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Season 4 – Documentary Now!

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"Saturday Night Live" compatriots Fred Armisen, Bill Hader and Seth Meyers serve as creators, executive producers and writers of this IFC original series, using their love of documentary films and combining it with comedy to present a unique take on the form. Hosted by Dame Helen Mirren and starring Armisen and Hader, each episode is shot in a different documentary film style, paying tribute to some of the most important stories that didn't actually happen. "SNL" creator Lorne Michaels also executive produces "Documentary Now!", and guest stars include Jack Black and John Slattery.
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Documentary Now! — Season 4

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Critics Consensus

Still sprightly while retaining its acerbic irreverence, Documentary Now! is an absolute treat for fans of documentary filmmaking and gut-busting comedy.

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Ben Travers IndieWire Documentary Now! either grabs hold of you or drifts by in the distance, and for those of us who enjoy its esoteric Easter egg hunts or simply feel seen by the series’ very particular reveries, it’s best to savor each moment as they appear. Rated: A Oct 21, 2022 Full Review David Fear Rolling Stone Should you live and breathe documentaries, or just cinema in general, you’ll appreciate what they’re doing that much more. This is pure, 100 percent uncut catnip for film nerds. Oct 20, 2022 Full Review Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com As with any season of Documentary Now!, some episodes are funnier than others, but all six are worth your time. Oct 19, 2022 Full Review Marya E. Gates The Playlist A loving, yet playful tribute to the documentaries of yore, [that] also reminded me why I love documentary cinema so much. Rated: B+ Oct 21, 2022 Full Review Matt Roush TV Insider The realism within these cockeyed concoctions reminds you time and again that this series isn’t monkeying around. Oct 20, 2022 Full Review Aaron Barnhart Primetimer With documentaries more popular than ever, there’s no reason this series can’t go on and on, to at least season 53 and beyond. Oct 19, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Andrei D Could use a few extra surprises and formula twists but the first two episodes are impressive Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/12/24 Full Review Derik J F'ing hilarious, especially if you've seen the actual documentary that they are spoofing! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/10/24 Full Review Joanna K So funny! It's a lovely tribute to documentaries and very enjoyable. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/22/22 Full Review Carlo H This show is a masterclass on how passion elevates people and they radiate joy! You see the radiance emanating from the entire production and the cast blinds the eyes with characters they seem to channel through membranes from other universes. Cate Blanchett clearly has her most fun while doing these episodes. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/22/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Fred Armisen

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Bill Hader

Actor

Helen Mirren

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Fred Armisen

Executive Producer

Bill Hader

Executive Producer

Seth Meyers

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 19, 2022 Soldier of Illusion In the early 1980s, a visionary German filmmaker tries to will his magnum opus into existence while working in the remote, punishing conditions of the Russian Ular mountains. Part I. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 19, 2022 Soldier of Illusion In the early 1980s, a visionary German filmmaker tries to will his magnum opus into existence while working in the remote, punishing conditions of the Russian Ular mountains. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 26, 2022 Two Hairdressers in Bagglyport A fly-on-the-wall portrait of a hair salon in the small coastal town of Bagglyport as they prepare their annual stylebook. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 2, 2022 How They Threw Rocks A chronicle of the iconic 1974 Craig Maes (Field Rock) showdown dubbed "The Melon vs. The Felon." Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 9, 2022 My Monkey Grifter A filmmaker forms a deep, emotional, and financially taxing relationship with a monkey. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 16, 2022 Trouver Frisson Celebrated French filmmaker Ida Leos searches for why she no longer experiences "frisson," the goosebumps that have always been her guide. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Fred Armisen, Bill Hader, Seth Meyers, Lorne Michaels, Rhys Thomas, Andrew Singer
Network
IFC
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 19, 2022
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