In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal

2023 · 52m · TMDB 7.7/10 (35 votes)

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About In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal

This docuseries examining the chilling true stories of four Korean leaders claiming to be prophets exposes the dark side of unquestioning belief.

Status
Ended
TMDB rating
7.7/10 from 35 votes
Seasons
1
Episodes
8

Seasons and episodes

The latest season with aired episodes is shown first. Specials are kept separate.

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JMS, God's Brides episode still
S1 E152 min

JMS, God's Brides

Jeong Myeong-seok amasses thousands of followers with his prophecies and healing powers. But women formerly close to the leader reveal a darker truth.

TMDB 8.5/10 from 6 votes

JMS, Messiah on Red Notice episode still
S1 E250 min

JMS, Messiah on Red Notice

As more reports of Jeong Myeong-seok's abuses go public, he flees and continues his work abroad. Meanwhile, his enemies face violent retaliation.

TMDB 10.0/10 from 2 votes

JMS, Messiah with Electronic Anklets episode still
S1 E351 min

JMS, Messiah with Electronic Anklets

Jeong Myeong-seok faces prison time after being arrested in China. But even after his release, former followers describe continued disturbing offenses.

TMDB 10.0/10 from 1 votes

Five Oceans, God and 32 Dead Bodies episode still
S1 E470 min

Five Oceans, God and 32 Dead Bodies

Park Soon-ja's seemingly successful company is called into question when she and 31 others are found dead, leading to an investigation into the cause.

TMDB 10.0/10 from 1 votes

The Baby Garden, On the Way to the Heaven episode still
S1 E542 min

The Baby Garden, On the Way to the Heaven

Kim Ki-soon rises to power and starts the Baby Garden commune. Former members expose the disturbing conditions within.

TMDB 10.0/10 from 1 votes

The Baby Garden of Death episode still
S1 E639 min

The Baby Garden of Death

After reports of several deaths at the Baby Garden, prosecutors take Kim Ki-soon to court. But inconsistent witness testimonies complicate the trial.

TMDB 10.0/10 from 1 votes

The Man Who Became God of Manmin episode still
S1 E740 min

The Man Who Became God of Manmin

Pastor Lee Jae-rock's miraculous healing abilities draw a large congregation to Manmin Central Church. Soon, his influence spreads internationally.

TMDB 10.0/10 from 1 votes

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S1 E845 min

God of Manmin Who Went to Prison

As his church grows in size, Lee Jae-rock solicits excessive gifts and offerings from followers. He later stands trial for charges of sexual assault.

TMDB 10.0/10 from 1 votes

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