How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps
Synopsis
Crippled by a mountain of student debt, a recent college graduate devises a wild plan to turn his life around - by creating his own religion. Inspired by the lavish lifestyle of the town's charismatic priest, this quirky, relatable underdog sets off on a hilariously chaotic adventure that snowballs beyond anything he ever imagined.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Golden Door Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 21, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wes Clark
- Screenplay & Story
- Wes Clark
- Original Title
- How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- 741 Films, Odd Man Out Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wes Clark
Wes Clark
Wes Clark, Darren Cogan, Sonny Marler, Oden Roberts, Keith Rosmarin
Department Leadership Roster
Wes Clark
Director
Wes Clark
Writer
Wes Clark
Producer
Oden Roberts
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps
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What is How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps about?
Crippled by a mountain of student debt, a recent college graduate devises a wild plan to turn his life around - by creating his own religion. Inspired by the lavish lifestyle of the town's charismatic priest, this quirky, relatable underdog sets off on a hilariously chaotic adventure that snowballs beyond anything he ever imagined.
Who directed How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps?
How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps was directed by Wes Clark.
Who stars in How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps?
The principal cast of How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps includes Lew Temple, Haulston Mann, Kathy A. Bates, Del Alan Murphy, Vince Eisenson.
When was How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps released and how long is it?
How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps?
How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).