2021 Primetime Emmy® Awards Ballot

Outstanding Directing For A Documentary/Nonfiction Program

All In: The Fight For Democracy

All In: The Fight For Democracy follows Stacey Abrams’s journey alongside those at the forefront of the battle against injustice. From the country’s founding to today, this film delves into the insidious issue of voter suppression - a threat to the basic rights of every American citizen. Liz Garbus, Directed by Lisa Cortés, Directed by

Allen v. Farrow Episode 3 While Farrow tries to shield seven-year-old Dylan from the trauma of repeated questioning, Allen’s legal and publicity teams brand Farrow a scorned woman and unfit mother who brainwashed her children. Two separate 1992 investigations are reexamined with never-before-made-public court documents, police evidence, and revelatory videotape.

Kirby Dick, Directed by Amy Ziering, Directed by

Amend: The Fight For America Citizen After escaping slavery, Frederick Douglass becomes a pivotal voice calling for citizenship for Black Americans, a dream realized in the 14th Amendment.

Kenny Leon, Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, Directed by

America's Most Wanted Maurice Nesbitt, Josephine Overaker And Frederick Arias Elizabeth Vargas breaks down the latest three cases and gives an update on two fugitives from last week's show that have been caught after 10 years on the run.

Brad Duns, Directed by

American Masters Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir

Born to Chinese-immigrant parents, the writer of "The Joy Luck Club" draws from her family history, Asian American experience, and generational trauma to create best-selling works in both fiction and non-fiction.

James Redford, Directed by American Masters Michael Tilson Thomas: Where Now Is Michael Tilson Thomas reflects on his tenure as a renowned music director, conductor, and composer who continues to mentor the next generation of classical musicians.

Susan Froemke, Directed by

American Masters Never Too Late: The Doc Severinsen Story This documentary explores Doc Severinsen’s career—from his time as the colorful bandleader of “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” to his relentless schedule of touring and performing into his nineties.

Kevin S. Bright, Directed by Jeff Consiglio, Directed by

American Masters Twyla Moves Choreographer Twyla Tharp takes us into rehearsal on a new piece featuring dance stars like Misty Copeland and Herman Cornejo. Archival footage explores her career, creative process, and collaborations with David Byrne, Billy Joel, and Miloš Forman.

Steven Cantor, Directed by

American Murder: The Family Next Door

Using raw footage, this documentary examines the disappearance of Shanann Watts and her children, and the events that followed.

Jenny Popplewell, Directed by

The Battle Never Ends

This documentary honors the 100-year anniversary of the Disabled American Veterans, a group which has fought to protect the rights and improve the lives of those who pay the price of freedom every day. Robert Uth, Directed by

Becoming You

Thinking

Olivia Colman narrates “Becoming You,” a global series about child development that explores how the first 2,000 days on Earth shape the rest of our lives.

Tom Barbor-Might, Directed by

The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart

This documentary chronicles the triumphs and hurdles of The Bee Gees. Brothers Barry, Maurice, and Robin Gibb, found early fame writing over 1,000 songs with twenty No. 1 hits over five decades. Featuring archival footage of recording sessions, home videos, concert performances, and interviews.

Frank Marshall, Directed by Belushi

Family and friends share memories of John Belushi, including Dan Aykroyd, Gilda Radner, Chevy Chase, Penny Marshall, Lorne Michaels and Harold Ramis. R.J. Cutler, Directed by

Biggie: I Got A Story To Tell

Featuring rare footage and interviews, this documentary celebrates the life of The Notorious B.I.G. on his journey from hustler to rap king. Emmett Malloy, Directed by

Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry

Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry tells the coming-of-age story of the singer-songwriter and her rise to global superstardom. R.J. Cutler, Directed by

BLACKPINK: Light Up The Sky

Korean girl band BLACKPINK tell their story — and detail the journey of the dreams and trials behind their meteoric rise. Caroline Suh, Directed by

The Blinding Of Isaac Woodard (American Experience)

In 1946, Isaac Woodard, a Black army sergeant traveling home after serving in WWII, was savagely beaten and blinded by a local police chief. The injustice led to the racial awakening of President Harry Truman and set the stage for the Supreme Court’s landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision.

Jamila Ephron, Directed by

Bobby And Giada In Italy

Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis arrive in Rome and immediately seek out their favorite foods. For Giada, it's the Pizza Bianca she grew up eating, while for Bobby, it's a most-frequented gelato shop. It's all about celebrating the classics as they take in the energy of the Eternal City.

Lizzie Ashe, Directed by

Booker T (Biography)

Booker T transformed himself from teenage criminal serving time in prison to WWE superstar. An early life filled with tragedy and obstacles was turned into an American success story.

George Roy, Directed by

The Boy From Medellín

The Boy From Medellín follows international music superstar J Balvin as he prepares for the most important concert of his career—a sold-out stadium show in his hometown of Medellín, Colombia.

Matthew Heineman, Directed by

Boys State

Boys State is an immersion into a week-long annual program in which a thousand Texas high school seniors gather for an elaborate mock exercise: building their own state government.

