Nearly 9 million viewers tuned in to watch Farrah Fawcett’s documentary that detailed her battle with cancer, a figure that suggests documentaries aren’t strictly relegated to nature films on National Geographic.
Not that those documentaries aren’t interesting or culturally valuable. The average viewer, however, is far more likely to be interested in a Farrah Fawcett documentary. Check out some of the other viral documentaries we’ve featured below.
If you missed the Farrah Fawcett documentary when it first aired, you can watch ‘Farrah’s Story’ here.
30 Viral Documentaries
From Farrah Fawcett's Intimate Cancer Documentary to Eco Films:
Marissa Brassfield — May 18, 2009 — Social Good
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Flickr Documentaries
Hurricane Gustav
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Animal Fetus Photography
Documentary Captures In-Womb Images
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Animals as Photographers
Animal Planet Wildlife Documentaries Campaign
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Social Documentary in High Heels
Copenhagen Cycle Chic
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The Selling of Celebrity
Paris Hilton Inc Documentary
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Teenwreck Documentaries
Maureen McCormick, Britney Spears Tell All
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Train Wreck Retrospective
Britney Spears Evaluates Past Self in Documentary, Prepares to Relaunch
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Activist Shark Documentaries
Sharkwater
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Hilfiger Fragrance Inspired by Real Women
Documentaries Inspire Dreaming
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Obama Documentaries
HYPE: The Obama Effect
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Graphic Tech Documentaries
History of the Internet Told Through Graphics, Icons, Narration
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Tree-Growing Movie Tickets
Disney Nature Celebrates Earth Day 2009 with 'Earth' Documentary
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Online AIDS Documentaries
Live, Hope, Love: HIV in Jamaica
14
Air Disaster Simulators
Richard Moose's Airside Photo-Documentary Is Frighteningly Fascinati
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Child Consumerism Documentaries
'Kids + Money'
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On-Demand Documentaries
Hulu Adds Short Films and Documentaries to Its Online Library
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High Fashion Documentaries
Valentino The Last Emperor Is Coming To New York
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Geotagged Documentaries
A Virtual Trip to South Africa with ‘Mobikasi'
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Documentary-Style Comparevertising
Whopper Virgins Choose Between Burger King & McDonald's B
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Underground Art Documentaries
"Died Young, Stayed Pretty" Captures Poster Culture
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Documentary-Style Commercials
Nokia's The Fourth Screen
6
Tango Documentaries
Café de los Maestros
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Predatory Political Documentaries
Is ‘Hillary: The Movie' a Campaign Ad or Legit Film?
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Rewarding Impatience
Microdocumentaries Fill “Need it Now” Niche
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Fun Eco Documentaries
Adrian Grenier's 'Alter Eco' is Upbeat and Ecological
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Documentaries on Election Fraud
4 Shocking Truths
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Interactive Election Day Documentaries
“Video Your Vote” for PBS and YouTube
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Avant-Garde Princess Dolls
The Viktor&Rolf x Disney Collector Cinderella Doll is in a Docu-Series
Zodiac Streaming Watchlists
Netflix’s Zodiac Watchlist Offers Suggestions Based on One's Star Sign
Tarot-Inspired Streaming Campaigns
Netflix Discover Your Future Reveals New Streaming Potentials
