The 25 best documentaries on Netflix right now
Gem Seddon
If you're on the lookout for something to keep you engrossed
and keep you up to date on what's going (or has gone) on in the world, look no further than our guide to the best documentaries on Netflix. With everything from High Score, which delves into the video games industry, to Life on Our Planet, a look at humankind and the Earth from the legendary David Attenborough, there’s something for everyone.
For something more intergalactic, check out Mercury 13, about NASA's female astronauts in the '60s, or Mission Control: The Unsung Heroes of Apollo, a look behind the curtain at the missions all about landing man on the moon – including the ill-fated Apollo 13. If you're missing The Great British Baking Show, try Chef's Table to get your mouth watering. Then there are Netflix's most famous documentaries to check out if you haven't already. The good news is, everything on our list of the best documentaries on Netflix is available to stream in the UK and US, so get scrolling to find the best informative fare the streamer has to offer.