Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
Overview
Challenge your perception of reality with a collection of bizarre and astonishing tales in each episode. Viewers are invited to discern which narratives are rooted in truth and which are purely the product of imagination. Jonathan Frakes guides the journey, unveiling the truth behind each story at the end of the episode. With its mix of suspense and intrigue, this show keeps audiences guessing about the thin line between fact and fiction, making for an engaging viewing experience that sparks curiosity and debate.
Episodes
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1
The Apparition / The Electric Chair / On the Road / Number One with a Bullet / Dream House
A woman discovers that a terrifying reflection in a mirror is both a curse and a hidden gift. Meanwhile, a man on death row receives an unexpected cha...
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2
The Viewing / The Subway / Kid in the Closet / Justice is Served / The Tractor
The son of a funeral home director receives an unexpected late-night guest who challenges his understanding of reality. Meanwhile, a couple encounters...
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3
The Prophecy / Couch Potato / Love Over The Counter / Imaginary Friend / Last Man On Earth
In this episode, viewers encounter a variety of intriguing cases: a mysterious Prophecy that sparks curiosity, a slacker dubbed Couch Potato who prefe...
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4
E-Mail / Cup of Joe / Secret of the Family Tomb / Wheezer / The Unknown Patient
A paralegal receives an otherworldly email imploring her to halt the execution of a will. Meanwhile, three women heading to a party are diverted by a ...
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5
Needle Point / Toy to the Rescue / Mystery Lock / The House on Baker Street / The Train
In this episode, viewers are treated to a series of intriguing cases. The first is "Needle Point," followed by "Toy to the Rescue," where a beloved pl...
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Candlestick / The Diner / From the Agency / The Magic Rose Garden / The Jeep
A detective has a strong suspicion that a man killed his wife, yet lacks proof until an unexpected witness comes forward. Meanwhile, an elderly couple...
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The Plane / The Gun / The Portrait / The Pass / The Caller
An aircraft navigates autonomously, rescuing a man from peril. A firearm inexplicably declines to harm innocent individuals. An artist possesses the e...
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2
Firestation 32 / The Computer / The Girl Next Door / The Wallet / The Woods
Little Stevie Hansen is eager to prove himself as a heroic firefighter.
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3
The Wall / The Chalkboard / The Getaway / The Prescription / Summer Camp
In this episode, several intriguing cases unfold: "The Wall" explores a mysterious barrier with hidden secrets, while "The Chalkboard" delves into puz...
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4
The Wrestler / The Escape / Dead Friday / Ghost Visitor / The Lady in a Black Dress
This episode includes several intriguing cases: a wrestler's dramatic story, a daring escape, a chilling encounter on Dead Friday, a mysterious ghostl...
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5
The Land / Titan / The Diary / Town of Remembrance / The House On Barry Avenue
A farmer strikes a crucial deal to ensure his land thrives for the benefit of his family’s future. A writer pens a short story that reflects the t...
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6
Bright Light / Magic Mightyman / The Student / Scribbles / Count Mystery
Bright Light: A woman lost in her journey rejects the advances of a regular at a nearby bar. As she continues on her way, she notices a truck closely ...
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7
The Mummy / The Perfect Record / Grave Sitting / Murder on the Second Floor / They Towed My Car
In a museum, a unique mummy is on display, but the eerie atmosphere takes a turn when a stunning woman is seen levitating above the ground. Meanwhile,...
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8
Kirby, Dust, Malibu Cop, A Joyful Noise & The Hooded Chair
Ted, a special effects artist, is working on his prized invention, a mechanical gorilla named Kirby. Under pressure from his ruthless boss, Harry, to ...
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9
Rock and Roll Ears, The Bucket, The Bridesmaid, Voice from the Grave & The Chess Game
Lionel, the owner of a music shop, finds himself challenged by two teenagers when one of them picks up a guitar. Despite being nearly deaf, Lionel man...
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10
The Motorcycle, Blind Man's Dog, Deer Hunters, Tribal Curse & The Card Game
Greg Hansen inherits his grandfather's horse ranch, but all the horses have been sold off to settle medical debts, leaving only his beloved horse, Nug...
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11
Bon Voyage/Man in the Model T/The Scoop/Angel on Board/Buenos Dias
A farmer decides to take bold steps to cultivate his very own dreamland.
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12
Merry-Go-Round, Red-Eyed Creature, Used Car Salesman, Surveillance Camera & Graffiti
In Florida, Penny and her boyfriend George work to restore a cursed carousel. Ike, the former operator, warns them to destroy it because of the curse,...
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13
The Warning, Bus Stop, The Cure, The Guardian & The Gift
In a hotel, Rob and his wife are searching for a seminar room when Rob spots a man pushing a casket. They separate, and instead of the seminar, Rob en...
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1
Morning Sickness, The Curse of Hampton Manor, Wax Executioner, Blood Bank & Ring Toss
In "Morning Sickness," a girl experiences all the classic signs of pregnancy, but tests reveal she isn't expecting. During surgery, doctors are shocke...
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2
One for the Road, The Music Box, Two to One, Damsel & The Horn
In "One For The Road," a truck driver enjoys a meal at his favorite diner when he unexpectedly runs into a friend. The other patrons notice something ...
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3
The Find, The Golden Cue, The FBI Story, The Gravedigger's Nemesis & Last Rites
A newly married couple stumbles upon a pristine vintage motorcycle that’s no longer in production. The husband takes it for a spin but accidentally ...
