Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle

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From charismatic preacher to monstrous cult leader. A shocking true story

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From charismatic preacher to monstrous cult leader. Discover the shocking true story of Jim Jones & 'The People's Temple,' featuring unreleased recordings & survivor testimonies.  

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Sadistic preacher Jim Jones forms The Peoples Temple cult.

Making of a Madman

Sadistic preacher Jim Jones forms The Peoples Temple after an unusual childhood. Members are captivated; his lust for power becomes unstoppable.

Jim Jones moves his Temple to Jonestown, trapping followers.

On the Run

The press exposes the dark side of Jim Jones, causing a mass exodus to Jonestown. His followers soon realise it's not the utopia their leader promised.

A hero threatens Jonestown. Jim Jones plans his final stand.

Under Siege

A heroic congressman travels to Jonestown; Temple members plot their escape. Jim Jones realises the walls are closing in and plans his final stand.

Mass murder in Jonestown; survivors cope with the aftermath.

Death in the Promised Land

The world learns about mass murder/suicide in Jonestown, orchestrated by cult leader Jim Jones. Survivors try to piece their lives back together.

Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle

1. Making of a Madman

1. Making of a Madman

2. On the Run

2. On the Run

3. Under Siege

3. Under Siege

4. Death in the Promised Land

4. Death in the Promised Land