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The Best Episodes of Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle

Every episode of Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle!

Binge this in 2h 50m•Peaking at 8.2/10

Documentary series that examines the Jonestown Massacre 40 years later.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1 Episode 3 - Under Siege
    8.2/10(72 votes)

    #1 - Under Siege

    S1:E3

    A heroic congressman travels to Jonestown; Temple members plot their escape; Jim Jones realizes the walls are closing in and plans his final stand.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1 Episode 4 - Death in the Promised Land
    8.2/10(71 votes)

    #2 - Death in the Promised Land

    S1:E4

    The world learns about the mass murder-suicide in Jonestown, orchestrated by cult leader Jim Jones; survivors try to piece their lives back together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1 Episode 2 - On the Run
    7.8/10(84 votes)

    #3 - On the Run

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1 Episode 1 - Making of a Madman
    7.6/10(96 votes)

    #4 - Making of a Madman

    S1:E1

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Under Siege" is the best rated episode of "Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle". It scored 8.2/10 based on 72 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/18/2018. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Death in the Promised Land".