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Harry & Meghan (2022)

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Prince Harry and his wife Meghan pull the curtain back on what life is really like in the British royal family and why they ultimately decided to leave it all behind. This fascinating glimpse into a world most people never see is told through a series of intimate interviews with the couple and their close friends and family, anchored by their timeless love story.

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The Alpinist (2021)

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Marc-André Leclerc attempts some of the most dangerous solo ascents in history, all without a rope, in a documentary that will have you watching the screen in terror through your fingers. Join him as he embarks on a historic adventure in Patagonia that will redefine man’s limits on a mountain.

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Stutz (2022)

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Jonah Hill directs this series of conversations with his psychiatrist, Phil Stutz, where they discuss life stories and their approach to therapy. Hill gets candid about his struggles with mental health and the eponymous Stutz dives into his unique doctor-patient relationships that flout conventions in favor of results.

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The Last Dance (2020)

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This sports documentary miniseries focuses on the career of Michael Jordan, specifically the final season of his legendary run with the Chicago Bulls during the 1997-98 season. The series features incredible footage from the era as well as interviews with Scottie Pippen, Phil Jackson and Michael Jordan himself.

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Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (2018)

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Fred Rogers, known to just about everyone as the host and creator of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, led a fascinating life dedicated to making the world a better place. This award-winning examination of his career and guiding philosophy make it easy to understand why he’s one of the most beloved TV personalities of all time.

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The Tinder Swindler (2022)

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This cautionary tale about Israeli conman Simon Leviev reveals how he used the dating app Tinder to meet susceptible women he could manipulate into funding his lavish lifestyle. Be careful who you talk to on the Internet, especially if they suddenly tell you they need a large sum of cash to escape their enemies.

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Long Shot (2017)

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When Juan Catalan was wrongfully arrested for a murder he did not commit, the exonerating evidence came from a very unlikely source. Footage from a Curb Your Enthusiasm episode just so happened to be shot at Dodger Stadium during the crime. It’s a true story that even Larry David couldn’t write if he tried.

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Our Great National Parks (2022)

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President Barack Obama hosts a showcase of gorgeous national parks around the world. These breathtaking wildlife scenes took over 1,500 days of filming and exploring national parks in 10 countries on 5 continents. You’ll never see the outdoors the same way again.

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