Children of the Cult
Explores the world's most notorious and prolific cults Children of God, through the stories of three British women who escaped its clutches.
- 2021-2021
- 1 season
- Discovery+
- Documentary
Explores the world's most notorious and prolific cults Children of God, through the stories of three British women who escaped its clutches.
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2021
Episode 1
Welcome to the Family
Sat, Aug 21, 2021 60 mins
Hope, Celeste and Verity were born into a doomsday cult. These women recount their parents' stories of joining the cult and their devotion to their leader.
Episode 2
For Grandpa
Sat, Aug 21, 2021 60 mins
It is the 1980s, and cult founder David Berg communicates with his followers while on the run. Celeste, Hope and Verity suffer sexual and physical abuse.
Episode 3
Teen Rebels
Sat, Aug 21, 2021 60 mins
It is the early 1990s and authorities across the globe are closing in. Meanwhile, Verity decides she wants to leave the cult, but escaping won't be easy.
Episode 4
Escaping the Family
Sat, Aug 21, 2021 60 mins
Hope stages a dramatic escape from Prague and Celeste looks for a way out. But life on the outside proves tough, with many ex members spiralling into dark paths.
Episode 5
Fighting Back
Sat, Aug 21, 2021 60 mins
Hope and Verity secure convictions against abusers from within the Children of God. And, Celeste receives an apology letter from her worst abuser.