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It is the kind of TV show that won't let you go after watching the first episode. What gripped me in this TV show is the different characters, the different story and the amusing mind of humor even in serious events. It's the kind of TV show that don't try to tell you that there ARE really something mysterious, maybe alien like, in the world, but try to tell you that there may be something mysterious, maybe alien like, that is behind anything special event, for example suicide or murder.

I love it completely, liking all actors and characters, and every episode awaits always another new surprise.

After viewing The Pilot, I thought that The Adventures of The Believer & The Skeptic had already been done well and better on The X-Files. The Second episode, however, changed my mind. Adrian Pasdar and Rae Dawn Chong are engaging leads and are believable as the passionate Professor of Anthropology and the bitter scientist/Psychologist. Episode II was better written and was reminiscent of other feel good shows like Touched By An Angel, Early Edition, and Highway To Heaven. Mysterious Ways is worthy of a second glance.

I used to watch '' Mysterious Ways '' when it was broad casted after midnight on our commercial television. For me it was the perfect material to end the day with. Its heartwarming story lines never get too heavy and it has a positive atmosphere.

The show is about a charming college professor ( Adrian Pasdar ) with a huge interest in the paranormal. With his skeptical colleague psychiatrist Peggy ( Rae Dawn Chong ) and promising student Miranda ( Alisen Down )on his side, he tries to uncover the story behind ghostly appearances, Christian miracles, reincarnation and exorcism. In most of the episodes he's confronted with a scientific explanation to everything, but sometimes the outcome suggests more between heaven and earth. Science and faith are equally important in this show.

In another review someone mentioned it is a combination between ''The X-files '' and '' Touched by an angel''. That's a pretty accurate way to describe the show. It has the scientific approach to uncover the reality as in ''The X-files'' and the heartwarming interaction between humans as in '' Touched... '' Though I must add that '' Mysterious Ways '' never takes a religious stance in its subjects. It's to the viewer what he wants to believe. No forced Christian morales here.

One of the biggest losses was the cancellation of Mysterious Ways. The first time I saw it was in Sept. 2000. The title caught my eye and decided to watch it. It left me in amazement! I loved it! And this was just the first episode I saw. Some shows grow on you, this one steals your heart and mind.

I totally disagree that this show is a cheap imitation of the X-Files. The X-Files deals with government conspiracies, alien invasions and gives you a sensation of doubt and uncertainty. Mysterious Ways relaxes you and gives you hope that not everything is what it seems and that anyone can experience a miracle, where this word is not meant to be a "Divine intervention", but rather the emotions and possibilities that are within us all.

Take the characters, a bumbling anthropology professor whose heart is the only thing in its right place, a scientific minded calculating psychiatrist and a true genius that is a social misfit. How can these three people have anything in common? How could they get along if placed alone in a room? And yet, each has this trait which takes them above all this and helps them build a friendship of love and loyalty. In a world where they are all alone, they form a union where each accepts the others and is in turn accepted. The message that they scream is that the true miracle is that we all can get along and that we should, if we can get outside our selves for a moment. Who can forget the episode when Declan discovers a lump near his underarm, or when Miranda mysteriously learns to play the violin, or when a college student is found to have "superhuman" strength, or when the tomb of an ancient monk is discovered. (etc, etc.)

The show was marketed at 30 to 40-year olds, and apparently there weren't enough of them to keep the ratings up, so the show was cancelled leaving us with game shows, reality TV and sitcoms. Not that these are bad, everyone is entitled to veg-out once in a while, but shows that make you want to be a better person and that make you think and leave you feeling like there is hope out there and that we can make a difference are scarce, and this was one of them.

If you ever come across it, don't pass up this unique experience.

I really think it is one of the better shows right now on television so if you get to watch it on the ' "W" Network' ....Please do...On this years "Christmas " list is "MYSTERIOUS WAYS" box set D,V,D,... Please Santa... This show never grows tiresome for me and if I've seen an episode already so what... IT is that good! The acting of the three main characters superb- And Adrian Pasdar can do no wrong in my opinion.The show almost appears to have even developed a cult-like following of fans; so why not take the ball and run with it.I've seen other shows that are out on D.V.D. that are not near as good! There is always a moral message to be learned in each show and it kind of reminds me of touched by an angel. Another great show that will be missed when re-runs are not made available. So sad.

