Paramount+ is pulling back the curtain on one of the world’s most controversial religious communities in the chilling new docuseries “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal.”
The newly released trailer offers a disturbing glimpse inside Gloriavale, a secluded Christian community that has operated under strict religious beliefs and rigid hierarchies for decades.
And based on this first look, this Paramount+ documentary series is shaping up to be one of those docuseries everyone will be talking about this summer.
You can watch the official trailer for “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” below.
Release Date & Where To Watch
- Premiere Date: Tuesday, June 2
- Streaming Platform: Paramount+
- Episodes: 3 episodes available at launch
What Is “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” About?
“Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” explores life inside Gloriavale, a secretive religious community where daily life has reportedly been governed by strict obedience, patriarchal leadership, and deeply rooted traditions for more than 50 years.
According to the official synopsis, the docuseries examines shocking allegations of sexual abuse and an alleged cover-up that threatened to shake the foundation of the community.
Former members share emotional accounts of life inside Gloriavale, while others continue to fiercely defend the faith and lifestyle they believe in.
The trailer alone gives serious real-life “The Handmaid’s Tale” energy.
Between the matching uniforms, isolated environment, and emphasis on obedience, this already feels like the kind of documentary that will leave viewers stunned.
Why This Gloriavale Documentary Will Have People Talking
What makes “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” especially compelling is its access to decades of unseen archival footage and exclusive interviews from people directly connected to the community.
The series is directed by Nicole Rittenmeyer and executive produced by Julie Christie for NHNZ.
For See It Now Studios, Susan Zirinsky and Terence Wrong serve as executive producers.
If you’re into true crime documentaries, religious cult docuseries, or stories that explore power, control, and survival, “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” definitely deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Watch The “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” Trailer
The official trailer for “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” is now available and offers a chilling first look at the hidden world inside Gloriavale.
Will you be watching “Devotion: Obedience Or Betrayal” when it premieres on Paramount+?
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It’s crazy to me that places like this actually exist. I’m not sure yet if I’ll be tuning in.