Cult Massacre: One Day In Jonestown on SBS Viceland and SBS on Demand S1E1 and S1E2 – The story of an idealistic religious organisation led by the infamous Jim Jones, who set out to establish a utopian community in Guyana.
What began as a peaceful movement seeking social justice ultimately spiralled into a mass casualty event that left 918 dead. Told by survivors and eyewitnesses, the series gives an immersive look into the final harrowing hours leading up to one of America’s darkest chapters.
In the tumultuous 1970s America, Jim Jones is a charismatic church leader, preaching social justice to his growing, diverse congregation. To escape the inequities of the U.S., he sets up Jonestown, a utopian commune in the Guyanese jungle, but shocking rumours of abuse make their way to California’s Rep. Leo Ryan and reporters. Within 24 hours of visiting, they discover their presence is unwelcome.
Series One, Episode One: The Promised Land
Jim Jones moves his congregation to the jungle, but rumours of abuse emerge.
Series One, Episode Two: How Very Much I’ve Loved You
Jonestown tensions rise, the Congressman is attacked and his group flees.
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