What Documentary Movies to watch on Tubi

The film follows the WWII exploits of the Essex-class aircraft carrier USS Yorktown (CV-10) (unidentified in the film), in its first major operations following its commissioning in 1943. The life of the crew is documented from July 1943 to June 1944, from its passage through the Panama Canal through assaults on Marcus, Kwajalein, Truk and Tinian Islands, and culminating with the Battle of the Philippine Sea. Spectacular 16mm Kodachrome footage of combat operations and naval aviation is prominent throughout.

This feature-length documentary film follows the artist as she prepares for what may be the most important moment of her life: a major retrospective of her work at The Museum of Modern Art in New York. To be given a retrospective at one of the world's premiere museums is, for any living artist, the most exhilarating sort of milestone. For Marina, it is far more - it is the chance to finally silence the question she has been hearing over and over again for four decades: 'But why is this art?'

The story of Jesus and His early followers is shrouded in mystery. This intriguing program exposes the misconceptions and myths surrounding Jesus' life and teachings.

This award winning PBS documentary follows the lives of four Alaskan bush families as they take the leap of faith to purse their life long dreams of living off the grid in the remote wilderness of Alaska. Exquisitely narrated by actor James Naughton.

Bigfoot witnesses tell of their compelling brush with the mythical creature known as Bigfoot. There are numerous sightings all over the United States each year. Listen as these courageous individuals come forward to tell of their encounter. Listen as each person gives a detailed account of their eye opening experience. Bigfoot ! Oh yes! He's out there! part of the BIGFOOT WITNESS SERIES!

John Hankey sets out to establish his opinions as infallible fact. Making long leaps based on the thinnest thread of circumstantial evidence does not make it fact. It makes it one mans opinion. He is an absolute fruitcake with more accusations than evidence. In absence of any real fact do what Hankey does: lie and call it incontrovertible fact.

The Apple Pushers, narrated by Edward Norton, follows the inspiring stories of five immigrant pushcart vendors who are rolling fresh fruits and vegetables into New York City's food deserts - neighborhoods where finding a ripe, red apple is a serious challenge and where obesity rates are skyrocketing. These micro-entrepreneurs, who hail from Ecuador, Russia, Mexico, and Bangladesh, are at the heart of a unique urban strategy, the Green Cart Initiative, which seeks to increase the availability of fresh produce in under-served communities, in an effort to combat the obesity epidemic found in so many of America's cities.

Using rare newly found footage and eye-witness accounts from survivors, 'Battle for Warsaw' tells the tragic story of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising in which nearly a quarter of a million Poles lost their lives.

While mapping out the largest cave system in Ukraine, explorer and investigator Chris Nicola discovers evidence that five Jewish families spent nearly a year and a half in the pitch-black caves to escape the Nazis. This is the story of the longest uninterrupted underground survival in recorded human history.

Using previously unreleased archival material in addition to contemporary interviews, this academy award-winning documentary tells the story of the Frank family and presents the first fully-rounded portrait of their brash and free-spirited daughter Anne, perhaps the world's most famous victim of the Holocaust.

For 5 years, Felix Opatowski suffered the horror of the Holocaust. When Felix found himself in Auschwitz, he dared to join a covert uprising with a desperate goal - blowing up the infamous crematoriums.

Produced by the Army Pictorial Service, Signal Corps, with the cooperation of the Army Air Forces and the United States Navy, and released by Warner Bros. for the War Activities Committee, Motion Picture Industry, "Appointment in Tokyo" is the film story of four years of Pacific war detailing the history of the defeat of Japan. The path traces across the Pacific from Corregidor in 1942, General Wainwright's surrender, the Death March, Australia in peril, the turning points of Naval victory in the Coral Sea, land victory at Guadalcanal, and air victory over a giant Japanese convoy in the Bismarck Sea. Vast armies are marshaled in the Philippines as the Marines take Iwo Jima, and combined Army, Navy and Marine forces take Okinawa.

We explore the world of Sherlock Holmes and his creator and discover the truth behind author Conan Doyle's love-hate relationship for his legendary detective. What influences in Doyle's life shaped his writing? And what impelled Doyle to kill off Sherlock Holmes?

