Fascinating Documentaries to Stream on Peacock

Look, sometimes all you want is to turn on the TV and turn off your brain, and we’d never fault you for that. But other times, you want to learn something new while still being entertained. There’s no better feeling than learning just for the fun of it, so Peacock’s got you covered with a wide library of documentaries and docuseries.  

Peacock’s documentary collection is as diverse in tone and subject matter as the world around us. But with so much to learn, it can be hard to choose which doc to stream. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of documentaries available on Peacock that are perfect for whatever mood you're in, whether you want to get to the bottom of the ocean or a true crime case. 

Stream these fascinating documentaries and docuseries on Peacock now: 

Fascinating documentaries to watch on Peacock 

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The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets 

After the arrest of alleged Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann, the Peacock Original docuseries goes inside the suspects home for the first time, where exclusive commentary from his own family reveals a chilling portrait of a man accused of living a double life and hiding dark secrets under their own roof. The documentary includes intimate, exclusive multi-part interviews with Heuermann's wife, children, and friends, in addition to providing an in-depth look at the lives of the victims police say he's taken, and the long and twisted road that led investigators to the doorstep of the unassuming Manhattan architect.   

Stream The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets on Peacock.

Adaptive

The triumph of the human spirit is on full display in Adaptive, a three-part docuseries that tells the story of world-class Paralympic athletes. The series highlights the power of sport through community and advocacy while shining a spotlight on a group of athletes — Ezra Frech, Jamal Hill, Josie Aslakson, and Courtney Ryan — who defy the odds and still achieve their dreams. Adaptive was released on Peacock in July 2025.

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Bronx Zoo ‘90

It’s the story about the Yankees that they don’t want you to hear. This three-part Peacock Original docuseries dives into the tumultuous 1990 season of the New York Yankees, marked by one of their worst records ever and a slate of dramatic off-field events. The docuseries covers infamous team owner George Steinbrenner's ousting for misconduct, Don Mattingly's contract dispute, a missing top free agent, rookie Deion Sanders' sports dilemma, and a controversial outfielder's scandal. Yet despite all the chaos, the 1990 Yankees still set the stage for a future dynasty. 

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The Murder of Gabby Petito: Truth, Lies and Social Media

The mysterious 2021 disappearance — one that was eventually deemed murder by her own boyfriend — of Gabby Petito captured the attention of Americans everywhere, and The Murder of Gabby Petito: Truth, Lies and Social Media shines a new light on the harrowing story via intimate interviews with her own parents, Joe Petito and Nicole Schmidt. The documentary also examines the role social media played in solving important clues of the case.

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Kings from Queens: The RUN DMC Story  

This three-part Peacock Original documentary tells the untold story of RUN DMC, the hip-hop legends who transformed and legitimized a genre once dismissed as a fad. Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, and Jason “Jam Master Jay” Mizell, who met in Hollis, Queens, broke racial barriers and became '80s cultural icons. In the documentary, Rev Run and DMC reunite to finally tell their story, reflecting on their immense impact and the tragic loss of Jam Master Jay. 

Stream Kings from Queens: The RUN DMC Story on Peacock.

The Idaho Student Murders

The nation was rocked by the November 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students, with criminology student Bryan Kohberger identified as the sole suspect. In Peacock's original documentary The Idaho State Murders, the case is painstakingly examined from the ground up and focuses heavily on Kohberger's pre-trial case. The series was originally released on Peacock in July 2025, 

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The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks 

Everyone knows the heroic story of how Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on the bus, sparking the Montgomery bus boycott. But that fateful day is only one small part of the story of a tireless activist. Produced by award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien, The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks shines a long-overdue light on Parks’ accomplishments and the importance of her drive and fight to overcome racial injustices. What we’re taught in school about Rosa Parks is a mere fraction of the full story. 

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Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story

Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story peels back the curtain on the X-rated business throughout its three parts, focusing on the rise and fall of founder Joe Francis and the criminal investigations that followed long after the cameras stopped rolling.

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Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy

The 90-minute Diddy documentary tells the story of Sean Combs’ early years and offers crucial insight into the forces that shaped him. 

Stream Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy on Peacock.

Stormy 

From director and producer Sarah Gibson, Stormy features Stormy Daniels as she shares her story and account of events that have become part of American history. Produced by Erin Lee Carr and executive produced by Judd Apatow, the film takes the audience behind the curtain as Daniels navigates being a mother, an artist, and an advocate working hard to reinvent herself, while still grappling with the bombshell that went off in her life five years earlier.  

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Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks

From the opening of Universal Studios Hollywood in 1964 to the company's present-day expansion into countries like Japan and China, the rise of Universal Theme Parks has been thrilling — and it's all covered in this three-part docuseries.

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High Horse: The Black Cowboy

"If there were no Black cowboys, America would not exist." That's an idea explored in Peacock's documentary about the under-told history of Black American cowboys and their impact on the United States. Produced by Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions, the three-part docuseries features interviews with Peele himself as well as other cultural luminaries like actress Pam Grier, rappers Bun B and Rick Ross, veteran actor Glynn Turman, and Tina Knowles.

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Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy

The heartbreaking Peacock documentary covers the life of Friends star Matthew Perry, who died on October 28, 2023. Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy uses original interviews with friends and family members and archival footage as it examines the career — and passing — of an actor who was considered by many to be Hollywood royalty. 

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A Friend of the Family: True Evil 

Peacock’s hit limited series A Friend of the Family is based on the harrowing true story of the Broberg family, whose daughter Jan was kidnapped multiple times over a period of years by their charismatic, obsessive family “friend” played by Jake Lacy (The White Lotus, Apples Never Fall). But while A Friend of the Family is scripted, A Friend of the Family: True Evil — the show’s companion documentary — investigates the story through all-new interviews with Jan and the Broberg family themselves. Through Jan’s own words, this saga of lies, deceit, and inhumanity becomes a powerful story of endurance, courage, and a family's life-affirming bond. 

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Orlando Bloom: To the Edge

Catch every breathless moment of actor Orlando Bloom (The Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean) diving head-first into a spiritual, mental, and physical journey of a lifetime in Orlando Bloom: To the Edge. The three-part docuseries follows the star as he learns to wingsuit, free dive, and rock climb, discovering more about himself than he ever could have expected. The series originally premiered on Peacock in April 2024.

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Wicked: The Real Story 

Wicked: The Real Story traces the evolution of the beloved stage phenomenon, from Gregory Maguire’s bestselling novel to its rise as a global sensation. The documentary offers an intimate look at the show’s creative journey, revisiting its origins, iconic score, and the cultural footprint it has left across the world. Featuring exclusive interviews with past and present cast members, the film pulls back the curtain on the costumes, choreography, heartbreaks, breakthroughs, and behind-the-scenes alchemy that helped make Wicked one of the most celebrated productions of all time. 

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