Raël: The Alien Prophet (Raël : Le prophète des extraterrestres)
Overview
Featuring interviews with his followers, critics and Raël himself, this docuseries traces how a UFO-inspired religion spiraled into a controversial cult.
Key Crew
Director: Antoine Baldassari, Manuel Guillon
Top Cast
Raël
Self
Seasons
Season 1 (2024)
Featuring interviews with his followers, critics and Raël himself, this docuseries traces how a UFO-inspired religion spiraled into a controversial cult.
4 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: Genesis
2024-02-07In the '70s, after an alleged encounter with aliens called "the Elohim," Raël takes to the media to spread their message — and build loyal followers.
Runtime: 50 minEpisode 2: Raël Superstar
2024-02-07When Raël turns to his acolytes for funding, doubt begins to brew. Later, an explosive TV interview unearths suspicious sexual practices within the cult.
Runtime: 46 minEpisode 3: The American Dream
2024-02-07In America, Raël lobbies for human cloning with biochemist Brigitte Boisselier. The alleged birth of "Eve" in 2002 ignites legal and media scrutiny.
Runtime: 44 minEpisode 4: To Infinity and Beyond
2024-02-07After a journalist infiltrates Eden and exposes his activities, Raël flees to Japan. As the cult continues to spread, a new messenger emerges in Africa.
Runtime: 43 min
