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The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story

Series Overview

Follows the Andrea Yates case, exploring how a rogue street preacher's fire-and-brimstone teachings allegedly brought the vulnerable Texas mother under his control, leading to the drowning of her five children in 2001.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedDocumentary
Original Network
Investigation Discovery
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

Air Date Window

2026 – 2026

Premiered: Tue, Jan 6, 2026

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Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jan 6, 2026

Season 1, Episode 3: “Revelation”

A preacher’s power sways the Yates verdict — and justice is never the same.

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The Cult Behind The Killer: The Andrea Yates Story | Official Trailer | IDOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2025-12-10

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director of Photography

Claudia Raschke

Film Editing

Matt Morris, Adrian Murray

Producers

Elli Hakami, Julian P. Hobbs, Meredith Russell, Lorna Thomas, Frankie Newton

Department Leadership Roster

Elli Hakami

Producer

Julian P. Hobbs

Producer

Meredith Russell

Producer

Frankie Newton

Producer

Chris Trent

Producer

Claudia Raschke

Director of Photography

Matt Morris

Editor

Adrian Murray

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
United Kingdom (BBFC)12

Suitable only for 12 years and over.

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What is The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story about?

Follows the Andrea Yates case, exploring how a rogue street preacher's fire-and-brimstone teachings allegedly brought the vulnerable Texas mother under his control, leading to the drowning of her five children in 2001.

How many seasons does The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story have?

The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story?

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