Now that the dust (and tears) have settled from the conclusions of and and we now turn our attention to in a couple of weeks, now might be a good time for some documentaries! Luckily, HBO Max has some excellent new and new-ish options at the moment.For this weekend, I've pulled a few that explore common themes of manipulation and obsession, including a much-anticipated new mini-series that looks at a bizarre, secretive society in the 1980s modeling world, the deadly and dark reality behind internet influencers, and a retracing of a controversial murder trial.3 Bring Me the Beauties: A Model Cult Fashion, fame, and a weird secret cult Putting the constant references going through my head aside, HBO's newest docuseries, , is no laughing matter.
The fascinating three-part HBO original is a head-shaking, bizarre exploration of the mysterious new age cult from the '80s and '90s known as Eternal Values, made up of models, socialites, and other elites.Directed by Chris Smith, whose other profile docs include subjects such as Jim Carrey, Andy Kaufman, and Wham!, centers around Hoyt Richards.Often referred to as the first male supermodel, the series traces Richard's career and, most fascinatingly, his double life as a member of Eternal Values, a group started and run by eccentric New York socialite Frederick von Mierers, who (wait for it) claimed to be an alien obsessed with youth and beauty.
With a gorgeously retro and airbrushed feel, the series strings together restored archival fashion footage, photos, private audio recordings, and first-person interviews (much of which is from Richards himself) that reveal not only the control von Mierers had over his members, but how many of them found genuine belonging there.Broken up into three wild 55-minute episodes, is a must-watch.Bring Me the Beauties: A Model Cult Documentary Release Date 2026 - 2026-00-00 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming Network HBO Cast Hoyt Richards, Frederick von Mierers Directors Chris Smith Main Genre Documentary Producers Nancy Abraham, Lisa Heller, Sara Rodriguez Seasons 1 Executive Producer(s) Chris Smith, Lisa Heller, Nancy Abraham, Ryann Fraser, Sara Rodriguez Powered by Expand Collapse 2 Deadly Influence: The Social Media Murders When the pursuit of online fame turns deadly "How did we go from social media to you want me dead?" is one of the most telling lines from this Investigation Discovery true-crime series, currently in its second season on HBO Max.
will scare you, shock you, and make you laugh a little, as each of its 45-minute episodes explores what happens when the battle for likes, followers, and online validation festers into something deadly.With six episodes in season one and seven for season two (still being released every Monday until July 13), each one is a self-contained real case detailing stories across TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Discord, and more, as those involved share their first-hand accounts, supported by their own social media posts, audio, and other footage.Quiz 8 Questions · Test Your KnowledgeNetflix documentariesTrivia challengeFrom true crime to nature — see how well you know Netflix's most gripping documentary films and series.True CrimeNatureSportsCultureBiographyBegin 01 / 8True CrimeWhich Netflix documentary series follows the story of Steven Avery and his nephew Brendan Dassey, who were convicted of murder in Wisconsin?AThe KeepersBMaking a MurdererCEvil GeniusDDon't F**k with CatsCorrect! Making a Murderer, released in 2015, became a cultural phenomenon and sparked widespread debate about wrongful convictions and the U.S.
justice system.It was directed by Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos, who spent a decade documenting the case.Not quite — the answer is Making a Murderer.Released in 2015, this groundbreaking Netflix series followed Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey through their controversial murder convictions.
It ignited a massive public conversation about wrongful convictions and legal fairness.Continue 02 / 8NatureWhich Netflix nature documentary series is narrated by David Attenborough and explores the deepest parts of the world's oceans?AOur PlanetBNight on EarthCSeaspiracyDOur OceansCorrect! Our Oceans is a stunning Netflix nature documentary narrated by the legendary David Attenborough, diving into the mysteries of ocean ecosystems around the globe.It showcases some of the most breathtaking and rarely seen underwater environments on Earth.Not quite — the answer is Our Oceans.While Our Planet is also a beloved Attenborough Netflix series focused on land and sea habitats broadly, Our Oceans specifically dives deep into the world's ocean environments.
Both are worth watching if you love nature documentaries.Continue 03 / 8SportsThe Netflix docuseries Drive to Survive follows which motorsport?ANASCARBMotoGPCFormula 1DIndyCarCorrect! Drive to Survive offers an behind-the-scenes look at the Formula 1 racing season, giving viewers access to drivers, team principals, and the high-stakes drama of the sport.It's widely credited with massively growing F1's fanbase, especially in the United States.Not quite — the answer is Formula 1.Drive to Survive has been a huge hit for Netflix since its debut in 2019, pulling back the curtain on the glamour, pressure, and politics of the F1 world.
The series is often credited with introducing a whole new generation of fans to the sport.Continue 04 / 8True CrimeWhich Netflix documentary covers the infamous Fyre Festival, a luxury music festival that catastrophically failed in the Bahamas in 2017?AFyre FraudBThe InventorCFyre: The Greatest Party That Never HappenedDBad VeganCorrect! Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened was released on Netflix in January 2019 and quickly became a viral sensation.It detailed how entrepreneur Billy McFarland and rapper Ja Rule sold thousands of tickets to a luxury festival that was entirely unprepared to host guests.Not quite — the answer is Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened.Fyre Fraud was a competing documentary released on Hulu around the same time, which actually featured an interview with Billy McFarland himself.
