Helter Skelter: An American Myth

Helter Skelter: An American Myth

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

Genres

DocumentaryCrime

OverView

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.

Others

Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

6.667/10

Release Date

02 May 2025

Country

United States of America

Cast

Charles Manson

Charles Manson

Self (archive footage)

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