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About the Hosts
Paranormal researcher and physical medium Amy Allan works with retired homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi on The Dead Files to help people who believe paranormal activity is ruining their lives.
Former US Marine Steve DiSchiavi is a 21-year veteran of the New York City Police Department, where he was a homicide detective. Using his investigative skills, Steve digs into the history of his clients’ homes, often finding dark and tragic events which could help explain what they’re going through.
About the Show
On The Dead Files, physical medium Amy Allan and retired NYPD homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi combine their unique and often conflicting skills to solve unexplained paranormal phenomena in haunted locations across America.
Episodes
See Episode GuideCompelled - St. Charles, Michigan
Steve and Amy investigate paranormal activity affecting the emotions of a mother and daughter in St. Charles, Michigan. Steve uncovers the town's history of deadly mine accidents, while Amy encounters spirits capable of projecting shame and fear on the living.
Consumed - Youngstown, Ohio
Steve and Amy investigate a terminally ill woman's claims that aggressive paranormal activity is ripping her family apart. Steve uncovers a connection to a gruesome mob hit, while Amy confronts a powerful negative energy that can manipulate the living.
Deadly Relations - Lake City, Florida
Steve and Amy investigate claims of paranormal activity at a home in Lake City, Florida. Steve discovers the client's mother was killed inside the home, and Amy encounters an entity that can manipulate and influence the living to commit violent acts.
The Watcher - Paso Robles, California
Steve and Amy investigate paranormal activity at a California saloon. Steve learns about a former landowner who got caught up in vigilante justice, while Amy interacts with entities capable of causing physical harm to the living.
Fear Lives Here - Magna, Utah
Steve and Amy investigate a dangerous poltergeist terrorizing a family in Magna, Utah. Steve digs into the town's mining history, while Amy encounters a dangerous manifestation formed by multiple people living inside the home.
Legion of Death - Spartanburg, South Carolina
Steve and Amy investigate paranormal activity overwhelming a family in rural South Carolina. Steve unearths the legend of a ruthless Revolutionary War soldier, while Amy is overcome by negative energy at every turn in the haunted home.
Guardians of the Dead - Montego Bay, Jamaica
Steve and Amy travel to Montego Bay, Jamaica, in their first international investigation to explore a deadly legend and frightening claims of paranormal activity at a tropical resort.
Deranged
Steve and Amy travel to Falconer, NY, to investigate reports of violent paranormal activity at a frightened family's home. While Steve interviews family members and gathers information, Amy’s nighttime walk becomes painfully dangerous.
House of Mirrors
When a desperate couple fears for their grandson's safety, Steve and Amy are called to Independence, OR, to investigate. While Steve discovers multiple tragedies surrounding the property, Amy encounters spirits capable of changing their appearance.
The Instigator
Steve and Amy investigate a home in Pittsburgh where a terrified family is being tormented by a dangerous entity. While Steve discovers the heartache of 2 of the property's previous owners, Amy encounters several conflicting entities.
Deranged
Steve and Amy travel to Falconer, NY, to investigate reports of violent paranormal activity at a frightened family's home. While Steve interviews family members and gathers information, Amy’s nighttime walk becomes painfully dangerous.
House of Mirrors
When a desperate couple fears for their grandson's safety, Steve and Amy are called to Independence, OR, to investigate. While Steve discovers multiple tragedies surrounding the property, Amy encounters spirits capable of changing their appearance.
The Instigator
Steve and Amy investigate a home in Pittsburgh where a terrified family is being tormented by a dangerous entity. While Steve discovers the heartache of 2 of the property's previous owners, Amy encounters several conflicting entities.
The Obsession
Steve and Amy investigate disturbing claims that victims of a gruesome murder haunt an Oregon, IL, restaurant. Steve encounters resistance from employees as he questions them about the startling activity, while Amy confronts several distraught entities.
From Beyond
Steve and Amy investigate claims of dangerous paranormal activity at a suburban Georgia home built on a blood-soaked Civil War battleground. During their separate investigations, Steve learns about the house’s past, while Amy sees and hears multiple ominous spirits.
Afflicted
When demonic forces devastate a terrified family in Covington, LA, Steve and Amy step in to investigate. While Steve researches the life of the original property owner, Amy encounters several demons, including one that can attach itself to the living.
Torn Apart
A terrified mother calls on Steve and Amy to investigate claims of vicious paranormal activity at her family’s home in Struthers, OH. As Steve examines the history of the property, Amy confronts multiple mutilated entities during her late-night walk.
Perfect Storm
Steve and Amy investigate a poltergeist at a frightened family's home in Delaware, OH. During their separate yet equally intense investigations, Steve uncovers one of the most bizarre deaths he’s ever seen, while Amy runs into many dark entities, including a sociopathic woman.
The Creeper - Coupland, Texas
Steve and Amy explore the disturbing connection between a cold-blooded murder and unnerving paranormal activity in Texas. While Steve probes the property's grisly history, Amy confronts a sociopathic dead man who agitates the living.
Madhouse
Steve and Amy investigate claims of disturbing paranormal activity at a historic movie theater in Marshall, MO. While Amy is overwhelmed by the presence of an extreme number of dead people, Steve discovers several deaths associated with the property.
Vengeance - Albuquerque, New Mexico
Steve and Amy investigate a New Mexico restaurant plagued by paranormal activity. Steve finds out a bloodthirsty lawman was hanged nearby, while Amy clashes with the ghost of a murderer who takes pleasure in harassing the living.
Smothered - Delmont, Pennsylvania
Steve and Amy investigate disturbing paranormal activity targeting children at a family home in Delmont, Pennsylvania. Steve uncovers a tragic past suicide and a murder that both took place in the home, while Amy encounters various entities, including a dead woman that loathes children and a creepy dead man that preys on women.
Evil in the Everglades
When Lisa’s mother died, the paranormal activity at their Florida home exploded. She’s certain that the entities in the house are determined to kill her entire family, and Amy and Steve are her only hope.
Sudden Fury
Annie thought she found her family's forever home in sun-soaked Florida until mysterious noises, imposing shadow figures and unexplained bite marks ruined their lives. Now this frightened mom seeks Steve and Amy's help to reveal who -- or what -- is tormenting them.
Cabin Fever
Lisa was living the dream when she became the proud owner of a metaphysical shop in Alabama. But it quickly turned into a nightmare when dark supernatural forces began terrorizing employees and customers. Amy and Steve may be Lisa's only shot at saving her business.
Head Games
Following a family tragedy, Paige's mother, Jennifer, moved into her Florida home for support. But instead of healing, unexplained activity has led to more grief. The two women need Steve and Amy's help expelling these dark forces before it's too late.