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Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity

7.420151 seasonNRTV SeriesDocumentaryCrimeReality

Louis immerses himself in the world of Ohio's state psychiatric hospitals, meeting patients who have committed crimes - at times horrifically violent - while in the grip of severe mental illness.

DirectorJamie Pickup
WriterLouis Theroux
ProducerLouis Theroux

Where to watch

Not available in Canada
Streaming in 5 other countries

Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Australia, Denmark, Guernsey, Norway and 1 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Part 1
Mar 22, 2015
E2
Part 2
Mar 29, 2015

Cast · Directed by Jamie Pickup

LTLouis Theroux
Louis Theroux
Himself

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Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity?

Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Australia, Denmark and United Kingdom and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity on Netflix?

No, Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity for free?

Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity?

Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2015.

Are all episodes of Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity?

No — Louis Theroux: By Reason of Insanity ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.