Direction: Morgan Neville

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Morgan Neville. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Abstract: The Art of Design (TV Series)

2017 · Documentary · 45 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Plot From Executive Producer Morgan Neville, Abstract, a Netflix original docu-series, takes you beyond blueprints and computers into the art and science of design, showcasing great designers from every discipline whose...

7.4

1K votes

7.4

1K votes

The Music of Strangers

2015 · Documentary · 96 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Yo-Yo Ma · Kinan Azmeh · Keyhan Kalhor · Cristina Pato

Plot Over the past 15 years, an extraordinary group of musicians has come together to celebrate the universal power of music. Named for the ancient trade route linking Asia, Africa and...

7.2

40 votes

7.2

40 votes

Won't You Be My Neighbor?

2018 · Documentary · 93 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Joanne Rogers

Plot An exploration of the lessons, ethics, and legacy of iconic children's television host, Fred Rogers.

7.1

288 votes

7.1

288 votes

Best of Enemies

2015 · Documentary · 87 min. · United States

Direction Robert Gordon · Morgan Neville

Cast William F. Buckley · Gore Vidal · Paul Newman · Arthur Miller

Plot 'Best of Enemies' is a documentary about the legendary series of nationally televised debates in 1968 between two great public intellectuals, the liberal Gore Vidal and the conservative William F....

7.0

411 votes

7.0

411 votes

7.0

51 votes

Keith Richards: Under the Influence

2015 · Documentary · 81 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Tom Waits · Keith Richards · Waddy Wachtel · Steve Jordan

Plot A portrait of Keith Richards that takes us on a journey to discover the genesis of his sound as a songwriter, guitarist and performer.

6.9

550 votes

6.9

550 votes

They'll Love Me When I'm Dead

2018 · Documentary · 98 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Orson Welles · Alan Cumming · Peter Bogdanovich · Oja Kodar

Plot Morgan Neville tells the story of legendary director Orson Welles during the final 15 years of his life. No longer the “wonder boy” of Citizen Kane, Welles in 1970 was...

6.9

566 votes

6.9

566 votes

STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces

2024 · Documentary · 200 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Steve Martin · Finn Wittrock · Martin Short · Tina Fey

Plot Documentary (2024). 2 Episodes. Steve Martin is one of the most beloved and enigmatic figures in entertainment. Dive into his extraordinary story from two distinct points of view—past and present—as...

6.9

57 votes

6.9

57 votes

Ugly Delicious (TV Series)

2018 · Documentary · 50 min. · United States

Direction Eddie Schmidt · Morgan Neville · Jason Zeldes · Laura Gabbert

Cast David Chang

Plot Chef David Chang travels around the world tasting food from different cultures.

6.8

241 votes

6.8

241 votes

Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain

2021 · Documentary · 118 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Anthony Bourdain

Plot A documentary about Anthony Bourdain and his career as a chef, writer and host, revered and renowned for his authentic approach to food, culture and travel.

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6.8

101 votes

6.8

101 votes

Twenty Feet from Stardom

2013 · Documentary · 87 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Darlene Love · Merry Clayton · Lisa Fischer · Judith Hill

Plot Millions know their voices, but no one knows their names. This film shines a spotlight on the untold true story of the backup singers behind some of the greatest musical...

6.8

2K votes

6.8

2K votes

Biography (TV Series)

1987 · Documentary · 60 min. · United States

Direction Agnes Nixon · Peter Jones · Steven Smith · Morgan Neville

Plot First hosted by veteran actor Peter Graves, and later by Jack Perkins, this popular Arts and Entertainment Network series profiled the lives of notable figures in the history of entertainment,...

6.4

23 votes

6.4

23 votes

Piece by Piece

2024 · Documentary · 93 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Pharrell Williams · Gwen Stefani · Kendrick Lamar · Timbaland

Plot Follow this autobiography where Pharrell Williams shows his imaginative and creative process using Lego, as he constructs Lego models representing his artistic development. Each build reflects a different creative milestone.

6.4

42 votes

6.4

42 votes

Song Exploder (TV Series)

2020 · Documentary · 25 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville · Nicola B. Marsh

Cast Ty Dolla $ign · Hrishikesh Hirway · Alicia Keys · Lin-Manuel Miranda

Plot Get inspired as musicians dig deep into the creative process of songwriting and reveal their intimate thoughts in a series based on the hit podcast.

6.3

162 votes

6.3

162 votes

The Saint of Second Chances

2023 · Documentary · 93 min. · United States

Direction Jeff Malmberg · Morgan Neville

Cast Charlie Day · Mike Veeck · Jeff Daniels · Darryl Strawberry

Plot Mike Veeck, son of legendary Major League Baseball owner Bill Veeck, blows up his father's career and then spends the next few decades learning the value of a second chance.

5.8

25 votes

5.8

25 votes

Worn Stories (TV Miniseries)

2021 · Documentary · 30 min. · United States

Direction Jenji Kohan · Morgan Neville

Plot Real people unpack the fascinating and quirky stories around their most meaningful pieces of clothing.

5.5

26 votes

5.5

26 votes

What's Next? The Future with Bill Gates

2024 · Documentary · 45 min. · United States

Direction Alex Braverman · Nicola Marsh · Morgan Neville · Neha Shastry

Cast Bill Gates · Anthony Fauci · Bono · James Cameron

Plot 1 season, 5 episodes. Gates tackles far-reaching topics from artificial intelligence to income inequality with curiosity and an open mind.

4.9

82 votes

4.9

82 votes

Troubadours

2011 · Documentary · 91 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville

Plot Framed by the illustrious careers of James Taylor and Carole King, Troubadours delves into the quietly explosive singer-songwriter movement in Los Angeles during the early 1970s. From their home at...

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Peanuts in Space: Secrets of Apollo 10 (S)

2019 · Movie · 9 min. · United States

Direction Morgan Neville · Behzad Mansoori-Dara · Ridd Sorensen

Cast Ron Howard · Jeff Goldblum

Plot Ron Howard and Jeff Goldblum discuss the 1969 NASA Apollo 10 mission that featured a lunar module named "Snoopy" skimming around the moon's surface in preparation for the Apollo 11...

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Not rated

The Next Thing You Eat (TV Series)

2021 · Documentary · min. · United States

Direction Danny Breen · Morgan Neville

Cast David Chang

Plot Explores the future of food from chef David Chang.

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Not rated