NEW YORK, NY—Last night, Syfy's "Destination Truth," hosted by Josh Gates, kicked off new episodes of season three with its best premiere ever, uncovering 2.2 million total viewers, 1.4 million Adults 25-54 (series high) and 1.3 million Adults 18-49, while averaging a 1.6 household rating. The St. Patrick's Day-themed episode, which featured a search for the leprechaun in the Irish countryside, aired from 10-11pm.

"Destination Truth" finished #2 for the entire day among cable entertainment programs in Adults 25-54.



During prime, Syfy was the #2 cable network for Adults 18-49, Adults 25-54, Men 25-54, Women 18-49 and Women 25-54.

On "Destination Truth," world traveler and intrepid explorer Josh Gates takes viewers off the map and around the globe in search of the answers to some of the world's most intriguing unexplained mysteries. This spring, Josh and crew will travel to the U.S., Jordan, Israel, China, New Zealand and Chile. The new episodes will also feature guest investigators Kris Williams ("Ghost Hunters") and Allison Scagliotti ("Warehouse 13"). "Destination Truth" is executive produced by Brad Kuhlman for Ping Pong Productions ("1000 Places to See Before You Die," "Celebrity Rehab," "FM Nation"). Bechara Gholam serves as co-executive producer.