The UnXplained
Series· 2019· 43mTV-14

The UnXplained

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Explore the world’s most fascinating, strange and inexplicable mysteries. Each episode features compelling contributions from scientists, historians, witnesses and experiencers—each seeking to shed light on how the seemingly impossible actually can happen.

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Season 82026
7 episodes
  • No still
    E1Impossible Ancient Structures
    · 42m

    All over the world stand ancient structures so massive, precise, and baffling that they seem impossible for not just their time, but ours as well. From colossal walls and giant stone tombs to temples carved from solid rock, how did ancient civilizations achieve feats of engineering that still defy modern understanding?

  • No still
    E2Nightmares and Dreams
    · 42m

    Dreams have inspired humanity for thousands of years and in all this time, we have yet to answer one fundamental question: What is the purpose of dreams? From nightmares linked to unexplained deaths and more.

  • No still
    E3Unnatural Disasters
    · 42m

    Throughout history, catastrophic disasters have reshaped civilizations -- yet some events defy all scientific expectations.

  • No still
    E4Mysteries of Africa
    · 42m

    Africa remains one of the most mysterious continents on Earth. From lost cities buried beneath shifting sands, to the elusive tomb of history's most mighty queen, what secrets lie hidden throughout Africa's vast landscape?

  • No still
    E5Mind Over Matter
    · 42m

    The human mind is home to all our thoughts, hopes, dreams, and memories.

  • No still
    E6Mighty Kingdoms Unearthed
    · 42m

    An exploration of strange and inexplicable mysteries; contributions from scientists, historians and witnesses as they seek to shed light on how the impossible can happen.

  • No still
    E7Dangerous Places
    · 42m

    Every year, people risk their lives to enter places the world has marked off-limits. What is it about the world’s most dangerous places that makes them impossible to resist?

Season 72024
18 episodes
  • E1The Golden Age of Pirates
    · 42m

    During The Golden Age of Piracy, thousands of buccaneers terrorized the high seas and became legends. Their exploits spawned fantastic stories of larger-than-life characters, billion dollar heists and buried treasure that to this day, has never been found. Are these stories simply tall tales, or is the truth stranger than fiction?

  • E2Impossible Ancient Inventions
    · 42m

    There are stories of advanced technology, from the ancient past, that seem too impossible to be true. Some are spoken of in legends and myths, while others can be seen today with the naked eye. These technologies challenge everything we think we know about the innovation of our ancestors. Is our most cutting-edge modern technology, merely reinventions of those that existed thousands of years ago? And if it is, where did these incredible lost inventions go?

  • E3The Lost
    · 42m

    People go missing every day, but throughout history, there have been strange and eerie disappearances that continue to capture the world's attention. Whether it's the missing case of a world famous icon, like Amelia Earhart, or even entire groups of people that seem to vanish without a trace, these mysterious disappearances have spawned countless theories, but no definitive answers.

  • E4Alien Contagion
    · 42m

    Since the dawn of human history, mankind has faced the ever present threat of organisms so small, that they are invisible to the naked eye. While modern science has stopped many dangerous viruses and bacteria in their tracks, there is a growing concern, that contagious germs could be traveling through the deadly vacuum of space. Will Earth's next pandemic come from another world?

  • E5Ancient Bible Relics
    · 42m

    With over 5 billion copies sold, the Bible is the best-selling book of all time. Could there be physical proof for some of the Bible's most iconic, miraculous stories? Today, many believe that there are physical objects in museums and churches around the world that are not only the genuine holy relics from the Bible, but also, that these incredible artifacts are still imbued with divine power. Could tantalizing clues suggest that some of these famous Bible relics are, in fact, authentic?

  • E6Islands of the Damned
    · 42m

    There are islands throughout the world that despite their scenic and tranquil beauty, evoke nothing but fear and dread. These islands are riddled with dark histories, unspeakable tragedy, and the belief by locals that they are cursed. Are the misfortunes experienced by the inhabitants of these islands simply a series of tragic coincidences, or is it possible that scattered across the planet there are... Islands of the Damned?

  • E7Tales From Antarctica
    · 42m

    Isolated along the southernmost part of the planet, Antarctica is best known as the frozen continent. Yet, this untouched land has captivated brave explorers for centuries.

  • E8Robot Revolution
    · 42m

    For thousands of years, mankind has been fascinated by the idea of creating mechanical servants to make our lives easier. Today, those dreams of the past are increasingly becoming our reality.

  • E9Secret Societies
    · 42m

    The idea that a handful of shadowy organizations control world events has been around for centuries. Today, the Mafia, Skull & Bones, and the Freemasons are just a few of the mysterious groups said to meet behind closed doors, keeping dangerous secrets. What are the codes and rituals that define their beliefs? And is it possible that secret societies not only shaped the events that defined the 20 th century, but will continue to shape the future?

  • E10Secrets of the Spies
    · 42m

    Throughout history, powerful nations around the world have enlisted spies to serve as unique tools of warfare. These secret agents are often tasked with infiltrating organizations and even performing the act of assassination.

