While Scientology has often made headlines for its celebrity members and controversies, there is much that remains unknown about this group. Scientology is a set of beliefs and practices that was created by author L. Ron Hubbard in 1950. He later turned these ideas and practices into a religion and named it Scientology.

Much later, he also founded the Church of Scientology, and several members joined the group. However, people have different views about the group. Over the years, many journalists and researchers have studied and investigated Scientology. There are also several documentaries that focus on the group, such as its origin, beliefs, practices, or the experiences of former members, and much more.

So, here are 3 important documentaries focusing on Scientology and how to watch them in 2026.

Going Clear: Scientology & the Prison of Belief (2015)

Directed by Alex Gibney, Going Clear: Scientology & the Prison of Belief is a documentary film based on Lawrence Wright’s book Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief. It features archival footage and interviews with 8 former Scientology members who talk about the group’s origins and much more.

It was heavily praised and even won a 2015 Peabody Award. The film was nominated for 7 Emmys. The film is available to rent on Prime Video and Apple TV.

Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath (2016–2019)

Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath was a TV series that ran from 2016 to 2019. The series featured stories of former Scientologists who shared their experiences. It focuses on the people who left the church and publicly spoke about experiences of abuse and harassment faced by people.

The series is available to purchase on Prime Video and Apple TV. Yet another documentary is a 2015 movie starring Louis Theroux.

My Scientology Movie (2015)

My Scientology Movie is a 2015 British documentary film directed by John Dower. Famous journalist Louis Theroux wrote the film and also starred in it. The film takes a unique approach by hiring actors to audition to recreate scenes recalled by ex-members of the group that involve the senior church management.

The film premiered at the London Film Festival before its brief theatrical release. The documentary film is available to watch on FuboTV. It can also be rented on Prime Video for $2.99. These are some of the notable documentaries that take a closer look at Scientology or offer a new perspective and are worth watching. 

Have you seen any of the Scientology documentaries? Let us know your take in the comments.