The real-life story of Roger Morneau, a demon worshiper who became a Christian author and prayer warrior. As a young lad, Roger can't harmonize the teachings of his Church with those of the Bible. He comes to the conclusion that God is a tyrant and walks away from religion completely. Later, his affiliation with a secret society of spirit worshipers is arrested when he makes an unlikely friend. Told by eyewitnesses Cyril and Cynthia Grossé who risk their lives to help him. Set in 1946 and featuring gripping reenactments, flashbacks to World War II, Roger's childhood home and never-before-seen pictures and documents. The film also explores Roger's worldwide prayer ministry which included a list of over 25,000 names. True stories are told by actual people whose lives changed when Roger prayed for them and feature dramatic reenactments. A hard-partying young man is lost and looking for hope. A woman has multiple heart attacks, and the doctors don't know why. Interviews with Roger's family and friends testify that the battle with fallen angels is real, that the Bible is true and that prayer really can change things.

The story of a Nazi-looted painting, Egon Schiele's 'Portrait of Wally,' that was discovered on the walls of the Museum of Modern Art in 1997, triggering a historic court case that pitted the Manhattan District Attorney, the United States Government and the heirs of a Viennese gallery owner against a major Austrian Museum and MoMA.

3D Print Masters is a Documentary Film that unveils the 3D Printing Community with an inside view of their world through the eyes of the industry's top designers and creators. 3D Design expert Scott Tarcy takes viewers on a journey through the printing tech world by showcasing the technology and products achieved through the 3D Printing process and meets up with other Designers and Creators. Inventor Bart Briggs shares his philosophies and inventions in this film, including a touching story about Television's Mr. Wizard. Internet's 3D Printing expert Naomi Wu takes to the streets of Honk Kong, China in this film and tests her different inventions, then reveals her secrets to their design. Inventor and Entrepreneur David Frankel is featured as well, joining Scott Tarcy in Downtown Charlotte, North Carolina for a test of a product. The pair also share their knowledge and tips on successful product design and marketing. Inventor, Engineer and Tinkerer Jeremy Proffitt is a successful Banker who moonlights as a 3D Designer and shares his "3D Dungeon of Secrets" and shows off his different innovative and interesting inventions.

Investigating a blossoming network of backyard stables, dedicated strappers, trainers, jockeys and equine enthusiasts, A Racetrack Somewhere explores the vast Australian landscape, delving into the heart of some of the country's most iconic and remote Thoroughbred racing events.

In 1994 Oregon became the first state to legalize a terminally ill person's request to end his or her life with medication. At the time, only Belgium, Switzerland, and the Netherlands had legalized the practice. 'How to Die in Oregon' tell the stories of those most intimately involved with the practice today -- terminally ill Oregonians, their families, doctors, and friends -- as well as the passage of a similar law in Washington State.

Van Vlahakis left Greece five decades ago with 22 dollars in his pocket. He arrived in the US hoping for a better future for him and his family. Eftichios as is his Greek name not only managed to live the American dream for himself, but also created Earth Friendly Products, a US giant for environmentally friendly cleaning products. His story is not only about transforming his life but also the lives of the ones around him as the owner and CEO of Earth Friendly Products. The story centers on the modern day Vlahakis (played by Ed O'Ross), who is diagnosed with cancer and given only few months to live. During this time, he reflects on his early life as an immigrant (played by George Finn) during the 1950's and ultimately decides to push himself to the limit by closing one final business deal that will concretize his company's success, even if it means taking on a large corporation that is trying to take over his company.

Documentary about the prevalence and popularity of marijuana in the early 1970's. Featuring interviews with customs agents, a drug dealer, a law professor, and marijuana smokers, such subjects as the growing, smuggling, smoking, selling, and legalization of marijuana are all addressed. The filmmakers take us on a tour around the world to various places that include Mexico, Canada, Cambodia, Nepal, and Saigon, Vietnam in order to show the ubiquity and availability of marijuana all over the globe.

The exploits of Ned Kelly, Australian icon and notorious outlaw, raise questions of injustice and oppression. This documentary examines the life of the infamous bushranger, expounds the legend from early indiscretions and the formation of his gang through to his explosive last stand and shoot out at Glenrowan. Was he an outlaw, a freedom fighter or simply a murderer with a message?

Patricia Crone is faced with a difficult choice. On one hand, science suggests that some chemicals in marijuana, or cannabis, may have the potential to fight cancer. On the other hand, federal law prohibits the use of marijuana for medical purposes. Despite the life-and-death stakes, Patricia is caught in a stand-off between science and the law.