Overview
In the 1960s, Reverend Jim Jones began as an idealist helping minorities and working against racism. After a move to San Francisco and increased power and attention, Jones became focused on his belief in nuclear holocaust, declared himself a prophet, and founded the Peoples Temple. With a loyal following of over 1,000, who donated their entire life savings to him and to join his commune, he moves them to Guyana. When possible crimes come to the attention of the authorities, and once notified that some individuals are being held against their will, an investigation begins. Rather than face the charges, Jones commits suicide, and roughly 900 of his followers do the same.
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In the 1960s, Reverend Jim Jones began as an idealist helping minorities and working against racism. After a move to San Francisco and increased power and attention, Jones became focused on his belief in nuclear holocaust, declared himself a prophet, and founded the Peoples Temple. With a loyal following of over 1,000, who donated their entire life savings to him and to join his commune, he moves them to Guyana. When possible crimes come to the attention of the authorities, and once notified that some individuals are being held against their will, an investigation begins. Rather than face the charges, Jones commits suicide, and roughly 900 of his followers do the same.
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Cast & Crew
Powers Boothe
Rev. Jim Jones
Ned Beatty
Rep. Leo Ryan
Irene Cara
Alice Jefferson
Veronica Cartwright
Marceline "Marcy" Jones
Rosalind Cash
Jenny Hammond
Brad Dourif
David Langtree
Meg Foster
Jean Richie
Michael C. Gwynne
Larry King
Albert Hall
Otis Jefferson
Linda Haynes
Karen Bundy
Diane Ladd
Lynette Jones
Ron O'Neal
Col. Robles
Frequently Asked Questions
In the 1960s, Reverend Jim Jones began as an idealist helping minorities and working against racism. After a move to San Francisco and increased power and attention, Jones became focused...
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones has 1 season with 2 episodes.
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones premiered on April 15, 1980.
No, Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones has ended. The final episode aired on April 16, 1980.
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones originally aired on CBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones was created by Ernest Tidyman.
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones has a rating of 7.3/10 based on user reviews.
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones is classified as Drama, Crime.