Amanda McBaine, Directed by Jesse Moss, Directed by The Chef Show Tartine Chefs Chad Robertson and Chris Bianco take Jon and Roy through their intricate processes for artisan bread baking, fermentation and coffee roasting.

Jon Favreau, Directed by

Chef's Table Lennox Hastie Sydney chef Lennox Hastie draws extraordinary flavors out of meat, fish and vegetables using only a wood fire — and skills he honed in Basque Country.

Brian McGinn, Directed by

Cher & The Loneliest Elephant

Entertainer Cher and a team of vets, trainers, and more lead a large-scale effort to move a bull elephant, Kaavan from a rundown zoo to a faraway wildlife sanctuary, and they must do so during the outbreak of COVID-19. Jonathan Finnigan, Directed by

Chez Jolie Coiffure

Cameroonian immigrant Sabine, proprietor of an underground hair salon, and her employees style extensions and glue on lashes while watching soaps, dishing romantic advice, and sharing rumors about government programs to legalize migrants.

Mbakam Rosine, Directed by

City So Real

With All Due Respect To The Candidate

During a cold Chicago winter, the petition process results in a mayoral ballot with 14 candidates; a verdict is reached in the Laquan McDonald trial.

Steve James, Directed by

Class Action Park

Welcome to Action Park: the notorious 1980s New Jersey water park.

Chris Charles Scott, Directed by Seth Porges, Directed by

Console Wars

Console Wars takes viewers back to 1990 when Sega, a fledgling arcade company, assembled a team of underdogs to take on the greatest video game company in the world, Nintendo.

Jonah Tulis, Directed by Blake J. Harris, Directed by

Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy

A cheap, powerful drug emerges during a recession, igniting a moral panic fueled by racism. Explore the complex history of crack in the 1980s.

Stanley Nelson, Directed by The Crime Of The Century

Explores Big Pharma and the political operatives that enable over-production, reckless distribution, and mass abuse of synthetic opiates. With the help of whistleblowers and leaked documents, the film reveals that America’s opioid epidemic is not a public health crisis that came out of nowhere. Alex Gibney, Directed by

Crime Scene: The Vanishing At The Cecil Hotel The Hard Truth A long-awaited autopsy report arrives, but suspicions linger. Today, an unlikely target speaks his mind as experts weigh in on persistent mysteries.

Joe Berlinger, Directed by

Dads

Dads is a humorous documentary that celebrates the joys and challenges of parenting in today’s world. Bryce Dallas Howard, Directed by

Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker

This documentary spotlights Debbie Allen's career and follows her group of dance students as they prepare for Allen's annual "Hot Chocolate Nutcracker." Oliver Bokelberg, Directed by

Dark Side Of The Ring

The Unreal Life Of Brian Pillman

Wrestler Brian Pillman gained infamy with a performance that blurred the lines between fact and fiction. But when his gambit to con the industry’s most powerful titans into providing for his family’s future came crashing down, he charted a path of self-destruction.

Jason Eisener, Directed by

David Attenborough: A Life On Our Planet

This documentary tells the story of life on our planet by the man who has seen more of the natural world than most. In 90 plus years, David Attenborough has visited every continent, exploring our planet and documenting the living world in all its variety and wonder. Jonnie Hughes, Directed by Keith Scholey, Directed by

David Foster: Off The Record

David Foster: Off The Record is a biography of composer and producer David Foster, who has sold over a half billion records and produced the careers of Celine Dion, Barbra Streisand, Lionel Richie, and Michael Bublé. Barry Avrich, Directed by

Dear...

Lin-Manuel Miranda

Lin-Manuel Miranda inspires a father and daughter to overcome the challenges of fighting cancer.

Peter McCoubrey, Directed by Dear... Misty Copeland The groundbreaking African American ballerina motivates an aspiring aerospace engineer to triumph over racial and gender boundaries.

Richard Wong, Directed by

Dear... Spike Lee Lee’s film School Daze propels an educator to become the president of a historically black college.

Randy Wilkins, Directed by

Demi Lovato: Dancing With The Devil 5 Minutes From Death : Dancing With The Devil A docuseries exploring Lovato’s nearly fatal overdose and her awakenings in the aftermath. Follow the superstar’s personal and musical journey as she unearths her prior traumas and discovers the importance of her physical, emotional, and mental health.

Michael D. Ratner, Directed by

Dick Johnson Is Dead

As her father nears the end of his life, filmmaker Kirsten Johnson stages his death in inventive and comical ways to help them both face the inevitable.

Kirsten Johnson, Directed by

Each And Every Day

Each And Every Day speaks with nine young people who recount what led them to attempt suicide or have suicidal ideation, and how they worked to reclaim their will to live.

Alexandra Shiva, Directed by

Earth At Night In Color

Jaguar Jungle

A jaguar fights to keep his river home in Brazil as the night brings both challenges and opportunities to hunt.

Joe Stevens, Directed by

Equal

Stonewall: From Rebellion To Liberation

The events of the historic Stonewall Uprising are told through the voices of the activists and icons who were there, and who helped usher in a new era of being, out, proud, and Equal.

