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1. Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story (2024)
TV-MA | 56 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Follows the history of Bon Jovi, featuring personal videos, photos, and music that provide a look at Jon Bon Jovi's life and the band's journey from New Jersey clubs to global fame.
Stars: Jon Bon Jovi, David Bryan, Tico Torres, Phil X
Votes: 622
2. Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (2023)
PG-13 | 169 min | Documentary, Music
Experience the Eras Tour concert, performed by the one and only Taylor Swift.
Director: Sam Wrench | Stars: Taylor Swift, Mike Meadows, Max Bernstein, Paul Sidoti
Votes: 20,893
3. The Greatest Night in Pop (2024)
PG-13 | 96 min | Documentary, Music
On January 25th 1985, dozens of the era's most popular musicians gathered in Los Angeles to record a charity single for African famine relief. Setting egos aside, they collaborated on a song that would make history.
Director: Bao Nguyen | Stars: Lionel Richie, Harriet Sternberg, Wendy Rees, Harry Belafonte
Votes: 11,236
4. The Beatles: Get Back (2021)
PG-13 | 156 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
In January 1969, The Beatles set out to write and record new songs for their first live show in more than two years, culminating in an impromptu concert atop their Savile Row studio.
Votes: 28,128
5. Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé (2023)
Not Rated | 169 min | Documentary, Music
Beyoncé in performance at her record-breaking RENAISSANCE World Tour and the creative mastermind behind it.
Directors: Beyoncé, Mark Ritchie, Ed Burke | Stars: Beyoncé, Blue Ivy Carter, Diana Ross, Kendrick Lamar
Votes: 3,351
6. The Greatest Love Story Never Told (2024)
R | 86 min | Documentary
Behind-the-scenes with Jennifer Lopez as she independently produces a new album that explores her twenty-year journey to self-love.
Director: Jason B. Bergh | Stars: Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck, Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, Tony Bellissimo
Votes: 1,032
7. Cobain: Montage of Heck (2015)
TV-MA | 132 min | Documentary, Animation, Biography
An authorized documentary on the late musician Kurt Cobain, from his early days in Aberdeen, Washington to his success and downfall with the grunge band Nirvana.
Director: Brett Morgen | Stars: Kurt Cobain, Wendy O'Connor, Don Cobain, Jenny Cobain
Votes: 32,144
8. The Beach Boys (2024)
PG-13 | 113 min | Documentary, Biography, Music | Completed
A celebration of the legendary band that revolutionized pop music and created the harmonious sound that personified the California Dream.
Directors: Frank Marshall, Thom Zimny
9. American Symphony (2023)
PG-13 | 104 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
In this deeply intimate documentary, musician Jon Batiste attempts to compose a symphony as his wife, writer Suleika Jaouad, undergoes cancer treatment.
Director: Matthew Heineman | Stars: Jon Batiste, Lindsey Byrnes, Jonathan Dinklage, Suleika Jaouad
Votes: 3,767
10. Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus (2023)
103 min | Documentary, Music
Ryuichi Sakamoto's last performance, a concert film featuring just him and his piano playing for the last time before passing away.
Director: Neo Sora | Star: Ryuichi Sakamoto
Votes: 379
11. Miss Americana (2020)
TV-MA | 85 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama
A look at iconic pop artist Taylor Swift during a transformational time in her life as she embraces her role as a singer/songwriter and harnesses the full power of her voice.
Director: Lana Wilson | Stars: Taylor Swift, Andrea Swift, Scott Swift, Joel Little
Votes: 24,844
12. American Masters (1985– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Documentary series focusing on great American artists and personalities.
Stars: Martin Scorsese, Peter Bogdanovich, Tony Bennett, Dick Cavett
Votes: 1,171
13. Clusterf**k: Woodstock '99 (2022)
TV-MA | 47 min | Documentary, History, Music
Woodstock 1969 promised peace and music, but its '99 revival delivered days of rage, riots and real harm. Why did it go so horribly wrong?
Stars: Ananda Lewis, Heather Eason Liposky, Colin Speir, John Scher
Votes: 21,504
14. Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018 TV Special)
TV-PG | 125 min | Documentary, Music
Taylor Swift takes the stage and proves she doesn't care about her bad reputation.
Director: Paul Dugdale | Stars: Taylor Swift, Matt Billingslea, Camila Cabello, Toshi Davidson
Votes: 7,692
15. Milli Vanilli (2023)
TV-MA | 106 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
The bizarre untold truth behind the greatest con in music history - Milli Vanilli.
Director: Luke Korem | Stars: Downtown Julie Brown, Boney M., Diane Warren, Sabrina Salerno
Votes: 1,991
16. Camden (2024– )
Documentary, Music | Completed
Showcases Camden's history of music.
Stars: Mark Ronson, Boy George, Chris Martin, Questlove
17. Hate to Love: Nickelback (2023)
90 min | Documentary, Music
An intimate portrait of the Canadian stadium rockers roller coaster career. From their rural roots in Alberta to becoming one of the most successful, yet divisive acts in music history.
