The UnXplained


The UnXplained
  • Bewertung: 7,20
  • Jahr der Ersterscheinung: 2019
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Länder: United States
  • Dauer: 43 Minuten

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.

  • 1. Evil Places
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    Deadly forest. Haunted houses. Mountains where visitors never return alive. Are there such things as “evil places”? Places where bad things seem to repeatedly – and inexplicably – happen? And if so, is it possible that these locations are imbued with dark energy that is currently beyond our understanding?
  • 2. Mysterious Structures
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    For centuries, archaeologists have tried to unravel the mysteries of how – and why – certain incredible structures like the Great Pyramid at Giza, the staircase at Loretto Chapel, and Coral Castle were built. Will we ever find the answers? Or, might these structures have been intentionally constructed to perpetually mystify us?
  • 3. Strange Creatures
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    Millions of people around the world claim to have had an encounter with a creature unlike any recognized by mainstream science – such as the Mothman, Chupacabra, and Mongolian Death Worm. Could these incredible creatures be real? And if so, what could possibly explain these freaks of nature?
  • 4. Unnatural Nature
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    Many mysteries of planet Earth are far from understood. How was Devil’s Tower formed? Or why do some people get struck by lightning multiple times? While some may write off these as random occurrences, might they instead point to a new understanding of not only our planet’s past – but also its future?
  • 5. Bizarre Rituals
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    Ancient practices such as prayer, blood sports, voodoo, and exorcism are often thought to be relics of bygone superstition – but there is evidence they have an impact on the physical world. Is it possible that the mind and body can use the power of ritual to tap into hidden forces that lie just beyond the grasp of conventional explanation?
  • 6. Life Beyond Death
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    Perhaps the greatest unexplained mystery of all is: what happens to us after we die? Perhaps clues to the answer lie in unusual cases of near-death experience, reincarnation, and how memories can be passed from organ donors to transplant recipients. Are these phenomena figments of our collective imagination, or could they be real?
  • 7. Mysteries of the Mind
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    Even after centuries of study, the human mind remains as inscrutable as ever. Could the quintessential human machine, the brain, be even more powerful than we realize? And does that suggest that fantastic abilities such as Remote Viewing will one day be recognized not as science fiction, but as science fact–even if, for the moment, they remain UnXplained?
  • 8. Incredible Survivors
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    How do some people live through the impossible? Whether it's plane crashes, bearing freezing temperatures, or performing superhuman feats while in danger ? remarkable tales of human survival force us to reconsider what we know about our own will to live. Do we have a hidden reserve of inexplicable energy locked away inside us ? that only gets released when the situation calls for it?
  • 1. The Oak Island Curse
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    Could a cache of fantastic riches have been buried centuries ago on a tiny island in the North Atlantic? And if such a treasure exists, who buried it? For more than 200 years, treasure hunters have been coming to Oak Island in search of a treasure that has so far eluded them all, and has even cost six men their lives. Could it be that, as legend suggests, the treasure is protected by a deadly curse?
  • 2. Dark Prophecies
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    Can humans predict the future by use of prophets and dreams, if so, can humankind harness this knowledge to avoid future deadly events.
  • 3. Lost Civilizations
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    A look at what could cause once-thriving groups of people to just abandon their great cities, never to return; modern scientific knowledge may be able to help answer the unsolved questions surrounding these lost civilizations.
  • 4. Deadly Cults
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    Deadly dances. Masters of manipulation. Mass suicides. Murder. Many of the world’s deadliest cults ventured down dark, dangerous rabbit-holes of twisted ideologies, persuading their members to kill–sometimes other people, sometimes themselves.
  • 5. Extreme Weather Mysteries
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    A house that narrowly dodges the path of a tornado; rain that falls from the sky like blood; lightning that follows into the home.
  • 6. Mysterious Stones
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  • 7. Vampires and Werewolves
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    Dracula; Lycaon of Arcadial; and the Beast of Gévaudan are the names of grotesque monsters who have reared their terrifying heads throughout history. It is discussed whether these monsters could be real.
  • 9. The Greatest Escapes
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    Stories of escape that defy explanation; Harry Houdini pulls off escape acts; an attempted prison break from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary; one man receives guidance that allows him to escape the South Tower of the World Trade Center on 9/11.
  • 10. Superhuman Senses
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    The five senses: sight, smell, hearing, taste and touch; constructing the reality of the world around us, like a blank canvas continuously painted and repainted every day.
  • 11. Mysterious Curses
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    Throughout history, many have believed that certain places, things, or even people can be tainted with dark curses. Ominous lakes that morph into watery graves. Unlucky numbers that seem to cause bad things to happen. Paintings and precious stones, which bring death and destruction to their keepers. But can these mysterious curses really have the power to bring us harm? And if so, is it possible to understand their power, or will it remain UnXplained?