Mysterious Ways is totally underrated!! I remember watching it in Australia, it used to be prime time Wednesdays, then prime time Saturdays, and finally weekdays at 12pm. Too bad.

Great story lines, great acting and human context and I really enjoyed the script. I can understand that many of the special effects were slightly elementary, however, I think that the creators knew that as well, which is why many of their story lines stuck to human mysteries guiding them through the episode.

I apologize if that didn't make sense.

Anyways, I think that Mysterious Ways had potential to go much further than it did, maybe the time just wasn't right.

I'm really out of the loop. It took me 10 years to discover this series even existed. I was watching TV this morning at 6 AM when I came across the first episode of the series ("Amazing Grace") on the W channel (yes, the fat chick channel!) concerning a boy's mysterious survival of a drowning experience. Adian Pasdar, in a diving suit, was having an amusing if improbable discussion with Rae Down Chong on a frozen lake. The natural, offbeat and yet perfectly logical and even witty banter of the two characters was so far removed from the usual TV clichés and so brilliant in its own unassuming way that I just had to see this story to the end, even though parts of it seemed to indicate that this was a - ugh! - Canadian production (the BC setting, among other things). I was mortified to learn later that this is a cult series that actually went under the radar and only survived two years on prime time television and didn't even make it to DVD yet. That's too bad because here is a series that replaces the usual formulas with a meaningful, affecting subtext and lets the viewer do some of the brain work for a change. In a way, the fact that such an excellent, well-written, uplifting and thoughtful series didn't succeed in the open market is yet another confirmation that most US TV production is essentially lowest-common denominator "trash with dismemberments and major boobage" but that is very little comfort to me. I guess I will have to wake up at 6 AM every day and watch the W (!) channel to see the rest. I believe Adrian Pasdar is the most original TV actor I have seen in a long time. His very existence and survival in the world of television is something to be wondered at and a possible clue to the existence of God. Seriously.

I used to watch Mysterious Ways with my late aunt in 2002 I think. It was on Friday night. We liked the stories, and the characters were similar to the X-Files'. Then I moved to another country, here they showed only a few episodes of the series. What sticks in my mind is Deaclan Dunn's disobedient dog - a nice addition to the stories without a doubt.

My aunt passed away last month and it was eight years ago when I last saw her... and we always talked about some of the TV programmes we used to watch.. I don't think I can bring myself to watch even the intro of Mysterious Ways now.. as I can imagine our old house and the cats, and my aunt sitting next to me..

I remember watching Mysterious ways about 2 years ago on FX in the UK and I loved it - It was clever, original and different. Each story was a change from the last. Here in the UK the series came to an end, and at the beginning of this year I was pleased to find a new series on the Sci-fi channel. I sat down with high expectations and was solely disappointed. Each story was full of coincidences that at the end of day were fully unexplained. If I has watched Mysterious ways from this point I would of put it down as a 4 or a 5 but due to the extremely good 1st series I will give it an 7. I would recommend the series to anyone but start from the first series not the second.

OK, lets face it, if you're not a humble, faithful (and probably voting republican) American, craving to be choked on continuous moral lessons so obvious and predictable, I strongly advice you to skip this crappy non-original TV-show.

Actually I think u would do more good in church or read the story's in the good book; they're way better in a moral sense and offer at least some excitement so your brain gets activated.

This show is a total waste of time ánd money and I can only applaud it got cancelled, it was the only right thing to do. So to all of you out there who claim this show is great; get real, get a life and use your spare time in a better way

"Mysterious Ways" is the kind of TV show that grabs you and won't let go. It deals with a variety of subjects that engage, enlighten, and entertain, all while promoting basically good messages and ideals. Declan Dunn is an anthropologist who loves to investigate the mysterious. Along the way, he attracts the attention and friendship of a hospital psychiatrist, Peggy Fowler, and his less-than-normal friend Miranda. Together, they investigate the unexplained... a host of miracles, strange coincidences, unfatal falls, and "voices." Ultimately, they wind up healing the souls of the people they meet, and learn a few life lessons along the way.

