Miss Americana is one of Netflix’s newest documentaries, and as expected, it has proven to be incredibly popular with audiences. The documentary has given people a fantastic insight into the career and life of Taylor Swift, which is something that not a lot of people know about, even if they’re big fans of her.
But this isn’t the only incredible documentary that is on Netflix right now, as the streaming service has tons of excellent content. Not just about musicians and singers, but other celebrities that will certainly interest most people. So, for those that enjoyed Miss Americana, this list will provide ten other documentaries on Netflix right now that are worth watching and that people will enjoy just as much.
Amy
Amy takes a look at the life of the legendary singer, Amy Winehouse, who tragically died far too young due to the difficulties she went through in her life. Despite her incredible success in the music industry, things weren’t as great in her personal life, and Amy takes a detailed look at that.
It showcases both sides of her life, with her fantastic musical talent, and difficult personal circumstances. The documentary actually won an Oscar in 2016 for Best Documentary, which proves just how good it is, making this a must-watch for any music fan.
Taylor Swift’s Reputation Stadium Tour
Anyone who enjoyed Miss Americana is likely to love Taylor Swift’s Reputation Stadium Tour simply because both of them are about the young singer. This is less of a documentary and more of a live concert, but it does feature backstage moments that showcase certain aspects of Swift’s professional life.
This is much more upbeat than the recent documentary and really just focuses on the music and her talent. While it’s very different any fan of Taylor Swift is going to enjoy this, especially if you’ve never seen her in concert before.
FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened
The chances are high that most people have watched FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened, as this documentary, certainly gained a lot of attention when it was first released. However, for those that might not have seen it, this is certainly worth a watch simply because of how bizarre the entire situation is.
This documentary focuses on the infamous Fyre Festival that Ja Rule was involved with. The festival was plugged heavily by models and was made to look like paradise, only for it to be a major fraud situation that never happened, leaving people stranded and without food. It truly is a must-watch for any music fan, especially if you’ve heard the story but don’t know the details.
Katy Perry: Part Of Me
This might not be the most up to date look at the life of Katy Perry, as it was first released back in 2012, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a superb documentary. Just as Miss Americana really peeled back the layers on Taylor Swift, this gives a lot of detail on Katy Perry.
It follows her during a live tour and shows all of the positives and negatives that come with that. It’s a particularly difficult part of her life due to issues outside of music, and she doesn’t shy away from being incredibly honest and real throughout.
Louis, Martin & Michael
This documentary is very different to the others on this list and it is quite unique in comparison. Created by the very popular, Louis Theroux, this takes place back when Michael Jackson was still alive. Within the documentary he tries to secure an interview with the ‘King of Pop,’ and it details those attempts.
It shows every step of his journey in trying to speak with Michael as he connects with everyone he possibly can to get him the interview, which never ends up happening. But even though Michael Jackson never appears, it is still an incredibly entertaining documentary that is well worth a watch.
27: Gone Too Soon
This fantastic documentary takes a detailed focus on people from the music industry who sadly died too young. It showcases details on people such as Kurt Cobain, Brian Jones, and Jim Morrison, giving some amazing detail on their life and death.
It’s a great watch, especially for those who were too young to actually remember many of the artists within their prime. There’s a lot of information, all of which is really interesting and educational, even if the topic is very sad.
Hip-Hop Evolution
This is actually a documentary series and it is an Emmy Award-winning one as well, proving just how good it is. The series (as the title suggests,) takes a look at the hip-hop genre, going through various different people within the industry and showcasing how things have evolved.
It is jam-packed with amazing interviews and really gives some tremendous insight into this world. Even the biggest hip-hop fans will find something that they never knew within this series, which is what a good documentary should do.
Metallica: Some Kind Of Monster
In the total opposite end of the musical spectrum from the previous entry, Metallica: Some Kind Of Monster is another amazing documentary that music fans will enjoy. This is quite an old documentary in comparison to others on the list, being released in 2004, but it is great nonetheless.
It takes a look at both the positives and negatives to being in a band. It showcases how close they came to falling out and splitting up, the issues that journalists caused, and even James Hetfield’s drug issues that landed him in rehab. The band are incredibly honest and it makes for a fun watch.
ReMastered: Who Shot The Sherriff?
Something that Netflix does better than anybody else is true crime documentaries. There are tons on the streaming service for people to enjoy, and ReMastered: Who Shot The Sherriff? is one of them, only this brings in the music industry as well.
Taking a look at the assassination attempt on the legendary singer, Bob Marley, in the incredible detail that you would expect from a crime documentary. It dives into all of the issues within Jamaica at that time and highlights how powerful music can be at times.
Gaga: Five Foot Two
This documentary likely provided inspiration for Miss Americana, as they certainly have similarities. Gaga: Five Foot Two focuses on the career of Lady Gaga, with the documentary following her around as she promotes an album. It gives incredible insight into her life and how she is as a person and is very emotional.
Much like Taylor Swift’s documentary, it highlights the difficulties that she has gone through, from emotional situations to the physical pain she is under through live performances. With Lady Gaga normally having such a wild publicity front, this really gives a look at her as a real person and it really is fascinating.
