Alex Gibney

Eps2 The Crime of the Century The Crime of the Century 8.1
The Crime of the Century
IMDb: 8.1
1h 58min

A powerful critique of the pharmaceutical industry, highlighting the role of political figures and government policies in facilitating the excessive production, careless distribution, and misuse of synthetic opioids.

Status: Ended
Totally Under Control Totally Under Control 7.6 2h 3min
Totally Under Control
IMDb: 7.6
2h 3min

This documentary, directed by Alex Gibney, delves into the United States’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic, offering a detailed examination of the government’s handling of the crisis. Through interviews with…

Genre: Documentary
Crazy, Not Insane Crazy, Not Insane 6.9 1h 59min
Crazy, Not Insane
IMDb: 6.9
1h 59min

This documentary delves into the complex world of criminal psychology, focusing on the work of psychiatrist Dr. Dorothy Otnow Lewis. Through interviews and case studies, it explores the minds of…

The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley 7.2 1h 59min
The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley
IMDb: 7.2
1h 59min

This documentary delves into the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes and her company, Theranos, which promised to revolutionize the healthcare industry with a groundbreaking blood-testing technology. Directed by Alex…

Eps10 The Looming Tower The Looming Tower 8.0
The Looming Tower
IMDb: 8
50min

As Osama bin Laden and Al-Qaeda emerge as worldwide menaces, the competition between the CIA and FBI unintentionally paves the way for the 9/11 disaster and the subsequent Iraq War.

No Stone Unturned No Stone Unturned 7.2 1h 51min
No Stone Unturned
IMDb: 7.2
1h 51min

Ireland’s triumph against Italy during the 1994 World Cup in New Jersey continues to be a cherished moment for the Irish. However, it is overshadowed by a tragic event: terrorists…

Genre: Documentary
Zero Days Zero Days 7.7 1h 56min
Zero Days
IMDb: 7.7
1h 56min

Directed by Alex Gibney, this 2016 documentary delves into the world of cyber warfare, focusing on the Stuxnet computer virus, a sophisticated piece of malware allegedly developed by the United…

Genre: Documentary
Eps4 Cooked Cooked 8.0
Cooked
IMDb: 8
4h

Viewed through the perspectives of the four fundamental elements—fire, water, air, and earth—COOKED offers an insightful and captivating exploration of how food has evolved in its significance to us, tracing…

Genre: Documentary
Eps11 The New Yorker Presents The New Yorker Presents 6.8
The New Yorker Presents
IMDb: 6.8
30min

This innovative series transforms the celebrated magazine, The New Yorker, into a visual experience, featuring documentaries, short narrative films, comedy, poetry, animation, and cartoons crafted by renowned filmmakers and artists.

Genre: Documentary
Steve Jobs: The Man in the Machine Steve Jobs: The Man in the Machine 6.9 2h 9min
Steve Jobs: The Man in the Machine
IMDb: 6.9
2h 9min

This documentary, directed by Alex Gibney, delves into the complex life and legacy of Steve Jobs, exploring both his groundbreaking innovations and the controversies surrounding his personal and professional life….

Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief 8.0 2h
Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief
IMDb: 8
2h

Directed by Alex Gibney, this documentary delves into the controversial world of Scientology, exploring its origins, practices, and the experiences of former members. Through interviews and archival footage, the film…

Genre: Documentary
Finding Fela! Finding Fela! 7.1 2h
Finding Fela!
IMDb: 7.1
2h

Fela Anikulapo Kuti pioneered the Afrobeat genre, transforming it into a platform for political expression against Nigeria’s authoritarian regime and championing the cause of marginalized communities. This narrative explores his…

Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown 7.4 1h 55min
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown
IMDb: 7.4
1h 55min

James Brown revolutionized American music. Left by his parents at a young age, he forged his own path to become one of the 20th century’s most influential figures, impacting not…

The Armstrong Lie The Armstrong Lie 7.2 2h 4min
The Armstrong Lie
IMDb: 7.2
2h 4min

Directed by Alex Gibney, this documentary delves into the rise and fall of Lance Armstrong, the celebrated cyclist whose career was marred by a doping scandal. Initially intended to chronicle…

We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks 6.9 2h 7min
We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks
IMDb: 6.9
2h 7min

This documentary delves into the controversial world of WikiLeaks, exploring the rise of its enigmatic founder, Julian Assange, and the impact of the organization’s explosive revelations on global politics. Directed…

Genre: Documentary
Magic Trip: Ken Kesey’s Search for a Kool Place Magic Trip: Ken Kesey’s Search for a Kool Place 6.8 1h 47min
Magic Trip: Ken Kesey’s Search for a Kool Place
IMDb: 6.8
1h 47min

A freewheeling portrait of Ken Kesey and the Merry Prankster’s fabled road trip across America in the legendary Magic Bus. In 1964, Ken Kesey, the famed author of “One Flew…

Freakonomics Freakonomics 6.3 1h 33min
Freakonomics
IMDb: 6.3
1h 33min

This 2010 documentary, directed by Alex Gibney among others, explores the hidden side of everything by applying economic theory to diverse subjects not typically associated with economics. The film is…

Genre: Documentary
Taxi to the Dark Side Taxi to the Dark Side 7.5 1h 46min
Taxi to the Dark Side
IMDb: 7.5
1h 46min

This gripping documentary delves into the controversial practices of the U.S. military and government regarding the treatment of prisoners in the War on Terror. Directed by Alex Gibney, it focuses…

Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room 7.6 1h 50min
Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room
IMDb: 7.6
1h 50min

This documentary delves into the infamous corporate scandal of Enron, exploring the rise and fall of the energy giant through interviews, insider accounts, and archival footage. Directed by Alex Gibney,…