If you are short on time and still wish to catch up on a gripping show, this true crime miniseries on Disney+ Hotstar is just the right pick for you. We are talking about ‘Under The Banner Of Heaven’ by Dustin Lance Black, based on the 2003 non-fiction book by Jon Krakauer.
In ‘Under The Banner Of Heaven’ a devout detective Jen Pyre’s faith is tested as he investigates a brutal murder seemingly connected to an esteemed Utah family’s spiral into LDS fundamentalism and their distrust in the government.
Created by Dustin Lance Black, ‘Under the Banner Of Heaven’ stars Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Denise Gough, Wyatt Russell, Billy Howle, Chloe Pirrie, Seth Numrich, and Adelaide Clemens among others.
The series, while reigniting controversy in the Mormon faith, received acclaim, particularly for Garfield’s and Russell’s performances. With an approval rating of 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, ‘Under The Banner Of Heaven’ is unnerving and creepy. Alongside the characters, the show will make you question faith and belief at several instances.
It’s intriguing, gripping and brutal at the same time and will definitely keep you hooked throughout. ‘Under The Banner Of Heaven’ is streaming on Disney+ Hotstar and if you are looking for crisp watch this is what you need to see.