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4
E-Mail, Blood Donor, Epitaph, Stitches in Time & The Soldier
A couple acquires a secondhand computer from a professor, only to discover that Statler, the original owner, is trapped in a tomb without any technolo...
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5
The Nightmare/The Stalker/The Impossible Car Dream/The Dresser/The Burial
A woman frequently dreams that her husband is attacked by their groundskeeper. Meanwhile, a mother and her daughter rely on a compact for protection a...
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6
Red Line/Two Sisters/Eclipse/The Ice Box/The Gathering
A race car driver finds himself thrown off track by an unexpected accomplice. Meanwhile, a vengeful woman plots to wed her deceased sister's husband. ...
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7
Connie, Positive I.D., Trucker, Cook-Out & The New House
In "Connie," a deceased woman's spirit continues to influence her husband's new partner. In "Positive I.D.," a man wrongfully accused of robbery dis...
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8
Creepy Comics, Louie the Dip, The Wailing, The Landlady & Curse
In "Creepy Comics," a struggling comic book artist faces the threat of losing his job unless he can create a truly terrifying story. When the police i...
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For the Record/Halloween/Precious/Get Your Kicks at Motel 66/Phantom Drifter
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10
Devil's Tattoo, Static Man, The Bloody Hand, Where Have All the Heroes Gone & War Surplus
In "Devil's Tattoo," a biker brings his girlfriend to a tattoo parlor, insisting she must get the devil's tattoo. As he pressures both her and the tat...
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Deadbeat Dad, Ghost Town, The Sewing Machine, The Sleepwalker & Money Laundry
In "Deadbeat Dad," a gambling addict at a bar refuses to support his ex-wife and their baby. After defeating a mysterious, stunning woman in a game, h...
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12
The Handyman, Anatole, Makeup Magic, Screwdriver & Charlie
Chad, a young carpenter, is caught in an affair with the young Andrea by his wealthy wife, Victoria Beau, who returns home unexpectedly. In a shocking...
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13
The Dealer, Gratuity, The Cake, 1st Time Offender & The Mirror of Truth
In "The Dealer," a young soldier is on a winning streak at a blackjack table, unknowingly facing the son of the parents the dealer scammed in a telema...
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The Devil's Autograph, Mail Order Degree, The News Stand, The Murder of Roy Hennessey & Mysterious Strangers
In "The Devil's Autograph," a man deceives everyone about murdering his wife and is acquitted in court. Later, he confesses to his lawyer, handing ove...
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Writer's Agent, Crypt Ghost, The Doll, Hubert's Curse & Shared Vision
Mary-Jane Layden, an aspiring author, was led to believe her writing agent would secure a publishing deal for her book, "Love Tides." However, he dema...
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Out of Service, When I Was Big, The Greedy Investor, Seven Hours of Bad Luck & The Secret of the Coins
A couple, both business professionals, decide to spend three nights camping together in the woods. However, the girlfriend reveals some unsettling new...
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Second Sight, The Fine Line, The Wrong Turn, Who Was I & You Are Next
In "Second Sight," a blind woman regains her vision after a murder occurs, granting her a chance to see once more. While dining in a rural restaurant,...
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House of Shadows, One Hand in the Till, Teasdale's Motor Car, The Vision & The Grave
In "House Of Shadows," a young girl named Ali is house-sitting when she becomes fixated on a man she keeps seeing on the television, who appears to be...
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The Dorm, The Child Artist, The Weatherman, Sit-Down Comic & Room 245
In "The Dorm," a college student feels uneasy in her new dormitory after hearing about a killer on the loose. One night, while burning the midnight oi...
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The Wreath, Terror Night, Tants, The Candidate & The Ring
In "The Wreath," a tragic hit-and-run claims the life of a young boy, leading his grieving parents to secure a burial site and headstone near the high...
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Caitlin's Candle, The Flower Jury, The Mentor, The Old Bike & The Music Teacher
After the passing of their beloved wife and mother, a father and daughter find themselves navigating life alone. The daughter holds onto a cherished m...
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The Wealthy Widow, The Witness, The Accident, Bad Dreams & Mental
In "The Wealthy Widow," Dirk sets his sights on marrying Cassie, a woman who stands to inherit her deceased husband's fortune. One night, a ghostly fi...
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10
Moonstruck Beach, Healing Hands, Aspen Sunny Side, Night Walker & Hot Car
In "Moonstruck Beach," Valerie Simms, an aspiring writer, rents a cabin hoping to find inspiration for her novel. She encounters Jerry Corbin, the fri...
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The Mystery of Douglas Hibbard, Wheelchair Man, The Vigil, The Mandarin's Bowl & Ghost Writer
Douglas Hibbard, a businessman suffering from a severe flu, is on a work trip and dreads missing his tenth wedding anniversary the following day. Conc...
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Witness to Murder, Roulette Wheel, The Phrenologist's Head, The Bridge & The Cigar Box
In "Witness To Murder," a group of scientists is determined to capture evidence of ghosts on film, but one scientist's obsession is leading him to the...
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13
The Hand, The Battered Doll, Poker Justice, Above the Clouds & Screen Saver
In a bar named the Bloody Hand, infamous for the gruesome murder of a woman whose only remnant was her bloodied hand, a drifter notices the hand seems...
