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I really enjoyed this. There are so many interesting characters and so many twists and turns. As Johnny Carson might say, "Wild, wacky stuff". There weren't a lot of characters I would say I liked, but there were a lot I became fond of. If you are a fan of True Crime and eccentric characters, then I would recommend this. What's not to like about an Elvis impersonating janitor and his rival - a failed politician/black belt/Mensa member? This story has intrigue, local and national politics, a love quadrangle, and more! I know from seeing some of the other reviews that it may not be everyone's cup of tea, but then again, there are people who don't appreciate Faulkner or the Coen Bros. Take my recommendation in that light.

When work dries up a little, Elvis impersonator Kevin takes on the role of a janitor, on a job he discovers a severed head, a discovery that convinces him that body parts are being sold. Kevin gets mixed up in a plan to send ricin to The President.

The last time I watched a documentary as wild and crazy as this, it was Tiger King, this is pretty much on the same lines, all shades of crazy.

I binge watched it all in one go, I had to, it really is that good. Very well paced, packed with intrigue, loaded with humour, I found Kevin quite an amusing, and generally likeable character.

One thing that baffles me, whoever was running the case needed to be spoken to, who on Earth would have thought that Kevin was capable of making ricin, come on.

Honestly, it's absolutely bonkers, and Kevin may seem like a total, conspiracy theory obsessive, you discover there's a grain of truth in what he discovered.

Bonkers, but hugely entertaining.

8/10.

I don't know where to start really, so I'll just plunge. . . .Do Not Miss This One.

It's got down to earth southern stereotypes. . . Non-stereo types, brother against brother, great accents, great plot, and it's horror adjacent, too.

In short, a nifty cutaway of the human zoo. And based on a true story, too. Nothing to hate and a lot to love. This is just the first episode, out of three in all!!!

When you mix a tale of Elvi (plural of Elvis in "Elvis impersonators), with a body parts black market, conspiracy theories, dark webbing, and authentic southern drawls, Netflix can't go wrong. And neither can you. Amen.

I'm not an Elvis fan. In high school one of the kids in my class was an Elvis impersonator and he went on the junior year trip to Germany with a bunch of us and entertained us in the bus. I'd had enough of Elvis then and TBH that almost stopped me from watching this. I am so glad it didn't.

Gosh this is fun. And freaky. The characters we meet are really like carnies. I almost wonder if they were coached by the producers... (but let's not go there and besides who cares).

The 3 episodes fly by. Thank God it isn't 8 episodes (sometimes these series drag). And I really did not have a clue "who dun it" and was surprised when the be reveal happens.

Paul Curtis is wonderful. And I'm glad to have met him and his family and the extended "family" of all those who got caught up in this circus. I wish him happiness and the freedom to pursue any conspiracies he wants. Lord knows the next four years will be full of possibilities. We will need his tenacity and perseverance.

Thank you. Thank you thank you.

Can't help but feel that there was a very vulnerable person at the centre of this story who the documentary team were happy to exploit for our entertainment.

I still enjoyed the show and it was an interesting diversion from real life for a couple of hours.

I hope KC gets the help and support he deserves.

Can't help but feel that there was a very vulnerable person at the centre of this story who the documentary team were happy to exploit for our entertainment.

I still enjoyed the show and it was an interesting diversion from real life for a couple of hours.

I hope KC gets the help and support he deserves.

I had to stay up late to finish the series, but it was well worth the lost sleep. What a gem! I had no expectations when I started watching. The documentary held my attention and transformed what felt like a drab day into something vibrant. Bravo to the directors, writers, editors, film crew, sound crew, and especially to the genuine people who lived the story being told.

There's a lot to unpack in this show. I initially thought I could predict its trajectory, only to look back at the end and realize how completely off I was. As someone who mostly enjoys documentaries and films that lean toward darker, more dramatic themes, I tend to overlook shows with trailers that suggest a lighter narrative. I'm so glad I broke that cycle. I would rate it a 9/10.

As Episode 1 of "The Kings of Tupelo" (2024 release; 3 episodes ranging from 55 to 76 min) opens, it is "April 12, 2013" and a guy waring a paper bad on his head is clearly very unhappy and issuing threats of all kinds. We then learn that a letter containing ricin has been sent to President Obama and to a US Senator from Mississippi. We then go back in time for an introduction to Tupelo, MS, where Elvis Presley grew up and is still the king of Tupelo... At this point we are 10 minutes into Episode 1.

