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Netflix fans shocked by The Man with 1000 Children trailer

Netflix has released a haunting trailer for its brand new documentary The Man With 1000 Kids, which promises to be a completely disturbing film.

The chilling series follows a group of families who learn that the charismatic man they trusted is actually a sperm donor for hundreds, if not thousands, of children around the world.

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From the creators of Lover, Stalker, Killer – The Man with 1000 Children delves into the gripping story of Dutch conman Jonathan Meijer, “who is accused of traveling the world tricking mothers into having their babies on a large scale.”

Suzanne and Natalie in The Man with 1000 Children.  Photo: Netflix
Suzanne and Natalie in The Man with 1000 Children. Photo: Netflix

Shining a light on the “murky world” of the fertility industry, the three-part series reveals how – due to a lack of global regulation – some international fertility clinics continue to allow anonymous donations.

Kate and Laura in The Man with 1000 Children.  Photo: Netflix
Kate and Laura in The Man with 1000 Children. Photo: Netflix

Sparking a disconcerting response from many who viewed the trailer on YouTube, The Man with 1000 Children tackles the shocking story of a man who managed to defraud parents desperate to have a child through the world.

Behind the scenes, the filmmakers follow the wronged parents on their mission to change the law to stop it from deceiving even more people.

The Man with 1000 Children launches on Netflix on July 3. Will you agree? Let us know in our discussion forums.