Documentary

Jayne Mansfield holding six-weeks old Mariska Hargitay, United States, March 1964.

‘My Mom Jayne’: Mariska Hargitay Investigates Jayne Mansfield’s Life (& Tragic Death) in New Doc

Read more on Mansfield’s tragic death and how it enforced new road laws.

BEVERLY HILLS COP 3, Eddie Murphy, 1994

Eddie Murphy Reveals the Strange Career Advice He Got From James Brown

In a new Apple TV+ documentary, Murphy discusses the good and bad advice he got early in his career.

'Rad' Movie graphic

‘A Rad Documentary’ Coming to Celebrate Rad Day 2025; Plus, Fun Facts About ‘Rad’

The ’80s film is a cult classic and starred Lori Loughlin pre-‘Full House.’

TOM PETTY: HEARTBREAKERS BEACH PARTY, US poster, Tom Petty. altered graphic

Cameron Crowe Talks Directing First Film ‘Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party’

The 40-year-old lost documentary is now streaming on Paramount+ with bonus found footage thanks to Tom Petty’s daughter.

Neil Young and wife Daryl Hannah image composite

Neil Young & Wife Daryl Hannah Team Up for New Tour Documentary Called ‘Coastal’

Get a glimpse at the behind-the-scenes of Young’s latest tour on the West Coast.

Pink Floyd at Pompeii

How to Watch ‘Pink Floyd at Pompeii — MCMLXXII’ Concert Film

The legendary rock band performed in the ancient Roman Amphitheatre in Pompeii, Italy, with no audience. 

Cheech and Chong's Nice Dreams Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, 1981

Cheech & Chong Get Serious in New Documentary Coming to Theaters in April 2025

They open up about what led to their split.

Shaking It Up Life of Liz Carpenter

‘Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter’ Premiering on PBS

The new documentary goes behind the scenes to tell the story of the trailblazing political journalist and feminist leader Liz Carpenter, who was the executive assistant to Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson.

American actor Christopher Reeve (1952 - 2004), UK, 20th January 1984

‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story’ Wins Major Award But Snubbed by Oscars

The documentary received a 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

UNPLUGGED, Eric Clapton, 1992. ©MTV / courtesy Everett Collection

‘Eric Clapton Unplugged…Over 30 Years Later’ Revisits the Show That Redefined Slowhand’s Career

On January 16, 1992, he stepped onstage at Bray Studios in Windsor, Berkshire, and unwittingly made music history.

Vietnam: The War That Changed America

Unforgettable Stories of Heartbreak and Heroism in ‘Vietnam: The War That Changed America’

As 50 years since the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War approaches, people who were directly involved in the divisive conflict share their amazing stories.

THE STEPFORD WIVES, Christopher Walken, 2004

Blue Öyster Cult Finally Speak Out About ‘SNL’ “More Cowbell” Skit

Did the band really argue about cowbells while recording “Don’t Fear the Reaper”?

Kurt Warner, St. Louis Rams

New ‘NFL Icons’ Season Looks at Kurt Warner, Joe Montana, DeMarcus Ware & Gale Sayers

The NFL Films documentary series returns with profiles of four more Pro Football Hall of Famers.

MONTEREY POP, Jimi Hendrix, 1968.

Have a Rockin’ New Year’s Day With TCM’s Music Marathon

Get psyched for a rockin’ 2025 with this all-day lineup of music docs and musicals.

Jerry Springer Show picture

Jerry Springer Netflix Doc Reveals Bombshell Secrets of Tawdry Show — Watch Trailer (VIDEO)

A two-part documentary on The Jerry Springer Show promises to lift the lid on what really went on behind the scenes of the infamous talk show.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, nose to nose from left: James Stewart, Donna Reed, adults left top to bottom: Gloria Grahame, Frank Faylen, Ward Bond, Beulah Bondi, right top to bottom: Henry Travers, Lionel Barrymore, Todd Karns, Thomas Mitchell, H.B. Warner, 1946

New Doc ‘Best Christmas Movies Ever!’ Looks Back At ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ and More

More than 50 talking heads discuss how your holiday faves were created.

Don Ameche holding the Best Supporting Actor Oscar award for his role in Cocoon, backstage at the Academy Awards with award presenter Cher, who is wearing an unusual Bob Mackie evening gown with a feather headdress.

Bob Mackie on Designing for Cher, Carol Burnett, Diana Ross & Barbie

He designed Cher’s infamous Oscars gown after the diva gave him some very specific instructions.

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‘Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary’ Director on Genre’s Unique Origin and Misconceptions

“Almost all Yacht Rock is soft rock, but not all soft rock is Yacht Rock.”

The Ed Sullivan Show The Beatles (from left: Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, John Lennon) in dress rehearsal, (Seaseon 17, ep. 1719, aired Feb. 9, 1964), 1948-71

New Beatles Documentary From Martin Scorsese, ‘Beatles ’64,’ Coming to Disney+ Thanksgiving Weekend

Time to remember the Fab Four’s first trip to the U.S.

Yacht Rock boat

Where Can You Watch the Original ‘Yacht Rock’ TV Series?

It all started with “What a Fool Believes” and a crazy, crazy parody.

It's In the Game: Madden NFL, Prime Video

BOOM! ‘It’s in the Game: Madden NFL’ Looks at the Legendary Sports Video Game

How a computer software company and a legendary football icon created one of the all-time greatest video game franchises.

MONTY PYTHON'S FLYING CIRCUS, John Cleese, Michael Palin, Graham Chapman, Terry Jones, Eric Idle, circa Season 1, 1969-1974.

Don’t Run Away From the Monty Python Movie Marathon

‘Tis but a scratch of your Friday evening to watch some of the best of the British comedy troupe coming to TCM for the first time.

Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, yacht rock graphic

Who Is the King of Yacht Rock? It’s Not Christopher Cross!?

Almost all yacht rock is soft rock, but not all soft rock is yacht rock: here’s the history behind the beloved music genre.

NEW ORLEANS - MAY 6: Donald Fagen of Steely Dan performs at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival at the Fair Grounds Race Course May 6, 2007 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen Does Not Want You to Consider Them Yacht Rock

Weigh in: Do you think Steely Dan should be classified as yacht rock?

THE BIG SLEEP, from left: Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, 1946

Humphrey Bogart & Lauren Bacall’s Son Complains Young People Have Forgotten His Famous Parents

He shared an experience he had recently at a doctor’s office.

1975: (L-R) John McVie, Christine McVie, Stevie Nicks, Mick Fleetwood, and Lindsey Buckingham of the rock group

Fleetwood Mac Documentary Is in the Works From ‘Bee Gees’ Doc Director

The band has never before been the subject of a full-length film.

Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints

Where to Watch ‘Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints,’ Schedule & Preview

Creator Matti Leshem discusses how this faith-based documentary series got the ‘Goodfellas’ director’s blessing.

1970: Photo of Osmonds

Donny Osmond’s Father Instilled One Thing in Him During Time in Family Band

Donny also talks about his similarities to the late Michael Jackson.

ELVIS: '68 COMEBACK SPECIAL -- Pictured: Elvis Presley during his '68 Comeback Special on NBC --

New Elvis Presley Documentary Showcases His Frustrations With Hollywood

Elvis was not happy after trying to sustain a successful movie career.

THE SUSAN POWTER SHOW, Susan Powter, 1994.

Whatever Happened to ’90s Fitness Icon Susan Powter of ‘Stop the Insanity!’?

Do you remember ‘Stop the Insanity!’?