Top Rated Documentary TV Series on Paramount Plus - Page 2

Never Seen Again

2022

Never Seen Again

2022
7
Docuseries told from the point of view of those left behind after a loved one vanishes without a trace.
True Life Crime

2020

True Life Crime

2020
7.3
Take a deep dive into the true-crime stories rocking headlines and social media feeds. These victims were young, the crimes against them were shocking and haunting questions remain.
Disasters at Sea

2018

Disasters at Sea

2018
7.1
Dedicated investigators uncover the devastating chain of circumstances that caused a maritime disaster. With the evidence at the bottom of the sea, ingenuity is required to find the cause – whether it is human error or the uncontrollable ocean.
Fever Pitch: The Rise of the Premier League

2021

Fever Pitch: The Rise of the Premier League

2021
8
Once upon a time, football was just a game... From those who lived it, and those who made the beautiful game a billion pound business. The goals, the glamour, the glory.
The Pacific War in Color

2018

The Pacific War in Color

2018
7.5
Witness iconic assaults, intense battles, and intimate moments of the Pacific War, in color.
Air Warriors

2014

Air Warriors

2014
6.2
They are the high-flying pride of the U.S. military, one-of-a-kind warriors that, over the decades, collectively revolutionized aerial warfare. Through rare, archival footage and compelling testimonies, meet the men and women who fly and maintain these Air Warriors and see how they've overcome incredible obstacles to rule the sky.
Hip Hop Was Born Here

2025

Hip Hop Was Born Here

2025
3.6
LL COOL J charts the creation, evolution and ongoing legacy of Hip Hop not just as a genre but as a culture.
Orangutan Jungle School

2018

Orangutan Jungle School

2018
9
This series follows the stories of the orangutans and the staff at the world’s biggest orangutan rehabilitation center.
China From Above

2015

China From Above

2015
5
China is a land of immense scale and diversity, an ancient civilization with a fascinating history dating back thousands of years. From the monumental engineering feats of the Great Wall, to innovative and unique farming techniques, and a massive water splashing festival, you’ll discover how China has transformed its cities and infrastructure so much in three decades while still retaining its strong traditions, and how these strong traditions have shaped China’s landscape to make it uniquely recognizable and truly magnificent, especially from the air!
Pillowcase Murders

2024

Pillowcase Murders

2024
5.5
When dozens of women enjoying their golden years unexpectedly died at Senior Living Communities across the Dallas area, authorities classified the deaths as natural causes. No one suspected that a cold-blooded, serial killer, posing as a maintenance man, was targeting one of the most vulnerable populations: elderly women.
Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?

2023

Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?

2023
7
Famed Rush bassist Geddy Lee travels to the homes of some of music’s most renowned bass players and digs into the stories that make these musicians stand out. A follow-up to his recent book, “Geddy Lee’s Big Beautiful Book of Bass,” the new 4-part series features episodes with Krist Novoselic (Nirvana), Les Claypool (Primus), Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, Smashing Pumpkins) and Rob Trujillo (Metallica).
The Real Jesus of Nazareth

2017

The Real Jesus of Nazareth

2017
7
Take a pilgrimage across the Holy Land as we explore the life of Jesus of Nazareth, separating history from legend.
Ice Airport Alaska

2020

Ice Airport Alaska

2020
7.8
A chronicle of the daily challenges of the airport staff who manage to keep the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) open, freight flowing, and passengers flying, all despite weather that regularly dips to -38 Fahrenheit and wind speeds that typically exceed 100 mph.
American Gangster: Trap Queens

2019

American Gangster: Trap Queens

2019
5.5
American Gangster: Trap Queens is a new installment of the critically acclaimed American Gangster series that examines the lives and the legend behind some of America's most notorious female criminals.
America's Hidden Stories

2019

America's Hidden Stories

2019
3.5
Modern historians, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and newly discovered evidence, rewrite the nation's most iconic stories.
Mighty Trains

2016

Mighty Trains

2016
5.8
A journey riding the rails around the world, from the locomotive to rail traffic control to the maintenance depot.
Africa's Hunters

2017

Africa's Hunters

2017
6
A wise old leopard is challenged by a young rival; a lion cub struggles to find his place in the pride; and a lowly young hyena needs to grow up fast as the dry season takes hold. Powerful, personal stories will reveal the unique characters and amazing adaptations of Africa's top predators, followed in intimate detail, in the Zambian wilderness.
Great Blue Wild

2015

Great Blue Wild

2015
7
To catch a glimpse of some of the most spectacular natural wonders on the planet, you have to journey deep beneath the oceans. Dive into lush undersea gardens filled with vibrant vistas and otherworldly creatures.
Combat Ships

2017

Combat Ships

2017
6.5
The very first submarine, which legend claims lurked beneath New York Harbor during the American Revolutionary War. The small ships that rescued thousands from Dunkirk. The destroyer that forced the easing of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Over the centuries, conflicts have prompted advances to ship designs, making vessels stronger, faster, smarter, and capable of changing the course of wars. Join us as we examine the world's greatest Combat Ships, and reveal how they shaped world history and inspired men and women to acts of incredible courage.
The Real Mad Men of Advertising

2017

The Real Mad Men of Advertising

2017
5.2
Follow the evolution of advertising from the 1950s through the 1980s, via interviews with the industry's top ad executives, and through classic ads and commercials.