Epic, intimate, and unforgettable – these 10 documentary masterpieces reshaped cinema and proved real life can be more powerful than fiction.

The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.

Documentaries have only gotten better as time has gone on, and not simply because of hindsight. As such, we think these are the best history documentaries ever.

Looking for some perspective in the kitchen? Here are 6 stellar food documentaries that will change how you see what’s on your plate.

DALLAS — We are less than 100 days from the kickoff of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and with that, the documentaries and docuseries highlighting the legends of the beautiful game and its history are coming to your TV screens.

As 2025 rolls into 2026, it's a good time to unwind and reflect on your life, your goals, and what kind of person you want to be in the new year. Sometimes the best way to crystallize what that all looks like is to reflect on real-life stories from the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It should come as no surprise that Amazon’s documentary “Melania,” about First Lady Melania Trump, grossed $7 million at the box office over the weekend, making it the highest ...

As industry consolidation continues, documentary films face a challenging path to supportive investors, wide distribution, and sustainable success. But the best documentaries of 2025 go a long way toward proving the truth can still win out. From ...

Stanley Schtinter discusses his doc, narrated by Jeremy Irons and debuting at CPH:DOX, and how it "parasitizes the predatory relationship the dominant screen culture encourages people to have with its stars.

The 19th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) has opened global submissions for documentary, short fiction and animation films, inviting filmmakers worldwide to showcase impactful stories and innovative cinematic storytelling in 2026.

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