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Expedition Unknown, featuring the legendary Josh Gates, began airing its 13th season on June 26, 2024. Gates, who loves to find answers by delving deep into mysteries, does the same in this season as well.
But after so many expeditions, has Josh Gates found anything on the show Expedition Unknown? The answer is both yes and no. Despite several expeditions and digging, Gates has not found anything of major value. However, he has found artifacts and small objects, keeping the hope alive for a bigger find.
Expedition Unknown, produced by Ping Pong Productions, was a chartbuster initially for Travel Channel and later moved to Discover Channel, where it got commendable viewership as well.
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As per Rotten Tomatoes, the official synopsis of the show reads:
"Intrigued by legendary mysteries and driven by curiosity, Josh Gates is on a mission for answers. "Expedition Unknown" chronicles his global adventures as he investigates iconic unsolved events, lost cities, buried treasures, and other puzzling stories."
It continues:
"Armed with a degree in archaeology, a quick wit and a thirst for action, Gates investigates recent developments before embarking on a detailed exploration. Whether he's trekking through Fiji in search of Amelia Earhart's remains or diving the deep seas of Panama to locate Captain Morgan's pirate ship, Gates' roughshod expeditions lead him one step closer to the truth."
Currently, the show holds an IMDb rating of 8.2/10.
Has Josh Gates ever found anything in Expedition Unknown?
Josh Gates fans and internet users have wondered if showrunner Josh Gates has ever found anything on the show or if it’s all a bluff by Discovery. As you might know, Gates has not made any major discoveries to date. However, he has found clues and artifacts, that can perhaps lead him to something bigger in the future.
In 2019, Josh explored a 2,500-year-old Egyptian mummy, a discovery unveiled by Discovery Network on the show. He also, along with his team, discovered the Golden Owl in the same year.
Some of his well-known expeditions include:
- The Sudwala Caves Expedition
- Corsica Nazi Treasure
- Lost Gold in Panama
- Finding the vanished jewels from the crown in England
Although most of the show's expeditions do not end in major discoveries, viewers remain captivated by his curiosity and energy as he unravels the past and uncovers mysteries.
The show gives a glimpse of multiple historical places and objects to viewers that they may have never come across. Thanks to Josh, his team, and Discovery Channel, who travel across the world, go into goofy places, and try to look for something that can be the find of a lifetime, thereby always keeping the objective of the show and the intrigue of the audience alive.
Who is Josh Gates?
Josh Gates hails from Massachusetts, US. He is an explorer, TV presenter, archaeologist, and producer. Gates holds a co-major in Drama and Archaeology. Other than being the host for Expedition Unknown, he has been featured in multiple shows, including Legendary Locations (2015-present), Beg, Borrow & Deal (2002-2003), The Monster Hunter (2008-present), and more.
Seasons 1-13 of Expedition Unknown is now streaming on Prime Video.
