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As is true for fact-based films from many other streaming services and networks, the HBO documentary has become a brand of its own. Combining high-quality journalism, extensive access to sources, and the production values you'd come to expect from the premier American network, HBO docs often strike a tone that avoids gossip and speculation and elevates their subjects into something urgent and significant. Here at agoodmovietowatch, we've listed the best HBO Max documentaries available for streaming. And while these films might not always make for easy viewing, they're still essential, challenging watches that deserve to break up your usual routine.

Pluto TV Live is a great accompaniment to streaming. It comes with a variety of channels, it's available on almost every device, it doesn't require registration to be accessed, and most important of all, it's free!

Except, nothing comes without a cost these days, and in Pluto TV's case, that means constant ads, missing premium channels, and lacking features on its interface. So if you're looking for other streaming options, we've got you covered. Ranging from free to reasonably priced to premium, we've gathered the best Pluto TV Live alternatives you can check out right now.

How do you make an anti-war movie without accidentally glorifying it? It seems like an impossible task, considering you’d have to make blasts and executions look outstanding to make a mark. Consequently, many films regardless of the directors’ intent appear to be pro-war at times, inspiring a dangerous fervor among audiences. Jarhead, Full Metal Jacket, and even The Gladiator, for instance, are often accused of glamorizing warfare, despite their gruesome depictions that try to persuade people otherwise. 

That said, a good anti-war movie clearly shows the costs and futility of conflict without compromising craft and quality. It seems impossible, but the movies we've gathered below prove that it isn’t. Here’s our list of the best anti-war movies you can stream right now.

We can imagine many parents hoping to make the most of their Disney+ subscriptions for their kids by also signing up for Hulu via The Disney Bundle (which also includes ESPN+). So while your children aren't checking out Disney's more kid-friendly content, you can enjoy the wealth of alternative films and series streaming on Hulu, thanks to their partnerships with FX, 20th Century Studios, Searchlight Pictures, and more. To get you started, we at agoomovietowatch have compiled a list of 10 lesser-known but highly-rated films available on Hulu that should make that Bundle subscription worth the commitment.

With more than 60 channels across Latin America, the Caribbean, Spain, and the US, YipTV offers viewers a wide variety of programming from sports and movies to news and soap operas, available in both English and Spanish. 

It's quite affordable at $15/month, not to mention convenient and refreshing with its primary focus on non-English content. But if its channel lineup is not up to your taste, or if you'd like to see how it stacks up to other Spanish-forward streaming services, you can check out our list of the best YipTV alternatives available below.

For some viewers, the joy of watching on a streaming service like Netflix is that it does the difficult work of deciding what to watch for you. Powered by an algorithm, the service typically suggests TV shows and movies you can queue next based on your expressed preference and previous watches, saving you time and effort along the way. Convenient, right? 

Sure. But on the other hand, there are just as many viewers who prefer making that decision all on their own, regardless of how time-consuming it can get. Renowned director Martin Scorsese famously denounced algorithm-based recommendations, claiming that "they take away from your creative viewing." A friend's good-natured suggestion can likewise be obsolete if we're just to trust the tech a hundred percent. 

On a more simplistic level, an algorithm can also mess up your homepage once another person uses your account or you accidentally give a thumbs-up to a title you don't like; it can mistake others' actions for yours, offering you stuff you don't actually care for. 

If you're looking to be more proactive about what you watch, or would rather your recommendations have the human touch, here are some of the best streaming services without algorithms you need to check out. These services are known to have carefully selected their picks, making sure you get an intentional and tasteful curation experience.

Sometimes we all just need a good cry. Even though an algorithm such as Netflix's is, in theory, designed to keep scratching the itch for entertainment that makes you feel good and satisfied, there's still something cathartic about watching stories that just hurt. The streaming giant's wide range of popular content designed for a broad, international viewership (with the odd selection or two for particularly niche audiences) means that this list we've created offers films that should leave you aching but not miserable—and should inspire a greater sense of empathy that trumps any hopelessness.

For $18 a month, Xfinity broadband subscribers can opt-in to Xfinity Choice, a live TV streaming service exclusive to Xfinity users. The channel lineup includes news networks like CNBC and Fox News, sports channels like ESPN2, and entertainment channels like AMC and FX (kids also have Disney, Nickelodeon, and Discovery to choose from). It’s a solid selection, but it's also quite limited, and if you want more sports, news, or entertainment options, you'll have to buy their add-on packages, whose own costs can easily stack up without you noticing.    

