Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Updated October 23, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
Documentaries for four dollars, and the app is the weakest part.
Value for money6.4
Very cheap, which makes the small documentary catalog easy to forgive.
$3.99 a month, the lowest price in its category. Weighed against what it carries (content 2.8/10), that comes to 6.4 on value.
Content quality2.8
Documentaries, a few hundred of them.
We have no title-level data for this one, so this is our own read on how much there is worth watching.
Apps and devices4.2
Weak app, reaching 5 of the 12 major devices.
No app store rating found. Works on 5 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality5.0
720p at most, visibly soft on a large screen.
Base plan streams in 720p.
Docsville’s focus is on documentaries sourced from around the world, originally launched by award-winning documentarian Lawrence Elmen and his business partner, Nick Fraser, who worked for the British Broadcasting Corporation. This streaming service is for those doc junkies who can’t get enough of real-world exploration and have a thirst for knowledge about many different aspects of our planet and the human race. Topics include climate change, inequality and racism, inspiring real-life tales, and true crime. Most of the documentaries offered are independent films.
Also available as a premium add-on for Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, and Apple TV
Sign up for DocsvilleHow much does Docsville cost?
Docsville starts at $3.99/month.
Does Docsville have a free trial?
Yes. Docsville currently offers a 3-day free trial for new subscribers.
What devices support Docsville?
Docsville is available on Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV, iPhone.
Can I cancel Docsville anytime?
Docsville is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is Docsville worth it?
Docsville’s focus is on documentaries sourced from around the world, originally launched by award-winning documentarian Lawrence Elmen and his business partner, Nick Fraser, who worked for the British Broadcasting Corporation. This streaming service is for those doc junkies who can’t get enough of real-world exploration and have a thirst for knowledge about many different aspects of our planet and the human race. Topics include climate change, inequality and racism, inspiring real-life tales, and true crime. Most of the documentaries offered are independent films.
Five criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%. Live TV packages are also scored on customization and add-ons (20%), with the other four scaled to 40%, 16%, 16% and 8%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
10The cheapest service of its kind, with full content.
Content quality
0None of the 20 most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
10All 20 channels, or the deepest catalog of titles we recommend.
Apps and devices
0A one-star app that runs on none of the 12 major devices.
10Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
104K on the plan we price.
Customization and add-ons
0A live TV package with no add-on packs to build on.
10Eight or more add-on packs at $15 a month or less.