Couple of comments: this is the latest from documentary makers Chapman and Maclain Way ("Wild, Wild Country"). Here they look back at events that unfolded in Tupelo, MS. Let me just state upfront that I do not recall any of these events, and hence as the event play out in this 3 part documentary series, it all felt quite far-fetched. If these events were made up, it would've sounds utterly implausible. But these events in fact did take place, proving once again that facts are stranger than fiction. I am not going to describe any of these events, so as not to spoil anything. Just sit back and be prepared for a deep dive into conspiracies "southern style"... Last but not least, please not that this mini-series is not titled "The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga" as listed here on IMDb and other sources. Per the opening credits of this mini-series, it is simply called "The Kinds of Tupelo", nothing less, nothing more.

"The Kings of Tupelo" started streaming on Netflix in December, and I just now got around to it. I watched all 3 episodes in a single setting. This is currently rated 82% Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, which sounds quite generous to me. If you love true crime documentaries os simply are a fan of Elvis, I'd readily suggest you check this out, and draw your own conclusion.

This was entertaining, definitely. Who cares what these whiners on here have to say about it. As if every documentary has to fit into their category of "interest" oh please. Get out of here. You're probably from Tupelo.

I'm glad you sticked your life out, Kevin. You should consider becoming a comedian. The one liners were way too great in this. I was indulging the entire watch. A perfect docu series for the times. I'm glad it's come out now, when it can be fully appreciated. Much deserved Netflix contract.

I'm trying to get my 600 count so don't mind me now. I'm almost there... yup okay nice.

For sure a must watch.

An interesting fifteen minutes stretched and stretched and S T R E T C H E D into an endless morass of conspiracy crap and crazy ass individuals who think they are way more important than they are.

As a southerner I can attest to the fact that there are indeed plenty of loudmouthed, conspiracy-crazed, internet addicted oddballs to spare. But this comic book of a "documentary" (and I use the term loosely here) is serving absolutely no one.

But I was home on day two of a virus and I just needed some entertainment. Unfortunately this was not it.

This is a geeky Elvis entertainer, his better looking Elvis entertainer brother, his trashy wife, a bunch of Mississippians who want to be famous, and some Netflix producers desperate for attention.

Forewarned is forearmed.

Incredibly well produced with timing, inserting tidbits, and the way they build the story. Kudos to the production and research team. They know how to rachet up the drama and make it like a fiction thriller with a bunch of laughs along the way. Besides that, the story itself is fascinating without all the extra production and takes all kinds of twists and turns with a surprise ending. Absolutely recommend to spend 3 episodes for a fun time and it doesn't drag on for 9 episodes like Inventing Anna that could have been told in 4 🙄 sure, everyone is a bath*t crazy, but it's the deep south. If you like Tiger King you'll love this.

I'm sure there's a point to this somewhere, but it's buried under piles of disjointed implications and continuous hints at portentious events about to unfold. Feels alot like Q drops from a whole county full of characters high on mescaline moonshine and pork fat. Saw all three episodes waiting for something to happen while recovering from a sinus infection. I have no idea who the Kings of Tupelo are. This pile of trivia does nothing to change that, but it does go on about the banal dramas and intrigue of life in small town USA. I know, I live and work in one. Whatever you do, stay away from Tupelo. It has nothing to recommend it. Another multipart documentary in desperate need of a competent story editor-15 minutes of content stretched to several hours.

..... and I loved it! Caricatures who believe they are larger than live getting mixed up in conspiracy theory after conspiracy theory. No one got harmed luckily at the end (physical at least) so I can really say I had a good laugh over this. Paul Curtis seems likeable and probably is that kind of person who would check all reviews here so Paul: If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck...... Too many people found themselves too important (eg. Mr Holland & Mr Curtis & Mr Dutschke). This documentary was keeping me wondering what drama will come next that had me giggling...... "They ain't got the sense God gave a piss ant."

It's got to the point that Netflix will make documentaries about anything off the wall in the hope they will find another Tiger King. That's great if there's a story to tell. There isn't here. This is about giving a platform to some very ill and disturbed people and it's not entertaining or informative in any way. Can I also add as well that there is background music constantly playing throughout which drowns out most of the storytelling. It's actually absurd. This really is a terrible documentary series. I kept watching each episode hoping I would get to the point of this tale that is supposed to justify this being made into a documentary.

I feel like I've been hypnotized. Bewitched. Mesmerized. This saga likes to point out that the main character suffers from living in the South, but I strongly disagree. I live in Michigan, the state that produced the Unibomber. Mental illness can grow anywhere.

This is a documentary that isn't going to tell you the scientific nature of bumblebees migrating in the Savannah Desert. But if you want to watch a whole family that got sucked into one man's personal vendetta against, well, pretty much the world by the second episode, than this is the roller coaster ride for you! I kept thinking surely there no other shenanigans. I was incorrect.

