The CW has released a new teaser to promote “Cult,” its new series about an underground television show hosted by a charismatic sociopath with powerful influence over his viewership. Alien Nation and “Farscape” writer Rockne S. O’Bannon created the show with “Chuck” and “Gossip Girl” creator Josh Schwartz.

“Cult” follows journalist Jeff Sefton (Matthew Davis) and research assistant Skye (Jessica Lucas) as they investigate cult leader Billy Grimm (Robert Knepper) in the hopes of discovering what has happened to Jeff’s missing brother Nate.

The series premieres on Feb. 19.

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