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"The Holzer Files" Returns With More Harrowing Tales From the Archives of America's First Ghost Hunter
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'The Holzer Files' Reopens Hans Holzer's Iconic Paranormal Investigations 23 Photos
Paranormal investigator Dave Schrader, psychic medium Cindy Kaza, equipment expert Shane Pittman and researcher Gabe Roth, investigate terrifyingly true hauntings from the recently discovered case files of America's first ghost hunter.
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Paranormal investigator Dave Schrader, psychic medium Cindy Kaza, equipment expert Shane Pittman and researcher Gabe Roth investigate terrifyingly true hauntings from the recently discovered case files of America's first ghost hunter, Dr. Hans Holzer. Recognized as the "father of the paranormal," Holzer's four-decades-long exploration into disturbing hauntings like the Amityville Horror house spawned legions of supernatural enthusiasts, more than 120 books and even inspired Dan Aykroyd to write Ghostbusters. For the first time ever, Holzer's daughter, Alexandra Holzer, reopens her father's most captivating case files -- along with thousands of his documents, letters, photographs and hours of chilling audio-visual recordings from as early as the 1950s. Equipped with this treasure trove of paranormal knowledge and state-of-the-art technology, the team compares their findings with Holzer's to see if their modern research sheds new light on these half-century-old investigations.
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The Holzer Files
The team from The Holzer Files — paranormal investigator Dave Schrader, psychic medium Cindy Kaza, equipment expert Shane Pittman and researcher Gabe Roth — investigate terrifyingly true hauntings from the recently discovered case files of America's first ghost hunter, Dr. Hans Holzer.
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See Episode Guidediscovery+ 1st Look: Forever Home
In 1969, Hans' investigation of Howard Lodge was abruptly cut short by the home's owner. The team returns to uncover the haunting reality behind this stately Maryland manor's unnatural grip on the living.
discovery+ 1st Look: Forever Home
In 1969, Hans' investigation of Howard Lodge was abruptly cut short by the home's owner. The team returns to uncover the haunting reality behind this stately Maryland manor's unnatural grip on the living.
The Haunting of Lambert Castle
The team continues the work of legendary ghost hunter Hans Holzer as they explore a lavish mansion in Paterson, New Jersey. They discover a local woman's enigmatic nightmares may have a supernatural source in the dwelling's dark history.
Forever Home
SHORT DESCRIPTION: Dave, Cindy, and Shane re-open legendary ghost hunter Hans Holzer’s unusual case at the Howard Lodge, a stately manor in Maryland that possesses its former residents through haunting dreams. LONG DESCRIPTION: In 1969, Jaqueline Emery called Dr. Holzer out to investigate her home in Sykesville, Maryland, also known as the Howard Lodge, a Georgian mansion from the 1700s. She reported hearing a sick child breathing, seeing mists around the house, and feeling a presence on the second floor landing. Hans conducted his first investigation solo, but after a startling experience, he planned on returning with a medium to try and get to the bottom of the haunting. Unfortunately, when he tried to return, Jaqueline Emery changed her mind, deciding that she didn’t want him back at the house. She was happy with the haunting and felt no need for further investigation. Now, 50 years after Hans Holzer first encountered the spirits of Howard Lodge, his private case file is reopened, as paranormal investigator Dave Schrader, psychic medium Cindy Kaza, equipment specialist Shane Pittman — along with new insights from researcher Gabe Roth and Holzer’s own daughter, Alexandra — return to Sykesville to uncover the mysteries that Hans was prevented from solving. A new key to the mystery comes with the chilling discovery that multiple former residents of Howard Lodge have been haunted by non-stop dreams of the old house.
Reopened: Phantoms of the Fire
The Holzer Files team reopens their investigation of the Peck House, one of the oldest homes in Rye, New York, made infamous by its rampant paranormal activity.
Forever Home
SHORT DESCRIPTION: Dave, Cindy, and Shane re-open legendary ghost hunter Hans Holzer’s unusual case at the Howard Lodge, a stately manor in Maryland that possesses its former residents through haunting dreams. LONG DESCRIPTION: In 1969, Jaqueline Emery called Dr. Holzer out to investigate her home in Sykesville, Maryland, also known as the Howard Lodge, a Georgian mansion from the 1700s. She reported hearing a sick child breathing, seeing mists around the house, and feeling a presence on the second floor landing. Hans conducted his first investigation solo, but after a startling experience, he planned on returning with a medium to try and get to the bottom of the haunting. Unfortunately, when he tried to return, Jaqueline Emery changed her mind, deciding that she didn’t want him back at the house. She was happy with the haunting and felt no need for further investigation. Now, 50 years after Hans Holzer first encountered the spirits of Howard Lodge, his private case file is reopened, as paranormal investigator Dave Schrader, psychic medium Cindy Kaza, equipment specialist Shane Pittman — along with new insights from researcher Gabe Roth and Holzer’s own daughter, Alexandra — return to Sykesville to uncover the mysteries that Hans was prevented from solving. A new key to the mystery comes with the chilling discovery that multiple former residents of Howard Lodge have been haunted by non-stop dreams of the old house.
Reopened: Phantoms of the Fire
The Holzer Files team reopens their investigation of the Peck House, one of the oldest homes in Rye, New York, made infamous by its rampant paranormal activity.
Ties That Burn
In 1976, Hans helped the spirit of a grieving widow pass over, bringing peace to a terrified family -- until the alarming paranormal activity returned. The team heads to the quiet coastal town of Port Clyde, Maine, to investigate the resurgent haunting.
Reopened: Legends and Lies
Ties That Burn
In 1976, Hans helped the spirit of a grieving widow pass over, bringing peace to a terrified family -- until the alarming paranormal activity returned. The team heads to the quiet coastal town of Port Clyde, Maine, to investigate the resurgent haunting.
Reopened: Legends and Lies
The Ghost That Got Away
The team reopens a case that eluded Hans for decades as they unlock the iron gates of a Virginia mansion for its first-ever paranormal investigation. They seek out the spirit of a young woman said to roam the grounds, weeping for her lost love.
Reopened: Grave Secrets
The Ghost That Got Away
The team reopens a case that eluded Hans for decades as they unlock the iron gates of a Virginia mansion for its first-ever paranormal investigation. They seek out the spirit of a young woman said to roam the grounds, weeping for her lost love.
Reopened: Grave Secrets
Ancient Evil
Hans visited Mystery Hill countless times throughout his storied career, yet he refused to discuss the dark truths buried on the site. The team ventures to New Hampshire to find out why he insisted on keeping his family far away from the haunted hilltop.
Reopened: Possessor’s Curse
Ancient Evil
Hans visited Mystery Hill countless times throughout his storied career, yet he refused to discuss the dark truths buried on the site. The team ventures to New Hampshire to find out why he insisted on keeping his family far away from the haunted hilltop.
Reopened: Possessor’s Curse
Don't Send Them to Heaven
In 1968, Hans fled an unassuming farmhouse out of fear of possession at the hands of a powerful entity. Reports of the current owner’s paranormal encounters sends the team to Waterford, Maine, to confront the dark presence haunting the historic home.
Reopened: A Grave Revenge
Don't Send Them to Heaven
In 1968, Hans fled an unassuming farmhouse out of fear of possession at the hands of a powerful entity. Reports of the current owner’s paranormal encounters sends the team to Waterford, Maine, to confront the dark presence haunting the historic home.
Reopened: A Grave Revenge
Final Word
Between 1960 and 1975, Hans conducted several investigations of Franklin Castle, one of America's most haunted houses. Strangely, he refused to publish his findings. The team travels to Ohio to uncover why he intentionally buried the mysterious case.