If you're considering other live TV streaming services, preferably those with a wider variety of channels to choose from, here are the best Xfinity Choice TV alternatives available right now.

Television has been an invaluable tool for journalism and education for as long as television's been around. This means that documentaries—typically more in-depth and more artfully presented like films—have always been at home on TV, where they can cover a greater breadth of material. And in recent years, documentary series have taken on a popularity of their own in the realms of true crime, sports, nature, and many others, with countless shows being released every year. Here at agoodmovietowatch, we've listed 10 documentary or reality-based series that might have flown under the radar of your streaming algorithms but remain high-quality examples of what factual, informational, and even experimental reporting can accomplish.

Existing Spectrum internet users have a choice to subscribe to Spectrum TV Choice, a live TV streaming service that gives you access to 25 cable channels, 15 of which you can handpick. At $29.99, it's an appealing package if you want a personalized channel lineup and a consolidated bill for your TV and internet usage. The choices aren't bad, either, since you can pick from channels as diverse as AMC and CNN to ESPN and Disney Channel. 

That sounds great on its own, but when stacked against the competition, you may find Spectrum TV Choice a bit wanting in terms of channel number and DVR storage (you'll need to pay extra for this). For a few more dollars, you can already get almost double the number of channels on Sling TV and for none at all, you can get more content on Tubi. Almost all other live TV services offer DVR storage as well.

If you’re looking for Spectrum TV Choice alternatives right now, we list the best of them below.

Whether you're a teacher trying to switch things up in your lesson plan or a student looking for a fun way to get into a research topic, you have to admit that movies can be useful tools for class, too. And while many filmmakers set out to entertain us or express themselves through cinema, just as many also seek to educate or bring a little-known subject to light—be it through documentaries or through stories inspired by real situations. So we at agoodmovietowatch have compiled a varied selection of little-known but highly-rated movies that we think could teach you something new and keep you engaged in the process.

Saying that 2020 came with a bang just might be the understatement of the century. The year ushered in a global pandemic that upended all of what we knew in the modern world, forcing us to reconsider what we deemed as valuable and even good. 

With more content than ever before, both filmmaker and filmgoer have seen a growth in discernment, and with that, a boost in standards. So far, this has meant more solid techniques, diverse perspectives, and empathetic takes. Below, we list the most notable titles that uphold these qualities—in other words, the very best movies of the 2020s.

With its selection of quality indie films, hard-hitting documentaries, and crime anthologies, Topic makes for an excellent streaming service for cinephiles and true-crime enthusiasts alike. It brands itself as an alternative to platforms like Netflix, offering little-known but well-regarded titles for only $5.99 a month. 

Topic is competitive in these regards, but its appeal and selection remain niche. Mainstream audiences may find it lacking compared to bigshots like Amazon Prime, affordable services like Philo, and free streamers like Tubi, the latter two of which showcase more content in addition to live TV channels. 

Whether you're looking to expand your selection of indies and thrillers or seeking new TV options, you might want to check out other streamers that offer more of the same. Below, we curated the best Topic alternatives available right now to help you find the platform that best suits your needs. 

Getting through an entire TV show can be a long commitment. And given the state of the world we're in, sometimes we just don't have the bandwidth to stick with something dark and depressing for multiple seasons; sometimes all we really need is a good pick-me-up. So in line with that, we've prepared a list of 10 high-quality TV shows that we think still haven't gotten the praise they've earned. And these shows are far from fluff, proving that it could be just as difficult to write good television that taps into something warm and comforting.

At $45 a month, a Vidgo subscription is not a bad deal. With this affordable price, the live TV streaming platform already offers more than 80 channels, a playback option, and simultaneous streams for up to three devices. Plus, it features more sports and Spanish-language content than most streamers too. 

That said, those outside of Vidgo's target audience might find little to like in the platform. The interface isn't as smooth as, say, Hulu with Live TV or Philo, and a cloud DVR option isn't available unless you're willing to pay an extra price. If you want to see how Vidgo stacks up to the rest of the competition, you can check our list of the best live TV alternatives below to find a service that works for your needs.