History TV Guide: Daily Listings and Schedule Overview
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Ancient Aliens
Host Giorgio Tsoukalos probes the series archives to present the most compelling UFO SIGHTINGS. From footage of extraordinary aircraft taken by fighter pilots to a strange object filmed flying over a military base in Iraq and mysterious glowing orbs that are reported all over the world, are these remarkable sightings evidence of extraterrestrial visitation?
The Mega-Brands That Built America
A husband's homemade bandage, a college dropout's breakthrough adhesive and a factory worker's wartime fix transform simple strips of tape into indispensable American icons, creating a $90 billion industry, one sticky invention at a time.
History's Greatest Machines With Dolph Lundgren
If size counts, these machines rewrite all the rules; Dolph Lundgren gets up close inside legendary giants: the Antonov An-225 cargo jet history's largest aircraft; the 200-ton WWII Maus tank designed by Porsche for Hitler, the largest ever made; and Bigfoot, the original monster truck that created a global phenomenon; when small isn't enough, Dolph goes massive with these supersized beasts.
Mysteries Unearthed With Danny Trejo
A species thought lost forever is spotted again; a dog plays an unexpected role in recovering the World Cup trophy; a puppy from the Ice Age emerges intact after 18,000 years; revealing just how unpredictable the natural world can be.
The Mega-Brands That Built America
A husband's homemade bandage, a college dropout's breakthrough adhesive and a factory worker's wartime fix transform simple strips of tape into indispensable American icons, creating a $90 billion industry, one sticky invention at a time.
History's Greatest Machines With Dolph Lundgren
If size counts, these machines rewrite all the rules; Dolph Lundgren gets up close inside legendary giants: the Antonov An-225 cargo jet history's largest aircraft; the 200-ton WWII Maus tank designed by Porsche for Hitler, the largest ever made; and Bigfoot, the original monster truck that created a global phenomenon; when small isn't enough, Dolph goes massive with these supersized beasts.
Mysteries Unearthed With Danny Trejo
A species thought lost forever is spotted again; a dog plays an unexpected role in recovering the World Cup trophy; a puppy from the Ice Age emerges intact after 18,000 years; revealing just how unpredictable the natural world can be.
Mysteries Unearthed With Danny Trejo
A Revolutionary War era ship hides under the streets of Manhattan; a sprawling Roman villa is unearthed in the backyard of an English home; finding an ancient Grecian maze that is long thought to be a myth.
The UnXplained Special Presentation
A look at the possibility of structures like the Men-an-Tol monolith or the colossal Olmec being imbued with mystical powers.
M*A*S*H
A strong windstorm affects the members of the 4077th in various ways.
M*A*S*H
Charles assumes heroic proportions after reviving a dying patient with heart massage.
Rust Valley Restorers
Mike converts a 1957 GMC truck to run on alcohol for a truck-obsessed teenage girl; Avery goes the extra mile, finishing the Unimog for its hard-to-please owner.
Big Timber
Kevin is on a "shopping spree" getting old parts he can use to build his huge new saw at the mill, while Jake works on the Seacrest and Erik plugs away at the Pipe Dream.
Lost Car Rescue
While searching for abandoned relics along The Alaska Highway, Matt's team steps up as car hunters in their own right.
Rust Valley Restorers
Mike converts a 1957 GMC truck to run on alcohol for a truck-obsessed teenage girl; Avery goes the extra mile, finishing the Unimog for its hard-to-please owner.
Big Timber
Kevin is on a "shopping spree" getting old parts he can use to build his huge new saw at the mill, while Jake works on the Seacrest and Erik plugs away at the Pipe Dream.
Border Security: Canada's Front Line
An American arrives at customs with firearms; a traveler makes a breathtaking statement.
Border Security: Canada's Front Line
An irritated traveler pushes officers to the limit; Haitian fruits may contain more than vitamins.
M*A*S*H
Charles becomes the most unpopular man in camp when he receives a winterized polar suit from his parents.
M*A*S*H
The experiences of being wounded, flown to the 4077th, operated on and treated are seen through a soldier's eyes.
Hazardous History With Henry Winkler
The modern concept of extreme sports is a product of marketing, but back in the old days, the lack of rules made them truly extreme; from bone-crushing football and deadly baseball games to wild events like auto polo.
History's Deadliest With Ving Rhames
From ancient war machines to devastating weapons of mass destruction, these are the innovations that changed warfare and rank among history's deadliest.
History's Greatest Escapes With Morgan Freeman
During World War II, the Nazi war machine creates specialized death camps; at Sobibor, in Poland, a small group of Jews engineer a mass escape and help bring the story of the Holocaust to the rest of the world.
