Best-Reviewed Docuseries 2018

Reality bites, as we found out from the year’s best TV documentary series. From criminal cults to mouthwatering food porn, the best docuseries of the year provide in-depth looks at current and historical events, environmental issues, and more fascinating subjects.

The order of the rank below reflects the Adjusted Score as of December 31, 2018. Scores might change over time.

America to Me: Season 1 (2018)
100%

#1

Adjusted Score: -1%

Critics Consensus: America to Me confronts hard questions through candid moments in a Chicago high school, crafting an exploration of race and class relations in America that is as insightful as it is inspiring.

Starring:

Directed By: Steve James, Jeff Skoll, Diane Weyermann, Steve James

Ugly Delicious: Season 1 (2018)
100%

#2

Adjusted Score: -1%

Critics Consensus: Ugly Delicious injects new life into the food documentary by dispensing with culinary pretensions and celebrating a vibrant spectrum of dishes that are sure to whet audience appetites.

Starring: David Chang, Peter Meehan, Wolfgang Puck

Directed By: Morgan Neville, David Chang, Eddie Schmidt, Peter Meehan

Wild Wild Country: Season 1 (2018)
98%

#3

Adjusted Score: -1%

Critics Consensus: Wild Wild Country succeeds as an intriguing examination of a forgotten piece of American history that must be seen to be believed.

Starring:

Directed By: Mark Duplass, Jay Duplass, Chapman Way, Maclain Way

Bobby Kennedy for President: Season 1 (2018)
95%

#4

Adjusted Score: -1%

Critics Consensus: Bobby Kennedy for President crafts a poignant, nuanced view of a political process and a human being.

Starring:

Directed By: Laura Michalchyshyn, Dawn Porter, Dave Sirulnick, Justin Wilkes

Flint Town: Season 1 (2018)
95%

#5

Adjusted Score: -1%

Critics Consensus: Flint Town dives deep into an essential subject matter with admirable objectivity while presenting candid -- and hard-hitting -- personal testimonials.

Starring:

Directed By: Steve Golin, David Pritikin, P.G. Morgan