5th Critics' Choice Documentary Awards

The 5th Critics' Choice Documentary Awards were presented on November 16, 2020, honoring the finest achievements in documentary filmmaking and non-fiction television; due to the COVID-19 pandemic the ceremony was held via online. The nominees were announced on October 26, 2020, with Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution, Gunda and Mr. Soul! leading the nominations with five.

Films by multiple nominations and wins
The following films received multiple nominations:

The following films received multiple awards: