TV series
The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo
1996–1999, English, on Nickelodeon. Created by Alan Goodman.
The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo is a youth-oriented action mystery television series that ran on Nickelodeon between 1996 and 1998. A total of 41 episodes of 30 minutes each were produced. Episodes were taped at the now defunct Nickelodeon Studios in Orlando, Florida. Starring Irene Ng as the title character, the series revolves around the adventures of a young teenage girl who lives with her innkeeper grandfather and works as a non-sworn intern at the local police department where she helps out with odds and ends around the office. Occasionally an intriguing case comes to Shelby's attention, prompting her to apply her unique insight and enlist the help of her friends to solve it.
- Seasons
- 4
- Episodes
- 41
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1999
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Latest episode
S4 E20: The Egg Mystery
Aired 4 April 1999
Seasons 4
Cast & crew
- Alan GoodmanCreator
- Irene NgShelby Woo · 41 ep
- Pat MoritaMike Woo · 41 ep
- Ellen DavidDetective Sharon Delancey · 28 ep
- Eleanor NobleAngie Burns · 28 ep
- Noah KlarVince Rosania · 28 ep
- Preslaysa EdwardsCindy Ornette · 13 ep
- Adam BuschNoah Allen · 13 ep
- Steve PurnickDetective Whit Hineline · 13 ep
- Joshua HartoCast · 4 ep
- Sarah EdmondsonCast · 1 ep
- Jennifer FinniganCast · 1 ep
- Larry DayCast · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 16 March 1996
- Last aired
- 4 April 1999
- Network
- Nickelodeon
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
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The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo: quick answers
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How many seasons of The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo are there?
The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo has 4 seasons and 41 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo finished?
Yes. The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo ended in 1999, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo on?
The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo?
If you liked The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo, try 77 Sunset Strip, The Hardy Boys / Nancy Drew Mysteries, R.J. Decker.
Who created The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo?
The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo was created by Alan Goodman and stars Irene Ng, Pat Morita, Ellen David.