The Unexplained Files


The Unexplained Files is an American television series on Science Channel that investigates paranormal and other unexplained phenomena.
According to a King Features spokesperson, it was the most watched series on the Science Channel during its first season in 2013 and had 8 episodes. The second season began July 29, 2014 and had 12 episodes planned.

Reception

New York Times critic Neil Genzlinger criticized the show as covering a subject that has "long been overworked, and shows that examine the unexplained tend to focus on the same old esoteric mysteries rather than the practical ones right under our noses." In a review for Skeptical Inquirer Stephanie Kemmerer writes that she had expected that a show on The Science Channel would "reflect science, logic, and reason." She was disappointed saying the show "cleverly and sneakily led viewers to a single conclusion." The only expert in the cattle mutilation episode, veterinarian Truman Smith was given 30 seconds to explain that the mutilations were made by predators, most of the show time was given to "outlandish theories". In conclusion Kemmerer writes that the show is biased and sensationalistic.

Episode list

Season 1 (2013 - 2014)

Season 2 (2014)