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The UnXplained Season 2 Episodes
Season 2 Episode Guide
18 Episodes 2020 - 2021
Episode 1
The Greatest Escapes
Sat, Jul 11, 202042 mins
Some of history's greatest tales are stories of escape, the most incredible of which defy explanation. How did Harry Houdini pull off his daring feats? Was the "Escape from Alcatraz" in fact, successful? And what about the mysterious guidance one man received that allowed him to escape the South Tower of the World Trade Center on 9/11? Are there strange forces these escapees draw upon to beat the odds, where so many others fail? Or, like a great magic trick, will the secrets of how they cheated captivity remain UnXplained?
Episode 2
Superhuman Senses
Sat, Jul 18, 202042 mins
Investigators look into people with special abilities, some of them bordering on the superhuman. From a person who can see with his hearing, to a person who can taste what he sees to a person who can slice a baseball at speed.
Episode 3
Mysterious Curses
Sat, Jul 25, 202042 mins
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?
Episode 4
The Truth About UFO's
Sat, Aug 1, 202042 mins
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?
Episode 5
The Underground World
Sat, Aug 8, 202042 mins
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? Is there really a solid core of heavy metals, or could it be a hollow environment, as many researchers claim? And just how much of mankind's history took place underground? Recent discoveries of ancient underground structures such as the city of Derinkuyu and the Malta Hypogeum suggest that there may be more structures down there, waiting to be re-discovered. If much of our past was subterranean, could our future be as well?
Episode 6
Leading Double Lives
Sat, Aug 15, 202042 mins
Stories of great impostors are both daring and baffling. What compels a person to attempt to become someone else? Is it merely for material gain, or 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 in the case of great impostors--like Ferdinand Demara, "Clark Rockefeller" a.k.a Christian Gerhartsreiter, and Anna Anderson--their fantasies, in a sense, became reality. 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?
Episode 7
Mysteries of the Bible
Fri, Jan 1, 202142 mins
Many believe it to be the Word of God, while others claim it contains inconsistencies and contradictions that could only be manmade. But whether actually divine, or merely divinely inspired, the Bible is inarguably the most important historical text ever written. What is it about the Bible that continues to fascinate and compel us? Could its true nature have been lost or misinterpreted-or as some suspect, deliberately concealed-over time?
Episode 8
Mysterious Mummies
Fri, Jan 8, 202141 mins
From ancient civilizations to 20th century empires, mankind has had an inexplicable fascination with preserving the dead. But why? Could it be that death isn't really the end, but rather a transition to a new beginning?
Episode 9
Secrets of America's Monuments
Fri, Jan 15, 202142 mins
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?
Episode 10
The Search for Atlantis
Fri, Jan 22, 202142 mins
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?
Episode 11
Extraordinary Engineering
Fri, Jan 29, 202142 mins
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?
Episode 12
The Power of Gold
Fri, Feb 19, 202142 mins
Gold. It's one of the most valuable precious metals on the planet, has been coveted by societies for centuries, and can be found inside countless modern electronics. Mankind's quest for gold harkens back thousands of years, but what is the special power that gold wields over our collective consciousness? Is it merely because it's rare and valuable, or could it be something more than that?
Episode 13
The Truth About Bigfoot
Fri, Feb 26, 202142 mins
For centuries, legends and eyewitness accounts have told of a massive, hairy creature that roams the forest on two legs. While science has yet to prove the existence of this mythical man-beast, countless researchers and experiencers around the world are convinced that there is a giant, ape-like animal hiding in remote parts of the world. They point to the discovery of large, inexplicable footprints as evidence of the so-called "Bigfoot" that they hope to prove is real. But does Bigfoot actually exist?
Episode 14
Bizarre Vanishings
Fri, Mar 5, 202142 mins
Stories of mysterious disappearances are as compelling as they are confounding. Despite all of our modern technology, there are aspects of some vanishings that are bizarre and simply can't be explained. In the case of Malaysia Flight MH370, we may never know what caused the plane to go thousands of miles off course. Other cases are even more baffling, such as the strange incidents that have taken place in the Bermuda Triangle. While skeptics point out that they may be simple cases of bad luck, or bad weather, some researchers suggest that unknown forces may be involved. Can these bizarre vanishings be chalked up to tragic accidents? Or could they be the result of something more...UnXplained?
Episode 15
Serial Killers
Fri, Mar 12, 202142 mins
The total disregard for life exhibited by serial killers shocks our sense of humanity. How could human beings be capable of these horrific atrocities? And what causes such a murderous defect in the human psyche?
Episode 16
The Mystery of Plagues
Fri, Apr 2, 202142 mins
Experts examine some of the most devastating plagues in human history, as well as the scientific advances made in combating, or at least minimising the effects of some of these diseases.
Episode 17
Mysteries of the Moon
Fri, Apr 9, 202142 mins
For centuries, humanity has looked up at the Moon with a sense of wonder. But is the Moon just a rock floating in space? Or could it hold profound secrets-and perhaps even possess incredible powers? That is what we will try and find out.
Episode 18
Outrageous Robberies
Fri, Apr 16, 202142 mins
Will we ever understand the motivations that drive people to undertake the most bizarre, intricate, and dangerous crimes -- or will the mind of a master criminal remain - UnXplained?