Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle
Released 40 years after the events of the 1978 Jonestown mass murder-suicide that killed more than 900 Americans, this four-part documentary tells the history of the the Peoples Temple religious group. It follows the group's leader Reverend Jim Jones from his roots as a charismatic preacher and civil rights advocate in Indiana into a narcissistic demagogue who led the biggest mass suicide in U.S. history. The story is based on the 2017 book by "Road to Jonestown" by Jeff Guinn.
- 2018-2018
- 1 season
- AMC
- Documentary, Suspense, Drama
- TV-14
Released 40 years after the events of the 1978 Jonestown mass murder-suicide that killed more than 900 Americans, this four-part documentary tells the history of the the Peoples Temple religious group. It follows the group's leader Reverend Jim Jones from his roots as a charismatic preacher and civil rights advocate in Indiana into a narcissistic demagogue who led the biggest mass suicide in U.S. history. The story is based on the 2017 book by "Road to Jonestown" by Jeff Guinn.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
Making of a Madman
Sat, Nov 17, 2018 42 mins
Jim Jones forms The Peoples Temple. Members are captivated; his lust for power becomes unstoppable. The press exposes the dark side of Jim Jones causing a mass exodus to Jonestown. His followers soon realize it's not the utopia their leader promised.
Episode 2
On the Run
Sat, Nov 17, 2018 42 mins
A congressman travels to Jonestown; Temple members plot their escape. Jim Jones realizes the walls are closing in and plans a final stand. The world learns about the mass murder/suicide in Jonestown. Survivors try to piece their lives back together.
Episode 3
Under Siege
Sun, Nov 18, 2018 42 mins
A heroic congressman travels to Jonestown; Temple members plot their escape. Jim Jones realizes the walls are closing in and plans his final stand.
Episode 4
Death in the Promised Land
Sun, Nov 18, 2018 42 mins
The world learns about mass murder/suicide in Jonestown, orchestrated by cult leader Jim Jones. Survivors try to piece their lives back together.