Whoever made this clearly attended Netflix's "three-part docuseries" training camp, where filmmakers are indoctrinated with the belief that every story (no matter how small) must be told over a minimum of three hour-long episodes. However, I will concede that despite this painfully common drawn out approach, there is almost always a story amongst the filler worthy of being told. Sadly, this one doesn't. It's like a clickbait article you read for 30-seconds and think "meh", before scrolling to the next mundane story of moderately bizarre coincidence.

This was honestly the three most unappealing and pointless episodes of anything I've watched this year (it's December). Every character is as unlikeable as the next with nothing interesting to say, other than spouting redneck conspiracy theories. At one point, I figured his main conspiracy theory must be true because there was nothing else happening, but I was wrong. Instead, it pivots to a story about a different idiot for mailing ricin to government officials. Then it ends and you realise the story, the twist, or any semblance of a reason for this documentary's existence never came.

Netflix really scraped the barrel here - don't waste your time.

Then by god this is the documentary series for you.

The characters are charming and the production is great, typical for any Netflix series like this.

There's no need for me to spoil any of the plot here. There are many people across the country and particularly in the deep south that are prone to conspiratorial &/or mystical/religious thinking - as in believing in things that are not in any way provable. It's a condition of humanity and we're all susceptible. It's simply the degree to which certain people can be TREMENDOUSLY, spectacularly susceptible. In this case, an individual who is so prone to believing in fantasy that they had to make a whole Netflix series about it.

Enjoy!

Occasionally entertaining, no pay off. The story is quite interesting at times but overall the goes nowhere. They tease a hint of truth to the conspiracy in episode one then never mention it again. Could have been good if that leaned into a different angle but the final product is mediocre.

Edit: apparently I need three hundred more characters than I had originally written but there's really not much to say about this series.

Occasionally entertaining, no pay off. The story is quite interesting at times but overall the goes nowhere. They tease a hint of truth to the conspiracy in episode one then never mention it again. Could have been good if that leaned into a different angle but the final product is mediocre.

Edit: apparently I need three hundred more characters than I had originally written but there's really not much to say about this series.

This is so well made. The direction, the editing, the soundtrack, the layout, the cinematography are all next level.

A really enjoyable, fun ride through a mad tale of crazy characters and weird AF situations.

I can tell how much work and planning went into this and in the end, this is as much scripted drama as it is documentary.

Congratulations to all involved, this is the type of show that Netflix used to be great at and I wish they would produce more of now rather than terrible celebrity-led garbage they are now churning out.

A shout out to the cast too, who are mad, dumbass, genius, fun storytellers!

I wish I could give this -1000 stars. Such a waste of time. I wish Netflix would create "Bottom of the Barrel" category because this would be there. There is so much wrong and I'm not sure if this was satire or a look at folks with mental delusions and psychosis. The politicians and FBI investigators are the only likeable characters.

We have wrapped up Elvis impersonators, body part harvesting and conspiracies into one movie. This is definitely Tiger King level reaching for a story. The musical crescendo throughout really try to make you believe something is really about to happen and then it's just Laura on the couch drinking with her dumb comments about liking receding hairlines on men.

You will not learn anything from this documentary. You will not be able to impress your yuppie friends with your newfound passion and concern about global blah blah blah. You will not feel insignificant when you compare your life to the extraordinary characters celebrated in real documentaries. You will not be offended, disturbed and intimidated by the rich and powerful who are taking advantage of the average citizen while getting rich and powerful. You will not become paranoid and obsessed about strange diseases or worried about technology or AI. You will, however, laugh your guts off. This is a delightful and clever comedyroma full of characters you would love to meet but not live too close to. The editing and pacing is marvelous. The Elvis backstory is hilarious. Sit on the couch. Drink a root beer and watch the whole thing tonight.

It's said that truth is stranger than fiction. Weirdly, the true story documented here feels like something Carl Hiaasen would write were he to relocate from Florida to Mississippi. Like Hiaasen's novels, the cast of characters is varied, bizarre and somehow lovable. It starts with a pair of brothers who are both Elvis impersonators. When one falls down the rabbit hole of conspiracy theories, his obsession alienates his family and local politicians. But how does this tie in with the envelopes of poison sent to the president of the United States? I don't want to give away too much because, in addition to the larger than life characters involved, a lot of the fun in this documentary is the twists and turns the story takes. You will not guess how this turns out!

This story itself is goofy and entertaining, but the production quality of the documentary is what makes it great. There is plenty of detail, but the story moves at a quick pace without ever getting slogged down. Information is presented in just the right order to keep the viewer engaged and the visuals and soundtrack add richness to the storytelling.

Based on entertainment value alone I would have given this a 10/10, but I agree with some critics on two things. One being that the background music is way too loud throughout the film, to the point where it's occasionally hard to listen to whomever is speaking. The other is that it feels slightly exploitative of the central figure, who could probably benefit tremendously from some therapy, despite the warm and fuzzy ending.