  • E11Secrets of the Civil War
    · 42m

    From 1861-1865, the United States of America found itself in a bloody four-year struggle known as the Civil War. While history often focuses on the politics and battles of this bloody discord, there are fascinating stories of the people and places that played a role in the "War Between the States".

  • E12Mysterious Urban Legends
    · 42m

    Urban legends are modern folklore rooted in mystery where chilling tales merge fact and fiction and blur the line between myth and reality. From the eerie reports of spontaneous human combustion and the hunt for the Highgate Vampire, to the unsettling boogeymen known as the Men in Black appearing after UFO sightings, could these thrilling legends, echoed over generations and believed by many, be more than just stories?

  • E13Mad Scientists
    · 42m

    Throughout history, there have been men of science who pushed the boundaries of experimentation to the edge of madness. They were renegades known for bizarre and often unethical experiments involving human-animal hybrids, mind control devices, and even unimaginable torture.

  • E14Strange Tales from the American Frontier
    · 42m

    From the 17th to the early 20th century, America saw an unprecedented era of rapid western expansion. Millions moved west to lay claim to find their fortunes in gold and land for the taking in search of the American Dream.

  • E15Terrors of the Deep
    · 42m

    Stories of unidentified creatures living deep beneath the surface of oceans and lakes include sightings of giant sharks, prehistoric serpents, and even razor-toothed mermaids.

  • E16Unlocking the Sixth Sense
    · 42m

    Whether it's called intuition, clairvoyance, or extrasensory perception, this elusive "sixth sense" defies explanation; can scientists find the secret to unlocking these remarkable gifts?

  • No still
    E17The World's Deadliest Assassins
    · 42m

    From lone operatives to agents of powerful regimes, assassins have left a trail of disruption that echoes through time; are assassins merely footnotes in history, or have they steered the destiny of civilization all along?

  • No still
    E18Mysteries of the Underground
    · 42m

    Beneath our feet lie hidden ancient tunnels, sacred caves, and shadowy passages into a world of darkness shaped by nature, carved by man, and steeped in myth. Are these underground realms mere remnants of the past?

Season 62023
10 episodes
  • E1The World Beneath Our Feet
    · 42m

    Humanity has launched satellites into outer space and submarines to the ocean floor, but the ground below Earth's surface remains shrouded in mystery. Are there profound secrets buried beneath layers of rock, or hidden in vast caves? Can the subterranean world below shed light on humanity's past, or even its future?

  • E2The Time Travelers
    · 42m

    A look at whether time travel has already occurred, on purpose or by accident, and scientists who believe it is theoretically possible.

  • E3Secrets of Ancient Structures
    · 42m

    Scattered across the globe lie mysterious ruins that are buried in sand-swept deserts, perched atop towering mountains, and shrouded in the heart of dense jungles. These age-old structures stand as silent sentinels from the past, their true history seemingly erased by time. Can modern archaeology unravel the enigma of how-and why-these wonders were built?

  • E4Mysteries of the Vikings
    · 42m

    During the Middle Ages, the Vikings were infamous for being a bloodthirsty band of seafaring warriors; historians are learning surprising new things about this Norse society.

  • E5Strange Stories of the Presidents
    · 42m

    There are many bizarre tales involving U.S. presidents that defy explanation and are still shrouded in mystery.

  • E6Bizarre Afflictions
    · 42m

    Throughout history, tales of inexplicable maladies to both the body, and the mind, have stirred morbid curiosity and palpable fear. From mysterious wounds that appear for no apparent reason--to a peculiar madness that compels people to dance themselves to death. Are these bizarre afflictions merely fabrications of the mind? Or could they arise from unseen forces that are beyond our comprehension?

  • E7Strange Technology
    · 42m

    There are many puzzling artifacts from around the world that challenge everything known about the technological capabilities of distant ancestors; some ancient objects are so mysterious they've spawned endless debate and theories.

  • E8Unbreakable Codes
    · 42m

    There's nothing more fascinating than a code that can't be cracked. For centuries, mankind has devised ingenious ways to hide valuable information using everything from enigmatic puzzles, to complex ciphers and secret symbols. If history's unbreakable codes can be deciphered, could we unlock answers to some of the greatest mysteries of both the past and present?

  • E9Strange Stories of World War II
    · 42m

    During World War II, a number of persistent mysteries were born including unexplained stories about everything from lost gold, to secret societies and highly advanced technology.

  • E10Monsters Among Us
    · 42m

    Since the dawn of humanity, tales of monstrous creatures lurking in the shadows of our world have sparked both fascination and fear. Today, we often dismiss these accounts as the stuff of myth and legend, but are we overlooking a potentially terrifying reality? With scientists discovering as many as 18,000 new animal species every year, isn't it conceivable that there could be real-life, flesh and blood monsters living among us?

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Season 22020
18 episodes

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Networks
History
Seasons
8 · 108 episodes
Runtime
43m per episode
Status
Returning Series
Language
EN
First aired
July 19, 2019
Content rating
TV-14
Country
United States of America
Production
Prometheus Entertainment
IMDB ID
tt10098498

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