Movies like Water Birds: 20 to watch next
If you loved Water Birds (1952) — a documentary and family film directed by Ben Sharpsteen — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Water Birds most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like nature, pelican and flamingo. 6 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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The Crimson Wing: Mystery of the Flamingos 2008★ 7.3
Shares: Documentary
In the remote and forgotten wilderness of Lake Natron, in northern Tanzania, one of nature's last great mysteries unfolds: the birth, life and death of a million crimson-winged flamingos.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Dancing with the Birds 2019★ 7.8
Shares: Documentary
Some of the world's most majestic birds display delightfully captivating mating rituals, from flashy dancing to flaunting their colorful feathers.
Stream in India on Netflix
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The Meerkats 2008★ 6.7
Shares: Documentary, Family
A coming of age story following a young meerkat pup, Kolo, growing up in the Kalahari desert; and an inspiring look at how one family's connection to each other and their surroundings is a model of resilience and fortitude for us all. Shot using ground-breaking techniques, this dramatised documentary is a one-of-a-kind presentation from The Weinstein Company and the BBC, featuring narration by Paul Newman.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Earth 2007★ 7.7
Shares: Documentary
An epic story of adventure, starring some of the most magnificent and courageous creatures alive, awaits you in EARTH. Disneynature brings you a remarkable story of three animal families on a journey across our planet – polar bears, elephants and humpback whales.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Elephant 2020★ 7.7
Shares: Documentary, Family
Disneynature’s Elephant follows African elephant Shani and her spirited son Jomo as their herd make an epic journey hundreds of miles across the vast Kalahari Desert. Led by their great matriarch, Gaia, the family faces brutal heat, dwindling resources and persistent predators, as they follow in their ancestors’ footsteps on a quest to reach a lush, green paradise.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Powaqqatsi 1988★ 7.2
Shares: Documentary
An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.
Stream in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel
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Dolphin Reef 2018★ 6.8
Shares: Documentary, Family
Echo is a youngster who can't quite decide if it's time to grow up and take on new responsibilities-or give in to her silly side and just have fun. Dolphin society is tricky, and the coral reef that Echo and his family call home depends on all of its inhabitants to keep it healthy. But Echo has a tough time resisting the many adventures the ocean has to offer.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Deep Blue 2003★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
Deep Blue is a major documentary feature film shot by the BBC Natural History Unit. An epic cinematic rollercoaster ride for all ages, Deep Blue uses amazing footage to tell us the story of our oceans and the life they support.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Being James Bond 2021★ 7.8
Shares: Documentary
Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) 2026★ 8.4
Shares: Documentary
Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation, presented in immersive 3D.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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African Cats 2011★ 7.4
Shares: Documentary
African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience 2016★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
A celebration of the universe, displaying the whole of time, from its start to its final collapse. This film examines all that occurred to prepare the world that stands before us now: science and spirit, birth and death, the grand cosmos and the minute life systems of our planet.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Chronos 1985★ 7.5
Shares: Documentary
Carefully picked scenes of nature and civilization are viewed at high speed using time-lapse cinematography in an effort to demonstrate the history of various regions.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Naqoyqatsi 2002★ 6.2
Shares: Documentary
A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Who Are You, Charlie Brown? 2021★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
Lupita Nyong'o narrates a documentary about Peanuts and its creator, Charles M. Schulz. Famous fans—including Drew Barrymore, Kevin Smith, and Al Roker—share its influence on them, and a new animated story finds Charlie Brown on a quest.
Stream in India on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
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Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me 2023★ 6.1
Shares: Documentary
From the heights of her modeling fame to her tragic death, this documentary reveals Anna Nicole Smith through the eyes of the people closest to her.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction 2013★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
An impressionistic portrait of the iconic actor Harry Dean Stanton comprised of intimate moments, film clips from some of his 250 films and his renditions of American folk songs.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty 2000★ 7.8
Shares: Documentary
A compilation of over 30 years of private home movie footage shot by Lithuanian-American avant-garde director Jonas Mekas, assembled by Mekas "purely by chance", without concern for chronological order.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough 2026★ 8.0
Shares: Documentary
Veteran naturalist Sir David Attenborough tells the story of a remarkable group of gorillas, from his first encounter in the '70s to the present day.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Katy Perry: Part of Me 2012★ 7.1
Shares: Documentary
Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now