How to Become a Cult Leader (2023)

Crime · Documentary

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.

IMDb rating: 6.7 (2,856 votes)
Episode average: 6.8 ↑ +0.1 vs IMDb
Seasons: 1
Streaming (US): Netflix
Language: EN
Type: TV series

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Ratings refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · 1 season indexed

Cast

Peter Dinklage Narrator (voice)

Seasons

Season 1 (2023)

6.83 avg 6 episodes 6.7 → 6.8 31 min avg

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	Build Your Foundation	6.7	184
2	Grow Your Flock	6.9	149
3	Reform Their Minds	6.8	142
4	Promise Eternity	6.9	129
5	Control Your Image	6.9	120
6	Become Immortal	6.8	114