New Zealand Docos
New Zealand has a rich tradition of quality documentary-making. We may not be able to get Merita Mita's 'Patu' but we do have the searing social commentary of 'In A Land of Plenty' or 'Out of Sight'. Look into New Zealand's history with 'The New Zealand Wars' or 'The Toogood Years'. These are New Zealand stories made by New Zealanders and a great treasure for us here.
Pictured: The tragic story of the Wahine ferry disaster is told in 'Shipwreck! Deadly Harbour'
Man Made Marvels: Buildings by Design (2008)
6.1/10
Produced for Discovery Channel, this series takes you on a journey through four revolutionary constructions; the visionary ideas and the people who br... Read more
Manapouri: The Toughest Tunnel (2006)
In 1964 more than 1000 men confronted seemingly insurmountable odds, undertaking New Zealand's largest ever construction project - a hydroelectric pow... Read more
Margaret Mahy: A Tall Long Faced Tale (2012)
Director: Yvonne Mackay
Starring: Margaret Mahy, Elizabeth Knox
For decades, author Margaret Mahy has delighted readers both here and around the world with her enchanting stories. Now, with assistance from fellow w... Read more
Marlon Williams Two Worlds Nga Ao E Rua (2025)
Director: Marlon Williams
Starring: Marlon Williams
Follow musician Marlon Williams as he produces his first album entirely in te reo Maori, a deeply personal project that sees him trying to reconnect w... Read more
Marti: The Passionate Eye (2004)
6.2/10
Director: Shirley Horrocks
Director Shirley Horrocks traces the dramatic personal story of Marti Friedlander, one of New Zealand's leading photographers, alongside the major soc... Read more
McLaren (2017)
7.3/10
Director: Roger Donaldson
From acclaimed director Roger Donaldson, comes then incredible true story of the man behind one of the greatest brands in international motorsport, Mc... Read more
Moana & The Tribe - Live & Proud (2003)
With a fusion of traditional Maori music and contemporary sounds, 'Moana & the Tribe' have a unique Kiwi sound. Featuring 140 minutes of interviews an... Read more
Murder on the Blade? (2003)
Director: Keith Hunter
On New Year's Eve 1997, holiday-makers Olivia Hope and Ben Smart disappeared from the Marlborough Sounds. Five months later, Scott Watson was arreste... Read more
My Year With Helen (2017)
8/10
Director: Gaylene Preston
Kiwi filmmaking legend Gaylene Preston follows former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark as she runs for UN Secretary General. My Year with Helen... Read more
Nancy Wake: Gestapo's Most Wanted (2013)
7.7/10
Director: Mike Smith
Starring: Owen Black, Rachael Blampied
This is the incredible true story of Nancy Wake, the daring allied spy who became the Gestapo's most wanted woman in WWII. Codenamed The White Mouse... Read more