About BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime

BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime is a TV series that first aired in 2017. The series explores various unsolved crimes and attempts to shed light on these mysteries using research and logical reasoning. Hosted by BuzzFeed employees Ryan Bergara and Shane Madej, the series covers historic crimes and mysterious events, providing a mix of documentary-style storytelling and friendly banter. The show has gathered a dedicated fan base who appreciate its unique blend of comedy, suspense, and historical storytelling.

Making / Production

The series was developed by BuzzFeed's video department, with Ryan Bergara serving as both host and primary producer. Notable for its low-budget production style, the series places heavy emphasis on its storytelling, relying on archival footage, interviews, and on-site explorations to power its narrative. Its lightly scripted format, enabling naturalistic banter between the hosts, has also been a big part of its charm.

Actors

• Ryan Bergara: Playing himself, Bergara is a believer in the supernatural and often contrasts with his co-host. His reactions to the unsolved mysteries are often filled with fear and excitement.
• Shane Madej: Also playing himself, Madej acts as the skeptic of the two, constantly proposing rational explanations for the mysteries. His nonchalant attitude towards the paranormal provides comic relief.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series has spawned several spin-offs, including BuzzFeed Unsolved: Supernatural, which focuses on paranormal phenomena.
• Bergara and Madej have acknowledged on several occasions that neither approach to the mysteries - believer or skeptic - is the "right" one. The show aims to provide different perspectives and let viewers come to their own conclusions.

Quotes

• "Hey there, demons. It's me, ya boy." - Shane Madej
• "I guess we'll just chalk this one up to ghosts." - Ryan Bergara

Music, Soundtrack

• The show doesn't have a traditional recurring soundtrack., with each episode featuring a unique musical score that fits with the nature of the specific crime being discussed.