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The Best Episodes of Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1

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Every episode of Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1!

The Best Episodes of Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle Season 1

Documentary series that examines the Jonestown Massacre 40 years later.

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  1. 8.2/10(68 votes)

    #1 - Death in the Promised Land

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

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  2. 8.1/10(69 votes)

    #2 - Under Siege

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

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  3. 7.8/10(81 votes)

    #3 - On the Run

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    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.

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  4. 7.6/10(92 votes)

    #4 - Making of a Madman

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    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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Death in the Promised Land" is the best rated episode of "Jonestown: Terror in the Jungle" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 68 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 11/18/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Under Siege".