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As the world retreated indoors during lockdowns, the appetite for narrative content surged, leading to a remarkable rise in the popularity of documentaries.

No longer confined to blockbuster cinemas or television, documentaries have found a space online.

By embracing a less formal approach, documentaries have become more accessible to a wider audience, particularly piquing Gen Z’s interest.

Viewers no longer feel intimidated by complex subject matter; instead, they are drawn in by the allure of compelling storytelling and visuals.

In this article, we cover the best documentary YouTubers, exploring how they have reshaped the documentary landscape and redefined the way we consume non-fiction narratives.

Top 12 Documentary YouTubers in 2025

This list is compiled from the opinions of Favoree and Reddit users.

In no particular order:

1.

National Geographic – 24M Subscribers

The worldwide classic National Ge