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    2010s Documentary TV Shows

    The 40 most popular 2010s documentary TV shows, ranked. Click any show for ratings, reviews, trailers, and where to watch.

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    The Girl
    TMDB3.9

    The Girl

    2016

    country: Colombia

    A young woman who was part of the guerrilla group is now seeking a better life in the city. She wants to study medicine, to heal rather than harm, but she will face a challenge, because being part of outlaw groups always has consequences.

    Bares für Rares
    TMDB3.8

    Bares für Rares

    2013

    country: Germany

    In the show, selected applicants each present a curiosity, rarity or antique they have brought with them. Once they have received their expertise, they will have the opportunity on site to offer their exhibit to a changing five-person podium for sale and, ideally, to sell it to the highest bidder for „Bares“ ("cash").

    RE: European Stories
    TMDB3.5

    RE: European Stories

    2017

    country: Germany

    Discover Europe in all its diversity of viewpoints

    Oddity Archive
    TMDB4.0

    Oddity Archive

    2012

    country: United States

    The Oddity Archive is a web series that revolves around the "cultural dustbin", especially as it pertains to media. The Archive also functions as an actual archive of sorts, with a modest collection of off-air Betamax and VHS recordings (about 400 total as of June, 2014). There's also a decent collection of ephemeral video, "ripoff" and "drugstore" LP's/cassettes/8-tracks, as well as (working) obsolete technology.

    Invitation au voyage
    TMDB3.5

    Invitation au voyage

    2017

    country: France

    No overview available

    Die Ratgeber

    TMDB5.0

    Die Ratgeber

    2019

    country: Germany

    No overview available

    World War Two
    TMDB4.0

    World War Two

    2018

    country: United States

    Follow the deadliest conflict in human history in real time, week by week, blow by blow.

    The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation
    TMDB2.5

    The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation

    2014

    country: United States

    The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation is a weekly Saturday morning show on CBS that showcases present-day change-makers from all over the world who are creating solutions to real needs. It is hosted by news correspondent and CBS Sunday Morning regular Mo Rocca. Each episode presents stories related to the process of innovation and also includes one story on The Henry Ford—its Archive of American Innovation, its unique visitor experiences and its unparalleled expertise. The intent is to stimulate curiosity and to inspire audiences with entertaining yet educational stories about yesterday and today’s visionaries and turning points that changed the course of history, as well as innovations and inventions that are changing the world today. The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation is produced in partnership by The Henry Ford and Litton Entertainment, a leading independent production and distribution company.

    Finding Your Roots
    TMDB3.3

    Finding Your Roots

    2012

    country: United States

    Noted Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. has been helping people discover long-lost relatives hidden for generations within the branches of their family trees. Professor Gates utilizes a team of genealogists to reconstruct the paper trail left behind by our ancestors and the world’s leading geneticists to decode our DNA and help us travel thousands of years into the past to discover the origins of our earliest forebears.

    Ancient Aliens
    TMDB3.6

    Ancient Aliens

    2010

    country: United States

    Did intelligent beings from outer space visit Earth thousands of years ago? From the age of the dinosaurs to ancient Egypt, from early cave drawings to continued mass sightings in the US, each episode gives historic depth to the questions, speculations, provocative controversies, first-hand accounts and grounded theories surrounding this age old debate.

    Dateline: Secrets Uncovered
    TMDB4.0

    Dateline: Secrets Uncovered

    2017

    country: United States

    For more than 25 years, Dateline has brought viewers investigations into some of biggest mysteries in America. This entry in the franchise takes a second look at some of the most mysterious cases of recent history. It explores the stories through firsthand accounts told by people who are close to the crime, including investigators who dedicated their time to the cases and family members who are still trying to confront the tragedies that befell their loved ones.

    Rétro Découverte
    TMDB4.3

    Rétro Découverte

    2016

    country: France

    No overview available

    Fun Abroad: 3D2N
    TMDB5.0

    Fun Abroad: 3D2N

    2014

    country: Hong Kong

    Fun Abroad: 3D2N is a tourism project. In the early days, it was characterized by a tight schedule and a high degree of freedom to participate in impromptu activities. It's also focused on getting new owners to try and experience more "firsts."

    Apres OD
    TMDB0.5

    Apres OD

    2018

    country: Canada

    Apres OD

    Expedition Unknown
    TMDB4.0

    Expedition Unknown

    2015

    country: United States

    The adventures of Josh Gates as he investigates unsolved iconic stories across the globe.

