While documentaries explore sleep as an artistic subject, the internet has turned it into a functional utility. The most popular manifestation of sleeping filmography is found on YouTube, where millions tune in nightly to "Sleep YouTube."

- A science fiction film directed by Nicolas Roeg, starring David Bowie. Despite its critical acclaim, it was initially met with mixed reviews and box office disappointment but has since become a cult classic.

The most universally popular sleep videos are silent or near-silent nature loops.

: A popular "no talking" style video featuring rhythmic sounds of paper handling to aid relaxation. Available on YouTube The Most CRINKLY Paper In The World