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The Unexplained Files

2013–2014 · 2 seasons

A measured, eerie documentary that walks through real-world mysteries with a straight face, inviting you to wonder without ever quite settling the question.

Created by
John O'Mahony, Andy Robbins
Genres
Mystery, Documentary
Starring
Chuck Zukowski, Richard Le Sueur
Overview
From strange abductions, to mutated species, to bizarre occurrences, there are some phenomena that science cannot - or will not - explain. This summer Science Channel unveils some of these shocking and mind-boggling cases from around the world in the world premiere series THE UNEXPLAINED FILES. From mysterious disappearances and UFO encounters, to unidentified fanged predators and reported curses, THE UNEXPLAINED FILES investigates actual, inexplicable occurrences that have confounded scientists and inspired legends. Science Channel invites viewers on a mystifying journey that will challenge disbelief with THE UNEXPLAINED FILES.

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Created by
John O'Mahony, Andy Robbins
Genres
Mystery, Documentary
Starring
Chuck Zukowski, Richard Le Sueur
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Tone
  • eeriestrength 2 of 3
  • tensestrength 1 of 3
  • earneststrength 1 of 3
Pacing
measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention
engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes
  • mystery
  • conspiracy
  • fate
  • survival
  • nature
Places
  • wilderness
  • small town
  • countryside
Era
contemporary
Audience
adult
Form
  • documentary
  • anthology
  • true story
Content intensity
  • Gore mild
  • Language mild
  • Violence mild
  • Sex none
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Action2
Horror4
Humour1
Realism7
Romance0
Tension6
Darkness5
Complexity4
Emotional weight3

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Details

Genres
mystery, documentary
Created by
John O'Mahony, Andy Robbins, Sean Smith, Chris Holt, Stan Griffin
Written by
Chris Holt, Nat Sharman, Sean Smith, Tim Conrad
Starring
Chuck Zukowski, Richard Le Sueur
Length
2 seasons, 19 episodes, 60 min each
Network
Science
Country
United Kingdom
Languages
English

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