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Guru: Don't Cross Kat

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Season 2: Kat Torres has the insta-perfect life. She is rich, gorgeous and not ashamed to share it. Her posts about witchcraft and "alien baths" draw in over a million followers, all chasing the dream of a lifestyle like hers. But as she gathers more followers around her, the secrets beneath her fame grow darker and more dangerous. One woman sets out to bring back her best friend who has fallen under the spell of this modern-day guru. And what begins as a search for a missing friend soon puts her on a collision course with Kat. Based on the hit Brazilian podcast, journalist Chico Felitti uncov...

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Oct 1, 2026

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The Making of a Beauty Queen | 8 02.05.2025

Chico gives an update on what has happened to Kat after the series was made. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The One Who Got Away | 7 30.04.2025

A former follower of Kat reveals how the influencer almost convinced her to completely change her life and why she almost suffered the same fate as Desirrê. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

After the Spell | 6 28.04.2025

Brazil awaits the result of the trial, while Desirrê meets an old friend. But can they leave their past behind?   If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, here are some resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.  The National Alliance on Mental Illness is available at 1-800-950-6264. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Closing In | 5 21.04.2025

As the media storm grows in Brazil, Kat takes desperate action. Meanwhile, a video surfaces, offering a glimpse into her methods. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Inside Kat's House | 4 14.04.2025

Desirrê flies to Texas to meet her mentor. As she adapts to life as an ‘assistant witch’, Kat presents her with a proposal that tests the limits of her loyalty. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, here are some resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.  The National Alliance on Mental Illness is available at 1-800-950-6264. See Pr...

The Voice | 3 07.04.2025

Growing up in Brazil, Kat Torres was a shy kid who loved to learn the latest dance routines on TV. But a promising future as a model took a surprising turn. It led her to tabloid gossip columns, the glitz of Hollywood and claims of supernatural powers. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, here are some resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 98...

Searching for Desirrê | 2 31.03.2025

As Paty’s search gathers pace, she makes a disturbing discovery, while Kat’s behavior becomes even more unpredictable. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, here are some resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988. The National Alliance on Mental Illness is available at 1-800-950-6264. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

The Witches Who Work For You | 1 31.03.2025

On her first day of a new job, Paty forms an instant bond with Desirrê, a lively and ambitious fellow Brazilian. But when her new friend starts to follow a glamorous influencer, Paty faces a life changing decision.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Introducing Guru: Don't Cross Kat 17.03.2025

When her best friend goes missing, Paty launches an internet campaign to find her. The trail leads to a glamorous influencer, who is hiding a dark secret. Based on the hit Brazilian podcast, journalist Chico Felitti uncovers a gripping story of influence, control, and those who dare to fight back.. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

Spiritual Warriors | 1 15.06.2020

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Introducing Guru: The Dark Side of Enlightenment 15.06.2020

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