Paranormal State

Paranormal State (2007-2011)

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Paranormal State was an American paranormal reality television series that aired on the A&E Network. The program follows and stars the Pennsylvania State University Paranormal Research Society, a student-led college club. The show features the group's investigations of alleged paranormal phenomena at reportedly haunted locations.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 10:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E08If I Should Die...May 2, 2011
S06E07Get Out of This HouseMay 2, 2011
S06E06Southern Discomfort at Sweetwater MansionApr 25, 2011
S06E05VendettaApr 25, 2011
S06E04Devil's HostageApr 18, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Paranormal State premiere?

Paranormal State premiered on December 10, 2007.

Who is the lead investigator in Paranormal State?

Ryan Buell is the lead investigator in Paranormal State.

What is the format of Paranormal State?

Paranormal State is a documentary-style television show that follows a team of paranormal investigators as they explore haunted locations.

What is the Paranormal Research Society?

The Paranormal Research Society is a group of investigators led by Ryan Buell that investigates paranormal activity.

Who are the other members of the Paranormal Research Society besides Ryan Buell?

Some of the other members of the Paranormal Research Society include Sergey Poberezhny, Katrina Weidman, and Heather Taddy.

What is the purpose of the Paranormal Research Society?

The purpose of the Paranormal Research Society is to investigate paranormal activity in order to provide evidence of the existence of ghosts and other supernatural phenomena.

How many episodes of Paranormal State were produced?

Paranormal State produced 100 episodes.

What are some of the haunted locations that the Paranormal Research Society investigated?

The Paranormal Research Society investigated a variety of locations, including private homes, businesses, and historical landmarks. Some notable locations include the Pennhurst Asylum, the Stanley Hotel, and the West Virginia State Penitentiary.

Did the Paranormal Research Society ever encounter any dangerous situations while investigating haunted locations?

Yes, the Paranormal Research Society encountered several dangerous situations while investigating haunted locations. In one episode, the team investigated a house that was believed to be haunted by a demon, and Ryan Buell was physically attacked by an unseen force.

Did Paranormal State ever face any controversy?

Yes, Paranormal State faced controversy when it was revealed that some of the evidence presented on the show may have been staged.

Did Paranormal State ever win any awards?

Yes, Paranormal State won a CableFAX Award in 2009 for Best Reality Program.

Did the Paranormal Research Society ever investigate any international locations?

Yes, the Paranormal Research Society investigated international locations, including Chillingham Castle in England and the Mayan ruins in Belize.

Was Paranormal State popular among viewers?

Yes, Paranormal State was popular among viewers and was one of the most-watched shows on the A&E network during its run.

Were there any spin-offs or related shows to Paranormal State?

Yes, there was a spin-off show called Paranormal State: The New Class which followed a new team of investigators.

Did the Paranormal Research Society ever work with other paranormal investigators or researchers?

Yes, the Paranormal Research Society worked with other paranormal investigators and researchers, including Chip Coffey and Lorraine Warren.

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