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Unsolved Mysteries

Unsolved Mysteries

Description: This series uses re-enactments and interviews to retell the circumstances of, well, mysteries that are unsolved. Covering crimes, tales of lost love, unexplained history and paranormal events, viewers are encouraged to provide information that might solve the mystery.
Genre: Documentary, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Year Released: 1987
Number of seasons: 14
Number of episodes: 608
First episode air date: January 20, 1987
Presented By: Raymond Burr, Karl Malden, Robert Stack, Virginia Madsen, Dennis Farina
Theme Songs: Unsolved Mysteries Opening Theme Song, Unsolved Mysteries Closing Theme Song
Networks: Netflix, NBC, Paramount Network, CBS, Lifetime
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