Wild Wild Country

Overview

A controversial guru establishes a utopian community in the Oregon desert, attracting both fervent followers and fierce opposition from local residents. Tensions mount as the clash between the cult and the townspeople spirals into a nationwide controversy, drawing attention to issues of freedom, belief, and the clash of cultures. As the situation intensifies, the unfolding drama reveals the complexities of human nature and the lengths people will go to protect their ideals, ultimately challenging perceptions of community and leadership.

Episodes

• 1
  

  Part 1

  In 1981, under the careful supervision of his secretary Ma Anand Sheela, spiritual leader Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh moves his ashram from India to Oregon...

  Mar 16, 2018
• 2
  

  Part 2

  The Bhagwan’s vibrant devotees annoy the close-knit community, prompting them to take legal measures against the commune. In response, Sheela devise...

  Mar 16, 2018
• 3
  

  Part 3

  Sheela steps into the spotlight as a bold and outspoken representative. With Election Day drawing near, the Rajneeshees begin enlisting thousands of h...

  Mar 16, 2018
• 4
  

  Part 4

  Local authorities work to gather evidence against the Rajneeshees. As Sheela’s hunger for control escalates into brutality, the Bhagwan finally spea...

  Mar 16, 2018
• 5
  

  Part 5

  The intense rivalry between Sheela and the Bhagwan fractures the community, creating an opportunity for the FBI to step in. Meanwhile, at the ranch, a...

  Mar 16, 2018
• 6
  

  Part 6

  The Bhagwan escapes from the ranch, prompting the arrest of Sheela and a number of her followers in Germany. As the situation unfolds, both the Bhagwa...

  Mar 16, 2018