10 Shows Like MonsterQuest (2007)

Description: This show follows a team of investigators as they travel to remote locations to explore reports of cryptids, ghosts, and other unexplained phenomena, blending adventure with paranormal investigation.

Fact: The host, Josh Gates, later went on to create and host Expedition Unknown. The show often featured dangerous and exotic locations, adding a layer of real-world adventure to the paranormal investigations.

Description: This series analyzes video and photographic evidence of unexplained phenomena, including cryptids, UFOs, and supernatural events, with expert commentary.

Fact: The show uses a panel of experts to debate the authenticity of each piece of evidence. It often features never-before-seen footage submitted by viewers.

Description: A speculative series that examines the theory that extraterrestrials visited Earth in ancient times, influencing human civilization and leaving behind unexplained artifacts.

Fact: The show popularized the phrase 'Ancient Astronaut Theory' and has been both praised and criticized for its controversial claims. It features interviews with researchers and theorists from various fields.

Description: A team of researchers and enthusiasts travel across North America and beyond to investigate reports of Bigfoot sightings, using technology and fieldwork to gather evidence.

Fact: The team included a renowned Bigfoot researcher, Matt Moneymaker, and a skeptical scientist, Dr. Jeff Meldrum. The show often featured night investigations with thermal cameras.

Description: Host Josh Gates travels the world to investigate unsolved mysteries, lost cities, and legendary treasures, often touching on cryptid sightings and paranormal lore.

Fact: The show evolved from Destination Truth, with a broader focus on adventure and mystery. Gates' charismatic hosting style and humor make it accessible to a wide audience.

Description: A team of investigators uses scientific methods and technology to debunk or validate viral videos and photos of paranormal activity, focusing on cryptids and supernatural claims.

Fact: The team included former FBI agents and special effects experts, lending credibility to their analyses. The show often recreated scenarios to test the plausibility of the footage.

Description: A documentary-style series that recounts firsthand accounts of supernatural encounters, often featuring dramatic reenactments of cryptid sightings and hauntings.

Fact: The show was known for its cinematic reenactments, which added a horror-movie feel to the stories. It covered a wide range of phenomena, from ghosts to UFOs.

Description: This series follows a group of paranormal investigators as they explore haunted locations, using scientific equipment to document and analyze supernatural activity.

Fact: It was one of the first reality shows to focus on paranormal investigation, inspiring many similar series. The team often stayed overnight in notoriously haunted locations to gather evidence.

Description: A team of Appalachian hunters and trappers investigate local legends of cryptids and monsters, using their outdoor skills to track and trap these creatures.

Fact: The team, known as the AIMS (Appalachian Investigators of Mysterious Sightings), often builds elaborate traps to catch the creatures. The show has a strong regional flavor, focusing on Appalachian folklore.

Description: This series explores strange and unexplained artifacts housed in museums, often delving into historical mysteries and oddities that border on the paranormal.

Fact: Each episode typically features three or four different stories, making it a fast-paced exploration of weird history. The show has covered everything from haunted objects to cryptic ancient relics.