20 Best Biography Movies on Paramount Plus 2026
Explore 20 true-story favorites on Paramount Plus, from The Wolf of Wall Street and Catch Me If You Can to Braveheart, The Aviator, and more.
If you want a watchlist that feels bigger than a standard movie night, this roundup pulls together some of the most entertaining true-story films currently on Paramount Plus. From the wild rise-and-fall energy of The Wolf of Wall Street and the smooth con artistry of Catch Me If You Can to the epic scale of Braveheart, these picks cover crime, comedy, drama, war, and more. You’ll also find standout performances in The Aviator, Bleed for This, Queen of the Desert, and Jerry and Marge Go Large, plus newer additions like Better Man. With 20 titles on the page, it’s easy to jump straight to the kind of biography-based story you want next.
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The Wolf of Wall Street
biography · comedy · crime · drama
A New York stockbroker refuses to cooperate in a large securities fraud case involving corruption on Wall Street, corporate banking world and mob infiltration. Based on Jordan Belfort's autobiography.
Directed by Martin ScorseseCast Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, Margot Robbie, Matthew McConaughey, Kyle ChandlerApple TV PlusParamount Plus -
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Catch Me If You Can
biography · crime · drama
A true story about Frank Abagnale Jr. who, before his 19th birthday, successfully conned millions of dollars worth of checks as a Pan Am pilot, doctor, and legal prosecutor. An FBI agent makes it his mission to put him behind bars. But Frank not only eludes capture, he revels in the pursuit.
Directed by Steven SpielbergCast Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken, Martin Sheen, Nathalie BayeParamount Plus -
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Queen of the Desert
adventure · biography · drama · history · romance
A chronicle of Gertrude Bell's life, a traveler, writer, archaeologist, explorer, cartographer, and political attaché for the British Empire in the Near and Middle East at the dawn of the twentieth century. Her knowledge of the tribal leaders is used by the British to establish the Kingdoms of Iraq, Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
Directed by Werner HerzogCast Nicole Kidman, James Franco, Robert Pattinson, Damian Lewis, Jay AbdoParamount Plus -
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Jerry and Marge Go Large
biography · comedy · drama
The remarkable true story of how retiree Jerry Selbee discovers a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery and, with the help of his wife, Marge, wins $27 million dollars and uses the money to revive their small Michigan town.
Directed by David FrankelCast Bryan Cranston, Annette Bening, Rainn Wilson, Larry Wilmore, Michael McKeanParamount Plus -
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Better Man
biography · fantasy · music · musical
Follow Robbie Williams' journey from childhood, to being the youngest member of chart-topping boyband Take That, through to his unparalleled achievements as a record-breaking solo artist – all the while confronting the challenges that stratospheric fame and success can bring.
Directed by Michael GraceyCast Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton, Alison Steadman, Kate MulvanyAmazon Prime VideoParamount Plus -
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Bleed for This
biography · drama · sport
The inspirational story of World Champion Boxer Vinny Pazienza, who after a near fatal car crash, which left him not knowing if he'd ever walk again, made one of sports most incredible comebacks.
Directed by Ben YoungerCast Miles Teller, Aaron Eckhart, Katey Sagal, Ciarán Hinds, Ted LevineParamount Plus -
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The Aviator
biography · drama
A biopic depicting the life of filmmaker and aviation pioneer Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947, during which time he became a successful film producer and an aviation magnate, while simultaneously growing more unstable due to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Directed by Martin ScorseseCast Leonardo DiCaprio, Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale, John C. Reilly, Alec BaldwinParamount Plus -
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Molly's Game
biography · crime · drama
Molly Bloom, a young skier and former Olympic hopeful becomes a successful entrepreneur (and a target of an FBI investigation) when she establishes a high-stakes, international poker game.
Directed by Aaron SorkinCast Jessica Chastain, Idris Elba, Kevin Costner, Michael Cera, Jeremy StrongParamount Plus -
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The King's Speech
biography · drama · history
The King's Speech tells the story of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brother abdicates, George ('Bertie') reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a dreaded stutter and considered unfit to be king, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue. Through a set of unexpected techniques, and as a result of an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country into war.
