The Way Down: God, Greed, and the Cult of Gwen Shamblin

Follows the Remnant Fellowship Church, exploring the fame and power of its leader Gwen Shambling Lara as a diet guru and church leader, and the truth behind her carefully-curated image, detailing the churchs controversial practices.

2021 HD 40min TV-MA United States English

Gwen Shamblin Lara Joe Lara Natasha Pavlovich Megan Cox Helen Byrd Rafael Martinez Gina Wilson Rachel Phillips

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S1E1 - The Kingdom 2021-09-30

A deadly plane crash draws public attention to the Remnant Fellowship, a Christian-diet-program-turned-church, and its infamous leader, Gwen Shamblin Lara.

S1E2 - A Family Affair 2021-09-30

Gwen’s divorce and prompt remarriage to struggling actor/musician Joe Lara raise questions about the odd couple’s checkered past – and the church’s finances.

S1E3 - Seen But Not Heard 2021-09-30

When two Remnant members are charged with murder, Gwen rallies her congregation to defend against claims of abuse. As former church members recount their chilling experiences, another tragedy threatens to upend the future of the church.

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