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Cori aka ChrisSCrush · 12-27-2010, 05:37 AM

For those who enjoyed the ghost segments and get DirecTV, I highly recommend "Celebrity Ghost Stories." The tales are well-told with a lot of drama and human interest, and the reenactments are lavishly produced. This reminded me more of UM than anything I have seen in a long time. It's on Friday nights on the Bio Channel.

SageSlowdive · 12-28-2010, 01:45 AM

Forensic Files is the best thing that comes close.

MegtheEgg86 · 12-28-2010, 10:54 AM

I agree with Forensice Files. Cold Case Files reruns are close seconds, and American Justice was a pretty good one, too. Every once in a while City Confidential could put on a pretty good episode as well, although I don't feel like it was as consistent as the aforementioned shows.

everybodylovesrs · 12-29-2010, 12:56 PM

The problem with Forensic Files IMO is it is all SOLVED no-longer-mysteries cases, not UNSOLVED , wanted, etc.

Zlatko · 12-29-2010, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by everybodylovesrs

The problem with Forensic Files IMO is it is all SOLVED no-longer-mysteries cases, not UNSOLVED , wanted, etc.

I concur. This applies to most of the true crime shows currently on.

America's Most Wanted and Disappeared somewhat remind of Unsolved Mysteries as far as format goes. AMW is a downgraded version of UM, IMO.

crystaldawn · 12-29-2010, 06:26 PM

I really enjoy "Disappeared" from the ID channel. Its a 1 hour show dedicated to a fairly recent missing persons case. They even profiled the Niqui McCown case recently which of course UM also profiled.

everybodylovesrs · 12-29-2010, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by crystaldawn

I really enjoy "Disappeared" from the ID channel. Its a 1 hour show dedicated to a fairly recent missing persons case. They even profiled the Niqui McCown case recently which of course UM also profiled.

Will have to check out that one.

Apostapler · 12-30-2010, 01:07 AM

I agree with the ones everyone has mentioned. I also like 48 Hours on I.D. It's got that nice suspenseful feel to it. Snapped on Oxygen is a good show too. But like someone already said, the downside is these cases are all solved.

Cori aka ChrisSCrush · 12-30-2010, 01:22 AM

Yes, and on Celebrity Ghost Stories they're not asking for solutions and it's up to you whether you even believe them.

SitcomsAreTheWay · 01-03-2011, 03:30 AM

In my opinion, Forensic Files isn't actually a substitute, but rather as mind-boggling as many of the cases on UM. I guess you can say I view it more so as an alternative (I tried thinking of another word, but it failed to come to me).

Mysteryphile · 01-03-2011, 08:30 AM

I live in England and recently saw a show called "Weird or What?" It's an american show, so maybe you guys will be able to find it. It has a lot of strange mysteries (why do all cows all over the world either face north or south?) and while they give an idea why it might be, they are basically unsolved riddles. Its very unsolved-mysterish although I haven't seen any murders on it so far.

nohwheregirl · 01-04-2011, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by crystaldawn

I really enjoy "Disappeared" from the ID channel. Its a 1 hour show dedicated to a fairly recent missing persons case. They even profiled the Niqui McCown case recently which of course UM also profiled.

I have watched a few episodes of Disappeared now and I like it. Thanks for the recommendation.

I think it's difficult to get the same spooky feel of UM without the music and - of course - Robert Stack. I don't even think I've ever watch any of the Virginia Madsen episodes because it never felt right.

On paper, AMW is pretty similar to UM, but as much as I respect John Walsh, the show has always been practically unwatchable for me. I just don't like the style or the tough-guy tone of the show. It's a personal preference.

crystaldawn · 01-05-2011, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by nohwheregirl

I have watched a few episodes of Disappeared now and I like it. Thanks for the recommendation.

I think it's difficult to get the same spooky feel of UM without the music and - of course - Robert Stack. I don't even think I've ever watch any of the Virginia Madsen episodes because it never felt right.

On paper, AMW is pretty similar to UM, but as much as I respect John Walsh, the show has always been practically unwatchable for me. I just don't like the style or the tough-guy tone of the show. It's a personal preference.

Speaking of the show "Disappeared" I can't get their most recent episode out of my mind. One of the most bizarre cases I've heard about in a long time and would have made a great UM segment. An entire family disappears!! There's a ton about them online so here's a little more info:

http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2...mains-mystery/

Kane · 01-05-2011, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Zlatko

AMW is a downgraded version of UM, IMO.