Directed by Tom HooperCast Colin Firth, Helena Bonham Carter, Derek Jacobi, Robert Portal, Richard DixonParamount Plus -
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Rebel in the Rye
biography · drama · romance · war
The life of celebrated but reclusive author J.D. Salinger, who gained worldwide fame with the publication of his novel The Catcher in the Rye.
Directed by Danny StrongCast Nicholas Hoult, Kevin Spacey, Victor Garber, Hope Davis, Zoey DeutchAMC+Paramount Plus -
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Sid & Judy
documentary · biography · history
Explore the dramatic career and personal struggles of the talented and tragically short-lived entertainer Judy Garland through rare concert footage, never-heard-before voice recordings and personal photos.
Directed by Stephen KijakCast Rob Dodd, Jon Hamm, Jennifer Jason LeighParamount Plus -
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Braveheart
biography · drama · war
Enraged at the slaughter of Murron, his new bride and childhood love, Scottish warrior William Wallace slays a platoon of the local English lord's soldiers. This leads the village to revolt and, eventually, the entire country to rise up against English rule.
Directed by Mel GibsonCast James Robinson, Sean Lawlor, Sandy Nelson, James Cosmo, Sean McGinleyParamount Plus -
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Rocketman
biography · drama · music · musical
The story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin.
Directed by Dexter FletcherCast Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell, Richard Madden, Bryce Dallas Howard, Gemma JonesParamount Plus -
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Chuck
biography · drama · sport
A drama inspired by the life of heavyweight boxer Chuck Wepner.
Directed by Philippe FalardeauCast Liev Schreiber, Elisabeth Moss, Ron Perlman, Naomi Watts, Jim GaffiganParamount Plus -
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Bob Marley: One Love
biography · drama · music
Jamaican singer-songwriter Bob Marley overcomes adversity to become the most famous reggae musician in the world.
Directed by Reinaldo Marcus GreenCast Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, James Norton, Tosin Cole, Umi MyersParamount Plus -
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The Fighter
action · biography · drama · sport
Boxer "Irish" Micky Ward's unlikely road to the world light welterweight title. His Rocky-like rise was shepherded by half-brother Dicky, a boxer-turned-trainer who rebounded in life after nearly being KO'd by drugs and crime.
Directed by David O. RussellCast Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Melissa Leo, Mickey O'KeefeParamount Plus -
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Personality Crisis: One Night Only
documentary · biography · music
Follow musician David Johansen's luminous set at Café Carlyle from January 2020. A concert that is wonderfully intimate and a testament to both a lost New York and an artist who remains as fresh and exciting as ever.
Directed by Martin Scorsese, David TedeschiCast David Johansen, Penny Arcade, Sylvain Sylvain, Morrissey, Leah HennesseyParamount Plus -
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Ricky Powell: The Individualist
documentary · biography
Ricky Powell boasts a quintessential New York story, rising to fame as a street photographer in the 80's and 90's and touring with the Beastie Boys, capturing some of the wildest moments in popular culture.
Directed by Josh SwadeCast Mark RonsonParamount Plus -
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76 Days Adrift
documentary · adventure · biography · drama
Raw and intimate, this documentary captures the struggles of patients and frontline medical professionals battling the COVID-19 pandemic in Wuhan.
Directed by Joe WeinCast Joe WeinParamount Plus -
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McEnroe
documentary · biography · sport
Legendary "bad boy of tennis" John McEnroe finally tells his side of his storied career and famously hot-tempered performances on the court in this engrossing documentary revisiting the record-setting career of one of the all-time greats.
Directed by Barney DouglasCast John McEnroe, Kevin McEnroe, Emily McEnroe, Ruby Smith Mcenroe, Anna McEnroeParamount Plus
Wrapping Up
Whether you’re in the mood for a huge historical drama, a stranger-than-fiction crime story, or a lighter comedy inspired by real events, this list gives you plenty of solid choices. It brings together older favorites and newer releases so you can find something worth streaming fast. Bookmark this page and come back whenever you need a fresh pick, since it’s updated regularly to keep pace with the Paramount Plus library. If you’re building a queue around true stories, this is a simple place to start.
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Last updated: September 10, 2026