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The Program: Cons, Cults, and Kidnapping

The Program: Cons, Cults, and Kidnapping

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The Program: Cons, Cults, and Kidnapping

2024

1 Seasons

3 Episodes

7.5(47 votes)

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Documentary

Overview

Years after being sent to a disciplinary school, a woman still haunted by her experiences exposes the corruption and abuse of the troubled teen industry.

Where to Watch

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Netflix

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Production Companies

Fishbowl Films

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

1 featured cast member

Starring

Katherine Kubler

Self

Creative team

Showrunner: Diane Becker
Melanie Miller
Produced by: Brooke Workneh

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