18.4IMDbPG-13Senna
2010
Top 10 Documentary Movies
Senna leads our ranking of the best Documentary movies with an 8.4 rating, followed by The Salt of the Earth and Night and Fog. All 14 picks are ranked by a weighted blend of IMDb and TMDb scores, with official age ratings shown.
14 movies · ranked by rating
Ranked movies
- 18.4IMDbPG-13
28.4IMDbPG-13
38.6IMDbMNight and Fog
1956
48.9IMDbPG
58.6IMDb12Human
2015
68.5IMDb16For Sama
2019
78.7IMDb0Shoah
1985
88.1IMDb12
97.5IMDbK-16
107.3IMDbR
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Documentary movie?
Senna (2010) tops our ranking of the best Documentary movies, based on a weighted blend of IMDb and TMDb ratings. Senna, The Salt of the Earth and Night and Fog round out the top picks.
How are these Documentary movies ranked?
We rank by a weighted rating that combines IMDb and TMDb scores with how many people voted — so well-loved, widely-seen films rank above obscure titles with a high score from only a handful of votes. Every pick also shows its official age rating.
What are some good Documentary movies to watch?
Beyond Senna, our list above highlights the highest-rated Documentary movies worth your time, each with its rating and age certification noted.