How to Use CuriosityStream for Documentaries

CuriosityStream is a streaming service dedicated entirely to documentary films and series. It was founded by John Hendricks, the same person who created the Discovery Channel. And it shows — the content focuses on science, history, nature, technology, society, and space exploration.

If you love watching documentaries about how the world works, the history of civilizations, wildlife in remote corners of the earth, or the latest breakthroughs in medicine and technology, CuriosityStream offers thousands of titles to explore. Many are original productions made exclusively for the service.

The price is one of the best deals in streaming — plans start at around $3.99 per month, and the annual plan drops that further. There is also a free trial available. For documentary lovers, this is exceptional value compared to hunting through different platforms for individual titles.

CuriosityStream works on smart TVs, Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV, iPhone, Android, and any web browser. The app is well-organized and easy to navigate.

One feature worth knowing about: CuriosityStream partners with another service called Nebula, a platform created by educational YouTube creators. Some bundle offers include access to both CuriosityStream and Nebula together at a discounted rate. If you enjoy thoughtful video essays and educational content from YouTube channels, this bundle is worth considering.

The browse experience is excellent. You can filter by topic, length, difficulty level, and whether a title is suitable for kids or adults. The library includes both short films under 20 minutes and full feature-length documentaries.