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Cult Massacre: One Day in Jonestown

Summary The three-part documentary directed by Marian Mohamed about the 1978 murder-suicide of over 900 people in Jonestown, Guyana features archival footage as well as interviews with former Rep. Jackie Speier (who was an aide to Rep. Tom Ryan), Jim Jones' son Stephan Jones, reporters, and former Peoples Temple members. [Premiered on Hulu 17...

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Cult Massacre: One Day in Jonestown

Season 1 Premiere: Jun 17, 2024
Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 4 Critic Reviews
79
User Score Generally Favorable Based on 7 User Ratings
7.9
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Summary The three-part documentary directed by Marian Mohamed about the 1978 murder-suicide of over 900 people in Jonestown, Guyana features archival footage as well as interviews with former Rep. Jackie Speier (who was an aide to Rep. Tom Ryan), Jim Jones' son Stephan Jones, reporters, and former Peoples Temple members. [Premiered on Hulu 17...

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80
Jun 18, 2024
The most compelling elements in "Cult Massacre," which is a riveting experience overall, are the survivor interviews.
By John Anderson FULL REVIEW
80
Jun 18, 2024
While you may know the story of the Jonestown massacre, Cult Massacre: One Day In Jonestown brings it to life in a new way, with lots of vivid recollections by people who were there.
By Joel Keller FULL REVIEW
78
Jun 18, 2024
An up-close-and-personal portrait of Jonestown’s downfall.
By Nick Schager FULL REVIEW
75
Jun 18, 2024
Director Marian Mohamed uses the wealth of footage that was filmed days before, during and after the massacre in Jonestown, Guyana, that left more than 900 dead, to construct a ticking-clock, real-time thriller that brings the tragedy to a whole new modern audience.
By G. Allen Johnson FULL REVIEW

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Production Company:
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  • National Geographic
Initial Release Date: Jun 17, 2024
Number of seasons: 1 Season
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