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Naming the Dead

Series Overview

There are 50,000 bodies lying unnamed and unmourned across America with no way of identifying them, until now. This powerful new series follows the DNA Doe Project - a leading organization in genetic investigation and identification - as they partner with law enforcement agencies to solve the coldest of cases, name these unidentified bodies, and bring resolution to families across the country.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedDocumentary
Original Network
National Geographic
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

38 min per episode

Air Date Window

2025 – 2025

Premiered: Sat, Aug 2, 2025

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Sep 6, 2025

Season 1, Episode 6: “The Man on Fire”

In 1996, a young man was burned alive in Atlanta. Who was he? Investigators team up with the DNA Doe Project to identify him and find his family.

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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-17

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What is Naming the Dead about?

There are 50,000 bodies lying unnamed and unmourned across America with no way of identifying them, until now. This powerful new series follows the DNA Doe Project - a leading organization in genetic investigation and identification - as they partner with law enforcement agencies to solve the coldest of cases, name these unidentified bodies, and bring resolution to families across the country.

How many seasons does Naming the Dead have?

Naming the Dead comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Naming the Dead?

Key cast members in Naming the Dead include Jammy Kasongo.

Who created or directed Naming the Dead?

Naming the Dead was developed and directed by Not specified.