20 Documentaries That Led to Huge Lawsuits

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Some documentaries don't just make headlines — they make legal history! Join us as we count down the most explosive documentaries that sparked massive lawsuits, from defamation claims to wrongful death suits and everything in between. Which filmmakers found themselves in hot water with the courts? Do you think these lawsuits were justified? Let us know in the comments below! Our countdown includes "Blackfish" (2013), "Making a Murderer" (2015), "Leaving Neverland" (2019), "Tiger King" (2020), "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" (2024), and many more shocking cases where the camera became a courtroom weapon! WATCH our 24/7 Livestream to binge the best of MsMojo! https://wmojo.com/msmojo_livestream FOLLOW all of our socials for more lists, videos, and articles! https://linkin.bio/msmojo/ MsMojo is a leading producer of queen-sized lists and thought-provoking essays on Film, TV, Celebrity, Music, & more. Your trusted authority for ranking and analyzing Pop Culture. #D

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