The Horrifying & Disturbing Historical True Crime Case of Franz Edmund Creffield

Discover the shocking true story of Franz Edmund Creffield, the self-proclaimed prophet who led Oregon's infamous Holy Rollers movement and became the central figure in one of the most disturbing religious cult cases of the early 20th century. This historical documentary explores the rise and fall of Creffield, the tragic experiences of the Hurt and Mitchell families, and the events that culminated in his assassination by George Mitchell on May 7, 1906, in Seattle, Washington. From the quiet streets of Corvallis, Oregon, to sensational courtroom testimony and a murder trial that captivated newspapers across the Pacific Northwest, this forgotten historical murder case reveals how religious fanaticism, manipulation, and family tragedy destroyed countless lives. Featuring carefully researched historical evidence, period photographs, newspaper accounts, and documented court proceedings, this film examines one of America's most remarkable cult-related crimes through a professional documentary lens. If you enjoy Victorian true crime, 19th century history, forgotten criminal cases, historical murder investigations, and true crime documentaries based on real events, this story offers a fascinating look into one of the Pacific Northwest's darkest chapters. If you enjoyed this documentary, please like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. We'd love to hear where you're watching from and what historical case you'd like us to cover next. #VictorianTrueCrime #HistoricalTrueCrime #FranzEdmundCreffield #HolyRollers Sources: Oregon Encyclopedia – Edmund Creffield and the Brides of Christ Church; HistoryLink.org – Seattle Holy Rollers Killings: The Spectacular End to an Oregon Love Cult by Katherine Beck.