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Louis Theroux: The Most Hated Family in America
Meet the Westboro Baptist Church
Genres
DocumentaryTV Movie
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.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
60 min
Release Date
2007-04-24
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
76
Vote Average
7.3
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Louis Theroux
Himself - Presenter
Fred Phelps
Himself
Shirley Phelps-Roper
Herself
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