Louis Theroux: The Most Hated Family in America

12
1h 0m
2007
7.3 /10 (81)

Meet the Westboro Baptist Church

Overview

Louis meets the Phelps family — the people at the heart of the controversial Westboro Baptist Church. The Phelps have rabid anti-homosexual beliefs, and often campaign at the funerals of American soldiers. They believe that every tragedy in the world is God's punishment for homosexuality.

Country : United Kingdom
Languages : English
Released Date: 2007-04-24

Top Billed Cast

Louis Theroux

Himself - Presenter

Fred Phelps

Himself

Shirley Phelps-Roper

Herself

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