    Cosmos
    TMDB4.3

    Cosmos

    2014

    country: United States

    Famed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson provides clarity for the vision of the cosmos as he voyages across the universe with never-before-told stories that delve into the scientific concepts of the laws of gravity and the origins of space and time.

    The Curse of Oak Island
    TMDB3.6

    The Curse of Oak Island

    2014

    country: United States

    Follow brothers Marty and Rick Lagina through their effort to find the speculated - and as of yet undiscovered - buried treasure believed to have been concealed through extraordinary means on Oak Island.

    Checker Tobi
    TMDB4.5

    Checker Tobi

    2013

    country: Germany

    No overview available

    Der Vorkoster
    TMDB3.0

    Der Vorkoster

    2010

    country: Germany

    No overview available

    Eli Roth's History of Horror
    TMDB3.2

    Eli Roth's History of Horror

    2018

    country: United States

    An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

    Szpital
    TMDB3.0

    Szpital

    2013

    country: Poland

    No overview available

    Fraud Squad
    TMDB3.8

    Fraud Squad

    2019

    country: United Kingdom

    Following the investigators tracking down the criminals who steal £1.25 billion every year from the NHS - from organised crime rings to NHS staff themselves.

    Brave Son of India: Maharana Pratap
    TMDB3.1

    Brave Son of India: Maharana Pratap

    2013

    country: India

    Bharat Ka Veer Putra – Maharana Pratap is an Indian television series produced by Abhimanyu Singh of Contiloe Entertainment, based on the life of 16th century Rajput ruler of Mewar, Maharana Pratap Singh. The series premiered on Sony TV on May 27, 2013. The series is introduced by Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan.

    Sidemen
    TMDB4.5

    Sidemen

    2016

    country: United Kingdom

    Welcome to the official Sidemen channel. The home of #SidemenSundays - We post new Sidemen videos every single Sunday!

    The World Heritage
    TMDB4.0

    The World Heritage

    2014

    country: Japan

    TBS’s ”World Heritage,” is a 30-minute weekly documentary series that is registered by UNESCO under Natural Heritage, Cultural Heritage and Cultural Sciences. The program started in spring, 1996, and over a span of 10 years has covered about 560 topics around the world. To better convey the grandeur of these treasures of the world, TBS has shot the series in High-Definition. High quality images, impeccable narrative, and beautiful music...the elements are simple and straightforward. The producers feel that this style of presentation works best to visually document and preserve the wonders of the world, and continue to do so to this day.

    Formula 1: Drive to Survive
    TMDB4.1

    Formula 1: Drive to Survive

    2019

    country: United Kingdom

    Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane — both on and off the track — during each cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing.

    28 minutes
    TMDB1.3

    28 minutes

    2012

    country: France

    No overview available

    Mitsuaki Iwago's World “Cats” Travelogue
    TMDB4.7

    Mitsuaki Iwago's World “Cats” Travelogue

    2012

    country: Japan

    Prominent Japanese wildlife photographer and filmmaker Mitsuaki Iwago loves cats of all shapes and sizes. So he's set out on a journey to film cats all over the world as they live their lives. Join him in a cat's-eye view of many diverse cities spanning the globe in a unique program that perhaps even your own cat will enjoy as well!

    Fatal Attraction
    TMDB3.6

    Fatal Attraction

    2013

    country: United States

    Each pulse-pounding hour-long episode centers around an incredible and dangerous romance. Shocking crime, kidnapping or even murder is only half of the story! In the end, the “true love” that draws these couples together isn’t the kind that celebrates silver anniversaries – instead it leads to cross-country manhunts, bizarre cover-ups and dramatic trials. Driven by powerful, real-life stories, Fatal Attraction weaves together intimate, first-person interviews, exclusive interrogation footage and rare archival material. Along the way, it gives you a glimpse into the dark heart of a dangerous romance. Listen as the key players, family of the survivors and those that investigated the horrific crimes reveal the secrets to each sordid tale. Fatal Attraction… because love doesn’t just hurt, it can kill!

    Antiques Road Trip
    TMDB2.8

    Antiques Road Trip

    2010

    country: United Kingdom

    Antiques experts travel across the country, competing to make a profit at auction.

