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10 best shows like ghost hunters

By Brenda Lieberman
December 31, 2021
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Ghost hunters set the standard by which all other paranormal reality shows are judged. With exciting and terrifying action every week, the Adventures of the Ghostbusters Team has become a must-see for aficionados of the ghostly and the mysterious.

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Although many people question the very existence of ghosts, the crew of Ghost hunters were charismatic enough to keep even the most skeptical viewers riveted, and the series continues to this day. Naturally, the show spawned many imitators, and while some fell by the wayside and were forgotten, others have become classics in their own right.

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Paranormal caught on camera (2019-present)

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The best reality shows are often the ones with the simplest concepts, and Paranormal photographed everything is said in its title. The series features bizarre and terrifying imagery from around the world and features expert paranormal commentary on what is shown.

The show covers the gamut of ghosts, cryptids, and even aliens, giving viewers something new to see with each episode. Although missing in show personalities like Ghost hunters, Paranormal photographed compensates with some really scary pictures.

The Haunting of … (2012-2016)

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While many paranormal fans enjoy the thrill of the chase on their shows, there are series that explore the psychology of hauntings. The fear of … The series seeks to explore the hauntings of underage celebrities and the psychological effect their experiences may have had on their lives.


The fear of … is quite different from other paranormal series and that’s what makes it interesting for fans. Adding celebrities to this reality TV show adds another layer of intrigue and validity to the show and it’s interesting to hear their experiences firsthand.

To help! My house is haunted (2018-present)

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Three ghost hunters stand in a cemetery in Help!  My house is haunted

Paranormal expert Zak Bagans has created many of the most memorable paranormal series on television. To help! My house is haunted takes ghost hunting to the UK and follows a group of paranormal experts as they investigate hauntings in the homes of ordinary people.

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The show is interesting because it’s set in a different country, which gives viewers the chance to experience different types of hauntings. Most paranormal reality TV shows take place in the United States and therefore are linked to historical events in the United States. To help! My house is haunted gives fans a different take on the usual ghost hunting formula and the ability to explore other locations.

Ghost asylum (2014-present)

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Five Ghostbusters stand in a misty room in Ghost Asylum

Usually, paranormal reality shows try to keep their reach wide so that they can have longevity and variety. However, Ghost asylum takes the usual premise of a paranormal reality TV show and reduces the focus to only include asylum investigations.


The location of an asylum is already a proven cliché in the horror genre and they make perfect fodder for paranormal shows. The show is interesting not only for its specific location, but also for the Tennessee Ghostbusters crew who bring their own unique flair to the show, and it’s their personalities that really make the show shine.

Portals To Hell (2019-present)

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Jack Osbourne capitalized on his reality TV career and starred in many different reality TV series. Portals to Hell follows Osbourne and another paranormal investigator as they search not only for hauntings, but also places that are often believed to be gateways to the underworld.


Despite the exaggerated premise, the series relies on roughly the same structure as other paranormal investigation series. However, the addition of speculation makes the show unique and interesting for viewers who have seen other ghost shows. Usually, ghost hunting shows focus on individual hauntings while Portals to Hell speculates on the origins of the hauntings themselves.

Destination fear (2019-present)

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Three Ghostbusters stand in a field near a Destination Fear overpass

One of the most important aspects of a paranormal investigation series is the perceived professionalism of its hosts. The viewer should have confidence that the animators are in control and truly knowledgeable about the science of ghost hunting before embarking on their adventures. Destination Fear delivers a truly unique take on the concept and puts three friends in some of the spookiest places totally alone.


The show’s DIY nature is unique, and gives it a modern, YouTube-like feel that clashes with the generally nifty productions of ghost shows. Destination Fear is less a question of inquiry than of the limits of human endurance in the face of sheer terror and viewers are taken on a terrifying race.

Paranormal Lockdown (2016-present)

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Most paranormal investigations take place overnight and often leave viewers wishing investigators had more time to explore the location. Paranormal lockdown fixes this issue by locking Ghostbusters in a specific location for a period of 72 hours so that they can perform a more in-depth and terrifying search.


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The element of escape is important for ghost shows and the added layer of a lockdown makes the show all the more spooky. The extra time gives investigators the opportunity to explore the location in more detail and get a real feel for the haunting that may or may not be occurring there. Additionally, the show features an appearance by Lorraine Warren, a legendary paranormal investigator.

Kindred Spirits (2016-present)

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Two psychics attempt to speak to spirits in Kindred Spirits

While most shows feature haunts as malicious and dangerous spirits, Related spirits approaches the concept from another angle. The show follows a pair of paranormal researchers who seek to contact spirits that might be haunting locations, to determine their motivations and perhaps even end the haunting altogether.


While not as scary as other shows, Related spirits offers a unique view of paranormal investigation and shows another side of hauntings. While other ghost shows simply seek to be spooked by a haunted place, investigators from Related spirits seem to rightfully want to help haunted people through their own unique methods.

Ghost Nation (2019-present)

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The TAPS crew didn’t just star in the original Ghost hunters series but also many of its spin-offs. Ghost nation takes the original concept of Ghost hunters and increases the stake to include more active hauntings and interesting physical evidence.


Fans of the original Ghost hunters the series will love seeing old stars again and they prove why the original series was so popular. While there are dozens of paranormal reality shows out there, Ghost nation stands out because it is a more refined version of the original concept and the stars are experts in their craft.

Ghost Adventures (2008-present)

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Few shows in the paranormal reality genre could match the success of Ghost hunters corn Ghost adventures comes closest. The show follows a group of paranormal investigators as they explore some of the world’s most haunted places.

What sets the show apart from the rest are the personality of its hosts as well as their more aggressive ghost hunting methods. The crew of Ghost adventures entering each location with a more offensive approach and confrontational attitude resulted in a fascinating television.


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