Best 2000s Documentary Movies
Looking for the best 2000s Documentary movies? These are the 48 highest-rated 2000s Documentary titles in our catalogue, led by Jisoe, Tenerife and American Harmony. The list is ranked by audience score; open any title for its cast, trailer and legal places to watch.
2. Tenerife (2005)
★ 8.5/10
March 27, 1977. At 2:00 in the afternoon, a thick fog rolled into the usually quiet Los Rodeos Airport in Tenerife, in the Canary Islands. On the runway sat two fully loaded jumbo airliners. An explosion at a nearby…
3. American Harmony (2009)
★ 8.5/10
Every year thousands compete in the world's greatest singing competition - that you've never heard of. AMERICAN HARMONY journeys deep into the ultra-obsessive, zany, and heartfelt world of competitive barbershop…
4. Earthlings (2005)
★ 8.1/10
Using hidden cameras and never-before-seen footage, Earthlings chronicles the day-to-day practices of the largest industries in the world, all of which rely entirely on animals for profit.
5. Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father (2008)
★ 8.1/10
In 2001, Andrew Bagby, a medical resident, is murdered not long after breaking up with his girlfriend. Soon after, when she announces she's pregnant, one of Andrew's many close friends, Kurt Kuenne, begins this film, a…
6. The Trials of Darryl Hunt (2007)
★ 8.1/10
"The Trials of Darryl Hunt" is a feature documentary about a brutal rape/murder case and a wrongly convicted man, Darryl Hunt, who spent nearly twenty years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Both a social…
7. Klunkerz (2006)
★ 8.0/10
Long before the mountain bike entered our global consciousness, the cycling enthusiasts of Northern California's Marin County rode modified pre-WWII bicycles down the slopes of Mount Tamalpais. They developed their…
8. The Strangest Dream (2009)
★ 8.0/10
The Strangest Dream tells the story of Joseph Rotblat, the history of nuclear weapons, and the efforts of the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs - an international movement Rotblat co-founded - to halt…
9. The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts (2009)
★ 7.9/10
On October 29th and 30th, 2009, rock 'n' roll royalty held court at Madison Square Garden for what have been called 'the best concerts ever,' and 'where rock 'n' roll history was made.' The concerts featured a who's…
10. The Cove (2009)
★ 7.9/10
The Cove tells the amazing true story of how an elite team of individuals, films makers and free divers embarked on a covert mission to penetrate the hidden cove in Japan, shining light on a dark and deadly secret. The…
11. Tupac: Resurrection (2003)
★ 7.8/10
Home movies, photographs, and recited poetry illustrate the life of Tupac Shakur, one of the most beloved, revolutionary, and volatile hip-hop MCs of all time.
12. Cirque du Soleil: Varekai (2003)
★ 7.8/10
Icarus is the main character of Varekai, who falls to the ground, breaking his legs as he does. He is suddenly in a strange, new world full of creatures he has never seen before. Parachuted into the shadows of a…
13. Romántico (2005)
★ 7.8/10
Romántico is a documentary about Mexican musician Carmelo Muñiz Sánchez, who returns home to his beloved daughters after years spent playing San Francisco’s taquerías and hipster joints. But once Carmelo arrives in his…
14. Pressure Cooker (2008)
★ 7.8/10
A committed, passionate teacher tries to make all the difference in the lives of disadvantaged students.
15. An Unreasonable Man (2007)
★ 7.8/10
An Unreasonable Man is a 2006 documentary film that traces the life and career of political activist Ralph Nader, the founder of modern consumer protection. The film examines Nader's advocacy for auto safety features…
16. Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy (2004)
★ 7.7/10
From the earliest versions of the script to the blockbuster debuts, explore the creation of the Star Wars Trilogy.
17. The Fog of War (2003)
★ 7.7/10
Using archival footage, cabinet conversation recordings, and an interview of the 85-year-old Robert McNamara, The Fog of War depicts his life, from working as a WWII whiz-kid military officer, to being the Ford Motor…
18. Waltz with Bashir (2008)
★ 7.7/10
An Israeli film director interviews fellow veterans of the 1982 invasion of Lebanon to reconstruct his own memories of his term of service in that conflict.
19. Incubus: The Morning View Sessions (2002)
★ 7.7/10
Funky hard rock upstarts Incubus recorded their album Morning View at a house in Malibu, CA, and in a special event to celebrate the album's release, the group played a special radio concert at the Sony studios in New…
20. As I Was Moving Ahead, Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000)
★ 7.7/10
A compilation of over 30 years of private home movie footage shot by Lithuanian-American avant-garde director Jonas Mekas, assembled by Mekas "purely by chance", without concern for chronological order.
21. The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007)
★ 7.7/10
In this hilarious arcade showdown, a humble novice goes head-to-head against the reigning Donkey Kong champ in a confrontation that rocks the gaming world to its processors! For over 20 years, Billy Mitchell has owned…
22. Metal: A Headbanger's Journey (2005)
★ 7.6/10
The film discusses the traits and originators of some of metal's many subgenres, including the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, power metal, Nu metal, glam metal, thrash metal, black metal, and death metal. Dunn uses a…
23. Earth (2007)
★ 7.6/10
An epic story of adventure, starring some of the most magnificent and courageous creatures alive, awaits you in EARTH. Disneynature brings you a remarkable story of three animal families on a journey across our planet…
24. Touching the Void (2003)
★ 7.6/10
The true story of Joe Simpson and Simon Yates' disastrous and nearly-fatal mountain climb of 6,344m Siula Grande in the Cordillera Huayhuash in the Peruvian Andes in 1985.