For me what makes the show excellent is the complete inability to foresee the climax. Generally I can guess what's going to happen (both in movies, television and books) but this show never ceases to surprise me. I like the element of the unknown... the church window that cries blood, the ghosts that push cars off the train tracks. I like it that often there is an explanation by science, but it's never quite that simple. That, combined with the overall charm of Declan's bumbling character, Miranda's style ("take your IQ, add black velvet, and you're halfway there!"), and Peggy's disbelieving but slowly-coming-around nature.

It's a show in which you don't check your brain at the door. And it's a fun, often amusing and normally shocking, way to spend an hour a week.

While the premise of this show is good and has potential (an anthropology professor studying unexplained phenomena) the execution is brutal. It suffers mostly due to poor writing and a complete lack of scientific understanding. A lot of people try to relate this show to X-files, which it really isn't. Maybe because there are supernatural elements but that's where the comparison ends. At least X-Files tries to present believable science, but this show is all about conveniences. Like how conveniently Miranda is capable of handling anything research related. Conveniently she has access to a myriad of labs, documents, tools - many of which made up compeletly so as to provide an immediate solution to whatever problem she faces - why? Because she's hyper intelligent! And that's the only excuse we get, she specializes in everything...and yet somehow she's still just a graduate student and not employed by the FBI. Likewise, conveniently Peggy, a psychiatrist employed by the hospital, can do whatever she pleases: accessing private files, sharing patient information, providing unsolicited counseling, or carrying on unprofessional external relationships with patients - all things that would not only get her canned in real life but would have her barred from practicing psychiatry ever again. Or how Declan, the professor, can waltz in and out of restricted areas in the school and hospital, and can leave campus during school hours with a mere slap on the wrist from his superiors. I haven't even actually gotten to the science yet! These are just the enormous holes in the overall story arc of the series.

Each episode presents what they like to call "miracles" and the term doesn't real suit a lot of what takes place in the series... Mysteries would've been more accurate. A few of the episodes are religious, but not the entire series as some reviewers have been mistakenly saying. Each episode provides several terribly conceived theories to explain away something perceived as supernatural, but it always ends with a "twist" that implies that the supernatural occurrence must really be supernatural (this wears thin quickly). The worst episode, and you may stop reading now if you wish, is where a teenage boy avenges the gangland murder of his younger brother, where, despite being a high school drop out, he devises a complicated plan to deceive his entire community and church congregation into believing in the miracle of God. He somehow manages to capture the blood of his dying brother (regardless of time and trauma) pours it into a red wax pill cap (knowing enough beforehand to dilute it with olive oil, and prevent coagulation with acetaminophen), he then stuffs it into a stained glass window of the Virgin Mary so that she cries tears of blood whenever the window heats up in the sunlight. Forget the weeping Virgin Mary, it's more unbelievable to me that a street kid could even pull such a thing off in the first place!

That's this entire series in a nutshell, just a load of outlandish nonsense and lazy writing. You have to be insanely naive to accept these theories and explanations. I have only given this show four stars because Adrian Pasdar has a tight butt.

This is a terrific show that is hidden on the Pax network. This means that it is hard to find the show times. But, if you do, it is definitely worth it. The 3 main actors: Pasdar, Chong and Downs are reliable professionals who produce quality shows. I think it showed on NBC one time, but I don't know why it wasn't picked up for more episodes.

Pasdar plays an anthropology professor who delves into the unknown. If you liked the X-Files, but don't want the gore, then this show is for you. It's intelligent without insulting the viewer's IQ. And, it has surprise endings that leaves you guessing. I rate it 5 stars.

Hi,

I'm seeing this show in reruns for the first time as I never caught it in its original showings, darnit. This is my fave show even if it's old. I've seen most of the episodes now, they are all great. The writing is immeasurable and can't compare to any other, just truly wonderful and inspiring. The actors are easy on the eyes. lol.

I really don't understand why it only ran for two seasons. But at least I've got a chance to watch it here in Canada weeknights at 11 pm. Now I think the characters are great but one thing I don't get...is that Declan is their with these two gorgeous ladies and there's no love interest??????? I don't buy that part. I guess they don't want it as a romance show. But that would be interesting. Miranda is stunningly beautiful and Peggy is absolutely gorgeous. Declan is extremely good looking, in my opinion. Most of you must know he's now on Heroes.

