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.
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1. Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere
His first full length feature documentary for Netflix, in Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere Theroux immerses himself in the world of influencers and content creators at the extreme end of the Manosphere. Meeting prominent figures from the movement, which is reshaping the way young men think, the documentarian examines their beliefs, language and attitudes towards women. | Netflix
2. Dynasty: The Murdochs
Arriving on Netflix from Friday, March 13 Dynasty: The Murdochs will offer audiences at home an "unprecedented" look at one of the world's most powerful families. With access to thousands of pages of documents, emails, and text messages never before seen on television the limited series exposes the ways the family have been torn apart as its patriarch Rupert Murdoch attempts to protect his legacy. | POOL/AFP via Getty Images
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3. Frankenstein: The Anatomy Lesson
Guillermo del Toro released his adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein last year, after trying to make the film for more than a decade. This 45 minute documentary takes audiences along for the ride, capturing the cast and crew as they bring Frankenstein, which was shot around Scotland, to life. | Ken Woroner/Netflix
4. Famous Last Words: Eric Dane
Famous Last Words: Eric Dane is an emotional interview with the late American actor who knew it wouldn't be shared until his after his death. Dane, who is best known for roles in shows such as Charmed and Grey's Anatomy died aged 53 following his ALS diagnosis. | Netflix