Stephen Kijak, Directed by The Event Upfront Summit The Upfront Summit puts company newcomer and operations manager Lisa to the test as she struggles with the surprise departure of a key staffer and a massive windstorm.

John Watkin, Directed by Eamon Harrington, Directed by

Expecting Amy And Birth With her son’s birth around the corner, an excited, anxious Amy finally takes the stage in Chicago.

Alexander Hammer, Directed by Ryan Cunningham, Directed by

Exterminate All The Brutes The Bright Colors Of Fascism This documentary explores the challenge of reconciling America’s history with its ideals of freedom and democracy, pointing to the struggle for native representation and the legacy of slavery in institutionalized racism today. Reflecting on his time in Berlin, Peck links the resurgence of white nationalism with fascism, slavery, colonialism, and Nazism.

Raoul Peck, Directed by

The Food That Built America Pizza Wars

In the 1950’s, two enterprising brothers from Kansas aim to build their restaurant, Pizza Hut, into a franchise empire by introducing America to a little-known Italian dish--pizza. Americans fall in love with their pizza, but unchecked growth and an underdog rival threatens to derail their juggernaut.

Brad Grimm, Directed by

For Heaven's Sake

The Disappearance

For Heaven's Sake follows the search for Harold Heaven, who mysteriously disappeared from his remote cabin in Ontario, Canada, in the winter of 1934. Eighty-five years later, his great-great-nephew, Mike, attempts to solve this cold case, with the help of his extended family and true-crime-obsessed best friend, Jackson.

Tim Johnson, Directed by

40 Years A Prisoner

After a 1978 police shootout resulted in 30-plus year prison sentences for nine members of the controversial Philadelphia-based Black liberation group MOVE, the son of two convicted members dedicates his life to fighting for the release of his parents and other MOVE members.

Tommy Oliver, Directed by Framing Britney Spears (The New York Times Presents)

Her rise was a global phenomenon. Her downfall was a cruel national sport. People close to Britney Spears and lawyers tied to her conservatorship now reassess her career as she battles her father in court over who should control her life. Samantha Stark, Directed by

From Cradle To Stage Brandi And Teresa Carlile Deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest, Brandi Carlile and her mother Teresa open up to Dave and Virginia about Brandi’s trajectory from a tomboy kid who didn’t fit in to a multiple-Grammy Award-winning, openly gay singer-songwriter.

Dave Grohl, Directed by

Generation Hustle Anna Delvey Takes Manhattan After transforming herself from an awkward nobody into a wealthy German heiress, Anna Delvey uses social media and an imperious attitude to catapult herself into the upper echelons of New York’s elite.

Martha Shane, Directed by

Generation Hustle

Baekeland

When a young, aristocratic billionaire suddenly disappears with their money, an elite group of world travelers tries to uncover the truth. Is he a brilliant imposter who spins fabulous lies to con the rich or just a kid who went too far?

Yon Motskin, Directed by

Generation Hustle A Scam With A Beat

A Detroit teenager running cons out of his bedroom transforms into scam rapper Teejayx6, using his mastery of deception to maneuver his way into a record deal with one of the biggest labels in America.

Yemisi Brookes, Directed by

Giving Voice

Six ambitious student actors audition for the prestigious August Wilson Monologue Competition, culminating in a final round on Broadway.

James D. Stern, Directed by Fernando Villena, Directed by

The Go-Go's

The Go-Go's chronicles the first all-female band to play its own instruments, write its own songs and soar to No. 1 on the album charts. Featuring candid testimonies, The Go-Go's charts the rise of a band born of the L.A. punk scene.

Alison Ellwood, Directed by Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted Sumatra's Stunning Highlands An abundance of fierce spices, infused into Indonesian culture by both trade and colonization, make their impression on Gordon.

Neil P. DeGroot, Directed by

Growing Up Milwaukee

Three Black youth grapple with the daily experiences of growing up in Milwaukee, while fighting to avoid becoming just another statistic. Tyshun Wardlaw, Directed by

Heaven's Gate: The Cult Of Cults The Exit The arrival of the Hale-Bopp comet spurs the group to prepare for their exit. Today, former members, loved ones, and experts reflect on Heaven’s Gate’s legacy.

Clay Tweel, Directed by

Helter Skelter: An American Myth Seed

All the ingredients were there for Helter Skelter. How a storm of circumstances broke a young boy and helped create one of the most enigmatic criminals of all time.

Lesley Chilcott, Directed by

Hemingway

Episode One: A Writer (1899 - 1929)

Hemingway, yearning for adventure, volunteers for the Red Cross during World War I. He marries Hadley Richardson and moves to Paris, publishes "The Sun Also Rises" and finds critical and commercial success with his second novel, "A Farewell to Arms."

Ken Burns, Directed by Lynn Novick, Directed by

High On The Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America

Our Roots

The hunt for African American food's roots goes to Benin, where okra and yam rule the market and pre- enslavement fish and corn plates reign at a table.

Roger Ross Williams, Directed by

Hip Hop Uncovered

Sh*t's Real

By now the music, the streets and our contributors are on a collision course. Former LAPD Chief Daryl Gates militarizes the department, forever changing police into a hostile, occupying force. The Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1986 ravages a generation of black men with obscene mandatory minimums that incarcerate first-time offenders.