When it comes to the subject of comparing the two shows, it reminds me of similar topics such as Pepsi vs. Coke and Burger King vs. McDonalds.

As for the subject of "UM Substitute Shows," there is a TV show called Missing. The show profiles missing persons. It debuted in 2003 and airs in syndication. I saw Missing in 2004, but none of the local stations in my area currently carry it.

In case anyone is curious about the show, here's the web site.

http://www.usamissing.com/

Zlatko · 01-06-2011, 07:39 PM

Reading this topic made me realize that there aren't enough True Crime shows that involve unsolved crimes. It's actually sad since there's a greater need for unsolved cases to shown.

ID channel should do a show involving unsolved deaths. 'Disappeared' does a great job of covering missing people.

12-27-2010, 05:37 AM	#1
Cori aka ChrisSCrush Member Senior Member Join Date: Dec 30, 2001 Location: USA and still trying to be proud of it! Posts: 2,068	Best UM Substitute Shows Now On? For those who enjoyed the ghost segments and get DirecTV, I highly recommend "Celebrity Ghost Stories." The tales are well-told with a lot of drama and human interest, and the reenactments are lavishly produced. This reminded me more of UM than anything I have seen in a long time. It's on Friday nights on the Bio Channel.

12-28-2010, 10:54 AM	#3
MegtheEgg86 Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Jun 19, 2008 Location: The Volunteer State Posts: 5,156	I agree with Forensice Files. Cold Case Files reruns are close seconds, and American Justice was a pretty good one, too. Every once in a while City Confidential could put on a pretty good episode as well, although I don't feel like it was as consistent as the aforementioned shows.
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12-28-2010, 01:45 AM	#2
SageSlowdive the real hank queen Forum Regular Join Date: Feb 10, 2010 Posts: 659	Forensic Files is the best thing that comes close.

12-29-2010, 12:56 PM	#4
everybodylovesrs Member Forum Regular Join Date: Dec 12, 2008 Posts: 526	The problem with Forensic Files IMO is it is all SOLVED no-longer-mysteries cases, not UNSOLVED , wanted, etc.

12-29-2010, 06:26 PM	#6
crystaldawn Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 17, 2002 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,261	I really enjoy "Disappeared" from the ID channel. Its a 1 hour show dedicated to a fairly recent missing persons case. They even profiled the Niqui McCown case recently which of course UM also profiled.

12-30-2010, 01:07 AM	#8
Apostapler Member Forum Regular Join Date: Mar 06, 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 872	I agree with the ones everyone has mentioned. I also like 48 Hours on I.D. It's got that nice suspenseful feel to it. Snapped on Oxygen is a good show too. But like someone already said, the downside is these cases are all solved.

12-30-2010, 01:22 AM	#9
Cori aka ChrisSCrush Member Senior Member Join Date: Dec 30, 2001 Location: USA and still trying to be proud of it! Posts: 2,068	Yes, and on Celebrity Ghost Stories they're not asking for solutions and it's up to you whether you even believe them.

01-03-2011, 03:30 AM	#10
SitcomsAreTheWay Retro Sitcoms Fanatic Forum Regular Join Date: May 12, 2002 Location: NY Posts: 612	In my opinion, Forensic Files isn't actually a substitute, but rather as mind-boggling as many of the cases on UM. I guess you can say I view it more so as an alternative (I tried thinking of another word, but it failed to come to me).

01-03-2011, 08:30 AM	#11
Mysteryphile I wonder what happened to her. Frequent Poster Join Date: Jun 02, 2009 Location: England via Iowa Posts: 320	I live in England and recently saw a show called "Weird or What?" It's an american show, so maybe you guys will be able to find it. It has a lot of strange mysteries (why do all cows all over the world either face north or south?) and while they give an idea why it might be, they are basically unsolved riddles. Its very unsolved-mysterish although I haven't seen any murders on it so far.

01-06-2011, 07:39 PM	#15
Zlatko Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 04, 2008 Location: Nowhereland Posts: 367	Reading this topic made me realize that there aren't enough True Crime shows that involve unsolved crimes. It's actually sad since there's a greater need for unsolved cases to shown. ID channel should do a show involving unsolved deaths. 'Disappeared' does a great job of covering missing people.