  • 12. The Truth About UFO's
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    For decades, the debate has raged as to what exactly Unidentified Flying Objects–or “UFOs”–really are. Theories have been put forth that attribute them to everything from secret military aircraft to weather phenomena and more. But by far, the most controversial theory is that these objects are, in fact, spacecraft that have been piloted to Earth by extraterrestrial beings. It's a seemingly outlandish notion, but could it be true? And if so, how much does the government know about these spacecraft–and the aliens who are visiting our planet?
  • 13. The Underground World
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    Despite all of our modern technology and sophistication, there is much that we still don't know about what lies beneath our feet, deep underground. What is at the center of the Earth?
  • 14. Leading Double Lives
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    Stories of those who lead double lives are both daring and baffling. What compels a person to attempt to become someone else? Is it merely for material gain, to pull off an ingenious scam? Or is there a deeper reason? At one time or another, we’ve all fantasized about trying on a new identity, but when does the line between impersonation and transformation get blurred? Is it possible that by pretending to be someone else, a person can actually become that person, at least in their mind?
  • 1. Mysteries of the Bible
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    Mysteries of the Bible
  • 2. Mysterious Mummies
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    Mysterious Mummies
  • 3. Secrets of America's Monuments
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    Many see them as massive testaments to America's progress. Some view them as immutable symbols of the human spirit. Others perceive them as sacred shrines dedicated to the ideals of liberty and freedom. But no matter what they represent–America's monuments are in arguably impressive due to their colossal size and scope, their groundbreaking feats of engineering, and their storied histories. Why is it that America's greatest monuments continue to enthrall us decades–and sometimes centuries–after their creation? And perhaps more importantly, what closely guarded secrets may their implacable facades be hiding?
  • 4. The Search for Atlantis
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    According to the Greek philosopher Plato, the lost continent of Atlantis was once home to an advanced civilization before it was destroyed in a cataclysm. But was Plato's story merely a myth? Or did Atlantis really exist? For centuries, archaeologists have tried to uncover evidence to prove that this legend is true. Will Atlantis finally be re-discovered, perhaps by employing modern technology? Or will this lost civilization remain…UnXplained?
  • 5. Extraordinary Engineering
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    For centuries, humanity has been compelled to build remarkable structures that are much more than simple places of shelter or work. What makes us want to create magnificent buildings that are bigger and grander than ourselves–and last for centuries? Whether it's Stonehenge, the Notre Dame Cathedral, or the world's tallest skyscrapers–extraordinary works of engineering are evidence of a strong instinct within us that we don't fully understand. Are we trying to prove something? Or perhaps show our power over nature? Or could there be another reason that is, for now…UnXplained?
  • 6. The Power Of Gold
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  • 7. The Truth About Bigfoot
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    For centuries, legends and eyewitness accounts have told of a massive, hairy creature that roams the forest on two legs.
  • 8. Bizarre Vanishings
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    Stories of mysterious disappearances are compelling and confounding; cases of bizarre happenings, such as Flight MH370 and disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle.
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  • 3. What Lies Below?
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    More than 80% of the Earth's oceans remain unexplored, and in many ways, the underwater world is the final frontier. As new technology allows us to explore oceans and deep lakes more than ever before, what will we find? Will we discover profound secrets about the oceans? Underwater ruins that were lost for thousands of years? Or perhaps something even more extraordinary?
  • 4. Secrets of Abandoned Places
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    From the ancient Babylonian's to modern day urban explorers, mankind has always been fascinated by abandoned places. What is the allure that draws us to these post-apocalyptic landscapes? Is it simply morbid curiosity? Or, something harder to define? Could abandoned places actually be places of ‘magic’–as the ancients believed? Well, that is what we will try and find out.
  • 10. Mysteries of the Missing Link
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    Today, human civilization spans the globe, and there are more than 7 billion people on Earth. But how did humanity evolve? Although many around the globe believe that the divine hand of God placed homo sapiens on Earth, were there other kinds of human-like creatures–cousins of man–that could have been just as intelligent as us? And if so, might these other species still exist today, perhaps in remote parts of the world?
  • 13. Wonders of the Ancient World
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    Remarkable feats of engineering from our ancient past span the globe. Some are amazing in size. Others in sophistication. Some are so strange they border on inexplicable. Did the ancients have advanced scientific knowledge that has been lost to time? How–and why–did they fashion these incredible wonders?
  • 14. The Hunt For Jack The Ripper
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    Who was Jack the Ripper? The question has baffled police investigators, historians, and armchair detectives for over a century. Countless books, movies, and television shows have been based on the Ripper's murderous exploits each with their own unique take on the killer's identity. Was he an accomplished surgeon? A member of the British royal family? Did he actually exist at all? Over 130 years later, are we any closer to the identity of one of history's most notorious serial murderers?
  • 15. The Search for Extraterrestrial Life
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    Space. The Final Frontier–and the ultimate mystery. Scientists are involved in a never-ending quest to understand the vast universe our planet inhabits. But it seems that for each answer science provides, even more questions arise. Our own solar system is populated by mysterious objects and phenomenon that seem to defy our attempts to understand them. And when we get deeper into space, the mysteries only deepen. What could lay beyond the confines of the Milky Way? Are there galaxies similar to our own? Could they be capable of sustaining intelligent life? And is that life trying to contact us?