Rashidi Natara Harper, Directed by Homeschool Musical: Class Of 2020

This docu-special spotlights a group of high school seniors as they give performances from home to capture their 2020 experiences. Alex Coletti, Directed by

Hysterical

A backstage pass into the lives of some of stand-up comedy’s boundary-breaking women, exploring the journey to become the voices of their generation and their gender. Andrea Nevins, Directed by

I Am Greta

The story of teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg is told through footage in this documentary following her rise to prominence and her global impact as she sparks school strikes and protests around the world. Nathan Grossman, Directed by

I Want My MTV (Biography)

I Want My MTV (Biography) charts the rise of a cultural phenomenon: MTV. The network pushed the boundaries of art, sex, gender and race, cementing its image to celebrity. Featuring interviews with the network’s founders, VJs, artists, and journalists, and including footage.

Tyler Measom, Directed by Patrick Waldrop, Directed by

I'll Be Gone In The Dark

Walk Into The Light

Series finale. Former police officer Joe DeAngelo is arrested, leaving his relatives to grapple with his double life, while McNamara’s fellow citizen detectives connect the dots. At long last, survivors face their attacker in court.

Liz Garbus, Directed by

Immigration Nation

Installing Fear

The Trump administration expanded ICE and changed its mandate. Now agents can deport anyone, including two fathers recently separated from their kids.

Shaul Schwarz, Directed by Christina Clusiau, Directed by

Into The Unknown: Making Frozen 2

Journey To Ahtohallan

Frozen 2’s internal screening at Disney Animation proves to be a “live-or-die” moment for two songs. Sterling K. Brown and Evan Rachel Wood record for their characters, Mattias and Iduna, as Kristen Bell and director Chris Buck share the meaning and emotion behind Anna’s song, “The Next Right Thing.”

Megan Harding, Directed by Jimmy Carter, Rock & Roll President

The story of President Jimmy Carter's relationship with music, the important role that music played in his life and work, and the bonds with musicians Willie Nelson, the Allman Brothers and Bob Dylan. Mary Wharton, Directed by

The Killing Of Breonna Taylor (The New York Times Presents)

A New York Times investigation examines what happened at 3003 Springfield Drive in Louisville, Kentucky, just after midnight on March 13, when police executed a warrant that resulted in the death of Breonna Taylor. Yoruba Richen, Directed by

The Lady And The Dale Soldier Of Fortune The story of Liz Carmichael, a transgender entrepreneur who rose to prominence during the 1970s oil crisis by promoting The Dale, a fuel-efficient, three-wheeled car. Her promotional zeal led to media scrutiny, uncovering suspicion about the car's technology and her own criminal past.

Zackary Drucker, Directed by Nick Cammilleri, Directed by

The Last Narc

Tercera Parte — 26 Bastards

Hector’s informants give him groundbreaking evidence – first-hand, eyewitness accounts of Kiki's kidnapping, torture, and murder. He learns the incident took place in a cartel hacienda where high-level Mexican government officials were present, along with a mysterious Cuban. They reveal the cartel and government's attempts to cover up the crime.

Tiller Russell, Directed by

Lenox Hill

Full Circle

A tough delivery has a happy outcome for Amanda, who prepares to leave New York. John’s patient faces the end as David’s team continues to grow.

Adi Barash, Directed by Ruthie Shatz, Directed by

Lincoln: Divided We Stand

The Dogs Of War

Lincoln’s evolution on issues of slavery and equality come full circle. As the war ends, the lessons he’s learned and experiences he’s had come to fruition as he delivers the most iconic speech and piece of legislation of his career - but at great cost to this marriage and family.

Jon Hirsch, Directed by Love Fraud You Just Gotta Trust Me Tracy and Mickey’s courtship is a dizzying ride that ends with a beautiful engagement ring. But Tracy’s daughters think it’s all moving too fast and break into Mickey's truck to find out the truth. They are shocked at what they learn and it’s up to them to spill the beans.

Rachel Grady, Directed by Heidi Ewing, Directed by

Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art

Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art is an American crime documentary about the largest art fraud in American history set in the super rich, super obsessed and superfast art world of New York. Barry Avrich, Directed by

The Man Who Walked Around The World

The true story of a Scottish farm boy whose interest in blending whisky led to the creation of a global icon. This film explores how Johnnie Walker became embedded in popular culture, and has managed to still be there 200 years later. Anthony Wonke, Directed by

Marvel 616

Higher, Further, Faster

Explore how the trailblazing women of Marvel Comics found ways to tell stories of representation.

Gillian Jacobs, Directed by

Marvel 616

Spotlight

The Marvel Spotlight program expands the Marvel Universe to the stage.

Alison Brie, Directed by

The Me You Can't See With Oprah Winfrey And Prince Harry

Say It Out Loud

In The Me You Can’t See, Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry guide discussions about mental health and emotional well-being while opening up about their mental health journeys and struggles.

