Shiny Happy People
Series Overview
A limited docuseries exposing the truth beneath the wholesome Americana surface of reality tv’s favorite mega-family, The Duggars, and the radical organization behind them: The Institute in Basic Life Principles. As details of the family and their scandals unfold, we realize they’re part of an insidious, much larger threat already in motion, with democracy itself in peril.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 7 Episodes
2023 – Present
Premiered: Thu, Jun 1, 2023
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 3: “BattleCry”
Teen Mania goes to new extremes with BattleCry, a hyper-militant culture war campaign. An evangelical pied piper, Luce leads the children into politically volatile protests. Meanwhile, interns collapse under grueling conditions and alumni begin speaking out, leading to Teen Mani's explosive demise. But the army Ron trained fights on, with devastating consequences still unfolding today.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-05-18
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicole Newnham, Cori Shepherd Stern
Julia Pontecorvo, Allison Glock-Cooper, Yusef Alsuhaimi, Eric Cook, Lauren Andrade
Department Leadership Roster
Julia Pontecorvo
Producer
Allison Glock-Cooper
Producer
Yusef Alsuhaimi
Producer
Nicole Newnham
Director
Cori Shepherd Stern
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
18+ Restricted to Adults.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
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What is Shiny Happy People about?
A limited docuseries exposing the truth beneath the wholesome Americana surface of reality tv’s favorite mega-family, The Duggars, and the radical organization behind them: The Institute in Basic Life Principles. As details of the family and their scandals unfold, we realize they’re part of an insidious, much larger threat already in motion, with democracy itself in peril.
How many seasons does Shiny Happy People have?
Shiny Happy People comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Shiny Happy People?
Key cast members in Shiny Happy People include Amy King, Dillon King, Jeff Sharlet.
Who created or directed Shiny Happy People?
Shiny Happy People was developed and directed by Nicole Newnham, Cori Shepherd Stern.