The Dead Files

About The Dead Files

Released in 2011, The Dead Files is a popular American paranormal television series. The show combines a hard-boiled detective and a perceptive psychic medium as they team up to solve unexplained supernatural phenomena in haunted locations across America. Retired homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi and psychic medium Amy Allan explore these locations separately, forming their own theories about the haunting from their investigations. Eventually, they come together to compare notes and discover startlingly similar results, often pointing to dark, mysterious pasts of the locations under investigation.

Making / Production

The series was produced by Painless Productions and was initially aired on the Travel Channel. Each episode follows a specific structure, starting with separate investigation by both Steve and Amy. Steve's investigations rely on background research and interviews with people familiar with the location, while Amy uses her claimed medium abilities to communicate with spirits present at the location. They later reconvene to share their findings and provide suggestions to rectify any paranormal activity.

Actors

• Steve DiSchiavi: He brings to the show his experience as a retired NYPD homicide detective. He conducts thorough research on the history of the locations and interviews the people involved.
• Amy Allan: Allan is a professional psychic medium who communicates with the departed spirits and discerns any paranormal activities during her walkthroughs. Her insightful perceptions drive a significant portion of each episode’s narrative.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Dead Files has covered over 200 locations across the United States.
• Amy has claimed to have seen spirits since she was four years old.
• Initially, Steve DiSchiavi was skeptical about Amy's medium capabilities, but he got convinced over time through working with her.
• That they investigate a location separately and meet only to discuss their findings is a unique approach in paranormal reality TV shows.

Quotes

• "I know what I do is crazy, I know that." - Amy Allan
• "In this investigation, it's gonna take all my strength, all my determination." - Steve DiSchiavi

Music, Soundtrack

• The eerie compositions of The Dead Files deliver a chilling backdrop for the show. These compositions play a crucial role in accentuating the uncanny narrative.
• The ominous intro music has been a staple since the show's inception, setting the tone for the investigative journeys embarked upon by Amy and Steve.