Expedition X

Expedition X follows a small team of investigators as they pursue strange reports and overlooked mysteries in remote and surprising places. Phil Torres and Josh Gates lead short, focused missions that mix on-the-ground fieldwork, interviews with eyewitnesses, and practical tests of local lore. Episodes can shift from dense Cambodian jungle to massive American cave systems, with the hosts weighing physical evidence against anecdote. The show keeps an investigative tone, favoring observable clues and local expertise over sensational claims, and it usually wraps each episode around what can be documented without resolving every mystery.

Premiered in 2020, the series pairs Josh Gates and Phil Torres as on-camera investigators, blending reality TV pacing with documentary-style research and occasional reenactments to illustrate leads.

The series has not received major industry awards to date, with no Emmys or Golden Globes attached. It has attracted attention within its niche audience, but award recognition has been limited compared with more mainstream documentary programs.

On social media Expedition X developed a devoted niche following, with many viewers sharing theories, episode breakdowns, and clips. Certain investigations sparked online debates about cryptids and unexplained phenomena, and the show's mix of field science and folklore has made several scenes shareable among enthusiasts.

Critics and viewers have generally responded positively, reflected in an average rating of 8.1/10 from 25 votes. Reviewers often praise the hosts' chemistry and the practical approach to testing claims, while some note a tendency toward cliffhanger teasers. The program balances skeptical inquiry with curiosity about tradition and local testimony, emphasizing field techniques, expert interviews, and the process of eliminating easy explanations.