Documentary cinema guide

EPiC: Baz Luhrmann's Restored Musical Film "Elvis Presley in Concert"

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, Baz Luhrmann's musical documentary, brings to life never-before-seen footage from Elvis's concerts. It hits theaters on February 25, 2026.

It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley: an exclusive documentary on the iconic singer

Just one album was all it took for Jeff Buckley to leave an indelible mark on rock history. Having tragically passed away at just 30 years old, the American singer and guitarist left behind a legacy of unforgettable tracks, including the legendary cover of “Hallelujah.” A new documentary, titled It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley, is set to bring the iconic artist back to the big screen. Directed by Amy Berg, the film has unveiled a heartfelt trailer. Mark your calendars — it hits French theaters on February 11, 2026!

Life After Siham: An Intimate Documentary Comes to the Cinemas

"Life After Siham" by Namir Abdel Messeeh, a documentary showcased at the Acid at Cannes 2025, hits theaters on January 28, 2026.

Orwell: "2+2=5," Raoul Peck's new documentary hitting theaters

Orwell: 2+2=5 is the latest documentary by Raoul Peck about George Orwell, premiering at Cannes Première 2025. It hits theaters nationwide on February 25, 2026.

Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart—the must-watch documentary now streaming on Netflix

Crime documentary directed by Benedict Sanderson, Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart revisits one of the most high-profile disappearances in the United States, premiering on Netflix on January 21, 2026.

The latest scoop: Behind the scenes of Stranger Things 5 on Netflix

Event documentary, The Final Adventure takes viewers behind the scenes of the last season of Stranger Things, delving into the creative process, heartfelt goodbyes, and its lasting cultural impact, available on Netflix.

The Paris Swindler: Lies and Gastronomy — Canal+ Investigates a Culinary Scam

Initially airing on Canal+ on January 7, 2025, The Paris Swindler: Lies and Gastronomy revisits a high-profile scam centered around a fake culinary venture that captivated the entire Paris elite.

The Carman Family Deaths: crime documentary on Netflix

The Carman Family Deaths, a documentary by Yon Motskin about a tragic family affair in New England, arrives on Netflix on November 19, 2025.

Masaka Kids: The Heartbeat – documentary set in Uganda on Netflix

Masaka Kids: The Heartbeat, a documentary by Moses Bwayo and David Vieira Lopez, will be released on Netflix on December 9, 2025. A portrait of orphaned children in Uganda.

Come See Me In The Good Light: documentary on Apple TV+

Come See Me In The Good Light, a documentary by Ryan White starring Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley, will be released on Apple TV+ on November 14, 2025. An intimate journey about love and the end of life.

À demain sur la Lune (See you tomorrow on the moon): documentary on palliative care

À demain sur la Lune, a documentary by Thomas Balmès, opens in theaters on February 4, 2026. Immerse yourself in a palliative care unit alongside Peyo the horse.

Taylor Swift: The End of an Era – Disney+ documentary series on the behind-the-scenes of the Eras Tour

Taylor Swift: The End of an Era, a six-part documentary series, goes behind the scenes of the Eras Tour. Two episodes will be available on December 12, 2025, on Disney+.

Bardot: Brigitte Bardot documentary to be released in December

The documentary Bardot by Alain Berliner and Elora Thevenet traces the life of Brigitte Bardot between cinema and activism. Released in theaters in France on December 3, 2025.

Golo and Ritchie arrives on Netflix on November 14, 2025.

The film Golo and Ritchie by Ahmed Hamidi and Martin Fougerol will be available on Netflix on November 14, 2025. A heartwarming and inspiring comedy about friendship and pushing yourself beyond your limits.

Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip To Remember — an intimate journey on National Geographic and Disney+.

The documentary Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip To Remember will be broadcast on November 24, 2025, on National Geographic and Disney+. An intimate story about memory and family ties.

Love+War: a portrait of photographer Lynsey Addario by the directors of Free Solo

The documentary Love+War by Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, dedicated to war photographer Lynsey Addario, arrives on Disney+ on November 7, 2025, before airing on National Geographic.

Cover-Up: a documentary thriller about journalist Seymour Hersh, available on Netflix

Cover-Up, a political documentary directed by Laura Poitras and Mark Obenhaus, traces the career of journalist Seymour Hersh. Available on Netflix on December 26, 2025.

Selena y Los Dinos: A Family Affair, the music documentary on Netflix

Selena y Los Dinos: A Family Affair, directed by Isabel Castro, traces the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla through her family's unpublished archives. Available on Netflix on November 17, 2025.

Aileen: The Girl with the Death Mark, the new documentary on Netflix

Directed by Emily Turner, Aileen: The Lady of Death recounts the life and crimes of Aileen Wuornos, available on Netflix on October 30, 2025.