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The Best Episodes of Trust Me: The False Prophet Season 1

Every episode of Trust Me: The False Prophet Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Trust Me: The False Prophet Season 1!

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In this true-crime documentary, a cult expert and filmmaker infiltrate a polygamist sect to expose a self-proclaimed prophet and bring him to justice.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Trust Me: The False Prophet Season 1 Episode 1 - And That's How We Met Sam Bateman
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - And That's How We Met Sam Bateman

    S1:E1

    After moving to an FLDS community, a cult expert and her husband grow suspicious about a man named Sam Bateman. They decide to secretly investigate him.

    Director:Rachel Dretzin
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Trust Me: The False Prophet Season 1 Episode 2 - The Prophet, the Queen and a Camera
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - The Prophet, the Queen and a Camera

    S1:E2

    As Christine and Tolga gather evidence, they beg local police to act. While Sam manipulates his followers to gain control, one woman realizes the truth.

    Director:Rachel Dretzin
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Trust Me: The False Prophet Season 1 Episode 3 - He Wore a High Paranoia
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - He Wore a High Paranoia

    S1:E3

    A witness opens up to Christine about Sam's horrific crimes. After an alarming traffic stop in Flagstaff, the FBI prepares to take down the Samuelites.

    Director:Rachel Dretzin
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Trust Me: The False Prophet Season 1 Episode 4 - I See That Girl in Third Person
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - I See That Girl in Third Person

    S1:E4

    A dramatic raid puts Sam behind bars, where he orchestrates a brazen kidnapping. With Christine's support, his ex-followers begin to rebuild their lives.

    Director:Rachel Dretzin
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"And That's How We Met Sam Bateman" is the best rated episode of "Trust Me: The False Prophet" season 1. It scored 6.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Rachel Dretzin and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/8/2026. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Prophet, the Queen and a Camera".