History's Greatest Escapes With Morgan Freeman
A German American pilot, Dieter Dengler, uses survival skills honed as a child to escape a secret prison in Laos during the early years of the Vietnam War.
M*A*S*H
Charles becomes the most unpopular man in camp when he receives a winterized polar suit from his parents.
M*A*S*H
The experiences of being wounded, flown to the 4077th, operated on and treated are seen through a soldier's eyes.
History's Deadliest With Ving Rhames
From ancient war machines to devastating weapons of mass destruction, these are the innovations that changed warfare and rank among history's deadliest.
The Mega-Brands That Built America
A husband's homemade bandage, a college dropout's breakthrough adhesive and a factory worker's wartime fix transform simple strips of tape into indispensable American icons, creating a $90 billion industry, one sticky invention at a time.
History's Greatest Machines With Dolph Lundgren
If size counts, these machines rewrite all the rules; Dolph Lundgren gets up close inside legendary giants: the Antonov An-225 cargo jet history's largest aircraft; the 200-ton WWII Maus tank designed by Porsche for Hitler, the largest ever made; and Bigfoot, the original monster truck that created a global phenomenon; when small isn't enough, Dolph goes massive with these supersized beasts.
The Food That Built America
A century ago, the cookie industry didn't exist, until a wave of innovators turns it into a $15 billion powerhouse; from the first sandwich cookie to the invention of chocolate chips, the rise of packaged cookies, and "homemade" chain staples, each breakthrough fuels the battle for America's favorite circular sweet.
Hazardous History With Henry Winkler
Remember when people would do just about anything for an adrenaline fix? From racing cars at the "Murderdrome," to high diving on horseback, to cutting our teeth on looping water slides, revisit the ways people once chased a thrill. These death-defying stunts and gravity-pushing spectacles didn't always stick the landing, but that didn't stop anyone from trying. It's a heart-pumping jolt back to a
History's Deadliest With Ving Rhames
From ancient war machines to devastating weapons of mass destruction, these are the innovations that changed warfare and rank among history's deadliest.
The Food That Built America
A century ago, the cookie industry didn't exist, until a wave of innovators turns it into a $15 billion powerhouse; from the first sandwich cookie to the invention of chocolate chips, the rise of packaged cookies, and "homemade" chain staples, each breakthrough fuels the battle for America's favorite circular sweet.
Hazardous History With Henry Winkler
Remember when people would do just about anything for an adrenaline fix? From racing cars at the "Murderdrome," to high diving on horseback, to cutting our teeth on looping water slides, revisit the ways people once chased a thrill. These death-defying stunts and gravity-pushing spectacles didn't always stick the landing, but that didn't stop anyone from trying. It's a heart-pumping jolt back to a
Hazardous History With Henry Winkler
The modern concept of extreme sports is a product of marketing, but back in the old days, the lack of rules made them truly extreme; from bone-crushing football and deadly baseball games to wild events like auto polo.
History's Greatest Escapes With Morgan Freeman
During World War II, the Nazi war machine creates specialized death camps; at Sobibor, in Poland, a small group of Jews engineer a mass escape and help bring the story of the Holocaust to the rest of the world.
History's Greatest Escapes With Morgan Freeman
A German American pilot, Dieter Dengler, uses survival skills honed as a child to escape a secret prison in Laos during the early years of the Vietnam War.
M*A*S*H
Charles becomes the most unpopular man in camp when he receives a winterized polar suit from his parents.
M*A*S*H
The experiences of being wounded, flown to the 4077th, operated on and treated are seen through a soldier's eyes.
Rust Valley Restorers
Mike sells a Willys Jeep to custom car wizard James West, but the price will be determined by the winner of a drag race; the challenge puts pressure on both shops to produce competition-worthy trucks.
Big Timber
With the battle for logs taking a toll, Kevin keeps pursuing his plans to build the Pipe Dream and a new saw at the mill; mill hand Simon's plans for a logger sports day get wildly out of hand once Kevin steps in to help.
Lost Car Rescue
Matt's team is hunting 1950s Volkswagens by any means necessary, even scaling a ravine or craning over treetops.
Rust Valley Restorers
Mike sells a Willys Jeep to custom car wizard James West, but the price will be determined by the winner of a drag race; the challenge puts pressure on both shops to produce competition-worthy trucks.
Big Timber
With the battle for logs taking a toll, Kevin keeps pursuing his plans to build the Pipe Dream and a new saw at the mill; mill hand Simon's plans for a logger sports day get wildly out of hand once Kevin steps in to help.
Border Security: America's Front Line
Packaged sweets at JFK Airport; a Dutch visitor travels stateside; mistaken identity for a traveler in Washington State; party girls' plans are deflated.
