Wild Wild Country -

Premise:
“Wild Wild Country” is a six-part documentary series that explores the controversial life and times of the Indian spiritual guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (Osho), and his followers who built the Rajneeshpuram community in Oregon, USA, during the 1980s. The series delves into the initial promise of utopia, and how that vision later unraveled into a saga involving charges of immigration fraud, illegal wiretaps, and the largest bioterror attack on U.S. soil.

Main Central Characters:

Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (Osho): Indian spiritual guru around whom the community of Rajneeshpuram was formed.
Ma Anand Sheela (Self as Subject): The personal secretary to Osho, she becomes a central figure in the legal and criminal troubles that engulf the community.

Themes:
The series navigates complex themes such as religious freedom, the American dream, the limits of tolerance, and the power dynamics within spiritual communities. It probes the intricate tension between society’s right to protect itself and the individual’s right to religious freedom.

Critical Consensus Rating: 4.5/5
The series has been largely praised for its balanced storytelling and in-depth research. It has been lauded for presenting a multi-faceted view of the events, avoiding simplification. However, some critics have noted that it could delve deeper into the ideological motivations of the main characters.

TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-MA
The series has been rated TV-MA for mature audiences due to its discussion of complex legal issues, criminal activities, and adult themes. It’s not recommended for viewers under 17.

Broadcast Information:
“Wild Wild Country” originally premiered on Netflix in March 2018.

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