Netflix has become a treasure trove for documentary lovers. From gripping crime sagas to intimate portraits of legendary figures, the streaming service offers a wide array of thought-provoking and entertaining documentaries. Here are the 26 best documentaries you can watch on Netflix right now.

1. “My Octopus Teacher” – A moving tale of an unlikely friendship between a filmmaker and an octopus.

2. “13th” – Ava DuVernay explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States.

3. “Icarus” – A deep dive into doping in sports that unearths a major scandal.

4. “The Social Dilemma” – Delving into the dangerous human impact of social networking.

5. “American Factory” – A post-industrial Ohio where a Chinese billionaire opens a new factory.

6. “Making a Murderer” – A controversial legal saga that questions the justice system.

7. “Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution” – The story of a groundbreaking summer camp for disabled teens.

8. “The Last Dance” – Following Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls’ quest for their sixth NBA Championship.

9. “Knock Down the House” – Four women’s explosive campaigns during the 2018 Congressional election, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s rise.

10. “Blackfish” – The controversial captivity conditions of orca whales, focusing on one named Tilikum.

11. “Five Came Back” – Hollywood filmmakers joining World War II efforts through their cinematic skills.

12. “Inside Job” – The systemic corruption that led to the global financial crisis of 2008.

13. “Wild Wild Country” – The chaotic series of events surrounding Guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh’s commune in Oregon.

14. “The Keepers” – Investigating the unsolved murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik and exposed church corruption in Baltimore.

15. “Virunga” – The brave battle to protect Congo’s Virunga National Park and its endangered gorillas.

16. “Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened” – The infamous failed luxury music festival on a private island.

17. “Cheer” – A gripping look at competitive college cheerleading’s highs and lows.

18. “The Pharmacist” – One man’s mission against opioid addiction after his son’s tragic loss to drugs misuse.

19. “Honeyland” – Exploring sustainability through the lens of North Macedonia’s last female beekeeper’s struggle.

20. “Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel” – Unraveling mysteries tied to Los Angeles’s notorious lodging house.

21. “Miss Americana” – Taylor Swift’s unvarnished reflection on fame, scrutiny, and artistry in her life and career.

22. “Athlete A” – Examining USA Gymnastics’ toxic culture and Larry Nassar’s crimes against young gymnasts.

23. “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” – Detailing Jiro Ono, an elderly master sushi chef’s dedication to his craft in Tokyo.

Please note that titles and availability are subject to change as Netflix regularly updates its catalog with new titles and removes older ones.