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Science is powerful, but there is much it can't explain and when people see, hear or believe something that is not explained, science finds itself trying to prove things don't exist. World's Most Unexplained investigates some of the greatest and most enduring mysteries of history and life on earth and beyond.
Suitable for 15 and older
Season 1
26 episodes
  • 1. Episode 1

    1. Episode 1

    A priest, showing the same crucifixion wounds as Jesus Christ, claims to have suffered from stigmata. Experts investigate whether his story is true or just a religious hoax.
    A priest, showing the same crucifixion wounds as Jesus Christ, claims to have suffered from stigmata. Experts investigate whether his story is true or just a religious hoax.
    Suitable for 15 and older
    21min
    Sep 2, 2025
  • 2. Episode 2

    2. Episode 2

    Experts investigate whether a controversial union leader's disappearance is linked to the mob or if he went missing on his own accord.
    Experts investigate whether a controversial union leader's disappearance is linked to the mob or if he went missing on his own accord.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Jan 15, 2025
  • 3. Episode 3

    3. Episode 3

    Experts and eyewitnesses explore some of the most-extraordinary happenings at Myrtles Plantation that science can't explain.
    Experts and eyewitnesses explore some of the most-extraordinary happenings at Myrtles Plantation that science can't explain.
    Suitable for 15 and older
    21min
    Jan 15, 2025
  • 4. Episode 4

    4. Episode 4

    Numerous aviation disasters are associated with the number 191, leading many airlines to refuse to schedule a flight 191 out of skepticism and fear.
    Numerous aviation disasters are associated with the number 191, leading many airlines to refuse to schedule a flight 191 out of skepticism and fear.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    20min
    Sep 3, 2025
  • 5. Episode 5

    5. Episode 5

    Residents of a village reported seeing a statue of the Virgin Mary move, but some believe the phenomenon was just an optical illusion or a prank.
    Residents of a village reported seeing a statue of the Virgin Mary move, but some believe the phenomenon was just an optical illusion or a prank.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 4, 2025
  • 6. Episode 6

    6. Episode 6

    The White House is one of the most-famous and most-haunted residences in the world. Experts investigate claims of extraordinary paranormal activity.
    The White House is one of the most-famous and most-haunted residences in the world. Experts investigate claims of extraordinary paranormal activity.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 4, 2025
  • 7. Episode 7

    7. Episode 7

    The Cecil Hotel in LA has earned a notorious reputation for death and violence. Experts investigate why it has become a magnet for ghosts and serial killers.
    The Cecil Hotel in LA has earned a notorious reputation for death and violence. Experts investigate why it has become a magnet for ghosts and serial killers.
    Suitable for 15 and older
    21min
    Sep 9, 2025
  • 8. Episode 8

    8. Episode 8

    Millions mourned the death of Elvis Presley in 1977, but he's been spotted hundreds of times since.
    Millions mourned the death of Elvis Presley in 1977, but he's been spotted hundreds of times since.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 9, 2025
  • 9. Episode 9

    9. Episode 9

    People reveal details from their past lives as celebrities, while experts investigate evidence that suggests death may not be the end of our existence.
    People reveal details from their past lives as celebrities, while experts investigate evidence that suggests death may not be the end of our existence.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 10, 2025
  • 10. Episode 10

    10. Episode 10

    Hypnotherapist Adrian Finkelstein and his patient claim that they are Paul Bern and his wife, actress Jean Harlow, reincarnated.
    Hypnotherapist Adrian Finkelstein and his patient claim that they are Paul Bern and his wife, actress Jean Harlow, reincarnated.
    Suitable for 15 and older
    21min
    Sep 10, 2025
  • 11. Episode 11

    11. Episode 11

    In 1977, schoolchildren spot a cigar-shaped aircraft in Wales. The sighting transforms the quiet seaside town into a UFO hot spot.
    In 1977, schoolchildren spot a cigar-shaped aircraft in Wales. The sighting transforms the quiet seaside town into a UFO hot spot.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 11, 2025
  • 12. Episode 12

    12. Episode 12

    Since his death on June 25, 2009, some fans have maintained that Michael Jackson is alive and in hiding.
    Since his death on June 25, 2009, some fans have maintained that Michael Jackson is alive and in hiding.
    Suitable for 15 and older
    21min
    Sep 11, 2025
  • 13. Episode 13

