These Are the Best Documentaries That You Can Watch Right Now

Murderball

You've never seen sports as intense as in this documentary. Filmed in 2005, this movie takes a closer look at the world of the US quadriplegic rugby team. It even earned the Best Documentary Feature Award at the Oscars the following year. For sports buffs, this is a story you absolutely need to hear...

Gideon's Army

Have you ever wondered about the people defending the little guy in trials? This documentary delves deep into the public defenders in the South. Serving people who can otherwise not afford a private practice lawyer, this documentary is touching, frustrating, and moving in a way you might not expect. 

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The More You Know

  • Danny Devito used to work as a hairdresser. For corpses.
  • In the late 1600s, London was plagued by an attacker who would spank his victims with a rod and shout "Spanko!" before running away.
  • A quarter of all the bones in your body are in your feet.
  • In 1567, the man said to have the longest beard in the world died after he tripped over his beard running away from a fire.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.