How to Watch History's Mystery Files with Jorge Garcia on HISTORY
History's Mystery Files premieres Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 10 PM ET/PT on HISTORY, which is DIRECTV channel 269. Jorge Garcia hosts the new series, and it airs right after the new season of The Curse of Oak Island at 9 PM. HISTORY is included starting with DIRECTV's CHOICE package.
The show revisits cases HISTORY has covered over the years, from sacred discoveries and strange weapons to unsolved disappearances and what the network calls "high strangeness." Each episode follows the clues, the evidence and the open questions behind a set of mysteries. Garcia is best known as Hurley on Lost and later starred on Hawaii Five-0.
History's Mystery Files at a glance
| Premiere | Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 10 PM ET/PT |
|---|---|
| Network | HISTORY |
| DIRECTV channel | 269 |
| Lowest DIRECTV package with HISTORY | CHOICE (also in ULTIMATE and PREMIER) |
| Host | Jorge Garcia |
| Lead-in | The Curse of Oak Island, 9 PM ET/PT |
| Streaming | HISTORY app and History.com the day after each episode airs |
History's Mystery Files episode schedule
| Air date | Episode |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, Nov. 10 | 1. "Hidden Treasures" |
| Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 2. "Puzzling Places" |
| Tuesday, Nov. 24 | 3. "Secret Weapons" |
HISTORY hasn't announced how many episodes are in the first season. TV listings show a 10:03 PM ET start for the first three episodes, so it's worth padding the end of your recording by a few minutes.
How to watch History's Mystery Files on DIRECTV
HISTORY is on channel 269 in the CHOICE, ULTIMATE and PREMIER packages. ENTERTAINMENT, DIRECTV's entry-level package, doesn't include it, so you'd need to move up to CHOICE to watch live.
- Live: tune to channel 269 on Tuesday nights at 10 PM ET/PT.
- Recording: set a series recording on your DIRECTV Genie or in the DIRECTV app so you catch both Oak Island and Mystery Files.
- Next-day streaming: sign in to the HISTORY app or History.com with your DIRECTV login. New episodes also show up in DIRECTV On Demand the day after they air.
The HISTORY channel guide for DIRECTV covers the network's sister channels and its free History-themed channels.
More mystery shows on HISTORY this fall
Tuesday nights pair Mystery Files with Season 14 of The Curse of Oak Island, where Rick and Marty Lagina say they've never been closer to solving the island's mystery. Two days later, Mysteries Unearthed with Danny Trejo Season 3 premieres Thursday, November 12, also on channel 269.
Frequently asked questions
When does History's Mystery Files premiere?
History's Mystery Files premieres Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 10 PM ET/PT on HISTORY.
Who hosts History's Mystery Files?
Actor and comedian Jorge Garcia, known for Lost and Hawaii Five-0, hosts the series.
What channel is History's Mystery Files on DIRECTV?
It airs on HISTORY, which is DIRECTV channel 269. HISTORY is included in the CHOICE, ULTIMATE and PREMIER packages.
Can I stream History's Mystery Files?
Yes. New episodes stream on the HISTORY app and History.com the day after they air. Sign in with your DIRECTV account.
What show airs before History's Mystery Files?
The Curse of Oak Island Season 14 airs at 9 PM ET/PT on Tuesdays, right before Mystery Files.
What is the first episode of History's Mystery Files?
The premiere episode is titled Hidden Treasures and airs November 10, 2026.
Need HISTORY in your lineup before the premiere? Call 1-855-690-9884 to compare DIRECTV packages that include channel 269.
Details reviewed October 21, 2026. Air dates and times are set by HISTORY and may change. DIRECTV availability, packages and prices vary by address and are subject to change. History's Mystery Files, HISTORY, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.