Director: Leigh Brooks | Stars: Daniel Adair, Chad Kroeger, Mike Kroeger, Nickelback
Votes: 122
18. The Sparks Brothers (2021)
R | 140 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy
A musical odyssey through five weird and wonderful decades with Ron and Russell Mael celebrating the inspiring legacy of Sparks.
Director: Edgar Wright | Stars: Ron Mael, Russell Mael, Beck, Jane Wiedlin
Votes: 6,061
19. Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021)
PG-13 | 118 min | Documentary, History, Music
Documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African-American music and culture and promoted Black pride and unity.
Director: Questlove | Stars: Dorinda Drake, Barbara Bland-Acosta, Darryl Lewis, Ethel Beatty
Votes: 13,887
20. This Is It (2009)
PG | 111 min | Documentary, Music
A compilation of interviews, rehearsals, and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.
Director: Kenny Ortega | Stars: Michael Jackson, Alex Al, Alexandra Apjarova, Nick Bass
Votes: 41,908 | Gross: $72.09M
21. The Beatles Anthology (1995–1996)
TV-14 | 67 min | Documentary, Music
An autobiographical documentary of the greatest of the rock bands.
Stars: Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, George Martin
Votes: 9,431
22. The X Factor UK (2004–2024)
60 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Music
British singing competition in which contestants sing cover songs to try and impress judges and voting viewers.
Stars: Louis Walsh, Simon Cowell, Dermot O'Leary, Sharon Osbourne
Votes: 4,877
23. The Defiant Ones (2017)
TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
"The Defiant Ones" examines the partnership between Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre - one the son of a Brooklyn longshoreman, the other straight out of Compton - and their leading roles in a chain of transformative events in contemporary culture.
Stars: Stevie Nicks, Bono, Dr. Dre, Tom Petty
Votes: 15,681
24. Robbie Williams (2023)
TV-MA | 50 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
After 25 years of his record-breaking solo career, Robbie looks back on his younger self and reflects on a lifetime spent in the spotlight.
Stars: Robbie Williams, Guy Chambers, Geri Horner, Ayda Field
Votes: 4,267
25. The Beatles: Get Back - The Rooftop Concert (2022)
PG-13 | 65 min | Documentary, Music
For the first time in its entirety - The Beatles' last live performance as a group, the unforgettable rooftop concert on London's Savile Row.
Director: Peter Jackson | Stars: The Beatles, George Harrison, John Lennon, Paul McCartney
Votes: 1,522
26. Classic Albums (1997– )
50 min | Documentary, Music
A documentary series on several of the key albums in music history.
Stars: David Fricke, Joe Travers, Bruce Botnick, Phil Alexander
Votes: 339
27. Wham! (2023)
TV-14 | 92 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Through archival interviews and footage, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley relive the arc of their Wham career, from '70s best buds to '80s pop icons.
Director: Chris Smith | Stars: Bananarama, Bono, David Bowie, Boy George
Votes: 8,951
28. Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry (2021)
R | 140 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy
An intimate look at the singer-songwriter's journey, navigating life on the road, on stage, in the streets and at home, while creating her debut album.
Director: R.J. Cutler | Stars: Billie Eilish, Finneas O'Connell, Maggie Baird, Patrick O'Connell
Votes: 8,833
29. Hated: GG Allin & the Murder Junkies (1993)
Not Rated | 52 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Documentary about notorious punk rock performer GG Allin.
Director: Todd Phillips | Stars: GG Allin, Merle Allin, Brian Unk Hunter, Shireen Kadivar
Votes: 3,522
30. Unsung (2008– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
A series that profiles some of the most influential, talented yet forgotten R&B, Soul and Gospel artists of the 1970s, '80s and '90s.
Stars: Gary Anthony Williams, Steven Ivory, Dyana Williams, Nelson George
Votes: 393
31. Little Richard: I Am Everything (2023)
TV-MA | 101 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The life and career of Little Richard, the one-of-a-kind rock 'n' roll icon who shaped the world of music.
Director: Lisa Cortes | Stars: Little Richard, Ralph Harper, Newt Collier, Charles 'Bud' Penniman
Votes: 1,411
32. Thriller 40 (2023)
90 min | Documentary, Music
Follows the making of Michael Jackson's record-breaking album "Thriller".
Director: Nelson George | Stars: Michael Jackson, Rick Baker, Steve Barron, Mary J. Blige
Votes: 1,426
33. Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991)
R | 120 min | Documentary, Music
Documentary following singer Madonna on her controversial Blond Ambition tour in 1990.
Director: Alek Keshishian | Stars: Madonna, Donna DeLory, Niki Haris, Luis Camacho
Votes: 10,040 | Gross: $15.01M
34. Hot Potato: The Story of the Wiggles (2023)
Not Rated | 104 min | Documentary
The incredible true story of early childhood teachers and friends, The Wiggles, who rock 'n' rolled their way into the hearts of millions around the globe in one of the greatest entertainment stories of all time.
