Episodes
Episode 1
Manson Family Murders
In the 1960s Charles Manson enticed women to live with him in a Californian desert commune. He ordered his followers to commit a string of gruesome murders.
Episode 2
Heaven's Gate
In 1997, Heaven's Gate leader, Marshall Applewhite convinced 39 people to end their lives. Two survivors tell their experience of the largest mass suicide in the US.
Episode 3
The Sinful Messiah
In 2014 a severed limb draws attention to The Work, an apocalyptic cult led by 'Sinful Messiah', Julius Shacknow, who demanded terrible sacrifices from followers.
Episode 4
The Movement Of God
Sam Fife inspired a global network of nondenominational Christians. Survivors and victims recount the violent exorcisms, beatings and brainwashing they endured.
Episode 5
Children Of God
David Berg's Children of God cult attracted thousands of followers, including the late River Phoenix's family. But its message of free love became sinister.
Episode 6
Word Of Faith
Lost souls flock to the Word of Faith Fellowship, led by Pastor Jane Whaley. But deliverance comes at a price, including physical and psychological abuse.
