Everyone loves a good ghost story, right? Creepy tales told ‘round the campfire have been a longstanding tradition and, in modern times, that tradition has turned into sitting around the TV watchingotherpeople’s ghost stories. Thankfully, for fans ofall things spooky, there are plenty of shows out there that bring the hauntings straight to the audience’s front door.
With no shortage of shows that hone in on the belief that the world is, in fact, very haunted, it can be tough to settle on just one. This is exactly why a specially curated list of shows both new and ongoing is exactly what every amateur ghost hunter needs for the perfect, creepy night in.
10Project Fear
YouTube’s Favorite Ghost-Hunting Group, Formerly OfDestination Fear
While still relatively new regarding ghost-hunting shows,Project Fearhas had its viewers on edge since 2023. With episodes that are roughly an hour long, this documentary-style show follows experts Dakota, Chelsea, Tanner, and Alex as they explore haunted locations with an unsavory reputation.
The best part about this show? Fans are all too familiar with its experts since they’re the same paranormal experts who were onDestination Fear.Project Fearbecame the new spin-off, thus bringing fans old and new into the fray investigating anything from decrepit asylums to haunted hotels.
9The Unexplained
William Shatner Takes Fans Down Every Rabbit Hole Possible
Hosted by William Shatner,The Unexplainedis where the worlds of the paranormal and the metaphysical meet to create an entertaining - yet educational - show. During its hour-long episodes, fans will be introduced to anything from conspiracy theories to the world’s most prolific hauntings, with experts to provide a solid background of information.
While the show does cater to things outside the ghost realm, several episodes speak to the paranormal: “Life Beyond Death”, “Evil Places”, “Bizarre Vanishings”, “Satanic Encounters”, “Tales of the Dearly Departed”, and “The Lost” might be of particular interest to ghost lovers.
A Classic That’s Still Entertaining
The Dead Filesis a Travel Channel favorite, hosted by paranormal researcher Amy Allan and former U.S. Marine Steve DiSciavi. Together, the two make an unbeatable team during paranormal investigations, using a combination of sound logic and reasoning to interpret their findings.
However, this also means there are some minor conflicts when it comes to hauntings - and how legitimate they are. With a long roster of reputable locations on the episode list, fans of the paranormal will have no shortage of ghosts to meet here - it’s also theperfect Halloween horror binge.
7Paranormal Caught On Camera
Viewers Can Judge What They See For Themselves
The best thing about watchingParanormal Caught On Camerais that the audience is just as involved as the experts are. While the show itself doesn’t involve any formal investigation, paranormal and scientific experts weigh in and provide opinions on viewer-sent videos.
Fans can expect anything from videos of unidentified objects in the sky, to truly chilling proof that has everyone looking over their shoulder before they leave the room. Each episode is unique, and it’s up to viewers at home to determine if what they’re seeing is real or staged.
6Kindred Spirits
A Unique Team Investigating Well-Known Haunts
Kindred Spiritsis an oldie but a goodie and is still a tried and true Travel Channel favorite. What makes this show so memorable and still has fans bingeing it to this day is its cast: Adam Berry and Amy Bruni were formerly fromGhost HuntersandGhost Hunters Academyand brought their ghost-hunting skills with them when this show aired in 2016.
Rather than going toknownparanormal locations, Berry and Bruni investigate the homes of those who claim they’ve been haunted. Their goal is to determine whether there is paranormal activity and then determine where it’s coming from - and each episode doesn’t always lead to a happy ending.
5Ghost Adventures
A Little Drama Never Hurt Any Ghost Story
Ghost Adventureshas been a SyFy Channel production since 2007 after it moved away from the Travel Channel, being led by well-known paranormal investigator Zak Bagans. While manyaccusationshave been made about the show’s accuracy, it hasn’t stopped fans from continuing to watch every new episode as Bagans explores the world’s most paranormal haunts with Aaron Goodwin, Billy Tolley, and Jay Wasley.
For those seeking a ghost show that adds a little more drama than the average,Ghost Adventuresis a pretty safe bet.
428 Days Haunted
Perfect For Fans Of Ed And Lorraine Warren
When28 Days Hauntedhit Netflix in 2022, it brought with it plenty of mixed reactions,although it’s still not the worst horror-themed show. While some viewers argued about the legitimacy of the show’s intent, others vouched for the intense nature of its 28-day lockdowns.
In an effort to prove famed paranormal investigatorsEd and Lorraine Warren, modern-day investigators spent 28 days on the sites of their most notable cases. This one isn’t for the faint of heart, but also… take its speculations with a grain of salt.
3Ghost Hunters
It’s Become A Cult Classic When It comes To Amateur Ghost Hunting
Ghost Huntershas had a myriad of spin-offs with the original crew, who are Roto-Rooters by day,and ghost hunters by night. While this show has gone through the wringer in terms of legitimacy, its campiness is exactly what some fans are looking for when watching a shot about tracking down the paranormal.
As the team investigates each haunting, they attempt to use science and logic to determine whether a home is being haunted. Sometimes, it’s a loud pipe while other times, it’s a disembodied EVP that can’t be deciphered by human ears. Either way, it’s a fun - and also, nostalgic - watch.
2Haunted
Truly Chilling And Not For The Faint Of Heart
Yet another Netflix series,Haunteddives into real-life stories of everyday people who have experienced something truly terrifying. While the show currently has three seasons, each one is scarier than the last, and there are no filters when it comes to the terror that each episode brings with it.
For those who are seeking a truly harrowing account of the paranormal,Hauntedis a good place to start streaming. It’s notParanormal Activity-level, but it’s pretty close.
1Unsolved Mysteries
The Classic Reboot Offers Something For Everyone
Since the show’s reboot,Unsolved Mysterieshas consistently been one of Netflix’stop ten horror-themed showsfor years now. While many episodes dive into a wide array of paranormal activity, several episodes hone in on ghosts and ghost stories, specifically.
For those interested in watching the ghost and paranormal-focused episodes, here are some to check out:
