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The Worst Episodes of In Search of...

Every episode of In Search of... ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of In Search of...!

Worst episode
S2E11 Reincarnation
6.241 votes
Best episode
S3E16 The Money Pit Mystery (aka Captain Kidd)
8.852 votes
Top season
Season 4
7.5avg
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    In Search of... Season 2 Episode 11 - Reincarnation
    6.2/10(41 votes)

    S2:E11

    Examines the possibility of reincarnation through various ways of exploring one's past lives. The recreations are quite good in this episode. It also suggests that reincarnation is possibly the soul searching for the perfect balance of karma.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 19 - Witch Doctors
    6.2/10(38 votes)

    S2:E19

    An examination of alternative forms of health care, specifically the link between culture and the outcome of curatives upon healing. Various non-traditional practices are demonstrated, each of which proves as effective as modern medicine.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 3 - Firewalkers
    6.4/10(37 votes)

    S2:E3

    Fire walking has existed for thousands of years throughout the globe. How is it possible that those who engage in this practice remain unharmed and what role does faith play in keeping fire walkers from sustaining injury?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. In Search of... Season 1 Episode 22 - Voodoo
    6.5/10(44 votes)

    S1:E22

    Experience an actual voodoo rite, and meet a priest dedicated to disarming its effects.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. In Search of... Season 6 Episode 2 - Biofeedback
    6.5/10(29 votes)

    S6:E2

    An in-depth look at biofeedback therapy and its potential benefits in combating maladies such as asthma, epilepsy, performance anxiety, mobility issues, and stress.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 2 - The Man Who Would Not Die
    6.7/10(52 votes)

    S2:E2

    An account of the exploits of the individual known as St. Germain. His origin and abilities are the stuff of legend and shrouded in mystery. Some even believe he has continued to appear at key moments in history and is still alive today.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. In Search of... Season 3 Episode 19 - Noah's Flood
    6.7/10(48 votes)

    S3:E19

    This episode looks into the scientific methods used to prove the Flood as described in The Bible.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. In Search of... Season 3 Episode 22 - Brain Power
    6.6/10(32 votes)

    S3:E22

    A survey of the brain, its mysteries and potential, and how it may be trained to overcome cerebral birth defects as well as move beyond its current, limited usage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. In Search of... Season 1 Episode 1 - Other Voices
    6.8/10(81 votes)

    S1:E1

    Examines groundbreaking experiments that show the possibility that plants respond to people's thoughts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. In Search of... Season 3 Episode 17 - Psychic Sea Hunt
    6.7/10(36 votes)

    S3:E17

    Various individuals with psychic abilities are given a map of the ocean floor and asked to identify areas that may contain long-forgotten shipwrecks and perhaps even treasure. A submarine travels to the selected spots to gauge the results.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. In Search of... Season 1 Episode 12 - A Call from Space
    6.8/10(48 votes)

    S1:E12

    In the episode "Call from Space" we investigate the varied methods in use to communicate with life in outer space. Covered are the methods used, the rationale for wanting to communicate, as well as the various levels of communication. What would it be like to talk to another intelligent race from space? Could we converse on their level or would talking to them be like us talking to a garden slug? Have we had messages already and if so, what are we doing about them? What language or code do we use and how do we know if the one we are using is the right one? And, have they been trying to reach us?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. In Search of... Season 5 Episode 12 - Laugh Therapy
    6.7/10(30 votes)

    S5:E12

    Is laughter the best medicine? Entertainers old and new offer their thoughts along with researchers into the placebo effect, biofeedback, and laughter therapy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. In Search of... Season 6 Episode 24 - Life Before Birth
    6.7/10(28 votes)

    S6:E24

    When does life before birth actually begin?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 12 - The Shark Worshippers
    6.8/10(41 votes)

    S2:E12

    An in-depth look at the awesome power, ferocity, and intelligence of sharks as well as the legend of Dakuwaqa, the mythical shark-god of Fiji to whom aboriginal Fijians prayed and offered sacrifices so as to be spared from danger at sea.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. In Search of... Season 3 Episode 4 - Water Seekers (aka Dowsing)
    6.8/10(39 votes)

