Episode 1
Making of a Madman
43m7.0 / 10
Sadistic preacher Jim Jones forms the Peoples Temple after an unusual childhood; the cult's members are captivated; Jones' lust for power becomes unstoppable.
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TV series
Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle
2018TV-141 season6.8 / 10
Minister. Messiah. Monster.
Documentary series that examines the Jonestown Massacre 40 years later.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle premiered November 17, 2018. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Documentary series that examines the Jonestown Massacre 40 years later.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
On the Run
42m7.0 / 10
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.
Where to watch Jonestown: Terror in the JungleEpisode 3
Under Siege
42m9.0 / 10
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 credits
Guest stars Leo J. Ryan, Jackie Speier
Episode 4
Death in the Promised Land
43m9.0 / 10finale
The world learns about the mass murder-suicide in Jonestown, orchestrated by cult leader Jim Jones; survivors try to piece their lives back together.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jackie Speier
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Available now in United States
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More about Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle
Cast
Jim JonesSelf (archive footage)
Leo J. RyanSelf (archive footage)
Jackie SpeierSelfProduction details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 4
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
SundanceTVUnited States
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