Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1980 · CBS · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones have?
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones has 1 season and 2 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 15, 1980.
Is Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones renewed, ended, or canceled?
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones?
It takes 3h 8m (188 minutes) to watch the complete run of Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 3.1 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 1.6 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones?
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones?
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones?
The primary ensemble cast includes Powers Boothe as Rev. Jim Jones (age 68 (deceased)), Ned Beatty as Rep. Leo Ryan (age 83 (deceased)), Irene Cara as Alice Jefferson (age 63 (deceased)), Veronica Cartwright as Marceline "Marcy" Jones (age 77).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Powers Boothe | Rev. Jim Jones | 68 (deceased) |
| Ned Beatty | Rep. Leo Ryan | 83 (deceased) |
| Irene Cara | Alice Jefferson | 63 (deceased) |
| Veronica Cartwright | Marceline "Marcy" Jones | 77 |
| Rosalind Cash | Jenny Hammond | 56 (deceased) |
| Brad Dourif | David Langtree | 76 |
| Meg Foster | Jean Richie | 78 |
| Michael C. Gwynne | Larry King | 83 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.