Best Documentary Short 2024. Using archival footage and testimonies, directors joe brewster and michèle stephenson explore the roots of hand games, going back generations, in this espn contender. 2024 oscars documentary short predictions include the abcs of book banning, camp courage, deciding vote, last repair shop & “nǎi nai & wài pó.”

The best brief docs can make viewers consider broad topics and prickly themes while keeping their rhythm pleasant and engaging. These are the best documentaries and docuseries from 2024 that we can’t wait to watch, from biographies of legendary artists, to thoughtful exposes.