Go inside insidious modern-day cults through the unique lens of members who endured unspeakable trauma and the shocking investigations into these oppressive groups. With detailed, firsthand accounts from former cult members, their loved ones, and the investigators who helped bring these tormentors to justice.
Cast: Tamron Hall
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Season 1
10 episodes
1. Tony Alamo Christian AcademyAs a teen in the Tony Alamo cult, Desiree becomes one of Alamo’s sex slaves. With investigators desperate for proof of his horrific crimes, Desiree holds the key to bringing him down. But first, she must survive a dangerous escape.TV-14CC43minFeb 20, 2025
2. Angel's LandingFor Sara, Lou Castro is an angel with heavenly powers over life and death. But when a string of his devoted followers dies under mysterious circumstances, detectives must uncover Castro's shocking true identity while Sara plots her escape.TV-14CC43minFeb 20, 2025
3. Word of LifeFor Kristel Leonard, the Word of Life dictates every aspect of her life. But when ruthless new pastor Tiffanie Irwin takes over, Kristel tries to leave her iron grip, leading to deadly and horrifying consequences for those closest to her.TV-14CC43minFeb 27, 2025
4. Nuwaubian NationLooking for a better life, Habiybah's family joins a new Black-led cult, the Nuwaubian Nation. But when their narcissistic leader, Dwight York uses his powers to commit horrific crimes, she knows the only way out is to go deeper in.TV-14CC43minMar 6, 2025
5. The PilgrimsAs the oldest daughter of family-cult leader Papa Pilgrim, Elishaba is the primary target of his rage and lust. His torment escalates when the entire group moves to Alaska, where she must survive a bold escape through the frigid wilderness.TV-14CC43minMar 13, 2025
6. La Luz Del MundoAs a devoted member of La Luz Del Mundo, Alethea obeys her apostle Samuel Flores, becoming his sex slave. But when other brave women reveal their own horrific abuses, it leads to a dramatic arrest, an intense trial, and a harrowing escape.TV-14CC43minMar 20, 2025
7. Yearning for Zion / FLDSWhen Warren Jeffs is arrested for unspeakable crimes his son Wendell and 8th wife Vicky are caught between their sadistic cult and the investigators trying to bring it down. Escaping Warren's physical and mental hold is their only way out.TV-14CC43minMar 27, 2025
8. NXIVM / The VowA look into insidious modern-day cults through the lens of members who endured trauma and investigations into the oppressive groups.TV-14CC43minApr 3, 2025
9. The Bergholz ClanJohnny flees when his cult turns into a violent gang.TV-14CC43minApr 10, 2025
10. The House of YahwehA look into insidious modern-day cults through the lens of members who endured trauma and investigations into the oppressive groups.TV-14CC43minApr 17, 2025
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Go inside insidious modern-day cults through the unique lens of members who endured unspeakable trauma and the shocking investigations into these oppressive groups. With detailed, firsthand accounts from former cult members, their loved ones, and the investigators who helped bring these tormentors to justice.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- David Karabinas, Brad Bernstein, Greg Spring, Ivy Brown
- Cast
- Tamron Hall
- Studio
- Spring Theory, Texas Crew Productions