Border Security: America's Front Line
Officers don't believe a traveler's claims; a Canadian traveler is upset; clearance issues for a package from China.
M*A*S*H
Hawkeye and B.J. discover Charles living the life of Riley due to the attentions of his menially paid Korean servant.
M*A*S*H
Heavy casualties nearly exhaust the unit's supply of Pentothal.
The Food That Built America
Two pizza juggernauts expand their empires as a new contender turns the fight into a three-way race to become America's big pizza chain; they push the limits with promotions, creations and inventive sides, only to discover a fourth chain charging onto the battlefield.
The Toys That Built America
From a first-century Roman emperor who created an early version of the whoopee cushion to modern materials that emulate human body fluids, gross equals big bucks for toymakers; examining innovative toys designed to shock.
The Toys That Built America
From the velocipede to the Schwinn Stingray, or even pedal cars to Power Wheels, viewers will roll their way through the history of the hottest toys on wheels and the surprising stories behind their creations.
The Toys That Built America
As toys became increasingly complex in the early 1970s, two unconventional inventors risk their homes and careers to bring revolutionary twists to classic games; together, Uno and Connect Four unleash a wave of family-friendly games.
The Mega-Brands That Built America
During WWII, a struggling automaker and Detroit's industry titan race to build a revolutionary all-purpose military vehicle, then spend decades battling to reinvent their wartime creation into America's popular type of car, the SUV.
M*A*S*H
Hawkeye and B.J. discover Charles living the life of Riley due to the attentions of his menially paid Korean servant.
M*A*S*H
Heavy casualties nearly exhaust the unit's supply of Pentothal.
The Food That Built America
Two pizza juggernauts expand their empires as a new contender turns the fight into a three-way race to become America's big pizza chain; they push the limits with promotions, creations and inventive sides, only to discover a fourth chain charging onto the battlefield.
The Food That Built America
A century ago, the cookie industry didn't exist, until a wave of innovators turns it into a $15 billion powerhouse; from the first sandwich cookie to the invention of chocolate chips, the rise of packaged cookies, and "homemade" chain staples, each breakthrough fuels the battle for America's favorite circular sweet.
Hazardous History With Henry Winkler
Remember when people would do just about anything for an adrenaline fix? From racing cars at the "Murderdrome," to high diving on horseback, to cutting our teeth on looping water slides, revisit the ways people once chased a thrill. These death-defying stunts and gravity-pushing spectacles didn't always stick the landing, but that didn't stop anyone from trying. It's a heart-pumping jolt back to a
History is a global television network specializing in historical documentaries, non-fiction entertainment, factual series, and practical investigative programming. The History TV guide provides viewers with a structured overview of daily broadcasts, upcoming episode premieres, and evening programming schedules across different regions. Whether searching for prime-time documentary specials or daytime factual series, reviewing up-to-date listings helps viewers track when their favorite programs air.
About the History Channel
Launched in 1995, History (formerly known as The History Channel) is an international pay-television network primarily owned by A+E Networks, a joint venture between Hearst Communications and the Disney Entertainment division of The Walt Disney Company. The network broadcasts globally, with specialized regional feeds serving North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and other international markets.
History focuses on a broad range of non-fiction programming. While its early broadcasts emphasized traditional military, political, and ancient history documentaries, the channel's modern schedule includes historical fiction dramas, investigative series, engineering showcases, real-world survival programs, and artifact valuation shows.
Using the History TV Guide
The tv guide for History organizes programming by date, time zone, and broadcast format. Viewers consulting the schedule can find essential details to plan their viewing, including:
- Broadcast Times: Start and end times for morning, afternoon, prime-time, and late-night shows.
- Episode Details: Season numbers, episode titles, and episode descriptions for serialized and factual shows.
- Program Formats: Clear distinction between network premieres, repeat broadcasts, and special marathon airings.
- Time-Zone Adjustments: Scheduling details tailored to Eastern, Central, Pacific, or regional international local times.
Because broadcast times can vary depending on your location and service provider, checking the daily schedule ensures you do not miss upcoming broadcasts or time-sensitive series premieres.
History TV Listings and Broadcast Schedules
Navigating History tv listings allows audiences to discover what is playing today, tonight, and throughout the week. Broadcast schedules are typically divided into distinct daily programming blocks:
Daytime Listings
During morning and afternoon hours, History listings frequently feature thematic marathons, back-to-back reruns of popular non-fiction series, and standalone documentary specials. Daytime broadcasts offer a reliable way to catch up on multi-part series or past seasons.
Prime-Time Listings
Prime-time hours (typically starting at 8:00 PM in most local time zones) feature the network's flagship programming. This block is reserved for network premieres of major documentary series, high-budget historical dramas, original investigative specials, and new episode drops.
