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Season 1 – Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath

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In this hourlong docuseries, actress Leah Remini turns investigative reporter, she says, to "share the shocking truth about Scientology," the secretive, controversial church that Remini herself was a member of for years. With her personal experience acting as a driving force, Remini -- along with high-level former Scientology executives and members -- relates shocking stories of abuse and harassment alleged by ex-practitioners who claim their lives have been affected even well after they left the organization. The Church of Scientology, which has made multiple attempts to have A&E Network pull the series, refers to Remini as a "has-been actress" who's exploiting her former religion to make money.
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With the right blend of brashness and sincerity, Leah Remini puts a sympathetic face on surviving the Scientology sect.

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Brian Lowry CNN.com 12/18/2018
"Scientology and the Aftermath" pulls back that curtain, while delivering a sobering warning to those who might be susceptible to the sales pitch. Go to Full Review Melanie McFarland Salon.com 11/30/2016
Remini's overall likability is this program's most valuable asset. She's a credible guide whose genuine New York-bred personality makes someone picture having her over for a book club or poker night, and her brashness lends an unvarnished humanity. Go to Full Review Daniel Fienberg The Hollywood Reporter 11/29/2016
It's a lot of sitting around talking, interspersed with footage from fairly innocuous Scientology promotional videos and event interviews. Go to Full Review Andy Dehnart Reality Blurred 02/26/2020
Instead of piles of trash illustrating mental illness, a documentary-style reality series gives us first-person stories illustrating the abuses of an organization they once deeply trusted. Go to Full Review Mark A. Perigard Boston Herald 12/18/2018
But in taking a light to an alley few dare to tread, Remini may have given some viewers out there more than a hope and a prayer. Go to Full Review Morgan Baila Refinery29 12/18/2018
The tension between Remini's story and Scobee's experience is a driving force of Scientology & The Aftermath - as is Remini's guilt over actions she took while still a member of the church she now denounces. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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drangus f @Dangus 09/29/2022 I'm really grateful for Leah Remini and Mike Rinder. Every mormon needs to watch this show. The parallels between Scientology and Mormonism are strikingly similar. See more 09/18/2021 I've never known anything about this religion (I'm very open minded), but what I find most telling, was the Church's childish responses to any outside or inside criticism (a kindergartener could write less tit for tat responses). Coupled with so many individuals, telling the same story, of beatings, abuse, confinement, control games, retaliation, separation from loved ones, etc. If this is what liberation and enlightenment looks like, count me out! The authorities need to investigate this group, before something really bad happens. As for tax status, I don't appreciate paying for the roads they drive on to make their billons while they are abusing their parishioners. Lets open a Scientology rehab outside everyone of their centers, saying ESCAPE HERE. See more 12/28/2020 The courage to speak out, knowing full well about repercussions, impressed me. See more 06/29/2020 Open and honest account of Scientology, the Sea Org and the practices behind this money hungry, family destroying organization. Thank God for Leah, Mike and all the others that have bravely chosen to shine a light on the mistreatment of this organization's members, including molestation & abandonment of children. God help anyone who chooses to join. They are risking way too much for way too little by doing so. This is a must watch for anyone even considering joining. See more 05/10/2019 This series was a revolutionary exposé that opened my eyes to the horrors of Scientology and had me tearing up more than any show I've ever watched. This is an absolute must-see. See more 04/03/2019 The program is informative but her foul mouth spoils it and makes it hard viewing. Don't producers know blooping it out we still "hear" it. In Zimbabwe it is "blanked" out and mostly goes un-noticed See more Read all reviews
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Leah Remini

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Eli Holzman

Executive Producer

Aaron Saidman

Executive Producer

Leah Remini

Executive Producer

Alex Weresow

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 29, 2016 Disconnection Actress and ex-Scientologist Leah Remini meets with former Church of Scientology executive Amy Scobee, who shares her story of disconnection from her mother. Details Episode 2 Aired Dec 6, 2016 Fair Game Leah visits Clearwater, Fla., to hear the personal story of Mike Rinder, the former head of Scientology's Office of Special Affairs. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 13, 2016 The Bridge After ascending to high levels of spiritual enlightenment in the Church of Scientology, a woman pays a steep price for the experience. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 20, 2016 A Leader Emerges David Miscavige emerges as the leader of the Church of Scientology following the death of founder L. Ron Hubbard; three former longtime church members, including Miscavige's father, share their stories. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 27, 2016 Golden Era Marc Headley, the former event producer of the Church of Scientology's production company, reveals the truth about the many gala fundraisers organized by the church. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 3, 2017 Auditing Twin brothers and auditing prodigies find their paths diverging when one gets dismissed from the program, leading to a painful tragedy. Details Episode 7 Aired Jan 10, 2017 Enemies of the Church After Leah receives a letter from the church accusing her of provoking hate crimes, she meets with the young man whom the church says she incited; Mike asks Leah to sit down with journalists who have been hounded by the church for their reporting. Details Episode 8 Aired Jan 17, 2017 Ask Me Anything Leah and Mike Rinder host a second question-and-answer session; author Lawrence Wright ("Going Clear"); lawyer Ray Jeffrey takes on the Church of Scientology in court; author Steve Hassan's works involve cult behavior and deprogramming. Details Episode 9 Aired May 29, 2017 Merchants of Fear Leah Remini and Mike Rinder explore the historical relationship between the Church of Scientology and its often vocal critics; guests describe their experiences investigating controversial stories about the Church, and how the Church responded. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman, Leah Remini, Alex Weresow
Network
A&E
Rating
TV-14 (D|L)
Genre
Documentary, Faith & Spirituality
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 29, 2016