Deadly Standoff

The MOVE organisation rose up in 1970s Philadelphia. A unique blend of black power and flower power, their fight against police oppression escalated over time. (S1, ep 1)

Randy and Vicki Weaver were involved in an 11-day siege after retreating to the mountainside of Ruby Ridge. Re-examine the deadly 1992 standoff which left two dead. (S1, ep 2)

The Waco siege, a 51-day standoff involving the Branch Davidians 1993, left nearly 80 people dead. Re-examine the shootout and the role played by David Koresh. (S1, ep 3)

Leroy Schweitzer breaks away from the US and takes advantage of everyone that decides to follow him, resulting in a prolonged armed standoff in 1996. (S1, ep 4)

The movement for Texas to gain independence takes a dangerous turn. When rivalling groups start taking hostages - the Texas Rangers must intervene. (S1, ep 5)

Tom Crosslin and his partner Rolland Rohm held pro-marijuana festivals at Rainbow Farm before a teenager's death and a standoff stun the local community. (S1, ep 6)