Unapologetic Women-Centric Campaigns
O Positiv Health Hosted an Empowering Event in New York
Pop Archive Series
KYLIE Netflix Docuseries Opens Kylie Minogue’s Personal Archives
Crime-Inspired Beauty Mockumentaries
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Vanity Vandals Explores Chaos at the Sink
Gen Z Storytelling Campaigns
Coach is Running the 'Explore Your Story' Campaign for Spring 2026
Debunking Skincare Campaigns
The Periodic Fable by The Ordinary Exposes Beauty Industry Buzzwords
Wellness Swap Pop-Ups
Bragg's Trendy Trade-In Helped People Exchange Fads for ACV
Nostalgic Y2K-Inspired Commercials
Dove Reinterprets 'Don't Cha' with the 'Hot Like Us' Campaign
GenAI Animated Series
The GenAI Creators' Fund is Bringing Three AI-Made Series to Prime Video
Branded Jewish Dating Shows
Matchmaking Traditions Inspired a New Manischewitz Matchmakers Show
Mockumentary Product Tests
Robert Irwin vs. 100 Crocs Puts Columbia Sportswear Shoes to the Test
Actress-Supported High Jewelry Campaigns
The Christian Dior 2025 Ad Spotlights Charlize Theron
Telenovela-Inspired Safety Videos
Philippine Airlines Unveiled 'Care That Comes From The Heart’
Vibrant Mental Health Campaigns
CDC Has Launched the Playfully Illustrated Free Mind
Film-Inspired Travel Campaigns
Tourism Fiji Introduces 'Wilson's Happily Ever After'
Glam Pet Adoption Pop-Ups
Uber Showcats Puts a Spotlight on Rescued Cats Available for Adoption
Gut-Healthy Cereal Campaigns
Raisin Bran's Will Shat with William Shatner Tackles the Fiber Gap
Comedic Activewear Campaigns
This SKIMS Menswear Campaign Stars Will Ferrell
Dementia-Friendly Streaming Platforms
Menta's Calm, Predictable Content Reduces Cognitive Overload
Family-Focused Cleaning Campaigns
ECOS Celebrates Life's Beautiful Chaos with Little Messes Ad
Cigarette Waste Hats
Olivia Gino Turned an Abundant Source of Litter into a Shearling-Style Hat
Reality-Themed Dating Campaigns
Tinder Launches a YouTube Reality Show to Appeal to Gen Z
Realistic Lifestyle Wellness Campaigns
The UFIT Not for the Elite Campaign Embraces Ordinary
Heritage-Inspired Eyewear Designs
The Linda Farrow Iconic Collection is Retro and Chic
Visceral Soccer-Fandom Spots
Coca-Cola Debuts its 'No Better Feeling' Spot for FIFA 2026
Reality TV-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Betsey Johnson Launches a Mormon Wives Capsule Collection
Consumer Longevity Diagnostics
Tally Health Expands At-Home Epigenetic Age Testing
Celebrity-Backed Luxury Jewelry Campaigns
Tiffany & Co. Runs an Ad with Natalie Portman
Kindness-Focused Travel Campaigns
Global Child: Travel & Purpose Debuts a Qatar Episode
Branded Sports Documentaries
Dick's Follows Three WNBA Stars in a Six-Part Documentary Series
Cross-Disciplinary Campaign Films
Levi's 'Behind Every Original' is Supported by 'Backstory'
Fiber-Focused Cereal Ads
Raisin Bran Uses its Super Bowl Spotlight To Promote Gut Health
Esteem-Boosting Campaigns
The Dove Super Bowl Ad Champions Girls’ Body Confidence in Sports
Design Journey Picture Books
FormaFantasma’s the Down Under Traces Australia’s Eco-Design Story
Humorous Healthcare Campaigns
Zocdoc And 72andSunny Reframe Doctor Search With Playful Anxiety
In-App Unscripted Microseries
Bravo's Salon Confessionals Spills Personal Stories, Drama & More
Character-Driven Fashion Newsletters
The RealReal Creates The RealGirl Luxury Consignment Series
Fandom-First Search Engines
Lore Helps Fans Research & Track Interests from a Central Hub
Women-Led Travel Journeys
Geographic Expeditions Launched its 'Women of the World Collection'
Fandom-Fueled Beauty Series
e.l.f. Cosmetics Partnered with Survivor for e.l.f.ie Advantage
Nature-Connected Lifestyle Campaigns
Wild Planet Has Launched Its 'Go Wild' Campaign
Animated Pop Revival Shows
Paris Hilton’s Paris & Pups Brings Her Playful Persona to Youtube
Creator Reality Series
Bikini Island is Part Competition, Part Entrepreneurial Experiment
Comedic Short-Form Series Debuts
KindaTV is Hosting the Canadian Comedy Series Pioneer Girl
Public Health Documentary Web-Series
La Roche-Posay Launches The Burning Truth Series
Cult Film-Inspired Kid's Fashion
Mini Rodini Launches a Capsule, Inspired by the E.T.