Asif Kapadia, Directed by Dawn Porter, Directed by

Men In Kilts: A Roadtrip With Sam And Graham

Witchcraft And Superstition

Deep belief and reverence for the supernatural characterize the culture of the Scottish Highlands. Sam and Graham take a deep dive into old superstitions, witch trials and their imprint on the country. Plus, Sam spends the episode trying to scare Graham at every turn.

Kevin Johnston, Directed by Mick Foley (Biography)

Meet the man behind the personas that made him “The Hardcore Legend”. Mick Foley did anything to entertain the audience, including wrapping himself in barbed wire, blowing himself up with C-2 explosives, even being thrown from the roof of a 25-foot cell by The Undertaker. Thomas Odelfelt, Directed by

Moment Of Truth Chapter Four - Best Friends As Larry takes the stand, pinning the murder on Daniel, we delve into their long-standing friendship. Daniel is not provided with a proper defense. We find out that the jury did not hear all of the evidence and one piece of information brings the entire case into doubt.

Matthew Perniciaro, Directed by

Murder Among The Mormons Episode 3 What makes a murderer? The suspect reveals all the details of the deception — and a disturbing willingness to kill.

Jared Hess, Directed by Tyler Measom, Directed by

Murder On Middle Beach

Reasonable Doubts

Finale. With the ten-year anniversary of his mother’s death approaching, Madison leaves no stone unturned in his quest for the truth – despite concerns that his documentary may be doing more harm than good. As Madison presses on, there are surprising roadblocks to his investigation.

Madison Hamburg, Directed by

My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman

Dave Chappelle

In an interview near his farm in Ohio, comedian Dave Chappelle reflects on his unconventional career, his family and the power of community.

Michael Steed, Directed by Helen Cho, Directed by

My Psychedelic Love Story

An examination of the high priest of LSD Timothy Leary through the eyes of lover Joanna Harcourt-Smith. Was Leary's "perfect love" a CIA plant or was she simply a rich, beautiful young woman out for the adventure of a lifetime?

Errol Morris, Directed by

The Night Caller

The Sting

When yet another horrific killing terrorizes the community and a man stands trial for killing his girlfriend, police set a trap for an elusive killer.

Thomas Meadmore, Directed by Night Stalker: The Hunt For A Serial Killer Devil in the City of Angels A series of murders, rapes and kidnappings baffles police until detectives Gil Carrillo and Frank Salerno team up and start connecting the crimes.

Tiller Russell, Directed by

The Nine Lives Of Ozzy Osbourne (Biography)

The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne (Biography) traces the life and career of the man who personifies rock and roll rebellion. Ozzy reflects on his childhood in poverty, fronting Black Sabbath, his award-winning solo career, becoming a 21st-century television dad and his recent Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. R. Greg Johnston, Directed by

1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything Changes New sounds and styles emerge following The Beatles’ breakup, with Marc Bolan and Alice Cooper bringing glam to the world.

Danielle Peck, Directed by Asif Kapadia, Directed by

1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything

The Revolution Will Not Be Televised

America is convulsed by deep racial unrest. Curtis Mayfield, The Last Poets, and Gil Scott-Heron write about a revolution that feels imminent.

James Rogan, Directed by Asif Kapadia, Directed by

Onision: In Real Life

Sarah Speaks

In 2019, the internet was transfixed with allegations of grooming and predatory behavior against one of YouTube’s biggest and most controversial stars, Onision. After accusations came to light in this limited series, Onision was demonetized by YouTube, prompting this follow-up episode with his accuser, Sarah.

Grace Miller, Directed by

P!nk: All I Know So Far

A behind-the-scenes look at P!NK as she balances family and life on the road, leading up to her first Wembley Stadium performance on 2019’s “Beautiful Trauma” world tour.

Michael Gracey, Directed by

Painting With John

Elephant

John recounts how the obsession he and his brother shared for John Coltrane’s “Live at Birdland” resulted in an unfortunate Sunday breakfast and chronicles his epic quest to procure a live eel in Manhattan.

John Lurie, Directed by The People v. The Klan Hate On Trial The Donald family is put at risk when the Mobile District Attorney charges Henry Hays with the capital murder of Michael Donald.

Donnie Eichar, Directed by

A Perfect Planet Volcano We can't control volcanoes, but without them there would be no life on Earth. They may appear destructive but magma from the planet's molten core builds land and mineral rich ash from regular eruptions fertilize the surface.

Huw Cordey, Directed by

Philly D.A. Episode 102 Krasner and team battle for access to the complete police misconduct files as an angry public demands the District Attorney release the names of officers deemed unfit to testify in court. Meanwhile, tensions boil between new Assistant District Attorneys and seasoned veterans in the juvenile unit over juvenile sentencing alternatives.

Ted Passon, Directed by Yoni Brook, Directed by

Pretend It's A City

Cultural Affairs

The mysteries of talent are scrutinized as Fran looks at the peril of writing, the joy of Motown and the time Charles Mingus chased her on the street.

Martin Scorsese, Directed by

Pride

1950s: People Had Parties

A look at the vibrant and full lives lived by queer people in the 1950s amidst a steep rise in governmental regulations against the LGBTQ+ community led by Senator Joseph McCarthy, who ushered in an era of government-sanctioned persecution.