Late-Night Listings
Late-night schedules usually feature encore presentations of the evening's prime-time broadcasts, providing a second opportunity for viewers to watch newly released episodes.
Programming Categories on History
History's broadcast schedule covers several core non-fiction and factual entertainment categories:
- Historical Documentaries & Specials: In-depth examinations of ancient civilizations, military history, world wars, and significant historical figures.
- Investigative & Mystery Series: Programs focusing on historical enigmas, archaeological discoveries, and unexplored historical theories.
- Real-World & Industry Series: Shows exploring specialized professions, historical trades, restoration, automotive history, and artifact collecting.
- Survival & Exploration: Unscripted series documenting human endurance, extreme environments, and wilderness survival challenges.
- Dramatized History: Scripted mini-series and historical drama shows based on real historical events and historical figures.
Key Programs and Notable Shows
History features a wide variety of long-running original series and factual programs. Depending on your region's schedule, prominent programs found in the listings include:
- The Curse of Oak Island: An investigative documentary series following brothers Rick and Marty Lagina as they attempt to solve the historical mysteries and locate rumored treasures on Oak Island in Nova Scotia.
- Pawn Stars: A long-running factual entertainment show set in Las Vegas, focusing on historical artifacts, antiques, and collectibles evaluated by expert appraisers.
- Ancient Aliens: A long-running series examining historical texts, ancient structures, and archaeological sites through the lens of ancient astronaut theories.
- Alone: A intense self-shot survival competition series where participants endure extreme wilderness environments with minimal equipment.
- Forged in Fire: A competition series featuring world-class bladesmiths recreating historical bladed weapons, testing their crafting expertise and historical accuracy.
How to Navigate and Check the History TV Schedule
To find accurate program times and plan your television viewing effectively, follow these practical steps:
- Select Your Location: Ensure your schedule viewer accounts for your current time zone (e.g., Eastern, Central, Pacific, or local international time).
- Choose the Date: Toggle between today's listings, tonight's schedule, or upcoming weekly dates.
- Filter by Genre or Show: Look for specific series titles or documentary blocks to see when individual episodes air.
- Verify Provider Differences: Check whether you are viewing standard high-definition cable feeds, satellite listings, or regional digital broadcast channels.
- Set Reminders: Note prime-time premiere times or set your DVR/recording services based on the published start times.
Viewing Options and Platform Availability
History is available through numerous distribution platforms globally. Viewers can access the channel and its programming via:
- Traditional Pay-TV: Included in major satellite and cable provider channel packages.
- Live TV Streaming Services: Available on digital subscription platforms that offer live linear cable feeds.
- On-Demand & Network Apps: Select series and past episodes can be streamed through History's official app, website, or authenticated TV Everywhere services using provider credentials.
Regional Variations and Time Zone Information
Television schedules for History are not uniform worldwide. Broadcast times, show titles, and licensing vary based on geographic region:
- North American Feeds: Typically operate on primary Eastern/Pacific dual feeds, meaning a show scheduled for 9:00 PM Eastern will air at 9:00 PM Pacific in its respective zone.
- International Feeds: Regional versions across Europe, Latin America, and Asia feature localized schedules, localized voiceovers or subtitles, and region-specific programming lineups.
- Daylight Saving Changes: Regional schedule shifts can occur during seasonal time changes, affecting international viewing schedules.
Always verify listings against your local service provider's electronic program guide (EPG) for localized channel numbers and precise airtimes.
Understanding Evergreen vs. Time-Sensitive Schedule Data
When reviewing TV guide information, it is helpful to distinguish between permanent channel facts and changing schedule data:
- Evergreen Information: Network ownership, core genre focus, flagship show titles, and overall channel mission remain consistent over time.
- Time-Sensitive Information: Daily airtimes, specific episode numbers, premiere dates, and special holiday marathon schedules change constantly.
Because exact daily broadcasting times are subject to change due to live events or schedule updates, always consult current daily listings for real-time schedule accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the History TV Guide?
The History TV Guide is a scheduling resource that details daily program times, show descriptions, episode titles, and upcoming broadcast dates for the History television network.
What is on History tonight?
Tonight's schedule typically features prime-time original series, historical documentaries, and new episode premieres. Check the daily schedule grid for exact showtimes based on your time zone.
Where can I find the History TV schedule?
You can view the History schedule through your cable or satellite provider's on-screen program guide, online television listing portals, or the network's official digital platforms.
Do History program times vary by region?
Yes. Broadcast times depend on your local time zone, country, and television provider. International feeds also feature customized lineups specific to their region.
How can I check when a specific show airs on History?
Use the search or filter functions in your TV listings guide to look up a show title. The guide will display upcoming airings, season numbers, and episode details.