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How to Become a Cult Leader

2023 · 45m per ep · TV-MA · English · United States of America

Look inside the cult leader's playbook for achieving unconditional love, endless devotion and the power to control people's minds, bodies, and souls. Disguised as a guidebook for capturing a devoted cult following, this docuseries takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the rise of six famed flock leaders.

6.9(48 reviews)

3.1813% popularity

At a glance

Details

First air date: Jul 28, 2023
Last air date: Jul 28, 2023
Status: Ended
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 6
Episode runtime: 45m
Original language: English
Country: United States of America
Network / platform: Netflix
Creator / showrunner: —
Certification: TV-MA
Production companies: Citizen Jones, Estuary Films

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Keywords

cultminiseriestongue in cheekcult leader

Seasons & episodes

Cast

Peter Dinklage

Narrator (voice)

Media

Reviews & ratings

6.9

48 community reviews

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Alex Rivera5.9/103/18/2026
Binge-worthy
Every episode leaves you wanting more. The character arcs are exceptional.
52 found helpful
JK
Jordan Kim6.9/103/14/2026
Peak television
One of the best shows in its genre — tightly written and beautifully acted.
44 found helpful
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Sam Patel7.9/103/10/2026
Must-watch series
The season finales alone are worth the watch.
36 found helpful
ML
Morgan Lee5.9/103/6/2026
Brilliant writing
Gripping from the first scene. Already recommending to everyone.
28 found helpful
CW
Casey Wong6.9/103/2/2026
Slow burn payoff
Takes a few episodes to hit stride, then it's unstoppable.
20 found helpful