Directors: Sally Aitken, Fraser Grut | Stars: Jackie Cannizzaro, Murray Cook, Jeff Fatt, Evie Ferris
Votes: 529
35. Tina (I) (2021)
TV-MA | 118 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Exclusive access to the Grammy Award-winning artist to celebrate her career.
Directors: Daniel Lindsay, T.J. Martin | Stars: Tina Turner, Carl Arrington, Ike Turner, Lejeune Richardson
Votes: 6,348
36. Mike Judge Presents: Tales from the Tour Bus (2017–2018)
TV-MA | 30 min | Documentary, Animation, Biography
The raucous adventures of musicians such as Johnny Paycheck, Jerry Lee Lewis, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, as told by those who knew them best. Season 2 covers the legends of funk.
Stars: Mike Judge, Kinky Friedman, Shooter Jennings, Don Adams
Votes: 1,488
37. Hip-Hop Evolution (2016– )
TV-MA | 90 min | Documentary, Music
MC and journalist Shad Kabango meets with Hip-Hop's biggest stars to retrace how Hip-Hop became the world's most popular music, but realizes that Hip-Hop's true legacy is something much more profound.
Stars: Shad, LL Cool J, Big Daddy Kane, Cheo Hodari Coker
Votes: 6,452
38. Part of Me (2012)
PG | 93 min | Documentary, Music
A look at the life, career and music of singer Katy Perry as we follow her on the California Dreams World Tour.
Directors: Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz | Stars: Katy Perry, Adam Marcello, Casey Hooper, Patrick Matera
Votes: 13,872 | Gross: $25.24M
39. Halftime (2022)
TV-MA | 95 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Global superstar Jennifer Lopez reflects on her multifaceted career and the pressure of life in the spotlight in this intimate documentary.
Directors: Amanda Micheli, Sam Wrench | Stars: Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck, Adam Blackstone, Kim Burse
Votes: 5,716
40. It Might Get Loud (2008)
PG | 98 min | Documentary, Music
A documentary on the electric guitar from the point of view of three significant rock musicians: The Edge, Jimmy Page, and Jack White.
Director: Davis Guggenheim | Stars: Jimmy Page, The Edge, Jack White, Dallas Schoo
Votes: 13,551 | Gross: $1.61M
41. Jazz (2001)
108 min | Documentary, History, Music
A survey of the musical form's history and major talents.
Stars: Keith David, Wynton Marsalis, Gary Giddins, Delroy Lindo
Votes: 2,499
42. When You're Strange (2009)
R | 86 min | Documentary, Music
A look at the late '60s and early '70s rock band The Doors, including rare exclusive footage.
Director: Tom DiCillo | Stars: Johnny Depp, John Densmore, Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek
Votes: 10,276 | Gross: $0.24M
43. 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything (2021)
TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, History, Music
The musicians and soundtracks that shaped the culture and politics of 1971.
Stars: Elton John, Graham Nash, Ringo Starr, Linda Ronstadt
Votes: 1,744
44. Olivia Rodrigo: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film) (2022)
76 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Follow Olivia Rodrigo as she recounts the memories of writing and creating her debut album. Take a look on her journey from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles.
Director: Stacey Lee | Stars: Olivia Rodrigo, Dan Nigro, Heather Elizabeth Baker, Towa Bird
Votes: 1,558
45. Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song (2021)
PG-13 | 118 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
This documentary explores the life of singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen as seen through the prism of his internationally renowned hymn, "Hallelujah".
Directors: Daniel Geller, Dayna Goldfine | Stars: Leonard Cohen, Nancy Bacal, Steve Berkowitz, Jeff Buckley
Votes: 1,297 | Gross: $1.06M
46. In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50 (2022)
86 min | Documentary, Comedy, Horror
What began as a straightforward documentary about the cult rock band King Crimson as it turned 50, mutated into an exploration of time, death, family, and the transcendent power of music to change lives. But with jokes.
Director: Toby Amies | Stars: Robert Fripp, Biff Blumfumgagnge, Bill Rieflin, Bill Bruford
Votes: 798
47. Shine a Light (2008)
PG-13 | 122 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
A career-spanning documentary on The Rolling Stones, with concert footage from their "A Bigger Bang" tour.
Director: Martin Scorsese | Stars: Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood
Votes: 12,302 | Gross: $5.36M
48. The BMF Documentary: Blowing Money Fast (2022)
Documentary
Explores an inside look at different perspectives from the ones involved in the series BMF.
Stars: Scott Burnstein, Yolanda Yogi Dreher, Lucille Flenory, Nicole Flenory
Votes: 186
49. South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert (2022 TV Special)
TV-MA | 99 min | Documentary, Animation, Comedy
South Park (1997) creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker are joined by bands Primus and Ween for a second night celebrating the series' 25 year history.
Director: Alex Coletti | Stars: Trey Parker, Matt Stone, Primus, Les Claypool
Votes: 1,040
50. BTS Monuments: Beyond the Star (2023–2024)
TV-14 | 255 min | Documentary, Music
Follows the growth of the band from their beginnings to what they are today.
Votes: 357