Shiny Happy People

A sobering, methodical exposé that feels like watching a slow-motion train wreck of hidden abuse and systemic control.

Created by

Cori Shepherd Stern, Julia Willoughby Nason

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Jill Dillard, Derick Dillard, Jen Sutphin

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.

How it feels

Dark, bleak, tense and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Corruption, power, trauma, faith

Content

Strong sexual content. Mild violence and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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