Tom Kalin, Directed by

Pride

1980s: Underground

New York City in the 1980s, reinvigorated by the prior era’s sexual revolution and the ascendance of the Gay Liberation Front, saw an influx of queer people to downtown Manhattan and the rise of the underground ball scene. At the same time, the AIDS epidemic devastated the gay community.

Anthony Caronna, Directed by Alex Smith, Directed by Pride 1990s: The Culture Wars The 1990s were supposed to herald a new era for the LGBTQ+ community. The Culture Wars were in full swing, and being fought everywhere from Capitol Hill to movie theaters to churches. They devastated communities but also galvanized LGBTQ+ people to create policies and organizations that still fight for equality.

Yance Ford, Directed by

Q: Into The Storm The Storm Series finale. As QAnon-fueled conspiracies culminate in the U.S. Capitol siege, Cullen reveals the forces behind Q.

Cullen Hoback, Directed by

Queen Of Meth Daughter Of Anarchy Exposing the life and crimes of Lori Arnold, "Queen of Meth" unveils how one of America’s most unexpected drug lords turned addiction into an enterprise...and exposes her moment of reckoning when she faces the destruction left in her wake.

Julian P. Hobbs, Directed by

Rebuilding Paradise

Rebuilding Paradise is a story of resilience in the face of tragedy, as a community ravaged by disaster comes together to recover what was lost and begin the important task of rebuilding.

Ron Howard, Directed by

Restaurant Hustle 2020: All On The Line

Restaurant Hustle 2020: All On The Line follows chefs Maneet Chauhan, Antonia Lofaso, Christian Petroni, and Marcus Samuelsson as they each picked up a camera and documented the challenges their restaurants faced during the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.

Guy Fieri, Directed by Frank Matson, Directed by

"Rowdy" Roddy Piper (Biography)

“Rowdy” Roddy Piper is beloved, despite being one of WWE’s greatest villains. His feud with pop icon Cyndi Lauper helped put Wrestlemania and MTV on the map. For the first time ever, meet the adoring family behind the man who lived this persona.

Joe Lavine, Directed by

Sasquatch Spy Rock

Delving into the violent criminal subculture in the Northern California mountains, David confronts very real threats in pursuit of tangible evidence.

Joshua Rofé, Directed by Secrets Of The Whales Beluga Kingdom Beluga whales begin an adventure through a maze of sea ice to their ancestral summering grounds in the Canadian Arctic. They follow ancient migration routes, but trouble lurks around every corner. From freezing environments to predators, only their shared knowledge and power of family can get them through safely.

Brian Armstrong, Directed by Andy Mitchell, Directed by

Seduced: Inside The NXIVM Cult Enslaved In Albany, home to NXIVM’s insular inner circle and location of the cult’s darkest crimes and abuses, India, as a member of the secret slave-master group, is subjected to forced starvation, sleep deprivation, emotional abuse, physical punishments, separation from family, repeated sexual assault, and being branded without anesthesia.

Cecilia Peck, Directed by

Sesame Street: 50 Years Of Sunny Days

Sesame Street: 50 Years of Sunny Days highlights the impact of this show and the nonprofit behind it, Sesame Workshop. It examines the efforts that earn Sesame Street global respect and qualification, including addressing their responsibility to social issues historically seen as taboo.

Rebecca Gitlitz, Directed by

76 Days

A look at life in the earliest days of the COVID-19 crisis in Wuhan, China, 76 Days focuses on frontline hospital workers and their patients, bearing witness to the human resilience that persists in times of profound tragedy.

Hao Wu, Directed by Weixi Chen, Directed by Anonymous , Directed by

Shawn Mendes: In Wonder

Over the course of a world tour, this documentary follows Shawn Mendes as he opens up about his stardom, relationships and musical future.

Grant Singer, Directed by

Showbiz Kids

A look at the high-risk, high-reward business of child actors. Featuring Evan Rachel Wood, Henry Thomas (E.T.), Mara Wilson (Mrs. Doubtfire), the late Cameron Boyce (Jessie), Jada Pinkett Smith, plus two aspiring hopefuls. The film chronicles the price of fame/failure on a child.

Alex Winter, Directed by

The Social Dilemma

This documentary-drama hybrid explores the dangerous human impact of social networking, with tech experts sounding the alarm on their own creations. Jeff Orlowski, Directed by Somebody Feed Phil Rio de Janeiro Phil feels the beat — and heat — while dancing at Carnival, sampling fruit and feijoada, sipping potent caipirinhas and pigging out at a churrascaria.

John Bedolis, Directed by

Song Exploder Lin-Manuel Miranda - Wait For It In his quest to capture Aaron Burr's voice, Lin-Manuel Miranda finds his lines on the subway. Many breathless choruses later, can he relate to Burr?

Morgan Neville, Directed by

Song Exploder R.E.M. - Losing My Religion R.E.M. looks back at the life-changing track to tell the story of how they created it.

