Helter Skelter: An American Myth

Helter Skelter: An American Myth

You think you know the story... you don't.

TV-MA 2020 · 1 season · 6 eps · ★ 6.7 · Documentary, Crime

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The untold story behind cult leader Charles Manson and his followers' heinous crimes as told through interviews with former members, archival footage, and newly-unearthed images.

Directed by Lesley Chilcott

Network: Epix

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