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Wild Wild Country (2018)

★ 7.7 67m/ep Documentary · Crime Latest: S1 E06

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

Cast
Ma Anand Sheela, Jane Stork, Jon Bowerman, Ma Prem Sunshine, Philip Toelkes
Country
United States of America
First aired
March 16, 2018

Seasons

  • Limited Series · 6 episodes

Limited Series Episodes

  1. 1. Part 1

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

  2. 2. Part 2

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

  3. 3. Part 3

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

  4. 4. Part 4

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

  5. 5. Part 5

    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.

  6. 6. Part 6

    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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