Who doesn’t enjoy learning something new every once in a while? If you’re in the mood for something that’s entertaining and educational, then documentaries are the way to go, and Netflix has tons of options available to stream. In August, we’re getting 11 new offerings, including the true story behind How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast), a Ryan Murphy-produced exposé on harmful conversion therapy centers, the tale of a Holocaust survivor who claimed to be friends with wolves, and so much more. Whether you’re looking to watch true-crime, uplifting, or sports documentaries, you’re sure to find something you like among these 11 new titles.
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Pray Away
From executive producer Ryan Murphy, this heartbreaking documentary features interviews with ex-leaders and a survivor of conversion therapy. The doc focuses on the dangerous efforts these facilities often take in order to change someone’s sexual orientation and gender identity.
When it’s available: Aug. 3
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Shiny_Flakes: The Teenage Drug Lord
If you love the show How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast), then you need to watch this German documentary that tells the true story of the teenager who built a drug empire from his bedroom.
When it’s available: Aug. 3
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Cocaine Cowboys: The Kings of Miami, Season 1
Lovers of true crime need to check out this docuseries that explains how two high school dropouts from Cuba – Augusto “Willy” Falcon and Salvador “Sal” Magluta – ended up becoming the most powerful drug kingpins in Miami.
When it’s available: Aug. 4
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UNTOLD: Malice at the Palace
The first instalment of UNTOLD – which is produced by the same team behind Wild Wild Country – delves into the most infamous brawl in NBA history which took place during an Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons game back in 2004.
When it’s available: Aug. 10
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Misha and the Wolves
In her 1997 memoir, Belgian Holocaust survivor Misha Defonseca told the story of how, at the age of seven, she escaped the Holocaust and survived by befriending a pack of wolves. Her book became an international bestseller – until people begin to question the legitimacy of her inspiring tale.
When it’s available: Aug. 11
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UNTOLD: Deal with the Devil
World champion boxer, Christy Martin, is the focus of UNTOLD‘s second instalment which follows her impressive career and her near-death experience following her husband’s murder attempt.
When it’s available: Aug. 17
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Memories of a Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes
In 1983, Scottish serial killer Dennis Nilsen was sentenced to life in prison after killing at least 12 young men in the Muswell Hill district of North London over a span of five years. Before his death in 2018, he narrated his life and horrific crimes in a series of audiotapes recorded from his jail cell. This documentary brings those chilling tapes to light.
When it’s available: Aug. 18
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UNTOLD: Caitlyn Jenner
The third instalment of UNTOLD centres on Olympian Caitlyn Jenner. In the doc, Jenner recounts major life events such as winning gold, raising a family, and her transition.
When it’s available: Aug. 23
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Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed
You may know him best as the man who painted happy trees, but this illuminating documentary shows a different side of Bob Ross. It turns out the art instructor and Joy of Painting host was also secretly engaged in a battle for his business empire, and this documentary details these events.
When it’s available: Aug. 25
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John of God: The Crimes of a Spiritual Healer, Season 1
This docuseries from Brazil delves into the life of medium João Teixeira de Faria who collected a loyal following and rose to international fame. However, his dark history of abuse was exposed by survivors, prosecutors, and the press, all of which this true-crime doc delves into.
When it’s available: Aug. 25
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UNTOLD: Crime and Penalties
For the fourth instalment of UNTOLD, viewers are introduced to the notoriously violent Danbury Trashers, a now-defunct United Hockey League team that was bought by a mobster and ran by his 17-year-old son.
When it’s available: Aug. 31
