Browse the full History TV guide for Tuesday, 27 October 2026. 23 programmes listed , including 6 tonight. US listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.
Early Morning
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00:05 58m
History's Greatest Mysteries
S5 · E6 · Escape from Alcatraz DocumentaryEscape from AlcatrazExploring the most famous escape attempt from the most infamous prison, Alcatraz, using what few clues were left behind to paint a picture of what happened. -
01:03 1h 1m
History's Greatest Mysteries
S3 · E10 · Jack the Ripper DocumentaryJack the RipperThe mystery surrounding Jack the Ripper, one of the world's most infamous serial killers, remains unsolved even as experts struggle to identify the killer. -
02:04 1h 2m
History's Greatest Mysteries
S3 · E5 · The Amityville Horror TrueThe Amityville HorrorA look is taken at the Amityville Horror, where a peaceful family home on Long Island transformed into one of the most notorious houses in America. -
03:06 59m
History's Greatest Mysteries
S4 · E2 · Who is the Zodiac Killer? DocumentaryWho is the Zodiac Killer?A serial killer in 1969 baffles authorities with cryptic ciphers and leaves the public wondering about his true identity for over fifty years. -
04:05 56m
History's Greatest Mysteries
S5 · E6 · Escape from Alcatraz DocumentaryEscape from AlcatrazExploring the most famous escape attempt from the most infamous prison, Alcatraz, using what few clues were left behind to paint a picture of what happened.
Morning
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07:00 30m
Amazing Facts with Doug Batchelor
ReligiousPastor Doug Batchelor presents a studious hour on spiritually relevant topics such as Bible prophecy, the gospel message and the Holy Spirit. -
07:30 30m
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08:00 1h
The UnXplained
S8 · E13 · Unnerving Nature TrueUnnerving NatureAcross the planet are places where nature behaves in ways that seem to defy explanation-forests where people vanish and caves filled with toxic air. -
09:00 1h
The UnXplained
S2 · E5 · Extreme Weather Mysteries TrueExtreme Weather MysteriesWith acts such as blood-like rain and lightning that seems to follow people, some wonder if these anomalies have spiritual or scientific explanations. -
10:00 1h
The UnXplained
S4 · E3 · Curses Unleashed DocumentaryCurses UnleashedA look at legends of curses throughout history and how people believed they functioned. -
11:00 1h
The UnXplained
S2 · E13 · The Underground World TrueThe Underground WorldContinuous discoveries made in underground sites make it seem apparent mankind has much left to learn about what can be found underneath their feet.
Daytime
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12:00 1h
The UnXplained
S6 · E11 · Monsters Among Us TrueMonsters Among UsExploring theories surrounding mythical creatures with magical or supernatural powers. -
13:00 1h
The UnXplained
S8 · E5 · Mind Over Matter TrueMind Over MatterThe human mind is home to all our thoughts, hopes, dreams, and memories. The organ we call the brain not only keeps us alive; but allows higher thought. -
14:00 1h
The UnXplained
S10 · E19 · Mysteries of the Underground TrueMysteries of the UndergroundBeneath our feet lie hidden ancient tunnels, sacred caves, and shadowy passages into a world of darkness shaped by nature, carved by man, and steeped in myth. -
15:00 1h
The UnXplained
S8 · E15 · Alien Close Encounters TrueAlien Close EncountersFor decades, UFO sightings have been reported by military pilots, civilians, and even entire communities. -
16:00 1h
The UnXplained
S8 · E6 · Mighty Kingdoms Unearthed TrueMighty Kingdoms UnearthedThroughout civilization there are many kingdoms and mighty empires that have risen, only to one day fall. -
17:00 1h
The UnXplained
S1 · E1 · Evil Places DocumentaryEvil PlacesHost William Shatner explores supposedly sinister locations from across the world where unfortunate events befall those who dare to enter them.
Evening
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18:00 1h
The UnXplained
S6 · E8 · Strange Technology TrueStrange TechnologyExploring the histories of ancient objects and theories about their potential. -
19:00 1h
The UnXplained
S3 · E22 · The Search For Extraterrestrial Life DocumentaryThe Search For Extraterrestrial LifeExamining the mysteries of outer space, from mysterious objects within Earth's solar system to the greater unknowns of deep space. -
20:00 1h
The UnXplained
S4 · E4 · Secrets of Abandoned Places DocumentarySecrets of Abandoned PlacesA look is taken at mankind's fascination with abandoned places, focusing on why humans find such post-apocalyptic spaces to be so morbidly fascinating. -
21:00 1h
The UnXplained Special Presentation
S2 · E14 · Underwater Mysteries TrueUnderwater MysteriesTwisting rivers, large lakes and massive oceans cover most of the planet; for centuries, people have wondered about activity deep beneath the surface. -
22:00 1h 3m
The UnXplained Special Presentation
S2 · E15 · Shadow Societies TrueShadow SocietiesWe've all wondered about mysterious societies that operate in the shadows, holding the potential to shape our daily lives. -
23:03 1h 2m
The UnXplained Special Presentation
S2 · E16 · Lost Fortunes TrueLost FortunesThere are countless stories about hidden jewels, confiscated coins and priceless artifacts that remain tantalizingly elusive and hidden from view.