officer who orchestrated the entire scheme.
Por siempre Joan Sebastián

2016

Por siempre Joan Sebastián

2016
7
Biographical miniseries about the late Mexican singer Joan Sebastian.