Tuna-Focused Film Festivals
The Tuna Cans Film Festival Shares How People Enjoy Bumble Bee Tuna
Pop-Up Reality TV Bars
Samsung Electronics' Verkligheten is a Destination for Reality TV Fans
Satirical Destination Marketing Videos
The Viral Switzerland is Fake is Cheeky and Tech-Driven
Spirited AI Agents
The Filmologist by Filmland Spirits Entertains, Informs and Jests
Personalized Daily Wellness Apps
Hoda Kotb Launches Joy 101 Wellness App Inspired by Daily Rituals
Heat-and-Eat Plant-Based Meals
fiid Plant-Based Meals Come in Four 100% Natural Options
Kid-Focused Emotional Wellness Initiatives
NATPAT Pals is Playful and Wellness-Promoting
Youth-Focused Educational Adventure Series
Lala’s Place TV is Expanding Its YouTube Offerings
Health Engagement Disparity Campaigns
Function Health and SubwayTakes Partner on a Campaign
Virtual Watch Parties
Together Watch Enables Synchronized Streaming And Chat With Friends Online
Video Podcast Expansion
Netflix and iHeartMedia Bring Video Podcasts to the Streaming Platform
Redefining Modern Wellness Campaigns
Beyond Yoga Introduced 'Beyond Seek' Featuring Issa Rae
AI-Produced Digital Series
Youcef Hollywood is Releasing Its Human History Series
Caveman-Centric Running Campaigns
Craft Sportswear's Brand Film Channels the Primal Joy of Running
Film Discovery Platforms
Watchly Helps You Discover Movies Solo Or With Friends
Short-Form Video Previews
Vertical Feeds Help Members Discover Content on Netflix
Science-Backed Sleep Podcasts
The Rest Report by BetterSleep Helps Listeners Reclaim Quality Rest
Magazine-Style Fashion Columns
The Fold-er by Zara Shares Curations & Insights from Tastemakers
Cinematic Telecom Commercials
Xfinity's Making Its Super Bowl Ad Debut with Jurassic Park... Works
Dog-Focused Podcast Mini Series
The Farmer's Dog Announces Partnership with the Oprah Podcast
Celebrity Wellness Brand Expansions
Bob Marley's Estate Expanded into Natural Health Markets
Reformatted Short-Form TV Series
Vigloo and PASSIONFLIX Reimagine the Secret Life of Amy Bensen
Sequential Streaming Ad Series
Ford Launches 'Every Ground Is Our Proving Ground'
Cinematic Fashion Films
Gucci Presents the Tiger as a Cinematic Collection Debut
Flexible Lifetime Workouts
FitFusion Lifetime Access Lets Users Stream Varied On-Demand Workouts
Animated Eye Health Campaigns
Prevent Blindness Debuts the Multimedia Best Eyes for Life Campaign
Pre-Fall Fashion Campaign Films
Roger Vivier Taps Ambassador Yeji for Pre-Fall 2026 Campaign Film
Feature-Length Microsoaps
The Golden Pear Affair by Native Reimagines Soap Operas for Socials
Mom-Honoring Fundraising Campaigns
Colossal Has Launched Its 2026 Super Mom Competition
Spontaneous Holiday Experiences
Virgin Red Challenged People on the Street to Turn FOMO into Go-Mo
Woman-Focused Travel Companies
Girls' Guide to the World Serves a Niche Market
Hidden Movie Discoveries
Underrated Flixhub Helps Users Discover Hidden Movie Gems And Classics
Longevity Investment Reports
Unfiltered Calls Attention to the Unfiltered Longevity 100
Robust Childhood Cancer Campaigns
Childhood Cancer Canada Launches 'Let's Face the Unimaginable'
Multi-Level Cancer Awareness Campaigns
The United Breast Cancer Foundation is at Times Square
Curated Horror Subscriptions
the Tales of the Weird Subscription Offered Eerie Stories
Kpop-Star Cinematic Short Films
Blackpink Lisa's Dream Short Film Explores Themes of Love and Loss
World Cup Gaming Contests
Splash Sports Launched Its $3M World Cup Survivor Contest
Motherhood Therapy Campaigns
BetterHelp Launched Its Motherhood With You Series for Mothers
Social Media Simulators
PocketFans Creates Realistic Viral TikTok Live Simulations With AI
Women's Wellness Campaigns
NOW Foods Launches Be You, NOW Campaign to Empower Women's Wellness
Nostalgic Beauty Campaigns
Dove's #UnseenBeauty Initiative Challenges Y2K Beauty Standards
Startup Growth Strategies
The Virality Playbook Shares 350+ Proven Growth Hacks for Startups
Sun Safety Docu-Series
The Burning Truth by La Roche-Posay Protects & Educates Gen Zalpha
Charitable Children-Focused Initiatives
Kidoodle.TV Concludes Its 'A Wish A Week'
Striking Desert-Inspired Fashion Films
Jimmy Choo Showcases the Natural Reflection Capsule
