Mermaids: The New Evidence -

: Characters like Dr. Paul Robertson, portrayed as whistleblowers, were actually played by actors.

The program was a "docufiction" or mockumentary produced by as a sequel to Mermaids: The Body Found . It used a blend of real-world phenomena and fabricated narratives to create a persuasive story: Mermaids: The New Evidence

: The story was so effective that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) was forced to release an official statement clarifying that no evidence of aquatic humanoids has ever been found . : Characters like Dr

The program included a brief disclaimer in the end credits identifying it as a work of fiction, though critics argued it was too brief and easily missed by viewers. : Characters like Dr. Paul Robertson