If you are a documentary enthusiast and you want to get the top content to watch on Prime Video this year, look no further. There are so many good documentaries that it’s hard to choose which to watch.
Whether you are an enthusiast of history, sciences, nature or human rights, Prime Video offers something to any curious mind.
In this article, we gathered a list of the 15 best documentary movies that can be watched on Prime Video in 2025.
These films can give you hard-hitting true crime stories and stunning nature documentaries that will not only entertain you but also enlighten you with insights into what surrounds us.
1. All In: The Fight for Democracy
All In: The Fight for Democracy examines the history of voting rights in the United States and racial and ethnic disparity as systemic obstacles that marginalised communities experienced.
This documentary is a wake-up call and a call to action as regards the struggle for political equality, as it goes down to the depths of political equality. A Must See for all those interested in democracy and civil rights.
2. My Octopus Teacher
My Octopus Teacher is a winner of the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, as it depicts a touching narrative of a man who develops an unlikely relationship with an octopus in the wild.
This movie is set against the background of the beautiful South African coast and is a breathtaking account of the intelligence and feelings of marine life. It is one of the most heartwarming documentaries that you will ever watch.
3. The Last Dance
The Last Dance is an account of the career of basketball legend Michael Jordan and the last season for the Chicago Bulls that ended with a championship in 1997/98.
Using a combination of interviews, archival footage, and behind-the-scenes access, the documentary provides an unparalleled glimpse into the life of one of the best athletes in history.
4. Won’t You Be My Neighbour?
Won’t You Be My Neighbour? is a heartfelt biographical piece for Fred Rogers, the now legendary host of children’s TV show Mister Rogers’ Neighbourhood.
This documentary brings out his soft approach in touching on important social issues and the effects he had on generations of children. It makes one feel warm and happy.
5. The Social Dilemma
The Social Dilemma reveals the dangers of social media and how tech companies exploit its users for financial gains.
This documentary, consisting of interviews with former employees of major tech giants, is a warning about the addictive nature of social media platforms and their ability to hurt society. It should not be missed by anyone who is using social media.
6. 13th
13th is a 2016 film by Ava DuVernay that explores the relationship between American slavery, racial inequality, and mass imprisonment.
This strong documentary looks at the legal, historical, and societal issues that have made racial injustice remain a permanent fixture. It is a seriously thought-provoking movie that stirs up essential discourses on systemic racism.
7. Free Solo
Free Solo is a documentary that follows rock climber Alex Honnold as he tries to climb El Capitan in Yosemite National Park sans ropes and any safety equipment.
This captivating documentary will grip your attention as it showcases one of the most remarkable feats of physical and mental strength.
8. The Dawn Wall
Dawn Wall is the account of two climbers who conquer the most difficult climb of El Capitan.
It is a movie about persistence, a team and the triumph of the so-called impossible. If you were a fan of Free Solo, here is one more to add to your adventure and sports movie list.
9. Grizzly Man
Grizzly Man, directed by Werner Herzog, is a horrible documentary about a man named Timothy Treadwell who lived in Alaska among bears for many years, leading to an unfortunate death as he was devoured by one of the bold bears. This film is captivating and unsettling in the studied nature of how humans conduct themselves in the natural world.
10. American Factory
American Factory is a movie that tells the story of a Chinese billionaire who launches a factory in post-industrial Ohio, providing a behind-the-scenes examination of the collision of cultures and working environments between American working-class and Chinese management. This Oscar-winning documentary gives us an intriguing glimpse into globalism, labour, and economics.
11. Seaspiracy
Seaspiracy is a documentary you need to watch if you are concerned about the environment and marine life. The documentary reveals the environmental degradation appropriated by massive overfishing, pollution and other man-made activities. It makes you think, and when you finish watching it, you will think about the future of our oceans.
12. Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Took Place
The Fyre Festival event was promoted as a luxury music fest; what they got was a giant mess. In this documentary film, it is shown how the event became one of the most notorious frauds in the modern world. It is an exhilarating look at social media power and the greed behind it.
13. Inside Job
Inside Job examines the 2008 financial crisis, exposing the malpractices and avarice that presented the reason why global financial systems failed.
This documentary takes an insightful look at one of the most horrendous economic events in the history of this world via interviews with the experts and insiders.
14. The Cave
The Cave plunges viewers into the basement underground hospital headed by Dr. Amani Ballour, a pediatrician and the region’s only female doctor, in a war-torn area.
This film gives an honest look at the dedicated health workers who endanger themselves to treat injured people involved in the fighting.
15. Tiger King
The Tiger King TV show was an overnight success thanks to its odd and twisted plot about owners of big cats in America. Its unbelievable secrets, bizarre heroes and crazy crimes make the show so addictive that you can’t turn away after you start watching.