The BEST episodes of Waco: American Apocalypse

Every episode of Waco: American Apocalypse ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Waco: American Apocalypse!

This docuseries includes never-before-seen material from the infamous 51-day standoff between federal agents and a heavily armed religious group in 1993.

Last Updated: 3/14/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended

7.38

157 votes

#1 - Fire

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/22/2023

The world waits as Koresh makes new promises of surrender. But the FBI's controversial tactics turn the compound into an apocalyptic scene.

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7.27

161 votes

#2 - Children of God

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/22/2023

Curiosity over the man calling himself a messiah makes Waco the center of a media circus. FBI negotiation and rescue teams clash over the use of force.

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7.27

184 votes

#3 - In the Beginning…

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/22/2023

Gunfire erupts when federal agents arrive at the Branch Davidian compound with a search warrant and hostage negotiators attempt to free the children.