    13. Episode 13

    Alleged sightings of leprechauns and fairies are nothing new in Ireland. Experts debate whether these Celtic creatures are fact or fiction.
    Alleged sightings of leprechauns and fairies are nothing new in Ireland. Experts debate whether these Celtic creatures are fact or fiction.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 16, 2025
  • 14. Episode 14

    14. Episode 14

    Experts investigate if a mysterious caller had inside knowledge about the assassination of President John F Kennedy.
    Experts investigate if a mysterious caller had inside knowledge about the assassination of President John F Kennedy.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 16, 2025
  • 15. Episode 15

    15. Episode 15

    Investigate extraordinary events that defy scientific explanation. World's most unexplained delves into spontaneous human combustion. Should you be afraid?
    Investigate extraordinary events that defy scientific explanation. World's most unexplained delves into spontaneous human combustion. Should you be afraid?
    Suitable for 15 and older
    21min
    Sep 17, 2025
  • 16. Episode 16

    16. Episode 16

    Amersham, a small town 30 miles north of London, is reputed to be the most haunted town in the world. Why do so many people for a bygone age haunt Amersham's streets and inns?
    Amersham, a small town 30 miles north of London, is reputed to be the most haunted town in the world. Why do so many people for a bygone age haunt Amersham's streets and inns?
    Suitable for 15 and older
    22min
    Sep 17, 2025
  • 17. Episode 17

    17. Episode 17

    Experts investigate why religious apparitions appear on seemingly normal objects to seemingly normal people. Is it blind faith or supernatural phenomena?
    Experts investigate why religious apparitions appear on seemingly normal objects to seemingly normal people. Is it blind faith or supernatural phenomena?
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 18, 2025
  • 18. Episode 18

    18. Episode 18

    Paranormal experts and skeptics explore the mysterious world of psychics. Is it a talent, a supernatural gift or a hoax?
    Paranormal experts and skeptics explore the mysterious world of psychics. Is it a talent, a supernatural gift or a hoax?
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 18, 2025
  • 19. Episode 19

    19. Episode 19

    What happens when people take their numerophobia too seriously? Experts investigate why certain numbers incite fear and panic in people.
    What happens when people take their numerophobia too seriously? Experts investigate why certain numbers incite fear and panic in people.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 22, 2025
  • 20. Episode 20

    20. Episode 20

    Believers and skeptics debate the origins and meanings of the mysterious formations known as crop circles.
    Believers and skeptics debate the origins and meanings of the mysterious formations known as crop circles.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 22, 2025
  • 21. Episode 21

    21. Episode 21

    Experts investigate whether centuries-old paintings of aliens and UFOs are artistic renderings of real sightings, a coded message for humankind, or just a coincidence.
    Experts investigate whether centuries-old paintings of aliens and UFOs are artistic renderings of real sightings, a coded message for humankind, or just a coincidence.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 23, 2025
  • 22. Episode 22

    22. Episode 22

    Experts investigate if a series of house fires across the UK are linked to an allegedly cursed portrait.
    Experts investigate if a series of house fires across the UK are linked to an allegedly cursed portrait.
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 23, 2025
  • 23. Episode 23

    23. Episode 23

    'Death shall come on swift wings to him who disturbs the peace of the King,' so the inscription goes. Is there truly a curse that haunts the original discoverers of Tutankhamun?
    'Death shall come on swift wings to him who disturbs the peace of the King,' so the inscription goes. Is there truly a curse that haunts the original discoverers of Tutankhamun?
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 24, 2025
  • 24. Episode 24

    24. Episode 24

    A strange creature was reportedly seen in a wooded area of Massachusetts by different people, all giving similar descriptions. Coincidence, collusion, or a genuine mystery?
    A strange creature was reportedly seen in a wooded area of Massachusetts by different people, all giving similar descriptions. Coincidence, collusion, or a genuine mystery?
    PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
    21min
    Sep 24, 2025
  • World's Most Unexplained
    2025
    Science is powerful, but there is much it can't explain and when people see, hear or believe something that is not explained, science finds itself trying to prove things don't exist. World's Most Unexplained investigates some of the greatest and most enduring mysteries of history and life on earth and beyond.
    Creators and Cast
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    A+E Networks
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    Suitable for 15 and older
    violencesubstance useFlashing lights and strobing patterns might affect photosensitive viewers
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