Discovery Channel is set to premiere a thrilling six-part limited series, “The Garden: Commune or Cult,” taking audiences deep into the mysterious world of The Garden, an off-grid community that gained viral attention due to disturbing allegations. The two-hour premiere is scheduled for Sunday, October 29 at 9 PM ET/PT.
Located on 22 acres of secluded backcountry land in the American South, The Garden operates under its own laws, free from the pressures of modern society. While they maintain an open-door policy for those seeking to join, potential members must go through an initiation period. However, not all candidates succeed, and only a chosen few will become permanent residents. The controversial community has faced accusations of exhibiting cult-like behavior, prompting questions about its true nature.
In a groundbreaking move, cameras have been granted unprecedented access to The Garden, documenting its expansion into new locations deep in the Ozarks. This up-close and personal look aims to shed light on the truth behind the community’s enigmatic reputation.
Initially founded as a cooperative, leaderless community, The Garden presents itself as a post-apocalyptic wonderland, seemingly devoid of societal rules. But as new initiates arrive, they quickly discover that there is more to The Garden than meets the eye. Among the newcomers are Tyler, a veteran and self-proclaimed doomsday prepper; Tisheila, a truck driver survivalist; Oak, who yearns for toughness after years behind a desk, and Jessica, a former cheerleader seeking reconnection with nature.
These individuals have just ten days to prove themselves worthy of becoming part of The Garden. Is this a genuine commune working towards a sustainable, off-grid way of life, or have they unknowingly surrounded themselves with members of a mind-controlling cult?
Audiences are encouraged to join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #TheGardenCommuneOrCult. For further updates, follow Discovery on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
“The Garden: Commune or Cult” is produced by Hot Snakes for Warner Bros. Discovery.