25. Anvil! The Story of Anvil (2008)
★ 7.6/10
At 14, best friends Robb Reiner and Lips made a pact to rock together forever. Their band, Anvil, hailed as the "demi-gods of Canadian metal" influenced a musical generation that includes Metallica, Slayer, and…
26. The Corporation (2003)
★ 7.6/10
Since the late 18th century American legal decision that the business corporation organizational model is legally a person, it has become a dominant economic, political and social force around the globe. This film…
27. The Gleaners and I (2000)
★ 7.6/10
Varda focuses her eye on gleaners: those who scour already-reaped fields for the odd potato or turnip. Her investigation leads from forgotten corners of the French countryside to off-hours at the green markets of…
28. The Up in Smoke Tour (2000)
★ 7.6/10
The Up in Smoke Tour is a West Coast hip hop tour in 2000 featuring artists Ice Cube, Eminem, Proof, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Nate Dogg, Kurupt, D12, MC Ren, Westside Connection, Mel-Man, Tha Eastsidaz, Doggy's Angels…
29. The Weird World Of Louis Theroux (2007)
★ 7.6/10
Louis Theroux narrates a compilation of clips from his documentaries.
30. The Monday Night War - WWE Raw vs. WCW Nitro (2004)
★ 7.6/10
Now it can be told. In 1995, two wrestling companies squared off on Monday night television to compete head to head in an unprecedented confrontation. On one side, Vince McMahon, the promoter who created WWE and made…
31. Stephen Hawking and The Theory of Everything (2009)
★ 7.6/10
Twenty years after A Brief History of Time flummoxed the world with its big numbers and black holes, its author, Stephen Hawking, concedes that the "ultimate theory" he'd believed to be imminent - which would…
32. Bowling for Columbine (2002)
★ 7.5/10
This is not a film about gun control. It is a film about the fearful heart and soul of the United States, and the 280 million Americans lucky enough to have the right to a constitutionally protected Uzi. From a look at…
33. Grizzly Man (2005)
★ 7.5/10
Werner Herzog's documentary film about the "Grizzly Man" Timothy Treadwell and what the thirteen summers in a National Park in Alaska were like in one man's attempt to protect the grizzly bears. The film is full of…
34. Depeche Mode: Touring the Angel — Live in Milan (2006)
★ 7.5/10
Depeche Mode's 'Touring The Angel' was one of the most successful, highly grossing and critically acclaimed tours of 2006. Hailed as the greatest live performances of their career, it was recorded at Milan's Fila Forum…
35. Though I Am Gone (2006)
★ 7.5/10
Filmmaker Hu Jie uncovers the tragic story of a teacher beaten to death by her students during the Cultural Revoution. In 1966, the Cultural Revolution exploded throughout China, as Mao's Red Guards persecuted…
36. Mamonas Forever (2009)
★ 7.5/10
In less than ten months, the music band Mamonas Assassinas went from being completely unknown to becoming one of the biggest phenomena in Brazilian music. Irreverent, intelligent, sarcastic and creative, the band took…
37. Sicko (2007)
★ 7.4/10
A documentary about the corrupt health care system in The United States who's main goal is to make profit even if it means losing people’s lives. "The more people you deny health insurance the more money we make" is…
38. Encounters at the End of the World (2007)
★ 7.4/10
Herzog and cinematographer Peter Zeitlinger go to Antarctica to meet people who live and work there, and to capture footage of the continent's unique locations. Herzog's voiceover narration explains that his film will…
39. Man on Wire (2008)
★ 7.4/10
On August 7th 1974, French tightrope walker Philippe Petit stepped out on a high wire, illegally rigged between New York's World Trade Center twin towers, then the world's tallest buildings. After nearly an hour of…
40. Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul (2005)
★ 7.4/10
German musician Alexander Hacke explores Istanbul's rich music culture and attempts to create a portrait of Turkey through music genres. On this journey, he encounters a mosaic that covers countless genres from rock to…
41. The White Stripes: Under Great White Northern Lights (2009)
★ 7.4/10
In 2007 the legendary American duo White Stripes toured Canada. Besides playing the usual venues they challenged themselves and played in buses, cafés and for Indian tribal elders. Music video director Emmett Malloy…
42. Bruce Lee: A Warrior's Journey (2000)
★ 7.3/10
Documentary on the legendary martial artist Bruce Lee, with a focus on the production of his unfinished film Game of Death. Using interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, Lee aficionado John Little paints a portrait…
43. Dark Days (2000)
★ 7.3/10
A cinematic portrait of the homeless population who live permanently in the underground tunnels of New York City.
44. Food, Inc. (2008)
★ 7.3/10
Documentary filmmaker Robert Kenner examines how mammoth corporations have taken over all aspects of the food chain in the United States, from the farms where our food is grown to the chain restaurants and supermarkets…
45. Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005)
★ 7.2/10
A documentary about the Enron corporation, its faulty and corrupt business practices, and how they led to its fall.
46. It Might Get Loud (2008)
★ 7.2/10
A documentary on the electric guitar from the point of view of three significant rock musicians: the Edge, Jimmy Page and Jack White.
47. Star Wars: The Legacy Revealed (2007)
★ 7.2/10
The special focuses on how Star Wars is relevant today and the history that inspired it, and also makes various connections to Greek mythology. It consists of several interviews with well-known politicians…
48. Zeitgeist: Addendum (2008)
★ 7.2/10
Zeitgeist: Addendum premiered at the 5th Annual Artivist Film Festival. Director Peter Joseph stated: "The failure of our world to resolve the issues of war, poverty, and corruption, rests within a gross ignorance…
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