Series synopsis
The Takedown: American Aryans is an American documentary television series that premiered on Max on February 6, 2025. It ended on February 6, 2025. It was created by Neil Rawles. It stars Richard Boehning.
A look inside the cult-like world of the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas from the late 2000s to the present day. Told principally by charismatic federal agent Richard Boehning, the series examines an organized crime group built on Nazi ideology and extreme violence operating under the radar in the suburbs of Texas.
Premise
A look inside the cult-like world of the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas from the late 2000s to the present day. Told principally by charismatic federal agent Richard Boehning, the series examines an organized crime group built on Nazi ideology and extreme violence operating under the radar in the suburbs of Texas.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Richard Boehning as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | February 6, 2025 | February 6, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Innocents ATF Agent Richard Boehning uncovers murders committed by the most violent white supremacist gang in the U.S., the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas. Plus, an exclusive interview with former ABT member Dale Jameton serving life for the murder of Breanna Taylor. |
February 6, 2025 |
| 2 |
The Hunt for the General Agent Richard Boehning discovers Steve ‘Stainless’ Cooke, one of the leaders of the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas, lives in his neighborhood. Later, a murdered ABT gang member turns up outside Houston -- it’s the break investigators have been waiting for. |
February 6, 2025 |
| 3 |
The Wheel The discovery of a secret cache of documents reveals how the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas operates as a criminal enterprise similar to the Italian Mafia. This discovery triggers the most extensive racketeering investigation in Texas history. |
February 6, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Max |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 6, 2025 |
| Last aired | February 6, 2025 |
| Status | ended |