Nicola B. Marsh, Directed by

Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy

Naples And The Amalfi Coast

Stanley Tucci feasts on pizza in Naples and embarks on a whirlwind tour to find the freshest mozzarella, the best San Marzano tomatoes, and a spectacular spaghetti and zucchini.

Satiyesh Manoharajah, Directed by

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin (Biography)

The “Texas Rattlesnake” Stone Cold Steve Austin is still the most popular superstar in WWE history. The personification of WWE’s infamous “Attitude Era”, Austin’s career nearly ended in tragedy with a serious neck injury. Stone Cold’s confrontations with Vince McMahon still reverberate throughout the WWE Universe to this day.

Jake Rogal, Directed by

The Story Of Late Night

Eyes On The Throne

As the 1980s dawn, David Letterman reinvents late night for a new generation and endless speculation begins on who will be Johnny Carson’s eventual successor.

John Ealer, Directed by

Strip Down, Rise Up

Strip Down, Rise Up is a film about a diverse group of women who heal their trauma and body-image issues through sensual movement and the art of pole dancing.

Michèle Ohayon, Directed by Supervillain: The Making Of Tekashi 6ix9ine Power Fresh off the success of "Gummo," 6ix9ine's master plan is working - money, success and attention follow. He becomes a professional troll and quickly alienates the hip hop community. The feds close in and some in his inner circle sense impending doom.

Karam Gill, Directed by

Surviving Death Near-Death Experiences A doctor is found lifeless after going over a waterfall. Now she and others share their near-death experiences. Does consciousness expand after death?

Ricki Stern, Directed by

Taste The Nation With Padma Lakshmi The Gullah Way The Gullah Geechee people of South Carolina are fighting to preserve the traditions passed down from their ancestors, West Africans forced into slavery. Padma catches and cracks crab with new friends and old, all working towards reclaiming their heritage.

Sarina Roma, Directed by David Shadrack Smith, Directed by

Thank You, Dark

“Thank You, Dark” is theater jargon, meaning the lights are going out so the technicians can work. This docuseries highlights early-career people of color, working below-the-line for the stage and screen. The range includes costumers and food stylists, colorists and intimacy coordinators; a galore of unseen artists.

Twi McCallum, Directed by

30 For 30

Be Water

Told through archive and the voices of those who knew him best, Be Water is a look at Bruce Lee’s life and the difficult journey leading a young Asian American man to become an icon in the global histories of film, martial arts, and race.

Bao Nguyen, Directed by

30 For 30

The Life And Trials Of Oscar Pistorius

The story of Oscar Pistorius, the South African Paralympic sprinter and international hero, who had inspired millions with his determination and dedication – and who was then suddenly at the center of a murder investigation.

Daniel Gordon, Directed by 30 For 30 Long Gone Summer The tale of the most storied homerun chase in baseball history – and all the questions that followed.

AJ Schnack, Directed by

Tina

A look at music icon Tina Turner, her improbable rise, and 1980’s career resurgence. It combines new interviews with Turner and her closest friends and family with footage and photos to tell the story of the Queen of Rock ‘N’ Roll. Dan Lindsay, Directed by TJ Martin, Directed by

Tiny World Garden Explore the world of small wonders and miniature heroes that live beneath your feet in the backyard.

Alex Ranken, Directed by

The Titans That Built America

A New Generation Rises

From the ashes of World War I, a new generation of leaders emerge — Titans of new industries that are transforming the nation. But as egos and rivalries come to dictate their actions, the country faces down the greatest financial crisis in history — the Great Depression.

Philip Montgomery, Directed by Patrick Reams, Directed by

Totally Under Control

Totally Under Control provides a look into the White House’s failed response to COVID-19 and examines how thousands of American lives and jobs could have been saved with better leadership. Alex Gibney, Directed by Suzanne Hillinger, Directed by Ophelia Harutyunyan, Directed by

True Colors

Ángela Aguilar

This unscripted series highlights the joys and struggles of blazing a trail in Hispanic American culture, identity and the quest for equality and representation. The production stars Alex Rodriguez, John Leguizamo, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Mario Lopez, Ellen Ochoa, Laurie Hernandez, Lele Pons, and Angela Aguilar.

David Freid, Directed by

Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre

The documentary takes a look at the birth of Black Wall Street and its catastrophic downfall over the course of two bloody days, the fallout and reconstruction, incorporating archival footage while weaving in present-day stories.

Marco Williams, Directed by Stanley Nelson, Directed by Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy Of Courage

The special, featuring Robin Roberts, explores the history, legacy and impact of the Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first Black military pilots, and how their significant contributions to the United States inspired the next generation of activists and leaders pushing for racial equality and civic change. Kirk Fraser, Directed by

The Ultimate Warrior (Biography)

The Ultimate Warrior’s adrenaline-fueled entrances and “mega powerful” performances made him a legend. Warrior’s colorful face-paint has been duplicated by kids and pro athletes around the globe, but there is only one true Ultimate Warrior. Warrior’s mantra of “Always Believe” lives on despite his tragic death. Daniel Amigone, Directed by

United Shades Of America With W. Kamau Bell Policing The Police In the wake of the killing of George Floyd, America has experienced a reckoning on racism in policing. Kamau examines the history and current state of policing in America through the eyes of activists, organizers, politicians, victims and police themselves in his hometown of Oakland, California and the Bay Area.

