20 Best Biography Movies on Hulu 2026
Discover Hulu’s strongest true-story picks, from Moneyball and Remember the Titans to newer releases like Dumb Money and The Testament of Ann Lee.
If you want true stories with big performances, sharp writing, and plenty of momentum, Hulu has a strong mix of films that fit the bill. This roundup includes crowd-pleasers like The Wolf of Wall Street, Moneyball, and Remember the Titans, plus newer picks such as Dumb Money and Wicked Little Letters. You’ll also find upcoming 2025 releases like The Testament of Ann Lee and The Wizard of the Kremlin, which makes this list especially useful for planning your next watch. With biography, comedy, crime, drama, and sport all in the mix, there’s something here for every mood.
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Remember the Titans
biography · comedy · drama · sport
After leading his football team to 15 winning seasons, coach Bill Yoast is demoted and replaced by Herman Boone – tough, opinionated and as different from the beloved Yoast as he could be. The two men learn to overcome their differences and turn a group of hostile young men into champions.
Directed by Boaz YakinCast Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Wood Harris, Ryan Hurst, Donald FaisonHuluDisney Plus -
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Moneyball
biography · drama · sport
The story of Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to put together a baseball team on a budget, by employing computer-generated analysis to draft his players.
Directed by Bennett MillerCast Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Robin Wright, Chris PrattHulu -
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The Testament of Ann Lee
biography · drama · history · musical
The extraordinary true legend of Ann Lee, founder of the devotional sect known as the Shakers, who preached gender and social equality and was revered by her followers as the female Christ.
Directed by Mona Fastvold, Kevin DeanCast Amanda Seyfried, Lewis Pullman, Thomasin McKenzie, Matthew Beard, Christopher AbbottHulu -
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The Wizard of the Kremlin
biography · crime · drama · history
In the chaos of post-Soviet Russia, rising KGB officer Vladimir Putin joins forces with master manipulator Vadim Baranov to reshape life behind the Iron Curtain, using violence and deception to change the world forever.
Directed by Olivier AssayasCast Paul Dano, Alicia Vikander, Tom Sturridge, Will Keen, Jeffrey WrightHulu -
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Wicked Little Letters
biography · comedy · crime · drama · history · mystery
When the denizens of Littlehampton – including conservative Edith – begin receiving letters full of hilarious profanities, rowdy Irish migrant Rose is charged with the crime. Suspecting something amiss, the town's women band together to investigate.
Directed by Thea SharrockCast Jessie Buckley, Olivia Colman, Timothy Spall, Gemma Jones, Malachi KirbyHulu -
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Dumb Money
biography · comedy · drama
Vlogger Keith Gill sinks his life savings into GameStop stock and posts about it. When social media starts blowing up, so do his life and the lives of everyone following him. As a stock tip becomes a movement, everyone gets rich—until the billionaires fight back, and both sides find their worlds turned upside down.
Directed by Craig GillespieCast Paul Dano, Pete Davidson, Vincent D'Onofrio, America Ferrera, Myha'laHuluMax -
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Mr. Jones
biography · drama · thriller
In 1933, Welsh journalist Gareth Jones travels to Ukraine, where he experiences the horrors of a famine. Everywhere he goes he meets henchmen of the Soviet secret service who are determined to prevent news about the catastrophe from getting out. Stalin’s forced collectivisation of agriculture has resulted in misery and ruin—the policy is tantamount to mass murder.
Directed by Agnieszka HollandCast James Norton, Vanessa Kirby, Peter Sarsgaard, Joseph Mawle, Kenneth CranhamAmazon Prime VideoHulu -
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Harbin
action · biography · crime · history · thriller
In 1909, several years after Korea is forced into becoming a Japanese colony, freedom fighters plot the daring assassination of Japan's prime minister during their quest for independence.
Directed by Woo Min-hoCast Hyun Bin, Park Jeong-min, Jeon Yeo-been, Jo Woo-jin, Lee Dong-wookHulu -
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The Promised Land
action · biography · drama · history
Denmark, 1755. Captain Ludvig Kahlen sets out to conquer a Danish heath reputed to be uncultivable, with an impossible goal: to establish a colony in the name of the king, in exchange for a royal title. A single-minded ambition that the ruthless lord of the region will relentlessly seek to put down. Kahlen's fate hangs in the balance: will his endevours bring him wealth and honour, or cost him his life...?
Directed by Nikolaj ArcelCast Mads Mikkelsen, Amanda Collin, Simon Bennebjerg, Melina Hagberg, Kristine Kujath ThorpHulu -
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Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere
biography · drama · music
Bruce Springsteen, a young musician on the cusp of global superstardom, struggles to reconcile the pressures of success with the ghosts of his past.