A big fan here. Take care, Cheryl from Ontario, Canada.

I've followed the two years of this amazing and marvelous show and as thousands and thousands of fans worldwide I've got to know from numerous discussion boards over the internet would love to have it released on DVD.

Even though it has already been cancelled and it's no longer being aired in many countries, the producers should think carefully about it.

There's a real market opportunity out there and they're simply turning their back to it. If they did so, both sides of the story would be pleased because they would have the return over their investment and the fans would be satisfied to be able to see the show again and again as many times as one wishes.

I fell in love with this show within the first 10 minutes of watching the pilot episode. I've watched X-files since day one, and believe it is one of the best shows to ever have tackled the "unknown"...... but Mysterious Ways has more heart and that is what sets it apart. The acting is fabulous! Adrian Pasdar is very charismatic, and his character is wonderful, (I've already fallen in love with Declan!) And Rae Dawn Chong adds a powerful and insightful side to the duo that just makes me want to know her character in real life. I think these two have a great relationship on screen. Both Adrian and Rae detailed movie and t.v. histories, but I think this show will really help them along. Looking forward to the next episode already!! Monday is my new favorite day of the week!

I know this show was canceled about five years ago, but I just started watching the reruns a couple months ago, and fell in love with the show. True, the episodes aren't in order that way, but I don't think it really matters. Peggy Fowler, the psychiatrist (is that what it's called?) is a really interesting character, because you find out more and more about her as the series continues. Of course, Declan Dunn is great; I love his klutziness, and how he always jumps to conclusions, and Peggy and Miranda step in to help him, though more skeptically. Which brings me to Miranda Feigelstein (is it Feigelsteen or Feigelstein?), another amazing character. She's just so serious, and so focused, you can't help but love her character. An amazing show, and I'm very sorry it was canceled.

I'm not sure if this show is still being filmed. I've been watching it on Pax-TV and have fallen in love with the characters, the plots, the acting. I can't believe they allow such profoundly spiritual programs to air in this day and age. The stories are not only interesting, but uplifting and inspiring. I hope that even if NBC cancels it, that Pax-TV will order new shows. I recommend it to everyone as an antidote to the crass programs proliferating the airwaves. No, I am not a right-wing extremist. I just like to watch quality television and this is it.

Mysterious Ways is a wonderful show that leaves you guessing on how it will end. Adrian Pasdar finally has a hit show on his hands! Hopefully we will see this talented but under-used actor for many seasons to come. Rae Dawn Chong and Alison Downs also add to this show of hope.

This is a religious show at heart. I didn't see it until it was already dead. But I have a weakness for MR. JIM PROFIT himself aka Declan Dunn aka Adrian Pasdar + Rae Dawn Chong (Peggy Fowler) and with watching the show Alison Down (Miranda).

This is a making you comfortable and explaining the world show. Kind of like the JAG of the Xfiles kind of always with an explanation of everything with a LITTLE doubt (opposite JAG).

However quite addicting (like any show) if you grow fond of any of the characters....

But it's it a good show??? I'm not sure... Some 25% of the show are extremely good - but I would have to say - for the part : they are just average 60 % with some 15 % totally poor.

As a show it falls between X-files and 7heaven (the priest with his xtreamly large family show - very funny in a sad way / or wrong way show).

If u like it - see it - otherwise d'ont - but hang on for 7 episodes - it is a sneaker...

Njoy

ld1

I don't have any serious issues against this series. I do think it's nice and I know for sure that I didn't give it a fair chance, I rejected it from the very beginning, but with reason. This show is just a cheap (figuratively and quite possibly literally) and unworthy imitation of The X- Files. Two educated people, one an open-minded believer and the other one skeptical but willing to give things the benefit of the doubt and ask the right questions. Both of them investigating "Miraculous Phenomenon", which is basically another way of saying The Paranormal. Okay, so most people won't find this imitation thing a problem. But I happen to be a wholehearted fan of The X- Files and I just think why see this if you can see the original. Mysterious Ways is enjoyable and certainly not bad for the genre lovers, but it is much less interesting, eloquent, innovative (I can go on forever). I do think it's cute that they're trying. The effort is definitely noted.