The Best Documentary Movies to Watch on IPTV (Not Available on Netflix)
Documentaries are powerful tools that educate, inspire, and challenge our perspectives. While Netflix offers a broad selection, IPTV provides exclusive access to some remarkable documentaries not available on the platform. Here’s a list of the best documentary films you can stream on IPTV, each with its IMDb rating.
1. For Sama (2019)
IMDb Score: 8.5
A deeply personal film, For Sama chronicles the life of Waad Al-Kateab during the Syrian Civil War. It’s a moving documentary that combines heart-wrenching moments with raw, unfiltered footage of conflict, survival, and the love of a mother for her child.
2. The Act of Killing (2012)
IMDb Score: 8.2
The Act of Killing offers a chilling look at the Indonesian genocide of the 1960s, but from a completely unique perspective. The perpetrators themselves re-enact their crimes in cinematic form, forcing viewers to grapple with morality and history.
3. Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (2018)
IMDb Score: 8.6
This touching documentary explores the life and legacy of Fred Rogers, host of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. It captures the profound impact Rogers had on generations of children and reflects on his message of kindness and empathy.
4. 13th (2016)
IMDb Score: 8.2
Ava DuVernay’s 13th examines the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States. This powerful documentary dives deep into the systemic inequalities that persist in the American justice system.
5. Free Solo (2018)
IMDb Score: 8.2
This documentary follows rock climber Alex Honnold as he prepares to achieve his lifelong dream of free-climbing El Capitan in Yosemite National Park without any ropes. Free Solo is as much about the mental determination and courage of Honnold as it is about the stunning physical feat.
6. Citizenfour (2014)
IMDb Score: 8.0
Citizenfour captures the story of Edward Snowden, the whistleblower who exposed the NSA’s mass surveillance program. Directed by Laura Poitras, it’s an intense, real-time chronicle of how Snowden’s revelations unfolded and their global impact.
7. Man on Wire (2008)
IMDb Score: 7.7
Man on Wire tells the story of Philippe Petit’s daring tightrope walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. It’s a gripping film about courage, passion, and artistry, leaving viewers awestruck by the sheer audacity of Petit’s accomplishment.
8. The Look of Silence (2014)
IMDb Score: 8.3
A companion piece to The Act of Killing, The Look of Silence focuses on a man who confronts the people responsible for his brother’s murder during the Indonesian genocide. It’s a haunting and moving exploration of memory, guilt, and reconciliation.
9. Honeyland (2019)
IMDb Score: 8.0
Set in rural Macedonia, Honeyland is the story of a beekeeper’s fragile relationship with nature, neighbors, and the environment. The documentary speaks to sustainability, tradition, and the delicate balance between human activity and the natural world.
10. The Great Hack (2019)
IMDb Score: 7.0
The Great Hack delves into the data-driven world of modern politics, specifically focusing on the Cambridge Analytica scandal. It reveals how personal data is manipulated for political influence and sheds light on the increasing role of technology in elections.
11. Life, Animated (2016)
IMDb Score: 7.9
Life, Animated is an uplifting story about Owen Suskind, a young man with autism, and how Disney movies helped him connect with the world. The documentary is both heartwarming and inspiring, as it explores how storytelling can transcend barriers.
12. Into the Inferno (2016)
IMDb Score: 7.3
Directed by Werner Herzog, Into the Inferno explores active volcanoes around the world. With Herzog’s distinct narrative style, the documentary is as much about the awe-inspiring power of nature as it is about the cultures that live in its shadow.
13. The Dissident (2020)
IMDb Score: 8.1
This gripping documentary investigates the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. The Dissident exposes the complex web of political intrigue behind the assassination and highlights the global struggle for freedom of the press.
14. Three Identical Strangers (2018)
IMDb Score: 7.7
The film starts with a feel-good story of triplets separated at birth who are reunited by coincidence. However, as the documentary progresses, it takes a darker turn, uncovering a shocking secret about their adoption that poses ethical questions about scientific experimentation.
15. The Cave (2019)
IMDb Score: 7.5
Set in war-torn Syria, The Cave focuses on a female-led hospital where doctors risk their lives to save others amid ongoing bombings. The documentary is a testament to human resilience and the perseverance of medical professionals in the face of danger.
These documentaries take viewers on powerful, emotional journeys that are not available on Netflix but can be streamed exclusively on IPTV. From war zones and political intrigue to personal triumphs and natural wonders, these films challenge, inspire, and educate in ways that only documentaries can. IPTV provides a unique opportunity to explore these stories from all corners of the world.
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