  • 16. Real Life Monsters
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    For centuries, fantastic tales of terrifying monsters have fascinated mankind. Bizarre beasts of all shapes and sizes have been portrayed in some of history's most classic stories and folklore. But what if these creatures were more than just works of imagination and superstition? Could these stories of legendary creatures be inspired by actual events and where does the line between fact and fiction fall? Do these famous monsters still lurk in the dark corner of our globe today?
  • 17. America's Lost Treasures
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    For hundreds of years there have been legends of vast treasures hidden throughout the United States. Stories of stolen gold, piracy, murderous revenge, but are these legends of lost treasures tall tales? Or is it possible that these valuables are out there, waiting to be discovered?
  • 18. The Bermuda Triangle and the Beyond
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    All over the world are forbidden ‘triangles’–mysterious regions where ships, planes, and people enter and then just disappear. They are found in Bermuda, Alaska, Japan and elsewhere. But why? Do these locations defy the laws of physics? Or is it possible that there are some places on Earth that we are simply not meant to go?
  • 19. Secrets of the Founding Fathers
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    The Founding Fathers established the pillars of freedom and democracy in the United States; more than two centuries after their bold vision came to life, new information has emerged about the agendas and secrets of these important historical figures.
  • 20. The Weird Wild West
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    The American frontier is full of legends of cowboys, Native Americans, and outlaws. But there are also many eerie stories of cursed mountains, monsters and even UFOs. Could these tales be true? Is the Wild West much stranger than commonly though?
  • 21. Devastating Disasters
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    In our modern world, we tend to think that technology and scientific knowledge can help protect us from almost anything, including natural disasters. But is that really true? Or are we just as vulnerable today in the face of raging fires, violent earthquakes, and destructive hurricanes as our ancestors were in the past?
  • 22. Mysterious Monoliths
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    All over the world, there are giant monoliths that our ancient ancestors carved out of solid rock. But what was the purpose of these huge stone monuments? Did they serve some kind of ritual function? Were they intended to honor the gods? Or is it possible that, as some believe, certain monoliths were actually designed to conduct energy?
  • 1. Lost Cities
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    For centuries archaeologists and explorers have been obsessed with locating ancient cities lost to time. Some of these places are recorded in historical texts, while others are part of oral traditions and folklore. How does a once-thriving community become a lost city? And if their ruins are found, what secrets might be they reveal about human history?
  • 2. Tales of the Dearly Departed
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    For over 100,000 years, humans have found ways to lay the dead to rest. Graves, tombs, cremations are all considered respectful ways to provide the deceased with a final resting place. But is it possible that some of these practices can preserve the soul for eternity? Or even bring the dead back to life?
  • 3. Curses Unleashed
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    Throughout history, every major civilization has believed in curses, and their power to inflict harm on the unsuspecting. Today, many people are still afraid of walking into a cursed place or touching a reportedly-cursed object. But if curses are real then what brings them into existence? And how are they triggered?
  • 4. Earth's Unsolved Mysteries
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    The world is full of stunning displays of natural phenomena that are so spectacular and, at times, so strange they defy conventional wisdom. Can science explain Earth's mysteries? Or does human knowledge of the Earth only scratch the surface?
  • 5. The Power of Prophecy
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    Throughout history, many have claimed to be able to see into the future. These mystics, prophets, and clairvoyants received visions of events that changed the course of history. But what did their prophecies reveal? And what predictions did they make for the future of mankind?
  • 6. Mysterious Monsters
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  • 7. Sacred Rituals
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  • 8. UFO Hotspots
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    Every year, thousands of people report looking up at the sky and witnessing unidentified flying objects. A vast majority of these strange and disturbing incidents take place in the same locations on Earth. Is it possible that extraterrestrial spacecraft are repeatedly visiting Earth at so-called “UFO Hot Spots?”
  • 9. Extraordinary Structures
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    Throughout the world, there are ancient structures that defy explanation because even with today's technology they would be nearly impossible to duplicate. How were ancient civilizations able to build such extraordinary structures? And what purpose did they serve?
  • 10. Holy Relics
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    Throughout history and across the globe, there have been many sacred relics believed to be imbued with mystical powers. Is it really possible that these ordinary items, like a tooth, or a soldier's spear, can have the ability to perform miracles?
  • 1. The World Beneath Our Feet
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    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?
  • 2. The Time Travelers
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    An exploration of the world's most fascinating, strange and inexplicable mysteries. Compelling contributions from scientists, historians, and witnesses as they seek to shed light on how the impossible can happen.
  • 3. Secrets of Ancient Structures
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    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?
  • 4. Mysteries of the Vikings
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    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.
  • 5. Strange Stories of the Presidents
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    There are many bizarre tales involving U.S. presidents that defy explanation and are still shrouded in mystery.
  • 6. Tales of the Tormented
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    An exploration of the world's most fascinating, strange and inexplicable mysteries. Compelling contributions from scientists, historians, and witnesses as they seek to shed light on how the impossible can happen.
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