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Season 7 – History's Greatest Mysteries

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Using new evidence to look at some of the most historically important mysteries of recent times.

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History's Greatest Mysteries — Season 7

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Laurence Fishburne

Host

Martin K.A. Morgan

Self

Robert R. Cargill

Actor

Caroline Cory

Actor

Michael Dennin

Actor

Laurence Fishburne

Executive Producer

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Episode 1 Aired Jan 26, 2026 Area 51 Hidden in the Nevada desert, a top-secret military base remains one of the most heavily restricted sites in the United States; since the 1950s, speculation has swirled about its true purpose-ranging from hiding experimental aircraft and even alien technology; Area 51 keeps its mysteries so closely guarded that not even the president is fully briefed; what is the government really hiding there? Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 2, 2026 The Hunt for Adolf Eichmann: Case Closed At the end of World War II, many Nazi officials were captured and tried for their crimes; but one of the architects of the Holocaust, Adolf Eichmann, slipped through the cracks, repeatedly eluding Nazi hunters from around the globe. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 9, 2026 The Legend of the Werewolf It's one of humanity's oldest nightmares-at the full moon, werewolves that once were men hunt human prey and then feast on their flesh. Stories of this terrifying transformation persist to this day; do real facts lie behind the enduring stories of werewolves? Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 23, 2026 The Theft of the Mona Lisa: Case Closed The world's most famous painting vanishes in a daring heist, sparking international outrage and a global manhunt; a master detective is called in, who zeroes in on a handful of suspects with the motive and means to pull off the theft; who stole the legendary Mona Lisa? Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 2, 2026 The Hunt for the Kraken It's one of the most legendary monsters said to be lurking in the vast open seas. With stories going back hundreds of years, this elusive creature has terrorized sailors and baffled scientists. Is this predator the stuff of legend… or could the Kraken be real? Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 9, 2026 The Murder of Sam Giancana The notorious mafia kingpin Sam Giancana is shot execution style in his own home. The larger-than-life mobster had many enemies, from inside the mafia to the CIA. Was his death a crime of passion? The result of unpaid debts? Or part of an alleged government coverup for a presidential assassination? Why was Sam Giancana killed, and who ordered the hit? Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 16, 2026 The Unabomber: Case Closed A twisted mastermind uses homemade bombs to terrorize the nation. Despite one of the most extensive manhunts in U.S. history, he still manages to stay one step ahead of law enforcement for nearly two decades. How did investigators finally catch "The Unabomber," and bring one of America's most elusive criminals to justice? Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 23, 2026 Who Is the Boston Strangler A series of shocking murders shake the city of Boston to its core. Each victim, 13 women in all, bore the signature of this serial killer: a bow wrapped around their neck. With the Boston police department facing enormous pressure to bring this predator-or predators-to justice, all eyes are on Boston. Sixty years later, the question remains: who was the Boston Strangler? Details Episode 9 Airs Apr 6 The Plot to Kill Lincoln A shot rings out from the balcony of the Ford's Theater in Washington, D.C., and America's 16th president—Abraham Lincoln—has been killed. It has been long thought that this was the work of one man… but some believe the assassination was part of a larger plot months in the making. Who was behind the plan to assassinate President Lincoln? Details Episode 10 Airs Apr 13 The Hunt for El Chapo: Case Closed El Chapo is an untouchable drug lord who sat atop a criminal empire and became the most wanted man in the world; for fifteen years, the U.S. and Mexico tries to hunt down El Chapo, but he is always a few steps ahead; how did investigators finally bring El Chapo to justice? Details Episode 11 Airs Apr 20 What Killed Bruce Lee? Bruce Lee was a seemingly invincible icon and the closest thing that we had to a real-life superhero. His athleticism and drive would change martial arts for the rest of time. But when he is found dead at his peak at the age of 32, many don't believe the coroner's assessment. So, what-or who-killed Bruce Lee? Details Episode 12 Airs Apr 27 The Hunt for Viking Treasure Known for their seafaring skills and feared for their ferocity, the Vikings amassed gold, silver and other riches while trading and raiding across Europe; catches of this treasure have been found in Europe and North America, but this may be just the tip of the iceberg; are there any rich Viking hoards still waiting to be found? And if so, where are they? Details
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History's Greatest Mysteries — Season 7

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Season Info

Director
Mary Donahue
Executive Producer
Laurence Fishburne, Helen Sugland, Scooter Yancey
Network
History
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
History, Documentary, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 26, 2026