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Watch Documentaries

Discover the best documentary content from around the world at our Cinema, festivals, special events, screening series and more.

Hot Docs Cinema

From first run films to special series and events, the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema is home for curious minds and culture seekers. Check out what’s on now!

Hot Docs Festival

From April 24 to May 4, the 2025 Hot Docs Festival presented 113 documentaries from 47 countries to audiences in Toronto cinemas.

Doc Soup Series

Toronto’s long running and much-loved screening series is back for the 2024-25 Season, featuring hot new films with guest director Q&As.

Industry Programs

Explore how Hot Docs helps get film made—from grants for projects in development and production to connecting filmmakers with leading industry experts.

Festival Conference

Hot Docs presented its Industry Conference and Market over three days starting April 28 during the 2025 Hot Docs Festival, held April 24–May 4 in Toronto.

Pitch Programs

Connect with international decision makers at Hot Docs industry market.

Funds & Programs

Providing funding and support for Canadian and international filmmakers.

Citizen Minutes

Commissioning short docs about ordinary Canadians doing extraordinary things.

Docs For Schools

Providing free doc programming for Canadian students in grades 5–12 to help students and educators engage with current issues, raise critical questions, and interact with new perspectives. This includes our inspiring Citizen Minutes short film series and educator guides.