Since it first launched, Netflix has gained a reputation for the documentaries it puts out, from true crime cases to those which dive into more unique aspects of society.
Now, acclaimed documentarian Louis Theroux has put out his first full length feature on the streaming platform titled Inside the Manosphere, which sees him meet with influencers and content creators reshaping the way young men think about masculinity, from “red-pilling” to their interpretation of “traditional” gender roles.
But this is just the latest documentary to land on Netflix, with other recent releases such as the Oscar-nominated The Perfect Neighbour or even Frankenstein: The Anatomy Lesson which takes audiences behind the scenes of Guillermo del Toro’s Scotland-shot Mary Shelley adaptation.
Here are 18 of the best documentaries to watch on Netflix in March 2026.
13. The Dinosaurs
Released in early March, The Dinosaurs takes viewers on a journey across hundreds of millions of years, following the rise and fall of the dinosaurs. Narrated by Morgan Freeman, the series comes from executive producer Steven Spielberg. | Courtesy of Netflix
14. Take That
A three-part documentary series, Take That goes behind the scenes with Gary, Howard, Mark, Jason, and Robbie as they reveal what life was like for them as members of the iconic UK boy band which has sold more than 45 million records around the world. It features 35 years of rare archive footage, brand new interviews and more. | Netflix
15. Unknown Number: The High School Catfish
This twisty documentary film unpacks the real-life cyberbullying case of 13-year-old Lauryn Licari and her then-boyfriend Owen. The teens from Michigan began receiving texts from an unknown number, which spiralled into daily threats, insults and more over the next 15 months. However, as the investigation deepens a shocking secret emerges which rocks the local community. | Courtesy of Netflix
16. One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5
After a decade Netflix's hugely popular sci-fi series Stranger Things has come to an end. While many fans were unable to accept this and even started to theorise about a secret final episode, the streaming service instead released One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5, a documentary which follows the cast, crew and creators of the show as they bring the final season to life. | Netflix