Put the true crime tag on it, Kings of Tupelo is a docuseries full of strange characters and unbelievable twists that will have you entertained from the first second. The three-part Netflix docuseries explores the strange case of Kevin Curtis, an Elvis impersonator trapped between conspiracy, rivalry, and ricin-saturated letters.
Here’s the lowdown:
Kevin Curtis is an Elvis impersonator who believes the hospital he works at is part of an organ-smuggling ring. His assertions are deemed conspiracy theories. Enter James Everett Dutschke, a Wayne Newton impersonator and Kevin’s online nemesis. They fight, and the drama culminates in ricin-drenched letters to politicians.
Here’s why you SHOULD watch it:
The Characters: Kevin Curtis is an unbelievable character – a seasoned storyteller with a head-scratching edge. And his brother Jack, also an Elvis-impersonator, makes it even more fascinating. These people are as real as they come.
The Spinning Twists: Just when you think you’ve seen it all, the plot twists. The documentary teases you all the way through.
The Fun Factor: This is not your typical true crime series. It’s more of a comedic drama, sprinkled with absurdity. It will leave you laughing, gasping and shaking your head in awe.
I’m happy to report that no one was hurt or injured with the plot itself. It could have been worse.
Kings of Tupelo is a must see for those of us who are fans of ridiculous true-life stories, eccentric characters and the occasional hilarity. It’s a reminder that, sometimes, things are realer than they seem.
