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

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Network:SundanceTV

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!

Documentary series that examines the Jonestown Massacre 40 years later.
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4
Avg. Rating
7.9
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  • Death in the Promised Land
    8.2/10(65)
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    #1 - Death in the Promised Land

    Season 1 Episode 4

    Aired 11/18/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

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  • Under Siege
    8.1/10(66)
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    #2 - Under Siege

    Season 1 Episode 3

    Aired 11/18/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

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  • On the Run
    7.8/10(78)
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    #3 - On the Run

    Season 1 Episode 2

    Aired 11/17/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

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  • Making of a Madman
    7.6/10(89)
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    #4 - Making of a Madman

    Season 1 Episode 1

    Aired 11/17/2018

    Sadistic preacher Jim Jones forms the Peoples Temple after an unusual childhood; the cult's members are captivated; Jones' lust for power becomes unstoppable.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

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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 65 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".