The Age of Influence is an upcoming docuseries that chronicles a unique and recent aspect of human societies that came on par with the rise of social media. And that’s the stories, or more specifically, the dark stories about influencers. Throughout the series, we will learn six different cases in which influencers on social media took a turn from posting selfies and vlogs, and their online activities became criminal in nature.
If you liked docuseries like The Social Dilemma, Inventing Anna, and true crime series, and are also interested in social media platforms and the influence they have on society, then this upcoming docuseries is one that you won’t want to pass. Today, we’ll unpack a little of the details about it and give you some information as to where to go online to watch it.
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The rise of social media has given birth to a new breed of celebrities – influencers. These individuals, armed with their charm and relatability, have amassed a loyal following that trusts their opinions and recommendations.
However, beneath the glitz and glamour of the influencer lifestyle lies a dark side that often goes unnoticed. Since the internet and social media gave everyone a voice, the use of these platforms for bad purposes also raises the question about where society is going at a moment when anyone can say anything there.
Thus, The Age of Influence examines the dark side of influencer culture as one which perpetuates consumerism and materialism up to a point where criminal conduct is inevitable. Through six different cases of men and women whose rise to fame came through the hands of social media, we’ll learn about their mistakes and dramatic fall.
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The Age of Influence Release Date
The Age of Influence is a six-part docuseries that will release simultaneously on June 5, 2023, at 00:00 hrs Eastern Time United States on Hulu. Each episode lasts around 50 minutes. Below, you’ll find the regional time release schedules for different parts of the world.
- Pacific US Time: 21:00 hrs (previous day, Sunday, 4 June 2023)
- Australian Time:
- Sydney Time: 14:00 hrs (previous day, Sunday, 4 June 2023)
- Melbourne Time: 14:00 hrs (previous day, Sunday, 4 June 2023)
- Brisbane Time: 13:00 hrs (previous day, Sunday, 4 June 2023)
- United Kingdom Time: 05:00 hrs
- Singapore Time: 12:00 hrs
- India Standard Time: 09:30 hrs
- Central Europe Standard Time: 06:00 hrs
- New Zealand Standard Time: 18:00 hrs (previous day, Sunday, 4 June 2023)
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The Age of Influence Episode Guide
The Age of Influence is a docuseries slated for release in early June 2023 on Hulu. The series will consist of six episodes that will land simultaneously on the streaming platform. Below, you’ll find the episode guide and a short synopsis.
- Episode 1 “XOXO, Grifter Girl” 5 June 2023
Danielle Miller, once called the New York “Swiffer girl,” was the subject of one of the internet’s first viral videos. After trying to reshape and rebrand her narrative and become a posh influencer, the girl whose identity was taken from her as a young teen turns into a serial identity thief herself. . - Episode 2 “The Sinfluencer” 5 June 2023
Jay Mazzini is a New Jersey entrepreneur who tried to take a shot at fame via the internet with some rackets that involved crypto, fashion brands, and fake philanthropy. When a person calls him out, he goes violent. - Episode 3 “Fiber Fraud” 5 June 2023
Emily Gellis found out about a diet that caused more problems than solutions, so she took it to social media to talk about it. But Tanya Zuckerbrot, the miracle diet’s creator, slaps her with a defamation suit. - Episode 4 “The Steroids Swindler” 5 June 2023
Tyler Bauman had a rough childhood and sought to reinvent himself as an influencer. He jacked up with the juice, up to the point that he was selling steroids and marketing them himself. - Episode 5 “The Bad Momfluencer” 5 June 2023
Machelle Hobson tells us the story of her adopted kids on a YouTube Channel, but that channel hid a very dark tale of child abuse. - Episode 6 “The Confluencer” 5 June 2023
Tracii Hutsona wanted fame, and she got it on social media, but in the wrong way, because he started to lash out against everyone in Los Angeles, up until a moment when things got out of hand.
How To Watch The Age Of Influence?
The Age of Influence is a six-part docuseries developed by Joseph Eardly for the Disney-owned platform Hulu. The series will make its way there starting June 5, 2023, at 00:00 hrs Eastern Time United States. As such, you’ll need a Hulu subscription to stream this program.
Hulu is an online streaming service that belongs to Disney and is home to several original productions, as well as also all the content that Disney’s filial networks produce, like FX, Fox, and ABC. This service offers thousands of hours of series, movies, shows, documentaries, and original, award-winning productions.
Hulu offers several subscription plans that can suit your budget. Starting from $7.99 a month or $79,99 a year, you get access to an ad-supported subscription service. In some regions, if you provide your student credentials, you can get Hulu for as low as $1.99 a month. Furthermore, Hulu offers a no-ads plan for $14.99 a month.
Lastly, Hulu offers a Live TV plan which you can bundle with Disney+ and ESPN giving for $82.99 a month, giving you access to hundreds of channels, plus Disney+ and live sports from ESPN. It’s worth noting that all subscription plans will give you access to The Age of Influence. If you don’t have Hulu in your region, simply use a VPN and circumvent the geo-restrictions.
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