Ever wondered what goes on behind the closed doors of a seemingly peaceful Amish community? The Discovery Channel's "Amish Mafia" offered a glimpse into a hidden world of protection, justice, and power struggles, captivating audiences with its portrayal of a supposed secret subculture. But how much of it was real, and who were the figures that brought this controversial show to life?
Amish Mafia, an American reality television series, premiered on December 12, 2012, on the Discovery Channel. Created by Eric Evangelista and Shannon Evangelista, the series purported to follow Lebanon Levi and his assistants as they navigated the complexities of maintaining order and dispensing justice within an Amish community, essentially portraying them as a mafia. The show aired for four seasons, concluding on March 31, 2015. While the series garnered significant attention and quickly gained popularity, its authenticity has been heavily questioned by scholars, local newspapers, and members of the Amish community themselves. Lancaster Online, for instance, investigated the backgrounds of the "Amish Mafia" cast and found their claims lacking credibility.
| Cast Member | Role | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon Levi | Leader | Purported leader of the Amish Mafia. Claims to provide protection and justice within the Amish community. |
| Alan Beiler | Cast Member | Known for his involvement with law. |
| Mary Troyer | Sidekick to Merlin | Spoke about her past, including leaving the Amish church, and the importance of the series to her. |
| Merlin | Ohio Amish Mafia Boss | Ohio's Amish mafia boss, and used John in an attempt to damage Levi. |
| Zachery Martin | Duivel Dougs Right Hand Man | Played Duivel Dougs right hand man. |
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