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Mostly True Stories?: Urban Legends Revealed

Mostly True Stories?: Urban Legends Revealed

Description: Exploring the origins and credibility of urban legends through re-enactment and research.
Genre: Drama
Year Released: 2002
Number of seasons: 4
First episode air date: March 19, 2002
Presented By: Natasha Henstridge
Network: TLC
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