The Cult of NatureBoy, a four-part documentary series on Disney Plus, has captivated true crime fans with its bizarre and shocking content. Viewers describe it as one of the most disturbing documentaries they have ever watched, leaving their 'jaw on the floor'.
What Is The Cult of NatureBoy About?
The series chronicles the rise and fall of YouTuber Eligio Bishop, known as 'Nature Boy'. It begins in 2016 when Bishop used social media to attract followers to a self-proclaimed 'Black Utopia' in the tropics. What started as an alternative lifestyle quickly devolved into a sex cult marked by coercion, violence, and abuse. The documentary culminates with Bishop's 2024 trial and life sentence.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
Fans have taken to TikTok and X to express their shock. One TikTok user said: 'What on earth have I just watched? If you've not seen it yet, Disney Plus have brought out a four part documentary and it's called The Cult of NatureBoy. I'm telling you now right, this is one of the most bizarre documentaries I've watched.' They added: 'It baffles me that people stayed with him, it baffles me even more that people sent him money.'
Another viewer commented on TikTok: 'I watched this yesterday it's so crazy!' A third wrote: 'I've just finished it now and my jaw is still on the b***** floor.' On X, one user said: '#TheCultOfNatureBoy is too damn bizarre.' Others expressed anger and disbelief, with one stating: 'This man was a walking red flag and was obviously spewing nonsense.'
Official Synopsis and Viewer Warning
An official synopsis reads: 'The Cult of NatureBoy traces the rise of Eligio Bishop, aka NatureBoy, leader of Carbon Nation. Beginning in 2016, he used social media to attract people to a self-described Black Utopia. What began as an alternative lifestyle in the tropics became a sex cult of violence, manipulation, and coercion, ending with his 2024 trial and life sentence.' The documentary carries a strong viewer warning due to its graphic content.
Where to Watch
The Cult of NatureBoy is available to stream on Disney Plus in the UK. The four episodes offer an unprecedented look into the cult's inner workings and the aftermath of Bishop's crimes.
