Since it returned to our screens, Unsolved Mysteries has had us well and truly gripped. And now, there's been an exciting update...
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Netflix has provided us with some amazing news this week.
It's time to get your detective hats on as Unsolved Mysteries is returning for a second stint, and the streaming giant already has a release date.The countdown is on...
And we couldn't be more excited.There's no doubt that Unsolved Mysteries has taken the reigns when it comes to documentaries.
The iconic series returned earlier this year to give us a new set of harrowing stories about crimes that occurred under very mysteries circumstances.And boy, did they make an impact.
The show quickly became Netflix's number one most-watched show during the week of its drop, with all 6 new episodes available worldwide.And people just can't seem to get enough...
I was like this at the end of every episode.If this wasn't you too, then are you normal?
Me after each episode getting online to see if there’s any updates on the case #UnsolvedMysteries https://t.co/3Ht6C0zfCd— Ryan Sene (@Ryan Sene)1594011278.0
Others had some pretty passionate responses to some of the episodes...
When Unsolved Mysteries asks if you have any information on who killed Patrice https://t.co/d3N0QBELVs— Megan Correia (@Megan Correia)1594007453.0
This story was harrowing, to say the least.
Even if this man DIDN’T kill his wife (which he totally did), he still deserves the absolute worst in life. His lev… https://t.co/35GxtwBimb— Jacob🦊 (@Jacob🦊)1593915540.0
There was something eerie about his story...
Get in loser we’re going to beat Rob’s ass, steal Patrice’s ashes, and return them to her son #UnsolvedMysteries https://t.co/mUpPZ537Pp— holly jolly ella says BLM (@holly jolly ella says BLM)1594068205.0
But there was also another story that stood out a lot...
This was such a heartbreaking story. Alonzo Brooks' death came after his friends accidentally left him at a party an hour away from where he lived.And according to Brooks' family, they suspect his death was a hate crime.
Sixteen years ago, La Cygne in Kansas was a predominantly white area where that very night, 3 black people died in what were ruled as "brawls" in the area. The entire town refused to talk about it or aid the investigation at the time.The investigation by the FBI has re-opened thanks to this series.
So an entire town in Kansas refused to give evidence with regards to the death of #AlonzoBrooks and then the KBI cl… https://t.co/ikO5QhX9lM— Elizabeth/Sharky (@Elizabeth/Sharky)1593643017.0
FBI Agent Leena Ramana said this:
Do you know who Alonzo Brooks was? He was a black man from Kansas who was found dead after attending a party of all… https://t.co/pmdYHFliP2— brittany (@brittany)1593640004.0
The cause of death was undetermined at the time, but many believed it was a suicide...
Someone talking... If this is true, this is disgusting. #Justiceforalonzobrooks #AlonzoBrooks #BLM… https://t.co/CB4rOCFSAe— Justice For Alonzo Brooks (@Justice For Alonzo Brooks)1593760217.0
Producers also confirmed that across multiple episodes, witnesses, and other "credible" sources have come forward.
Helping investigations move one step closer and you never know, these "unsolved mysteries" might just be solved.And now, there's even more good news...
there needs to be a season 2 of unsolved mysteries— bri bri🕊 (@bri bri🕊)1597767014.0
The news was confirmed by Netflix on Wednesday in a cryptic tweet.
And we've got all the details here for you.Volume 2 will consist of 6 brand new episodes.
"In six new episodes, Unsolved Mysteries profiles more unexplained disappearances, tragic events, and bizarre occurrences," teases the logline.3 of them will take place outside of the US, according to producer Terry Meurer.
There's also going to be a ghost episode, for all those who love all things paranormal.
All Meurer would tell Variety is that "it's an unusual ghost episode."
Of course, reactions to the news came pouring in.
Fans were very happy, to say the least.@netflix @Unsolved YES!!!! Can’t wait!— Moonage Daydream (@Moonage Daydream)1597849673.0
@netflix @Unsolved Finally...I've been waiting for this— Mandyy Kaur (@Mandyy Kaur)1597855034.0
@people Great news— CVA (@CVA)1597884313.0
@netflix @Unsolved Yay— Monica (@Monica)1597859949.0
@netflix @Unsolved I love this format by the way. Instead of making the show about whoever is hosting it, you made… https://t.co/8WK1e4ziFf— Rowynne Crowley (@Rowynne Crowley)1597849637.0
@Unsolved Finall] yyyyyy— Janusz Gaudyn (@Janusz Gaudyn)1597849707.0
@Unsolved Yess cant wait https://t.co/uL4m4htkWz— pigeon (@pigeon)1597851748.0
@Unsolved Lets goooooooo!!!! 🔥🔥🔥 https://t.co/BTp40tcphz— Amir (@Amir)1597867541.0
Mark your calendars...
Let's see how much of a sleuth @Unsolved Mysteries Volume 1 made you... https://t.co/QJH2LCJCDD— Netflix (@Netflix)1597849201.0