Both covered the disaster, but Netflix's version became the more widely seen of the two.Continue 05 / 8BiographyWhich pop star is the subject of the 2021 Netflix documentary Miss Americana?AAriana GrandeBTaylor SwiftCBillie EilishDKaty PerryCorrect! Miss Americana is a deeply personal documentary about Taylor Swift, directed by Lana Wilson.It explores Swift's journey to find her voice, her political awakening, and the intense pressures of being one of the world's biggest pop stars.Not quite — the answer is Taylor Swift.Miss Americana offers a rare, candid look at Swift's life behind the scenes, including her decision to speak out politically for the first time.
It debuted at the Sundance Film Festival before arriving on Netflix in early 2020.Continue 06 / 8CultureThe Netflix documentary series The Last Dance primarily focuses on which NBA player's final season with the Chicago Bulls?AScottie PippenBDennis RodmanCPhil JacksonDMichael JordanCorrect! The Last Dance chronicles Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls during their legendary 1997–98 season, widely considered one of the greatest sports documentaries ever made.It features never-before-seen footage and interviews that reveal the drama and genius behind the dynasty.Not quite — the answer is Michael Jordan.While The Last Dance features extensive coverage of Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, and coach Phil Jackson, it centers squarely on Jordan's legacy and the tension-filled final championship run of the Bulls dynasty.
It was released in 2020 and became a global phenomenon.Continue 07 / 8True CrimeWhich Netflix documentary tells the story of Robert Lund and his operation of the Dirty Bird chicken restaurant while secretly running a drug empire?ACocaine CowboysBThe PharmacistCHow to Become a TyrantDDirty MoneyCorrect! Dirty Money is a Netflix documentary series that exposes financial crimes and corruption across multiple episodes, with one episode focusing on a fast-food drug empire.The series covers a wide range of real-world financial scandals involving corporations and powerful individuals.Not quite — the answer is Dirty Money.This Netflix docuseries examines financial crimes and corporate wrongdoing in gripping detail across its episodes.
Produced by Alex Gibney, it has been praised for its investigative depth and compelling storytelling.Continue 08 / 8NatureWhich Netflix documentary, released in 2021, follows conservationist Ric O'Barry and exposes the controversial dolphin hunting practices in Taiji, Japan?ASeaspiracyBMy Octopus TeacherCThe CoveDBrave Blue WorldCorrect! The Cove is a powerful and award-winning documentary that exposes the annual dolphin drive hunt in Taiji, Japan.It won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2010 and brought international attention to the controversial practice.Not quite — the answer is The Cove.This critically acclaimed documentary follows activist Ric O'Barry, who helped capture the dolphins used in the original Flipper TV series and later dedicated his life to protecting them.
It won an Oscar for Best Documentary and remains one of the most impactful environmental films ever made.See My Score Challenge CompleteYour Score/ 8Thanks for playing!Try Again Season two is off to a great start, with standout episodes including follows TikTokker Cooper Noriega who gets candid online about his mental health issues before being found dead in 2022; and , a story about an online mentorship that turns deadly.Of course, you can fill the gaps between season two episodes by binging season one—it's all there, too.Deadly Influence: The Social Media Murders TV-14 Crime Documentary Release Date June 3, 2024 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming BUY Network Investigation Discovery Seasons 2 Powered by Expand Collapse 1 A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read A dead cop, a snowbank, and a divided town In contrast to many of the true-crime murder investigation documentaries and series available today, stands out because the accused murderer is also the show's main character.
Directed by Terry Dunn Meurer (), this five-part Investigation Discovery program is anchored around extensive interviews with Karen Read, who was charged with the murder of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe.Prosecutors maintained that she ran him over with her SUV and then fled the scene, a fact that she has always vehemently denied.In , Read allows Meurer and a camera crew to follow her around throughout her polarizing murder trial in 2024, which ended in a deadlocked jury and a mistrial.
It offers a fascinating closeness and fly-on-the-wall quality to the series, as it blends with courtroom footage, expert analysis, and interviews with law enforcement and attorneys, including Read's lawyer Alan Jackson.The docuseries only covers up to the end of Read's first trial, and while she was eventually acquitted of the murder and manslaughter charges against her, she still maintains that she was framed.Read recently filed a lawsuit against the Massachusetts State Police and the town of Canton for misconduct and negligence.
A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read Documentary Crime Release Date 2025 - 2025-00-00 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming BUY Network Investigation Discovery Cast Karen Read, Ted Daniel, David R.Yannetti Directors Terry Dunn Meurer Main Genre Documentary Seasons 1 Powered by Expand Collapse Cults and true crime Cults, online clout-chasing, and a courtroom that split a town down the middle—proof that the most gripping stories are often the true ones.When you're ready for what's next after this weekend, How-To Geek's streaming guides have you covered.
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