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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.
Created By
John Erick Dowdle, Drew Dowdle
Network
Paramount Network
Episodes
6
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Paramount+
12 countries
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Waco has 1 season with 6 episodes spanning 2018.
Rating
Waco holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 230 votes.
Year context
Waco first aired 8 years ago in 2018.
CAST (11)
Michael Shannon
Gary Noesner
Taylor Kitsch
David Koresh
Rory Culkin
David Thibodeau
Paul Sparks
Steve Schneider
Andrea Riseborough
Judy Schneider
Shea Whigham
Mitch Decker
Melissa Benoist
Rachel Koresh
Julia Garner
Michele Jones
Camryn Manheim
Balenda Thibodeau
John Leguizamo
Jacob Vazquez
Steven Culp
Peter Hardwick
SEASONS (1 season, 6 episodes)
SEASON 1Miniseries
01
Visions and Omens
The ATF gets a tip of suspicious activity involving weapons taking place among a small religious community led by David Koresh and located at the…
02
The Strangers Across the Street
ATF agent Jacob Vasquez begins undercover surveillance on the Mount Carmel compound and befriends David Koresh in hopes of finding illegal weapons or other activity.
03
Operation Showtime
The ATF siege is in motion. Assault vehicles storm the Mount Carmel compound and gunfire is exchanged, which begins a 51-day standoff.
04
Of Milk and Men
Negotiations intensify as the Branch Davidians refuse to surrender. As David Koresh waits for a sign from God, the lack of food and medical treatment…
05
Stalling for Time
For a moment, it seems like the end of the stalemate is nearing when the FBI’s tactical division turns up the heat with psy-ops on…
06
Day 51
The standoff at the Mount Carmel compound comes to a violent and tragic end.
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
6
Episodes
42 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
John Erick Dowdle
Creator
Drew Dowdle
NETWORKS (1)
Paramount Network
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Waco about?
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.
Where can I watch Waco?
Waco is available on Paramount+. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Waco have?
Waco has 1 season with 6 episodes total.
Who created Waco?
Waco was created by John Erick Dowdle and Drew Dowdle.
Who stars in Waco?
The cast of Waco includes Michael Shannon, Taylor Kitsch, Rory Culkin, Paul Sparks, Andrea Riseborough.
What is the rating of Waco?
Waco has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 based on 230 votes on TMDB.
Is Waco still running?
Waco has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Crime
Drama