    S3:E4

    The ancient art of dowsing is reviewed, specifically the accuracy and reliability of water dowsers. Do they possess a psychic ability to detect water or can successful dowsing be learned? Further, can science prove or disprove dowsing?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. In Search of... Season 5 Episode 11 - Fountain of Youth
    6.7/10(26 votes)

    S5:E11

    The Fountain of Youth of legend is fast becoming reality thanks to modern science, nutrition, and cosmetic surgery. A report on the many ways America's aging population seeks to regain its waning youth.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. In Search of... Season 5 Episode 2 - Faith Healing
    6.8/10(32 votes)

    S5:E2

    Unorthodox means of healing are considered, from charismatic Christian faith healers to electric magnetism to meditative techniques. Advocates and skeptics are interviewed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. In Search of... Season 1 Episode 11 - Psychic Detectives
    6.9/10(50 votes)

    S1:E11

    In "Psychic Detectives" we investigate E.S.P. (Extrasensory Perception) and its possible uses in law enforcement in both the apprehension of criminals to its use to help solve cases. A noted psychic, who has helped law enforcement agencies in the past, discusses how she helped in several criminal investigations. Also, a detective squad that has been trained in not only E.S.P. but telepathy and the use of Out-of-Body Experiences (OBE), dreams, and other forms of psychic methods is detailed. Is this the new form of criminal investigation, or is it too sporadic and unreliable to be of value to law enforcement? Or, is it altogether fake?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 13 - Anastasia
    6.9/10(41 votes)

    S2:E13

    Did Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov survive the murder of her Royal Russian family by the Soviet Union and escape to the West?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 17 - Hypnosis
    6.9/10(35 votes)

    S2:E17

    "In Search of..." investigates the possible uses of hypnosis from recovering lost memories to faster learning. These hypnotic methods are used in modern surgery and police investigations.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 14 - The Secrets of Life
    6.9/10(34 votes)

    S2:E14

    A philosophical look at the essence of life at its molecular level in addition to a survey of scientific and technological advances, such as genetic recombination of DNA, that bring-about both great promise as well as ethical concerns.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. In Search of... Season 1 Episode 2 - Strange Visitors (aka Oracle Chamber)
    7.0/10(69 votes)

    S1:E2

    In this episode we investigate New Hampshire's Mystery Hill and the "Oracle Chamber." Was this site, as some believe, built by ancient Phoenicians, who traveled to America in the dim past, thousands of years ago? Or is it an elaborate hoax? Scientists and Archaeologists discuss their views and their theories on what the ruins may mean and who might have built them. Some of the stones seem to indicate their use was to track the solstices, equinoxes, and other celestial events. Some experts even believe that aliens may have been responsible for the site while others attribute it to Native Americans.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. In Search of... Season 1 Episode 3 - Ancient Aviators (aka Ancient Flight)
    7.0/10(65 votes)

    S1:E3

    In this episode we investigate the mysterious markings on the plains of Nazca in Peru. What are these mysterious markings, who made them, and why? Were they an ancient landing field for aliens? The signs and symbols of various birds and insects are only discernible from the air. How then could the ancient Nazca's have made them unless they had an aerial view in which to work them out? What are the mysterious arrow straight lines that seem to lead nowhere and why are they there? These and other strange markings in the area make us wonder who made them and why? Were they man made or did someone else put them there?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. In Search of... Season 2 Episode 23 - The Coming Ice Age
    7.0/10(54 votes)

    S2:E23

    An inquiry into whether the dramatic weather changes in America's northern states mean that a new ice age is approaching.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. In Search of... Season 1 Episode 7 - Earthquakes
    7.0/10(53 votes)

    S1:E7

    In this episode we investigate earthquakes, the natural phenomenon caused by movements in the earth's crust. Various approaches and efforts in earthquake prediction are covered as well as discussion of earthquakes around the world. Faults, cracks in the earth's crust, where earthquakes happen frequently are shown as well as footage from earthquakes around the world. The forces exerted by earthquakes and how man is powerless to stop them. The famous Californian San Andreas Fault is covered in detail as well as new methods that are hoped will enable scientist to for tell a quake before it occurs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Reincarnation" is the worst rated episode of In Search of.... It scored 6.2/10 from 41 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on February 11, 1978.

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