Wild Wild Country
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DocumentaryCrime
When a controversial cult leader builds a utopian city in the Oregon desert, conflict with the locals escalates into a national scandal.
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1Episode 1Part 1
64 min
Under the watchful eye of his secretary, Ma Anand Sheela, spiritual guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh relocates his ashram from India to Oregon in 1981.
2Episode 2Part 2
65 min
The Bhagwan's flamboyant followers irk the tight-knit locals, who pursue legal action against the commune. But Sheela retaliates with a cunning plan.
3Episode 3Part 3
67 min
Sheela emerges as a provocative spokeswoman. As Election Day approaches, the Rajneeshees recruit thousands of homeless people to fortify their ranks.
4Episode 4Part 4
69 min
Local officials try to build a case against the Rajneeshees. When Sheela's thirst for power turns violent, the Bhagwan finally breaks his silence.
5Episode 5Part 5
66 min
The bitter feud between Sheela and the Bhagwan divides the community -- and opens the door for the FBI. At the ranch, a task force amasses evidence.
6Episode 6Part 6
72 min
The Bhagwan flees the ranch. Sheela and several followers are arrested in Germany. The Bhagwan's devotees -- and his enemies -- reflect on his legacy.
Actors
Ma Anand Sheela
Self
Jane Stork
Self
Jon Bowerman
Self
Ma Prem Sunshine
Self
Philip Toelkes
Self
Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh
Self (archive footage)
George Meredith
Self (archive footage)
Krishna Devi
Self (archive footage)
