Top Rated Documentary TV Series on Pantaflix - Page 7

The Civil War

1990

The Civil War

1990
8.1
A documentary on the American Civil War narrated by Ken Burns, covering the secession of the Confederacy to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Chef's Table

2015

Chef's Table

2015
7.8
Meet culinary stars around the world who are redefining gourmet food with innovative dishes and tantalizing desserts.
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.
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.
How To with John Wilson

2020

How To with John Wilson

2020
8.2
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.
Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror

2021

Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror

2021
7.3
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.
Lenox Hill

2020

Lenox Hill

2020
6.7
From birth to brain surgery: This docuseries provides an intimate look at the lifesaving work of four doctors at Lenox Hill Hospital in NYC.
The Mind, Explained

2019

The Mind, Explained

2019
7.5
Ever wonder what's happening inside your head? From dreaming to anxiety disorders, discover how your brain works with this illuminating series.
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour

2019

Greatest Events of World War II in Colour

2019
8
Using highly advanced colourisation techniques, critical moments from World War II, from Stalingrad to The Battle of Britain, are shown in a whole new light.
The Century of the Self

2002

The Century of the Self

2002
8.4
The legacy of famed psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud informs the lives of people throughout the world even to this day, though it's a phenomenon to which most are unaware. The film is an exhaustive examination of his theories on human desire, and how they're applied to platforms such as advertising, consumerism and politics.
Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult

2020

Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult

2020
7.1
This four-part documentary series follows the story of India Oxenberg's perilous journey through the dark and criminal world of the notorious self-help-group-turned-sex-slave-cult NXIVM.
Expedition: Back To The Future

2021

Expedition: Back To The Future

2021
7
Josh Gates goes on the adventure of a lifetime when he and Christopher Lloyd set off to track down the most iconic movie car in Hollywood history, The DeLorean Time Machine from "Back to the Future," and deliver the vehicle to Michael J. Fox.
Africa

2013

Africa

2013
8.3
Africa, the world's wildest continent. David Attenborough takes us on an awe-inspiring journey through one of the most diverse places in the world. We visit deserts, savannas, and jungles and meet up with some of Africa's amazing wildlife.
The Confession Killer

2019

The Confession Killer

2019
7.2
Henry Lee Lucas rose to infamy when he confessed to hundreds of unsolved murders. This docuseries examines the truth -- and horrifying consequences.
The Vow

2020

The Vow

2020
7
The docuseries follows people deeply involved in the group NXIVM — which is faced with various charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy — over the course of several years.
Top Gear

1978

Top Gear

1978
7.8
Motoring programme featuring reviews of and reports about cars of all types.
Pepsi, Where's My Jet?

2022

Pepsi, Where's My Jet?

2022
6.7
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.
Paranormal Witness

2011

Paranormal Witness

2011
7.4
A tense, filmic and high-octane drama-documentary series that brings to life the stories of people who have lived through paranormal experiences that defy explanation. Using a mixture of intimate first-hand testimony and grittily realistic drama, the audience is transported into a world turned upside down by extraordinary and terrifying events.
To Catch a Smuggler

2015

To Catch a Smuggler

2015
7.6
Following the police of Latinoamerica & Europe airports in and their fight against crime.
Marvel's 616

2020

Marvel's 616

2020
7.4
Explore Marvel’s rich legacy of pioneering characters, creators and storytelling to reflect the world outside your window. Each documentary, helmed by a unique filmmaker, showcases the intersections of storytelling, pop culture, and fandom within the Marvel Universe.