The new Hulu true-crime docuseries “The Cult of NatureBoy“ has already started streaming for viewers in the United States. However, international audiences in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa will have to wait a little longer to see the story of social media influencer turned alleged cult leader Eligio Bishop.
On April 28, 2026, Hulu released all four episodes of the investigative series. According to official press releases and distribution schedules, the documentary will roll out on Disney+ across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region starting July 15, 2026. This delay is standard for Hulu originals, as the streaming service primarily operates within the US, while Disney+ acts as its international home.
The Story Behind Carbon Nation Group in The Cult of NatureBoy
The docuseries investigates Eligio Bishop, an online personality who called himself “NatureBoy.” In 2016, Bishop used social media to recruit followers into a group called Carbon Nation. He promised members a self-proclaimed “Black utopia” and encouraged them to cut ties with their families.
What started as an alternative lifestyle community quickly turned into a tightly controlled environment. The series uses footage captured by the group itself, showing how Bishop moved from being a spiritual guide to a self-proclaimed messiah. Former members and online investigators provide first-hand accounts of how the group operated in plain sight for years.
“When former group members come forward with allegations of abuse, Bishop finds himself at the center of one of the most shocking and complex cult cases in recent U.S. history,” ABC News said when announcing the series.
Episode Guide and US Release Details
For viewers in the United States, all four episodes dropped at once on April 28 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers. The series carries a TV-MA rating due to discussions of abuse and manipulation.
The episodes include:
- Searching for Paradise: NatureBoy begins building his online following, promising a new life in Costa Rica.
- The Cult of Carbon Nation: Bishop establishes himself as the leader while his behavior becomes more controlling.
- Paradise Lost: The group descends into chaos as abuse and manipulation intensify.
- Fall of a God: A survivor’s testimony leads to the investigation that brings everything crashing down.
International Streaming Schedule for UK, Europe and More
The July 15, 2026 release date applies specifically to the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, and Africa). Viewers in these territories will find the series on Disney+, since Hulu does not operate as a standalone service internationally.
For fans in Canada, Australia, India, and other international markets, Hulu content is typically distributed through Disney+ as well. However, official release dates for those specific regions have not been announced yet. The series is produced by ABC News Studios and ZANDLAND, with Ben Zand serving as director.
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Critical Reception and Viewer Response
Early reviews for “The Cult of NatureBoy” have been positive. Critics praise the documentary for its raw, unfiltered look inside a modern cult. Unlike many true-crime shows that focus on death counts, this series examines how someone walks away from their life and hands control to someone else.
Former members who appear on camera include Aaron (Tru) , Velvet (Eliana) , Kendra (EJ) , and Janaé (Neytiri) . Their testimonials are paired with social media footage and cellphone videos recorded by Carbon Nation members themselves, providing clear evidence of how Bishop’s manipulation escalated over time.
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