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Waco

7.420181 seasonTV-14TV SeriesCrimeDrama

The harrowing true story of the 1993 standoff between the FBI, ATF and the Branch Davidians, a spiritual sect led by David Koresh in Waco, TX that resulted in a deadly shootout and fire.

DirectorsJohn Erick Dowdle·Dennie Gordon
ProducersKelly A. Manners·Drew Dowdle

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Visions and Omens
Jan 24, 2018 7.3
E2
The Strangers Across the Street
Jan 31, 2018 7.6
E3
Operation Showtime
Feb 7, 2018 7.8
E4
Of Milk and Men
Feb 14, 2018 7.5
E5
Stalling for Time
Feb 21, 2018 7.8
E6
Day 51
Feb 28, 2018 9.0

Cast · Directed by John Erick Dowdle

Michael Shannon
Michael Shannon
Gary Noesner
Taylor Kitsch
Taylor Kitsch
David Koresh
Rory Culkin
Rory Culkin
David Thibodeau
Paul Sparks
Paul Sparks
Steve Schneider
Andrea Riseborough
Andrea Riseborough
Judy Schneider
Shea Whigham
Shea Whigham
Mitch Decker
Melissa Benoist
Melissa Benoist
Rachel Koresh
Julia Garner
Julia Garner
Michele Jones
Camryn Manheim
Camryn Manheim
Balenda Thibodeau
John Leguizamo
John Leguizamo
Jacob Vazquez
Steven Culp
Steven Culp
Peter Hardwick

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Waco — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Waco?

Waco is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Waco on Netflix?

No, Waco is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential.

Is Waco on Amazon Prime Video?

Waco isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Waco for free?

Waco is available on Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Waco?

Waco has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 2018.

Are all episodes of Waco out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of Waco are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Waco?

No — Waco ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

Is Waco based on a true story?

Yes — Waco is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).