Directed by Scott CooperCast Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Paul Walter Hauser, Stephen Graham, Odessa YoungHulu -
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American Murderer
biography · crime · drama · thriller
The True story of how charismatic con man Jason Derek Brown bankrolls his extravagant lifestyle through a series of scams. On Brown’s trail: Lance Leising, a dogged FBI special agent determined to put Brown behind bars. When Brown’s funds run low and his past catches up with him, he plots his most elaborate scheme yet, pitting himself against Leising in a deadly game of cat and mouse — and becoming the most unlikely and elusive fugitive on the FBI’s most-wanted list.
Directed by Matthew GentileCast Tom Pelphrey, Ryan Phillippe, Idina Menzel, Paul Schneider, Shantel VanSantenHulu -
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Billy Idol Should Be Dead
documentary · animation · biography · music
Punk legend turned pop sensation Billy Idol bares it all in this electrifying documentary, revealing his rise to fame, battle with addiction and triumphant comeback that captivated millions of fans worldwide.
Directed by Jonas ÅkerlundCast Billy Idol, Miley Cyrus, Billie Joe Armstrong, Duff McKagan, Steve JonesHulu -
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Saturday Night
biography · comedy · drama · history
At 11:30pm on October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television forever. This is the story of what happened behind the scenes in the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of Saturday Night Live.
Directed by Jason ReitmanCast Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cory Michael Smith, Ella Hunt, Dylan O'BrienHulu -
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Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy
action · biography · crime · drama
Following his defeat by Master Ip, Cheung Tin Chi tries to make a life with his young son in Hong Kong, waiting tables at a bar that caters to expats. But it's not long before the mix of foreigners, money, and triad leaders draw him once again to the fight.
Directed by Yuen Woo-PingCast Jin Zhang, Dave Bautista, Yan Liu, Michelle Yeoh, Tony JaaHuluPeacock PremiumFreevee -
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The Whistleblower
biography · crime · drama
Nebraska cop Kathryn Bolkovac discovers a deadly sex trafficking ring while serving as a U.N. peacekeeper in post-war Bosnia. Risking her own life to save the lives of others, she uncovers an international conspiracy that is determined to stop her, no matter the cost.
Directed by Larysa KondrackiCast Rachel Weisz, Vanessa Redgrave, Monica Bellucci, David Strathairn, Nikolaj Lie KaasAmazon Prime VideoHulu -
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Orwell: 2+2=5
documentary · biography · history
George Orwell was one of the most visionary authors of the 20th century, whose novels 1984 and Animal Farm foretold a chilling, authoritarian future. Acclaimed director Raoul Peck interweaves clips, readings from Orwell's diary, cinematic references, and modern-day footage to craft not only a portrait of the writer, but a fresh take on how prophetic his work has become.
Directed by Raoul PeckCast Damian Lewis, Eric RufHulu -
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Searching for Sugar Man
documentary · biography · music · mystery
Two South Africans set out to discover what happened to their unlikely musical hero, the mysterious 1970s rock 'n' roller, Rodriguez.
Directed by Malik BendjelloulCast Stephen Segerman, Rodriguez, Regan Rodriguez, Eva Rodriguez, Mike TheodoreHulu -
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The Infiltrator
biography · crime · drama · thriller
A U.S Customs official uncovers a massive money laundering scheme involving Pablo Escobar.
Directed by Brad FurmanCast Bryan Cranston, Leanne Best, Daniel Mays, Tom Vaughan-Lawlor, Niall HayesAmazon Prime VideoHulu -
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Ol' Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys
documentary · biography · music
The untold story of the man and the musician who made an immense cultural impact across just a few short years. Having gained exclusive rights to a never-before-seen personal archive shot by his wife alongside access to his closest friends and family, the doc is described by the filmmakers as a culture-defining special that humanizes ODB as a man, a father and a husband like never before. It explores how Russell Tyrone Jones created Ol' Dirty Bastard, a Hip Hop alter ego superhero that would ultimately consume him.
Directed by Jason Pollard, Sam PollardCast Ol' Dirty Bastard, RZA, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method ManHulu -
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Ip Man 4: The Finale
action · biography · drama · history
Following the death of his wife, Ip Man travels to San Francisco to ease tensions between the local kung fu masters and his star student, Bruce Lee, while searching for a better future for his son.
Directed by Wilson YipCast Donnie Yen, Scott Adkins, Danny Kwok-Kwan Chan, Vanness Wu, Jim LiuHuluPeacock Premium
Wrapping Up
From sports triumphs to scandals, satire, and character-driven drama, these Hulu picks show how entertaining real-life stories can be. Whether you’re in the mood for McFarland, USA, a high-energy turn from The Wolf of Wall Street, or a sharper modern title like Dumb Money, this list makes it easy to find your next watch. Bookmark this page and come back whenever you want a fresh recommendation. We update it regularly so you can keep up with what’s streaming now and what’s worth adding to your queue.
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Last updated: September 10, 2026