    Basketball: A Love Story
    TMDB3.6

    Basketball: A Love Story

    2018

    country: United States

    'Basketball: A Love Story' is a series of 62 interconnected short stories that creates a vibrant mosaic of the game, featuring 165 exclusive interviews. The cast encompasses basketball's most prominent figures and explores the complex nature of love as it relates to the game.

    Being The Elite
    TMDB3.1

    Being The Elite

    2016

    country: United States

    The Young Bucks, Matt & Nick Jackson, along with Kenny "The Cleaner" Omega, make up The ELITE. Follow our adventures as WE RULE THE WORLD and dominate the professional wrestling business.

    Mountain Men
    TMDB3.3

    Mountain Men

    2012

    country: United States

    Profiles of some of the men who choose to live off the grid in the unspoiled wilderness, where dangers like mudslides, falling trees and bears are all part of everyday life.

    Game Two
    TMDB4.5

    Game Two

    2016

    country: Germany

    At Game Two, we show our love for video games in a charmingly silly way: The latest game reviews, gaming news, a lot of humor and a good pinch of punch & cardboard - whether for full-blooded gamers, casual gamers or noobs. Game Two is a gaming show, information from the gaming cosmos and comedy. Packed into three entertaining videos per week. Be there when we test games, discuss games news with you and don't take ourselves too seriously again.

    Who Do You Think You Are?
    TMDB3.5

    Who Do You Think You Are?

    2010

    country: United States

    From roots in the Deep South to the slums of New Jersey, "Who Do You Think You Are?" follows the journeys of some of the most well-known names in American popular culture. Watch as celebrities discover unknown details about themselves and their families while researching their ancestry with the help of historians and genealogical experts.

    Bitmeyen Şarkı
    TMDB2.0

    Bitmeyen Şarkı

    2010

    country: Turkey

    No overview available

    La Case du Siècle
    TMDB4.1

    La Case du Siècle

    2010

    country: France

    La Case du Siècle is a French television program launched in 2010 and broadcast on France 5. Hosted by Fabrice d'Almeida, it airs documentaries every Sunday that aim to shed light on the history of the 20th century, both in France and around the world. Through these documentaries, viewers can deepen their knowledge of a specific subject or simply discover a particular era. *La Case du siècle* offers an in-depth look at the events that changed the course of history.

    Shin Nihon Fudoki
    TMDB4.0

    Shin Nihon Fudoki

    2011

    country: Japan

    A full-scale travel documentary program that portrays the beautiful landscapes, lifestyles, and activities of people across various regions in Japan. Presented in an omnibus format, it allows viewers to immerse themselves in the nostalgic and irreplaceable scenery of Japan.

    VICE
    TMDB3.5

    VICE

    2013

    country: United States

    A documentary news series with a taboo-breaking team who deliver incredible news stories from around the world.

    Japanology Plus
    TMDB3.2

    Japanology Plus

    2014

    country: Japan

    Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen, rice, sushi, geisha, bonsai, and so much more. Local experts discuss their passions at fascinating length, and American Japanophile Matt Alt experiences the food, practices, and cultures in each episode in depth. Viewers will finish each half hour episode with a new understanding of an area of Japanese life through demonstrative videos and explanations, all delivered respectfully and true to the Japanese way of life.

    About 2010s Documentary TV Shows

    The 2010s

    The 2010s were television's abundance decade — streaming originals arrived at scale, prestige drama went mainstream, and 'too much TV' became a genuine complaint.

    Documentary

    Documentary series use length the way films can't — returning to subjects, following developments, and building cases across many hours. Streaming turned the format into a genuine cultural force.

    In this list

    Best reviewed
    Cosmos (8.5)
    Often also
    Reality, Drama, Comedy
    Longest run
    34 seasons

    Common questions

    What are the best 2010s documentary TV shows?
    By popularity across Flickfolio and TMDB, the top picks right now are The Girl, Bares für Rares, and RE: European Stories. The full ranked list of 40 sits above — open any show for ratings, reviews, and streaming availability.
    How is this list ranked?
    2010s documentary TV shows are ordered by overall popularity, which blends how often a title is viewed, searched, and logged. It updates as viewing habits shift, so the list reflects what people are actually watching rather than a fixed critical canon.
    Where can I watch these TV shows?
    Every show page lists current streaming, rental, and purchase options for your region, alongside community ratings and reviews from Flickfolio members.

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