Paranormal Challenge

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  • 2011
  • 1 Season
  • 4.5  (289)

Paranormal Challenge was a TV show that aired on Travel Channel in 2011, starring Zak Bagans, the lead investigator of Ghost Adventures. The show consists of two teams competing against each other in a paranormal investigation to find the best paranormal evidence. Each team consisted of three members, who were made up of paranormal investigators, psychics, or simply enthusiasts who had an interest in the paranormal.

The show was divided into two rounds, with the first round being a "lockdown" investigation. During this challenge, the teams would have to investigate a reportedly haunted location for a certain amount of time without any breaks. This would give the teams a chance to explore and familiarize themselves with the location, as well as search for paranormal evidence. The teams could use any tools and equipment they wanted during the investigation, including EMF detectors, thermal cameras, and spirit boxes.

After the lockdown investigation, the teams would then move on to the second round, which was the "investigation challenge." During this challenge, the teams would have a set amount of time to find the best possible paranormal evidence based on a specific theme or criteria established by Zak Bagans. The themes could vary per episode but usually revolved around finding specific types of evidence such as EVPs, apparitions, or orbs.

One of the most interesting things about Paranormal Challenge is that each episode would feature a different location that was considered to be haunted. This included places such as abandoned hospitals, prisons, and asylums. The show also made sure to highlight the history and lore behind each location, adding to the intrigue of the investigation.

Another aspect that made the show unique was the fact that it incorporated judges into the competition, who were known paranormal experts. They would evaluate the evidence found by each team and ultimately determine the winner of the challenge. This added an additional level of excitement and anticipation, as viewers were left wondering which team would come out on top.

Overall, Paranormal Challenge was a great show for anyone who has an interest in the paranormal. It blended history, suspense, and excitement all into one, and the competition aspect made it all the more engaging. For those who loved Ghost Adventures, this show was a definite must-watch, as it provided a new and refreshing take on paranormal investigations.

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Jerome Grand Hotel
11. Jerome Grand Hotel
September 16, 2011
Paranormal investigators compete to collect evidence at Jerome Grand Hotel.
USS Hornet
10. USS Hornet
September 9, 2011
On the USS Hornet, a World War II aircraft carrier, amateur ghost hunters try to communicate with fallen soldiers.
Linda Vista Hospital
9. Linda Vista Hospital
August 26, 2011
The men and women compete to gather evidence of skeletons past at Linda Vista Hospital.
La Purisima
8. La Purisima
August 19, 2011
The men and women compete to contact the emotionally wounded spirits of the Chumash tribe at La Purisima Mission.
Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum
7. Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum
July 29, 2011
The men and women compete to collect chilling audio and visual evidence in the hallways of the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum.
Waverly Hills Sanatorium
6. Waverly Hills Sanatorium
July 22, 2011
The "Haunted Housewives" communicate gently with the spirits of Waverly Hills Sanatorium, while conversely the guys of Dark Alley bring an aggressive attitude to their investigation.
West Virginia Penitentiary
5. West Virginia Penitentiary
July 15, 2011
The two teams attempt to communicate with the violent spirits of West Virginia Penitentiary. Great evidence is collected, but there can only be one winner of Paranormal Challenge.
Ohio State Reformatory
4. Ohio State Reformatory
July 8, 2011
Two teams investigate the Ohio State Reformatory, a location that Zak Bagans claims to be one of the most haunted prisons ever.
Pennhurst
3. Pennhurst
July 1, 2011
Paranormal teams compete at Pennhurst to collect the most evidence.
East State Penitentiary
2. East State Penitentiary
June 24, 2011
Paranormal investigators compete at Eastern State Penitentiary to collect evidence.
Rolling Hills Asylum
1. Rolling Hills Asylum
June 17, 2011
The Rolling Hills Asylum has had many visitors, and some have never left. Two teams of ghost hunters test their skills as they investigate the paranormal activity.
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  • Premiere Date
    June 17, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    4.5  (289)