Two women meet online and realize they both dated the same man. This simple discovery leads to a shocking story of lies and hidden danger. They start a podcast to warn others, and their actions become the center of a new true crime docuseries called Don’t Date Brandon. The three-part series, directed by Grace Chapman, launched on October 27, 2025. This guide explains the full story, the people involved, what happens in each episode, and where you can stream the series.
What Is the ‘Don’t Date Brandon’ Documentary About?
The series tells the true story of two women connected by the same man. Amber met Brandon online and thought he was the perfect partner. When strange events began to happen, she reached out to his ex-wife, Athena. The two women, who were complete strangers, found they had shared similar frightening experiences.
They decided they needed to warn other women. They started a podcast to share their stories and expose Brandon’s actions. By speaking out, they created a space for more women to come forward. Their effort shows a pattern of behavior that was more serious than a bad breakup. The official description for the show calls it “a true-crime docuseries about survival, sisterhood, and deception”.
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Meet the Cast and Crew of the Docuseries
The documentary features interviews with the real women involved. Amber and Athena are central figures, sharing their personal stories as the creators of the warning podcast. Other women who had experiences with Brandon also share their accounts, helping to build a full picture of his actions.
The series was directed by Grace Chapman. The executive producers are Steven Green, Eliya Arman, Susan Zirinsky, and Terence Wrong. The supervising producers are Aysu Saliba and Cara Tortora. The series is a co-production between See It Now Studios and Wag Entertainment and is distributed internationally by Fremantle.
Episode-by-Episode Guide for Season 1
The first season consists of three episodes. All three episodes were released at the same time on October 27, 2025. Each episode has a runtime between 45 and 58 minutes.
- Episode 1: Who The Hell Did I Marry? The story begins with Amber’s online relationship with Brandon. He seemed ideal until his secretive ex-wife, Athena, contacted her. This contact led Amber to start investigating, where she uncovered a history of lies and legal troubles.
- Episode 2: Trail of Lies Amber and Athena launch their podcast to expose Brandon’s lies. Their public story encourages more women to share similar experiences. New and serious information comes to light, including a major $400,000 embezzlement charge. Brandon disappears after a police chase, leaving the women worried that the danger is not over.
- Episode 3: Unhinged The women discover Brandon has a new girlfriend, Rachel, and try to warn her. When Rachel ends the relationship, the situation becomes violent. Brandon breaks into a home and attacks someone. The entire attack was recorded on camera. Police later find disturbing items in his car.
Where to Stream ‘Don’t Date Brandon’ Online
Don’t Date Brandon is a Paramount+ original documentary series. This means it is available to watch exclusively on the Paramount+ streaming service. The show is also listed on Amazon’s Prime Video platform, but it directs viewers to watch through Paramount+. Online fan groups have actively encouraged people to watch it there.
The series carries content advisories for violence, foul language, sexual content, and flashing lights that might affect photosensitive viewers.
Online Reactions and Reviews from Viewers
Since its release, the documentary has generated strong reactions. Many viewers find it to be an important and educational story. Some reviews call it “terrifying” but valuable knowledge for anyone in the dating world. Others have noted that it clearly shows the “red flags” of manipulative behavior that are often ignored.
Some viewers have questioned the tone of the storytelling, feeling it sometimes seemed overly sensational or gossipy compared to the serious subject matter. A point of discussion among some viewers is the criminal penalty Brandon received. One viewer commented on the sentence, stating, “10 years isn’t a good enough sentence,” expressing concern about his potential release. The series has clearly started conversations about relationships, safety, and justice.
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