7 must-watch 9/11 movies and documentaries on Netflix, Prime video, and more

This five-part series explains how the 9/11 attacks happened and the world’s response. It covers Al Qaeda’s rise, the US invasion of Afghanistan, and events up to the present. The series includes first-hand accounts and rare footage.

Filmed for the 20th anniversary, this series uses survivor stories, emergency calls, and unseen images to show the events of that day in New York. It focuses on people’s real experiences minute by minute.

A real-time film based on United Airlines Flight 93, this movie shares the story of passengers and crew who fought back against hijackers. It is widely praised for accuracy and respect towards the real-life events and people involved.

This controversial documentary by Michael Moore looks at the US government’s response to 9/11 and the war in Iraq. It became the highest-grossing documentary on release and won the Palme d'Or at Cannes.

A documentary created by two French filmmakers who were inside the World Trade Center on September 11. The film shows the day from inside and includes unique footage of first responders and survivors.

A ten-episode drama series based on Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting, this series traces the events leading up to 9/11, focusing on the rivalry between the FBI and CIA before the attacks.

A documentary film showing different views on the September 11 attacks and how the day changed the world. It uses interviews and archive footage to capture the huge impact on global society.