True Story of Wild Boys in Town: Paramount+ Documentary

Paramount+ is set to release a new documentary called Wild Boys: Strangers in Town, which sheds light on the fascinating story of two young brothers who emerged from the wilderness in British Columbia in 2003. The two-part documentary premieres on Wednesday, February 18, combining elements of off-the-grid survivalism and elaborate hoaxes.

The boys, initially known as Tom and Will Green, claimed to have grown up without any formal education, medical care, or official records of their existence. The town of Vernon, British Columbia, where they settled, rallied behind them, offering support and assistance.

As the story unraveled, it was revealed that Tom and Will were actually Kyle and Roen Horn. Roen had run away from home in California due to issues surrounding his low weight and diet. Their parents, Diana and Rodger Horn, had been searching for them diligently.

A breakthrough in the case came when a news report led a family friend to reach out to the Horns, eventually reuniting the family in Canada. Despite the deception, those who had supported Kyle and Roen showed compassion and understanding, emphasizing the importance of helping those in need.

Now, the documentary Wild Boys: Strangers in Town revisits this strange saga over two decades later. Building on the story covered in the Campside Media podcast Chameleon: Wild Boys, the Paramount+ production promises to delve deeper into the complexities of human nature and the lengths people will go to believe a compelling narrative. Directed and executive-produced by Jeremiah Hammerling and Rita Baghdadi, Wild Boys: Strangers in Town is sure to captivate audiences with its exploration of truth, deception, and the enduring impact of a bizarre tale.