Waco: The Aftermath
Five-part drama series portraying the searing aftermath of the disastrous FBI 1993 standoff at the Branch Davidian compound – an event that helped radicalize Timothy McVeigh, Terry Nichols and many others. For better or for worse, the actions and decisions of that fateful spring galvanized American militia movements and helped catalyze events that led up to the Oklahoma City Bombing.
- Metascore52
- 2023-2023
- 1 season
- Showtime Networks
- Suspense, Drama, Documentary
- TV-14
Five-part drama series portraying the searing aftermath of the disastrous FBI 1993 standoff at the Branch Davidian compound – an event that helped radicalize Timothy McVeigh, Terry Nichols and many others. For better or for worse, the actions and decisions of that fateful spring galvanized American militia movements and helped catalyze events that led up to the Oklahoma City Bombing.
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
Truths and Consequences
Fri, Apr 14, 2023 43 mins
In the wake of the deadly siege at Waco, FBI negotiator Gary Noesner contends with finger pointing, and his own guilt. With national tensions flying high, the surviving Branch Davidians arrive in court where their trial is set to begin. A flashback reveals the moment that a young Vernon Howell arrives at Mount Carmel, before he would become the infamous David Koresh. Series premiere.
Episode 2
A Common Enemy
Fri, Apr 21, 2023 40 mins
Courtroom testimony grows heated as both sides argue over who shot first. Gary and Angie discover some intriguing information during a stakeout at an Aryan Nation flophouse. Vernon and Lois return from their pilgrimage, and Vernon shares his vision. Gary pleads with FBI brass to take the domestic terror threat seriously.
Episode 3
The Gospel According to Livingstone Fagan
Fri, Apr 28, 2023 46 mins
Cogdell tells his team about a strange encounter, and later has a meeting with a man who might not be as crazy as he seems. Gary finds a clue that leads him to a disturbing confrontation, and later asks for help from an unlikely source. Vernon invites Livingstone to join him in Texas, and later makes a declaration with huge repercussions.
Episode 4
Conspiracy
Fri, May 5, 2023 48 mins
Carol infiltrates Elohim City, where there is a chilling undercurrent about an imminent war. Cogdell has multiple wins during cross examinations but is unsure whether it will be enough. Carol struggles to keep her cover at Elohim City. Vernon's battle for control over Mount Carmel takes a perilous turn.
Episode 5
Reckoning
Fri, May 12, 2023 51 mins
Gary finds himself under a ticking clock, hoping to prevent another disaster. The Branch Davidian trial concludes. Vernon returns to Mount Carmel, now the self-appointed prophet, David Koresh. Series finale.
