Series·2018·TV-MA·1 season

Wild Wild Country

DocumentaryCrime

When a controversial cult leader builds a utopian city in the Oregon desert, conflict with the locals escalates into a national scandal.

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Part 1E1 · 64 min

Under the watchful eye of his secretary, Ma Anand Sheela, spiritual guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh relocates his ashram from India to Oregon in 1981.

Part 2E2 · 65 min

The Bhagwan's flamboyant followers irk the tight-knit locals, who pursue legal action against the commune. But Sheela retaliates with a cunning plan.

Part 3E3 · 67 min

Sheela emerges as a provocative spokeswoman. As Election Day approaches, the Rajneeshees recruit thousands of homeless people to fortify their ranks.

Part 4E4 · 69 min

Local officials try to build a case against the Rajneeshees. When Sheela's thirst for power turns violent, the Bhagwan finally breaks his silence.

Part 5E5 · 66 min

The bitter feud between Sheela and the Bhagwan divides the community -- and opens the door for the FBI. At the ranch, a task force amasses evidence.

Part 6E6 · 72 min

The Bhagwan flees the ranch. Sheela and several followers are arrested in Germany. The Bhagwan's devotees -- and his enemies -- reflect on his legacy.

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5 credited

Ma Anand Sheela
Ma Anand SheelaSelf
Jane Stork
Jane StorkSelf
Jon Bowerman
Jon BowermanSelf
Ma Prem Sunshine
Ma Prem SunshineSelf
Philip Toelkes
Philip ToelkesSelf

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