33 documentaries on Netflix right now that will make you smarter

One of the great things about Netflix is that it has brought thoughtful, compelling documentaries to a much wider audience, which filmmakers could only dream of a decade ago.

And with binge-worthy titles from "Amanda Knox" to "Metallica: Some Kind of Monster" being just a click away, you can get a lot of great nonfiction viewing any night of the week. You'll learn a lot more about the world, but don't worry - you'll also be entertained.

Here are 33 documentaries we think you should stream right away on Netflix:

Note: Numerous Netflix titles drop off the streaming service monthly so the availability of titles below may change.