Netflix movies and series: Provocative

222 movies and series in the provocative category

Do you feel like watching something provocative? This overview contains all Netflix movies and series in the provocative genre and is updated with new releases daily. Currently, the best rated title in this category, with a rating of 4.55, is Martyrs of Marriage.

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The God Committee

January 12, 2022 | Movie | 2021 | 98 minutes

A transplant committee has one hour to determine which of three candidates should receive a lifesaving heart. Years later, their decision haunts them.

Kelsey Grammer, Julia Stiles, Janeane Garofalo, ...

Provocative, Cerebral

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Dear Mother

January 11, 2022 | Movie | 2021 | 98 minutes

When Jean-Louis' heart stops beating, he must confront his Oedipal issues — and ask his mother an unthinkable question — or he'll be dead in three days.

Laurent Lafitte, Karin Viard, Hélène Vincent, ...

Absurd, Provocative

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Azcárate: No Holds Barred

December 29, 2021 | Show | 2021

Colombian actress and comedian Alejandra Azcárate fuses stand-up comedy and a talk-show format to prompt big laughs and reflections on age, love and sex.

Alejandra Azcárate

Provocative, Irreverent

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Don't Look Up

December 25, 2021 | Movie | 2021 | 143 minutes

Two astronomers go on a media tour to warn humankind of a planet-killing comet hurtling toward Earth. The response from a distracted world: Meh.

Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, ...

Offbeat, Provocative, Witty, ...

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Tiger King: The Doc Antle Story

December 13, 2021 | Show | 2021

This “Tiger King” docuseries details disturbing allegations of sexual abuse, violence and misconduct by big cat zoo owner Bhagavan “Doc” Antle.

Provocative, Investigative

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Sarah Cooper: Everything's Fine

November 29, 2021 | Movie | 2020 | 49 minutes

Comedian and Trump lip-synching sensation Sarah Cooper tackles politics, race and other light topics in a sketch special packed with celebrity guests.

Sarah Cooper, Fred Armisen, Maya Rudolph, ...

Provocative, Witty, Irreverent

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Vendetta: Truth, Lies and The Mafia

November 29, 2021 | Show | 2021

Sicily boasts a bold "Anti-Mafia" coalition. But what happens when those trying to bring down organized crime are accused of being criminals themselves?

Provocative, Investigative

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Europe's Most Dangerous Man: Otto Skorzeny in Spain

November 29, 2021 | Documentaries | 2020 | 67 minutes

Declassified documents reveal the post-WWII life of Otto Skorzeny, a close Hitler ally who escaped to Spain and became an adviser to world presidents.

Provocative, Investigative

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Private Network: Who Killed Manuel Buendía?

November 29, 2021 | Documentaries | 2021 | 100 minutes

A deep dive into the work of renowned Mexican journalist Manuel Buendía looks to unravel his murder and the ties between politics and drug trafficking.

Daniel Giménez Cacho

Provocative, Investigative

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Emicida: AmarElo - It’s All For Yesterday

November 29, 2021 | Documentaries | 2020 | 89 minutes

Between scenes from his concert in São Paulo's Theatro Municipal, rapper and activist Emicida celebrates the rich legacy of Black Brazilian culture.

Emicida

Provocative, Heartfelt, Inspiring, ...

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Strip Down, Rise Up

November 29, 2021 | Movie | 2021 | 112 minutes

In an effort to reclaim their bodies and lives, a group of women explore the intersections of movement and meaning in a powerful pole dancing program.

Provocative, Inspiring, Intimate, ...

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Myth & Mogul: John DeLorean

November 29, 2021 | Show | 2021

In the automotive world, John DeLorean rose from engineer to executive to icon. But under the hood of his self-created legend lies darkness and deceit.

Provocative, Investigative

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SanPa: Sins of the Savior

November 29, 2021 | Show | 2020

Amidst a heroin crisis, Vincenzo Muccioli cared for the addicted, earning him fierce public devotion — even as charges of violence began to mount.

Provocative, Investigative

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A Perfect Crime

November 29, 2021 | Show | 2020

This docuseries investigates the 1991 killing of politician Detlev Rohwedder, an unsolved mystery at the heart of Germany's tumultuous reunification.

Provocative, Investigative

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Room 2806: The Accusation

November 29, 2021 | Show | 2020

This docuseries follows the 2011 sexual assault case involving French politician Dominique Strauss-Kahn at the height of his career.

Scandalous, Controversial, Provocative

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La Línea: Shadow of Narco

November 29, 2021 | Show | 2020

A stone's throw from Africa, the Spanish beach town of La Línea is a drug smuggling hot spot. But the police and mayor are determined to change that.

Provocative, Investigative

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Searching For Sheela

November 29, 2021 | Documentaries | 2021 | 58 minutes

Journalists and fans await Ma Anand Sheela as the infamous former Rajneesh commune’s spokesperson returns to India after decades for an interview tour.

Ma Anand Sheela

Provocative

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Natalie Palamides: Nate - A One Man Show

November 29, 2021 | Movie | 2020 | 59 minutes

Tough talk takes an unexpected turn as Nate, played by comedian Natalie Palamides, explores humor, heartbreak, sexuality and consent with a live audience.

Natalie Palamides

Offbeat, Absurd, Provocative, ...

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Òlòtūré

November 29, 2021 | Movie | 2020 | 106 minutes

In Lagos, a journalist goes undercover as a prostitute to expose human trafficking. What she finds is a world of exploited women and ruthless violence.

Sharon Ooja, Omoni Oboli, Blossom Chukwujekwu, ...

Provocative, Emotional

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Cops and Robbers

November 29, 2021 | Movie | 2020 | 7 minutes

Animation and activism unite in this multimedia spoken-word response to police brutality and racial injustice.

Timothy Ware-Hill

Provocative, Emotional

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