Plot Synopsis

Directed by Soleil Moon Frye, THE CARTERS: HURTS TO LOVE YOU is a two-part documentary that takes a deeply personal look at the extreme highs and tragic lows of a family propelled into the spotlight by the meteoric rise of the musical careers of two brothers, Nick Carter (Backstreet Boys) and the late pop sensation Aaron Carter. Their story is told by Aaron's twin sister, Angel, who unpacks the complicated family dynamics that led to the untimely deaths of three of the original five Carter kids as well as their father. The often enchanting but ultimately painful story of these engaging siblings begins in childhood as home movies reveal Nick and Aaron's undeniable and precocious talent. But fame and fortune were accompanied by rivalries, jealousies, and exploitation from those they relied on most, their parents. It is a sad and eye-opening tale shared by Angel and close family friends who also live in the spotlight including Melissa Joan Hart and Scout Willis. The film features exclusive interviews with those closest to the family, some who have never spoken out before. Both one-hour episodes of THE CARTERS: HURTS TO LOVE YOU dropped on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 on Paramount+:

Part 1: The extreme highs and tragic lows of a family propelled into the spotlight by two brothers.

Part 2: Nick and Angel explore the dynamics that led to the death of their siblings.