The Vow: Part 2

2022

Recommended
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6 episodes
Documentary
HBO

HBO's investigative docuseries delves into the case of NXIVM, a self-help group founded in 1998 that drew in vulnerable people... More

HBO's investigative docuseries delves into the case of NXIVM, a self-help group founded in 1998 that drew in vulnerable people for years until it was faced with charges of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.

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Where to watch The Vow: Part 2

The Vow: Part 2 is available to stream in New... More Zealand now on Neon.

The Vow: Part 2 episodes

Tests of Loyalty

Prosecutor Moira Penza and defense attorney Marc Agnifilo prepare for... More trial after the arrest of Keith Raniere, Nancy Salzman, Clare Bronfman, Allison Mack and Lauren Salzman. DOS members Nicki Clyne and Michele Hatchette offer a different perspective into NXIVM, DOS, and Raniere, while Nancy Salzman, under house arrest, sits down to speak with the filmmakers.

Rapport

Nancy Salzman looks back at her professional and personal relationship... More with Keith Raniere and defends her intentions with the company: to help people achieve lasting, personal growth through Executive Success Programs. The first witnesses in the trial are called to the stand, including defector Mark Vicente and Raniere victim Sylvie.

Stimulus and Response

Marc Agnifilo presents his case attesting to the good work... More of NXIVM; Marc Elliot remains loyal to Keith Raniere after he claims the symptoms of his Tourette’s syndrome were successfully reduced by Nancy Salzman. First-line DOS member and NXIVM leader, Lauren Salzman takes the stand… for the prosecution!

The Breach

Lauren Salzman testifies to decades of manipulation at the hands... More of Keith Raniere, a man she loved. Her loyalty and devotion eventually turned her into both a victim and victimizer of other women. NXIVM supporters are unconvinced by the evidence presented in court. Nancy Salzman grapples with learning the extent of Raniere's sexual pursuit of both of her daughters.

The Room

A witness for the prosecution gives heart-wrenching testimony about how... More Keith Raniere groomed her from a very young age and describes the coercive abuse she suffered at his hands, including being isolated in a room for two years. We learn the witness's younger sister was preyed upon by Raniere; this shocking and overwhelming evidence finally convinced Nancy Salzman to plead guilty and disavow Raniere. The trial concludes and all await the verdict.

Crime and Punishment

Keith Raniere is found guilty on all charges, including racketeering,... More sex trafficking, forced labor conspiracy, identity theft and production and possession of child pornography. Many survivors of his abuse come forward to deliver powerful victim impact statements and he is sentenced to 120 years. His supporters work to exonerate him, and he plans to appeal. Nancy Salzman comes to a painful reckoning; she is sentenced to 42 months in federal prison.

The Vow: Part 2 | Ratings & Reviews

The story of surprisingly sadistic cult NXIVM becomes something even more remarkable. Mesmerizing, unsettling and ultimately devastating, Part 2 adds chilling new complexity to a truly gripping story.