Preaching Evil: A Wife on the Run with Warren Jeffs
An eye-opening docuseries that tells the story of polygamist cult leader Warren Jeffs through the lens of his favorite wife Naomi Jessop. The 4-episode series gives a unique perspective into one of the most notorious cults featuring an exclusive interview with Jessop, who was Jeffs' personal scribe and was by his side for every step of his dramatic rise to power and his fall from grace. The series features interviews with Jeffs' former wife Vicki Thompson and their children Wendell and Sarah, members of law enforcement who were instrumental in the raid on the Zion Ranch and the lawyers involved in Jeffs' sentencing.
- 2022-2022
- 1 season
- Peacock
- Documentary, Suspense
- TV-14
An eye-opening docuseries that tells the story of polygamist cult leader Warren Jeffs through the lens of his favorite wife Naomi Jessop. The 4-episode series gives a unique perspective into one of the most notorious cults featuring an exclusive interview with Jessop, who was Jeffs' personal scribe and was by his side for every step of his dramatic rise to power and his fall from grace. The series features interviews with Jeffs' former wife Vicki Thompson and their children Wendell and Sarah, members of law enforcement who were instrumental in the raid on the Zion Ranch and the lawyers involved in Jeffs' sentencing.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2022
Episode 1
A False Prophet Rises
Tue, Apr 26, 2022 48 mins
FLDS prophet Warren Jeffs brings wife and scribe Naomie on a quest to avoid interest from the law.
Episode 2
Heavenly Sessions
Tue, Apr 26, 2022 43 mins
Warren lands on the FBI's Most Wanted list after abusing his members, who go to the authorities.
Episode 3
The Take Down
Tue, Apr 26, 2022 50 mins
Warren controls the FLDS from prison; his legal troubles worsen when police raid his Texas compound.
Episode 4
Justice Served
Tue, Apr 26, 2022 47 mins
Warren faces life in prison; former members, including Naomie, consider life after the FLDS.
