All 12 New Documentaries Coming to Netflix in October 2026
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All 12 New Documentaries Coming in October 2026
From Formula 1 legends to comedy icons, we're tracking every new documentary film and series scheduled to hit Netflix in October 2026.
By Ashley Hurst • @AshWHurst September 27th, 2026 - 9:31 am
Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story – Picture Credit: Netflix
Netflix has 12 documentaries coming our way in October 2026, with docs tracing the lives of legendary comedians being the most prominent, as well as sports documentaries about iconic figures like Michael Schumacher and Mike Tyson.
From all-new Netflix Originals to licensed pickups from film festivals, here’s a list of every documentary landing on Netflix throughout October.
Schumacher ’94 — The Birth of a Legend
Coming to Netflix: October 2
There aren’t many names in Formula 1 quite as ubiquitous as Michael Schumacher. This documentary takes a look back at the legendary 1994 Formula 1 season—a year of tragedy, controversy, and one that also saw the emergence of a new generation of racing stars. In a single season, Schumacher went from an F1 prodigy and underdog to a national hero in Germany.
The documentary features an interview with his wife and closest confidante, Corinna Schumacher, as well as interviews with notable figures like former driver David Coulthard, Schumacher’s former manager Willi Weber, and German sports reporter Kai Ebel. It's told through rare archival footage of the legendary 1994 Formula 1 season.
Lorne (2026)
Coming to Netflix: October 5
A licensed documentary, Lorne was released earlier this year to great acclaim. Directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville, it tracks the life, career, and enduring legacy of Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels.
The film features interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from a star-studded cast including Tina Fey, Conan O’Brien, Maya Rudolph, and Chris Rock.
Who Is Martin Mull?
Coming to Netflix: October 7
From the late Bob Saget and Neil Berkeley, Who Is Martin Mull? shines a light on the multi-talented Martin Mull—an American musician, actor, and comedian. Mull passed away in 2024 at the age of 81. The documentary film features testimonials from those who knew him best, including Steve Martin, Tom Waits, and David Alan Grier.
According to the official logline, the film "traces his restless reinvention from smoky folk clubs to primetime sitcoms to gallery walls, told in his own words and by the friends who watched it happen."
Mull’s notable television roles include Leon Carp on Roseanne and Willard Kraft on Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Later in life, he played Gene Parmesan in Arrested Development. He is also known for his portrayal of Colonel Mustard in the classic 1985 movie Clue, starring alongside Tim Curry.
The First Monday in May (2016)
Coming to Netflix: October 10
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