Morgan Fallon, Directed by Gillian Brown, Directed by

Uniting America: 2020 Democratic National Convention

A reimagined democratic convention. Four consecutive nights of live programming with both information and entertainment, including shooting in every state for the infamous “roll call”.

Glenn Weiss, Directed by

Unseamly: The Investigation Of Peter Nygard

Polyester King

Unseamly: The Investigation of Peter Nygård delves into the fashion mogul's life and alleged crimes. Nygård and his companies have been accused of rape and sex trafficking by more than 80 women. Now, Nygård and his alleged crimes are exposed.

Geno McDermott, Directed by Stephanie Nanes, Directed by

Unsolved Mysteries 13 Minutes

Within a 13-minute window of time, Patrice Endres vanishes from the salon she owns. Six hundred days later, her case takes a shocking turn.

Jimmy Goldblum, Directed by

Unsolved Mysteries Tsunami Spirits

A massive earthquake and tsunami devastated Japan in March 2011. Residents share stories of the spirits they encountered in the wake of the disaster.

Clay Jeter, Directed by Voice Of Freedom (American Experience)

Voice of Freedom interweaves the "Voice of the Century" Marian Anderson's life story with her performance at Lincoln Memorial on Easter Sunday, 1939. Informed by Anderson's battle for respect in a segregated country, the film explores questions about talent, race, fame, democracy, and the American soul. Rob Rapley, Directed by

Voices Magnified: Locked Up In America

Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges gives a look into America’s prison system - the realities and consequences facing inmates, communities, and the nation. The special features a moderated conversation between inmates, calling from prison phones, and prison reform advocates about the challenges and potential solutions to the current system. Fatima Curry, Directed by

Voices Magnified: Policing In America

Through multiple perspectives including community leaders and activists, police, grieving families and victims of brutality, actor Laurence Fishburne narrates this special examining what it will take to transform the policing of our streets so people of all races can feel safe and respected by those charged with protecting them. Fatima Curry, Directed by

The Vote (American Experience)

One hundred years after the passage of the 19th Amendment, The Vote tells the culmination story of the campaign waged by American women for the right to vote — a cultural and political movement that resulted in the largest expansion of voting rights in U.S. history.

Michelle Ferrari, Directed by

The Vow

The Science Of Joy

Series premiere. Mark Vicente and Sarah Edmondson, high-ranking former NXIVM leaders, describe the dream and mission of NXIVM to build a better world. Bonnie Piesse, Mark’s wife, tells him she’s worried about the organization and Keith Raniere, NXIVM’s leader and Mark’s mentor. Mark believes it must be a misunderstanding.

Jehane Noujaim, Directed by Karim Amer, Directed by

Welcome To Chechnya

This documentary exposes Chechnya’s underreported atrocities while highlighting a group of people who are confronting brutality head-on. The film follows these LGBTQ+ activists as they work undercover to rescue victims and provide them with safe houses and visa assistance to escape.

David France, Directed by

What Drives Us

Dave Grohl sits with some of the biggest names in music to discuss the joys and heartaches of touring the world in a van with your band and learning what it takes to connect with an audience and bring live music to the masses.

Dave Grohl, Directed by Why Did You Kill Me?

The line between justice and revenge blurs when a devastated family uses social media to track down the people who killed 24-year-old Crystal Theobald. Fredrick Munk, Directed by

A Wilderness Of Error A Wilderness Of Error Jeffrey MacDonald served more than 30 years in prison when a federal judge finally agrees to hear the new evidence in his case. Errol Morris heads to North Carolina believing the truth will finally come out.

Marc Smerling, Directed by

Women Making History

Women Making History explores the ways women lead the charge in everything from science and medicine to human rights and political action and breaking down barriers for all women. Special includes profiles of VP Kamala Harris, Andra Day, immunologist Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, and activists Crystal Echo Hawk and Amanda Nguyen. Dawn Porter, Directed by

Worn Stories

Lost and Found

Loss hurts — and inspires. A codpiece is revived as a career rebounds. A stray coat leads to adventure while airbrushed tees memorialize the dead.

Ted Passon, Directed by

Worn Stories

Uniform

Protective, practical uniforms find new uses when a crossing guard refuses to be defined, an artist enjoys erasure, and a lawmaker proudly stands out.

Claudia Woloshin, Directed by

The Year Earth Changed

The Year Earth Changed explores the global lockdown and the stories that have come out of it. From hearing birdsong in deserted cities and seeing whales in Glacier Bay, people worldwide have had the chance to engage with nature like never before.

Tom Beard, Directed by

Your Attention Please

Volume 7

A comic book hero, The Truth, battles racists foes with the power of accountability. A black man from NJ opens an anime studio in Tokyo. Producer Teddy Walton invites us into his world in the short, Free Machine. Craig laces us with his Black History month jam.

Brandon Drew Jordan "Beedy" Pierce, Directed by

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