Collaborative Advertising Tech
DoubleVerify and IMDb Unite To Elevate Streaming Media Quality
Vertical Video Microdramas
Peacock's Campus Confidential: Miami Was Made for Phone Viewing
Award-Winning Actress-Backed Campaigns
Stella McCartney Unveils Ryder Portraits with Helen Mirren
Healthy Aging Symposiums
Vivid-Pix Was Part of a Collaborative Symposium on Healthy Aging
Musician-Supported Fine Jewelry Campaigns
Chanel's Coco Crush Fine Jewelry Film Features Two Stars
Friend-Finding Virtual Hangouts
Strangely Matches Similar Personalities for Live Video Chats
Fishing Coffee Tables
Uncrate's The Ultimate Book Captures Fishing Culture
In-Store Cancer Support Programs
JCPenney and Look Good Feel Better are Hosting Workshops
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Generational Wellness Campaigns
Sports Research Evolved Its Marketing into a Cultural Movement
Healthy Meal Explorers
Foodish.tv Shows Healthy Meals with Ingredients and Prices
Colorized Sports Broadcasts
Channel 4 Aired a Special Edition of the 1966 FIFA World Cup
Celebrity-Approved Wellness Campaigns
Wellhub Debuts Its First Major Campaign with Terry Crews
Metal Icon Documentary Series
Gibson Films Debuts 'Iommi: the Godfather of Heavy Metal'
Fitness Storytelling Apps
Fitness Wrapped Transforms Apple Fitness Data Into a Shareable Story
Strategic Community Resilience Funds
Mars Impact Fund Will Support Animals and Community
Neighborhood Storytelling Campaigns
Vitaminwater Expands Neighborhue with Community Mural Stories
Blues-Rock Long-Form Music Documentaries
Gibson Films Debuts a New Documentary — 'The Long Road'
Sporty Pet-Centric Video Series
Purina Pro Plan Launched Fueled By Video Series
Meaningful Picture Books
T Is for Terry: An ABC of Courage Brings Terry Fox’s Legacy to Life
Beer-Focused Short Documentaries
Bruz Beers Debuts the Adventurous Let's Get Lost Documentary
Curated Pop Art Auctions
Pharrell’s JOOPITER Revisits Andy Warhol’s Print with a Curated Auction
Group Video Gifting
Folksee Makes It Easy To Collect And Gift Personalized Video Reels
Ingredient Integrity Docuseries
WelleCo's Behind Our Standards Series Shares Supply Chain Insights
Startup Failure Archives
404tomb Documents Defunct Startups And Their Digital Legacy
Health-Focused Daily Step Challenges
Moira Club Announces Fourteener Step Challenge Results
Classic Game Films
The Atari Film Adaptations Bring Classic Games to Theaters
Regal Seasonal Solace Films
The Mother Nature Summer Film Speaks to Healing and Human Bonds
Accessible Summer Reading Initiatives
Braille Institute of America Launches 'Unearth a Story'
Ovarian Cancer Research Partnerships
Global Ovarian Cancer Research Consortium Increases Funding
Transformative Survivor Tattoos
Mark of Life Incorporates Radiation Marks into Custom Body Art
Domestic Violence Hotline Partnerships
The Mary Kay Ash Foundation Combats Domestic Violence
Agave Spirits-Branded Documentary Divisions
PKGD Group Unveils the PKGD Films & Tv Division
HIV Stigma-Addressing Films
Casey House Released the Big Fucking Deal Short Film
Disability Representation-Encouraging Grants
Getty Images Announces a $20,000 Grant Initiative
Humorous Parenting Guides
Eat, Pray, Cry Offers A Candid, Comedic Take On Modern Parenthood
Awareness-Raising Cheetah Initiatives
JETOUR and Discovery Relaunch the Return of the Cheetah
Myth-Busting Pet Campaigns
Royal Canin Runs a Campaign for National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day
Editorial-Documentary Hotel Series
W Hotels Introduces the Latest Season of 'Hotel Tales'
Immersive Narrative Tourism
EF Ultimate Break Turns Ashridge House Into a Live Murder Mystery Game
Popular Art Fairs
the OFFSCREEN Art Fair Saw Record Attendance This Year
Creative Protest Archives
Pocket Protests Showcases Global Creative Resistance Against Fascism
International Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Brand USA Launches Two Complementary Campaigns
Mardi Gras-Themed Breast Campaigns
Frida Marked Mardi Gras with the Breast Gallery Campaign
Series-Tracking Streaming Apps
'BingeTracker' Helps Users Monitor When Their Favorite Shows Debut
Multi-Level Cancer Awareness Ads
The United Breast Cancer Foundation is at Times Square