‘Devotion: Obedience or Betrayal’ explores one of the most devoted and controversial communities

The new multi-part docuseries features exclusive interviews with former community members that give their firsthand accounts that include shocking allegations of sexual abuse and more.

‘Devotion: Obedience or Betrayal’ explores one of the most devoted and controversial communities

A disturbing and gripping look at the Gloriavale community arrives on screen with the premiere of Devotion: Obedience or Betrayal. This new three-part documentary, which debuts Tuesday, June 2, is available exclusively on Paramount+.

Uncovering Gloriavale

The series investigates the secretive world of Gloriavale, a community that has operated under strict, male-dominated hierarchies for more than half a century. Viewers can binge all three parts starting June 2, featuring rare archival footage and exclusive interviews with former members who share their firsthand, harrowing stories, including allegations of sexual abuse.

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