Ep 1. Get the Devils Out
- November 27, 2018
The Devil Next Door is a documentary series that explores the incredible true story of John Demjanjuk, an alleged Nazi war criminal who was extradited from the United States to Israel to stand trial for his crimes.
In the first episode, titled "Get the Devils Out," we are introduced to Demjanjuk and learn about his early life and his journey to the United States. We also hear from a group of Holocaust survivors who identify Demjanjuk as "Ivan the Terrible," a notoriously cruel guard at the Treblinka extermination camp responsible for the deaths of thousands of Jews.
As Demjanjuk is brought to trial in Israel, the episode delves into the legal and political machinations behind the case. We meet the lawyers on both sides of the trial and learn about the complex history of Israeli justice and the fragile relationship between the Jewish state and the United States.
As the trial begins, tensions run high and emotions are raw. Demjanjuk's defense team argues that he is not "Ivan the Terrible" and that the evidence against him is flawed and unreliable. Meanwhile, survivors of the Treblinka camp testify about the horrors they witnessed and identify Demjanjuk as the man who committed unspeakable crimes against them and their families.
Despite the challenges they face, the prosecution is determined to prove Demjanjuk's guilt and bring him to justice. They uncover powerful new evidence that seems to confirm his identity as "Ivan the Terrible" and expose the lies and inconsistencies in his defense.
As the episode draws to a close, the trial reaches a pivotal moment and the fate of John Demjanjuk hangs in the balance. Will he be found guilty of his crimes and held accountable for the atrocities he committed? Or will he be acquitted and allowed to return to the United States, a free man?
"Get the Devils Out" is a gripping and emotional episode that sets the stage for an incredible story of justice, morality, and the fight against evil. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they witness the drama and intensity of the trial, and will be left with many questions about the complexities of the human experience.
