Krishnas: Gurus. Karma. Murder
When an Indian Swami gives a lost generation of Americans a new message of love, the Hare Krishna religion is born. But when the Swami dies without finishing his mission, an American Guru tries to seize control of the movement, leading to accusations of racketeering and murder, and the investigations of a West Virginia Sheriff's Detective, the LAPD, and the FBI. It is an epic American tale about charismatic personalities that offer divine light and Krishna devotees who discover their movement has been corrupted by greed, lust for power, and vengeance.
- 2023-2023
- 1 season
- Peacock
- Documentary
- TV-14
When an Indian Swami gives a lost generation of Americans a new message of love, the Hare Krishna religion is born. But when the Swami dies without finishing his mission, an American Guru tries to seize control of the movement, leading to accusations of racketeering and murder, and the investigations of a West Virginia Sheriff's Detective, the LAPD, and the FBI. It is an epic American tale about charismatic personalities that offer divine light and Krishna devotees who discover their movement has been corrupted by greed, lust for power, and vengeance.
Season 1 Episode Guide
3 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
Renegade Rising
Tue, Oct 24, 2023 51 mins
As Swami Prabhupada expands the Hare Krishna religion across America, renegade disciple Keith Ham rises within the movement; a rebellious devotee disappears.
Episode 2
Palace of Gold
Tue, Oct 24, 2023 52 mins
Detective Westfall searches for a missing devotee who may have been murdered; Guru Keith Ham raises millions to build the palace of gold.
Episode 3
Reckoning at New Vrindaban
Tue, Oct 24, 2023 53 mins
A Krishna Devotee writes a book exposing Guru Keith Ham and is killed, leading to a murder trial; years of sexual abuse are exposed; Gurus begin to resign.