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Shiny Happy People

2023 to present Documentary 2 seasons

TMDB rating 7.5/10 Between seasons

A limited docuseries exposing the truth beneath the wholesome Americana surface of reality tv’s favorite mega-family, The Duggars, and the radical organization behind them: The Institute in Basic Life Principles. As details of the family and their scandals unfold, we realize they’re part of an insidious, much larger threat already in motion, with democracy itself in peril.

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  • A limited docuseries exposing the truth beneath the wholesome Americana surface of reality tv's favorite mega-family, The Duggars, and the radical organization behind them: The Institute in Basic Life Principles. As details of the family and their scandals unfold, we realize they’re part of an insidious, much larger threat already in motion, with democracy itself in peril.

    All episodes available

    TMDB rating 8.6/10

  • Teen Mania captivated a generation of fervent evangelical Millennial kids with adrenaline-fueled, ecstatic religious experiences through "Acquire the Fire" rallies. But beneath the glittering surface lurked sadistic boot camps, staged martyrdom drills, and fascism disguised as faith - transforming innocent teens into fanatical soldiers, with devastating consequences still unfolding today.

    All episodes available

    TMDB rating 10.0/10

Cast and details

  • Amy King
  • Dillon KingSelf - Amy’s Husband
  • Jill DillardSelf - Member of the Duggar Family
  • Derick DillardSelf - Jill’s Husband
  • Jen SutphinSelf - YouTube Creator, Fundie Fridays
  • Kristin Kobes Du MezSelf - Author; Professor, Calvin University
  • Josh PeaseSelf - Pastor, Journalist
  • Brooke ArnoldSelf - Ex-IBLP
  • Jeff Sharlet
  • Deanna DuggarSelf - Jim Bob Duggar’s Sister
  • Jim HoltSelf - Duggar Family Friends
  • Bobye HoltSelf - Duggar Family Friends
Network
Prime Video
First aired
Jun 1, 2023
Latest episode
Jul 23, 2025

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