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If you like settling in for a run of cases, ION Mystery is built for that habit. The free over-the-air network fills its schedule with crime dramas and investigative series, often in long blocks you can drop into at any episode.
You may find ION Mystery with an antenna, through a participating TV provider, or on free and paid streaming platforms. Because the local station and channel number change by market, the network’s channel and streaming lookup can help you check your address.
The listings below will help you pin down the right ION Mystery feed and decide whether an antenna, free stream, or TV service makes the most sense based on where you live.
What channel is ION Mystery on near me?
ION Mystery broadcasts over the air in many major U.S. markets, though its channel number varies by local station. DIRECTV also lists the network on channel 88, while cable and fiber availability depends on your local provider.
The table below lists ION Mystery’s over-the-air channel numbers in 56 major U.S. cities. If your area isn’t listed, enter your zip code below to compare local TV providers.
ION Mystery channel numbers
| City | Local antenna channel |
|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 50.2 |
| Anchorage, AK | 5.6 |
| Atlanta, GA | 14.4 |
| Austin, TX | 62.4 |
| Bakersfield, CA | 31.3 |
| Baltimore, MD | 2.4 |
| Boston, MA | 21.2, 68.2 |
| Bronx, NY | 63.2, 67.5 |
| Brooklyn, NY | 63.2, 67.5 |
| Buffalo, NY | 7.4 |
| Charlotte, NC | 64.3 |
| Chicago, IL | 60.2 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 9.4 |
| Cleveland, OH | 23.4 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 18.1 |
| Columbus, OH | 51.2 |
| Dallas, TX | 23.3 |
| Denver, CO | 7.2 |
| Detroit, MI | 20.3 |
| El Paso, TX | 9.3 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | 35.8 |
| Fort Worth, TX | 23.3 |
| Fresno, CA | 47.2 |
| Honolulu, HI | 5.3, 66.3 |
| Houston, TX | 45.3 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 63.4 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 21.3, 25.4 |
| Kansas City, MO | 38.3 |
| Las Vegas, NV | 5.3 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 46.3 |
| Louisville, KY | 58.5 |
| Memphis, TN | 13.3 |
| Miami, FL | 35.8 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 4.5 |
| Minneapolis, MN | 41.4 |
| Nashville, TN | 2.2, 4.2 |
| New Orleans, LA | 8.4 |
| New York, NY | 63.2, 67.5 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 43.3 |
| Orlando, FL | 9.3 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 2.3 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 61.3 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 16.3 |
| Portland, OR | 49.2 |
| Sacramento, CA | 19.4 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 30.2 |
| San Antonio, TX | 26.4 |
| San Diego, CA | 10.4 |
| San Francisco, CA | 14.4 |
| San Jose, CA | 14.4 |
| Seattle, WA | 13.3 |
| St. Louis, MO | 4.4 |
| St. Paul, MN | 41.4 |
| Tampa, FL | 28.4 |
| Tucson, AZ | 4.3 |
| Washington, DC | 25.2 |
Data effective as of post date. Over-the-air channel availability and antenna reception may vary by location.
How to get ION Mystery
If ION Mystery broadcasts in your area, you can watch it for free with a TV antenna. Just connect your antenna and scan for local channels. Our guide to the best TV antennas explains indoor and outdoor options if you’re setting up over-the-air reception.
If antenna reception is weak, you can stream ION Mystery for free through The CW, Tubi, or Sling Freestream. Even Peacock carries the channel for subscribers, so you can keep the investigations rolling. For more subscription options, compare the services below.
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Stream ION Mystery live through Peacock’s Channels tab with a Peacock subscription.
- Next-day NBC and Bravo shows
- NFL, Premier League, and Big Ten games
- Live local NBC channel on Premium Plus
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
What’s on ION Mystery?
ION Mystery’s schedule is built around marathons of crime dramas and investigative series. “Criminal Minds” follows the BAU’s behavioral profilers, while “Bones” pairs forensic science with FBI investigations — two familiar series that work for a single episode or a longer binge.
The lineup also moves between legal and police investigations: “Bull” centers on trial strategy, while “NCIS: New Orleans” follows agents investigating crimes connected to the Navy. The current schedule is the best check for which series is on next.
ION Mystery channel FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get ION Mystery?
ION Mystery has several free viewing options. You can stream the live channel through free services such as The CW, Tubi, and Sling Freestream, or watch over the air with an antenna where a local ION Mystery station reaches your home. An antenna has no monthly TV fee after the hardware cost.
How can I watch ION Mystery for free?
If ION Mystery broadcasts in your area, connect a digital antenna and scan your TV for local channels. You can also stream its live feed through The CW, Tubi, or Sling Freestream without a paid TV subscription.
Can I get ION Mystery as a standalone subscription?
ION Mystery isn't a paid standalone subscription. You can use an antenna or a supported free stream where available; a TV package is another option if those routes don't work at your address.
Is ION Mystery the same channel as ION?
No. ION Mystery and ION are separate networks with different schedules. Search for the full ION Mystery name in your TV guide; our ION channel guide covers the other network.
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