JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Controversial Story Behind Netflix's New Docuseries 'The Manhattan Alien Abduction'.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: McCluskey, Megan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Netflix's docuseries *The Manhattan Alien Abduction*, which examines the conflicting accounts surrounding the alleged November 1989 extraterrestrial abduction of New York City housewife Linda Napolitano. The series presents both Napolitano's claims of being kidnapped by aliens and the skepticism of Carol Rainey, the late ex-wife of ufologist Budd Hopkins, who alleges the event was a hoax. The docuseries includes interviews, unseen footage, and reenactments, highlighting disputed witness testimonies and the lack of verifiable evidence. Napolitano has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix, contesting her portrayal and Rainey's role in the narrative, but the series was released despite her legal efforts.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2024/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:180623379
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