Unsolved Mysteries (1988)
Kernel Score: 87% · 145 ratings
Genres: Mystery, Drama, Crime
First aired: 1988-10-05
Seasons: 14 · 736 episodes
Where to watch Unsolved Mysteries
- Stream: Prime Video, Fubo, Peacock
- Free with ads: The CW, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Combines four to five segments of dramatic re-enactments, interviews and updates of real human and paranormal mysteries. An audience interactive call-to-action request allowed viewers to call in with tips to help solve the cases.
Unsolved Mysteries parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Unsolved Mysteries dramatizes real crimes and paranormal cases that can be unsettling.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Re-enactments cover true crimes and disappearances, which may be tense or unsettling for younger viewers.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Dennis Farina as Host
Unsolved Mysteries FAQ
Is Unsolved Mysteries good?
Unsolved Mysteries has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 145 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Unsolved Mysteries?
In the US you can stream Unsolved Mysteries on Prime Video, Fubo and Peacock, watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV and Plex and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is Unsolved Mysteries OK for kids?
Unsolved Mysteries is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Unsolved Mysteries dramatizes real crimes and paranormal cases that can be unsettling.
What shows are like Unsolved Mysteries?
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