John of God: The Crimes of a Spiritual Healer

Idolized medium João Teixeira de Faria rises to international fame before horrifying abuse is revealed by survivors, prosecutors and the press.

Documentary

Crime

Idolized medium João Teixeira de Faria rises to international fame before horrifying abuse is revealed by survivors, prosecutors and the press.

Documentary

Crime

Total 1 seasons, 4 episodes

Aired 4 years ago

4 Episodes

Episode 1The Healer50 min
Tales of miracles lure thousands to João Teixeira de Faria's spiritual surgery facility in central Brazil. Some leave "healed," others forever scarred.
Episode 2The Scandal51 min
Profits and influence grow, as do the accusations, complicating Faria and his inner circle's plans to build an international brand and business.
Episode 3The Trial56 min
Emboldened by the mounting charges against "John of God," survivors band together — and build a damning case against their abuser.
Episode 4Justice?48 min
Faria's daughter shares her own terrible story of abuse and manipulation. "John of God" faces a reckoning while survivors try to move forward.