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Ancient Mysteries

Ancient Mysteries

Description: Nimoy explores tales of the unknown or supernatural.
Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 1994
Number of seasons: 5
Number of episodes: 93
First episode air date: January 7, 1994
Cast: Leonard Nimoy
Networks: A+E Networks, A&E Network
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