Historical Documentaries History is the greatest storyteller, and these documentary shows and films tackle true tales of culture, war and so much more, from ancient times to modern.

History was made in 1973, when DJ Kool Herc played his original music at his sister’s party in The Bronx. That event is considered the birthplace of hip-hop, and this Peabody Award–winning …

This immersive documentary brings history to life through vividly restored archival footage and firsthand accounts of WWII Britain during the Blitz. Watch trailers & learn more.

History is the greatest storyteller, and these documentary shows and films tackle true tales of culture, war and so much more, from ancient times to modern.

Black History Is American History Discover something new on Netflix — from local favorites to global phenomenons. New shows and movies arrive every week so you’ll never run out of something to watch.

Infographics and archival footage deliver bite-size history lessons on scientific breakthroughs, social movements and world-changing discoveries. Watch trailers & learn more.

Featuring personal interviews with actors like Reese Witherspoon, Jessica Chastain and Tiffany Haddish, the documentary dives deep into gender disparity through the eyes of the women who’ve …

This documentary series offers an alternative take on modern American history, focusing on underreported events that shaped the nation's character. Watch trailers & learn more.

From the attack on Pearl Harbor to D-Day, the most pivotal events of World War II come to life in this documentary series featuring colorized footage. Watch trailers & learn more.

In the 1970s, leader Jim Jones established his congregation in Jonestown, Guyana, where he carried out one of the deadliest mass murders in history. This upcoming documentary on Netflix tells the story.