‎How I Left the Opus Dei - Apple TV

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Thirteen brave women share stories of the psychological, emotional and economic abuse they suffered under the controversial religious group Opus Dei.

Documentary · 2025 · 52 min

Starring Claudia Traisac

Director Laura Sistero , Mònica Terribas

EPISODE 1

God's Calling

Thirteen survivors detail their initiation into Opus Dei as young girls and how they were manipulated to pledge their lives to the organization.

51 min · 7 Feb 2025
EPISODE 2

In Love With Opus Dei

After joining Opus Dei, former members recall being isolated from their families and a demanding schedule of prayer, obedience and work without pay.

54 min · 7 Feb 2025
EPISODE 3

Entrapped Lives

At age 18, Opus Dei members must sign a will leaving all their assets to the organization; survivors reveal how they were manipulated through guilt and emotional abuse.

50 min · 7 Feb 2025
EPISODE 4

Look Us in the Eye

Former members report difficulties when leaving Opus Dei, such as a lack of resources and connections; the first criminal case against the organization begins.

44 min · 7 Feb 2025

Claudia Traisac

Actor
Laura Sistero

Director
Mònica Terribas

Director
Amparo Castellano

Producer
Bernat Elias

Producer
Laura Fernández Espeso

Producer