The Patterson-Gimlin Film

Overview

Short film (1967) allegedly showing a Bigfoot creature walking through a forest in Northern California. One of the most famous pieces of cryptid evidence.

Investigation

Debate continues over its authenticity, with some experts claiming it shows a genuine unknown primate and others arguing it's a hoax. No definitive conclusion has been reached.

Why it matters

The most iconic piece of evidence in the Bigfoot phenomenon, fueling decades of research, expeditions, and cultural fascination with unknown hominids.