Children of the Cult

6.5
2021

Explores the world's most notorious and prolific cults Children of God, through the stories of three British women who escaped its clutches.

Production

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Seasons

5 Episodes • Premiered 2021

Still image for Children of the Cult season 1 episode 1: Welcome to the Family

1. Welcome to the Family

Hope, Celeste and Verity were born into a doomsday cult. These women recount their parents' stories of joining the cult and their devotion to their leader.

Still image for Children of the Cult season 1 episode 2: For Grandpa

2. For Grandpa

It’s the 1980s, and cult founder David Berg communicates with his followers while on the run. Celeste, Hope and Verity suffer sexual and physical abuse.

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3. Teen Rebels

It’s the early 1990s and authorities across the globe are closing in. Meanwhile, Verity decides she wants to leave the cult, but escaping won’t be easy.

Still image for Children of the Cult season 1 episode 4: Escaping the Family

4. Escaping the Family

Hope stages a dramatic escape from Prague and Celeste looks for a way out. But life on the outside proves tough, with many ex members spiralling into dark paths.

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5. Fighting Back

Hope and Verity secure convictions against abusers from within the Children of God. And, Celeste receives an apology letter from her worst abuser.

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