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7 Documentaries On Netflix You Need To Watch

And they won't put you to sleep.

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These docs are not only informing but addicting.

1. Fyre

The infamous music festival in the Caribbean that never happened was one of the most talked about scams in 2016. This documentary takes a look into the disastrous planning and fraudulent behavior that caused Fyre Festival to be a complete and utter failure. A mix of comedy and tragedy, this documentary delves into the shocking truth behind one of the most poorly planned and funded events of the 21st century.

2. Knock Down the House

2018 was a huge year in Congressional elections as a record total of 117 women were elected into office. This Netflix documentary delves into the personal lives, struggles, and campaign trails of three women who ran for Congress in 2018.

3. Jailbirds

If you are a fan of "Orange Is The New Black" this documentary will definitely strike your interest. "Jailbirds" delves into the lives of several incarcerated women, serving time at Sacramento County Jail. The five part docu-series follows the journeys of several women and their experiences behind bars.

4. Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes

With the premier of "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile" starring Zac Efron and Lily Collins, the life of Ted Bundy has been quite the talk in pop culture. The docu-series highlights the life of the infamous, handsome psycho killer of the 1970's and tries to get to the truth behind his killings.

5. JFK: The Making of a President 

Many people remember JFK for his assassination in Dallas, Texas; however, there is much more behind John F. Kennedy that led him to becoming the 35th President of the United States. The film take a close look into Kennedy's early life and his transition from a rowdy school boy to a powerful man in politics.

6. Blackfish

Get ready for the tears, because "Blackfish" will definitely pull at your heart strings. The famous documentary examines the disturbing truth behind SeaWorld and the dangers of keeping whales in captivity. The film goes in depth about the tragic deaths associated with SeaWorld and the harm the popular amusement park inflicts on killer whales.

7. Dirty Money

If you are interested in business and business fraud, "Dirty Money" is definitely worth watching. This documentary explores the corruption behind big corporations and their executives.

Happy watching!

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