Louis Theroux is turning his lens on one of the internet’s most controversial subcultures: the so-called “manosphere,” interviewing the likes of HSTikkyTokky, whose real name is Harrison Sullivan; Ed Matthews, and Myron Gaine.
Over the years, the acclaimed filmmaker has immersed himself in worlds spanning Scientology and swinging, the Westboro Baptist Church and survivalists in rural America — always with his signature calm curiosity. After months of speculation, Netflix has confirmed that a documentary exploring the online ecosystem of male influencers and grievance-driven communities is on the way, complete with a headline-grabbing trailer.
Among those featured is controversial influencer HSTikkyTokky, setting the stage for what promises to be a probing look at digital masculinity and its real-world consequences.
Here’s what we know so far about Theroux’s latest subject, Inside the Manosphere.
Who is HSTikkyTokky?
HSTikkyTokky — whose real name is Harrison Sullivan — currently has around 132,000 followers on TikTok. However, several of his accounts have reportedly been removed in the past, suggesting his cumulative reach may be significantly higher.
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The British influencer has previously been dubbed a “pound shop Andrew Tate” and, in an earlier interview with a journalist, admitted to being “racist… a misogynist… homophobic.” He initially built a following through fitness content before pivoting to videos focused on wealth-building, including cryptocurrency trading — something he appears to discuss with Theroux in the documentary trailer.
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which oversees the financial services industry, has issued warnings regarding Sullivan’s activities. The regulator states: “This firm may be providing or promoting financial services or products without our permission. You should avoid dealing with this firm and beware of scams.