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There’s rarely a simple answer in a real-life murder investigation. Oxygen True Crime takes viewers into those cases through interviews, crime-scene evidence, and firsthand accounts from detectives, prosecutors, and families. Its true-crime programming lineup includes long-running favorites like “Snapped” alongside newer investigative series and documentary specials.
You can watch Oxygen live through participating cable, satellite, and live TV streaming services, although the required package varies. If you want to catch up on a missed episode, the Oxygen app offers full episodes with an eligible TV provider login, while Peacock carries select shows on demand.
Below, we’ll help you find Oxygen channel numbers, compare TV plans, and see where to stream your favorite true-crime cases.
What channel is Oxygen on near me?
Oxygen channel numbers vary by cable or satellite provider and location, and some TV packages don’t include the network. Oxygen has also offered over-the-air access in select markets, so antenna availability depends on local station coverage.
Use the table to find Oxygen channel numbers across major U.S. cities and TV providers. If your area or provider isn’t listed, enter your zip code below to explore local TV options and compare channel lineups.
Oxygen channel numbers in major U.S. cities
Oxygen Channel Guide
| City | Local Station | DISH | DIRECTV | Spectrum | Xfinity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
– | 127 | 251 | – | 810 (HD) / 1465 (HD) / 30300 (HD) | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | – | |
11.5 | 127 | 251 | 26 / 848 | 79 / 198 | |
– | 127 | 251 | 27 / 171 | – | |
23.7 | 127 | 251 | 84 / 220 / 1220 | – | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 49 | |
15.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 216 | |
4.4 | 127 | 251 | – | – | |
4.4 | 127 | 251 | – | – | |
2.5 | 127 | 251 | 66 / 171 | – | |
3.5 | 127 | 251 | 171 | – | |
5.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 66 | |
– | 127 | 251 | 68 / 215 / 1215 | – | |
43.3 | 127 | 251 | 73 / 215 / 1215 | – | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 42 | |
– | 127 | 251 | 73 / 215 / 1215 | – | |
5.4 | 127 | 251 | 87 / 811 | – | |
25.5 | 127 | 251 | – | 44 / 171 | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 60 | |
48.5 | 127 | 251 | 51 / 171 | – | |
6.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 59 / 1465 | |
5.4 | 127 | 251 | 87 / 811 | – | |
51.5 | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
13.4 | 127 | 251 | 558 | – | |
47.5 | 127 | 251 | – | 327 | |
– | 127 | 251 | 64 / 212 / 1212 | 185 | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 123 | |
– | 127 | 251 | 73 / 171 | – | |
39.5 | 127 | 251 | – | – | |
4.4 | 127 | 251 | 77 / 171 | – | |
– | 127 | 251 | 74 / 128 | – | |
5.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 83 / 125 | |
6.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 59 / 1465 | |
68.5 | 127 | 251 | 73 / 215 / 1215 | – | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 123 | |
4.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 64 / 123 / 1465 | |
8.5 | 127 | 251 | – | – | |
4.4 | 127 | 251 | 12 / 171 | – | |
62.7 | 127 | 251 | – | – | |
31.5 | 127 | 251 | 64 / 1271 | 65 / 1465 | |
10.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 58 | |
39.5 | 127 | 251 | – | – | |
26.3 | 127 | 251 | – | 66 | |
12.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
20.5 | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
60.5 | 127 | 251 | 64 / 171 | – | |
39.4 | 127 | 251 | 92 / 171 | – | |
48.6 | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
48.6 | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
5.6 | 127 | 251 | 742 | – | |
– | 127 | 251 | – | 185 | |
49.4 | 127 | 251 | 44 | 123 / 1465 | |
40.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 30300 (HD) | |
4.4 | 127 | 251 | – | 57 / 123 |
Data effective as of post date. Channel numbers and availability may vary by location and package.
How to get Oxygen
Oxygen is available through many cable, satellite, and live TV streaming providers, but package requirements matter. DIRECTV includes the channel in its MyEntertainment Genre Pack, while Sling TV requires Sling Blue with the Lifestyle Extra add-on. Other live TV streaming services like Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV also carry Oxygen.
If your TV subscription includes Oxygen, you can use your provider credentials to unlock the live channel and supported full episodes in the Oxygen True Crime app.
Live TV packages with local networks, news, entertainment, and premium add-ons.
- Satellite and streaming TV options
- National and regional sports channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR on streaming plans
Flexible live TV packages with customizable sports, news, and entertainment options.
- Orange, Blue, and smaller plan options
- Sports Extra and premium add-ons
- 50 hours of cloud DVR included
Live TV and on-demand favorites bundled together in one plan.
- 95+ live TV channels
- Disney+ and ESPN Select access
- Unlimited cloud DVR
Live TV from 100+ channels with strong sports coverage and unlimited DVR.
- 100+ live channels on main plan
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Multiple household accounts
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
What’s on Oxygen?
Oxygen specializes in true-crime documentaries and real-life investigations. Its long-running series “Snapped” examines cases involving women accused of murder, while “New York Homicide” explores killings across New York City through interviews and evidence gathered during the investigations.
Other standouts include “Prosecuting Evil with Kelly Siegler,” which revisits complex murder cases and courtroom battles from a veteran prosecutor’s perspective. “Cold Justice” follows renewed investigations into unsolved homicides, while documentary specials and returning series round out the schedule.
Oxygen channel FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get Oxygen?
DIRECTV's MyEntertainment Genre Pack is one of the lowest-priced monthly subscriptions with Oxygen. The pack costs $42.99/mo. plus taxes and fees.
How can I watch Oxygen for free?
Oxygen has offered antenna access in select markets, so check whether a local station carries it. Eligible new subscribers can also watch through DIRECTV's five-day free trial, while Oxygen.com offers free clips and select unlocked episodes.
Can I get Oxygen as a standalone subscription?
No. Oxygen doesn't offer a standalone subscription to its live channel, so you'll generally need a qualifying TV package to stream it. The Oxygen app is free to download, but its live feed and locked episodes require a participating TV provider login.
Can I watch Oxygen on Peacock?
Peacock offers on-demand access to some Oxygen shows like "Snapped" and "Prosecuting Evil with Kelly Siegler," although available seasons vary. A Peacock subscription doesn't unlock the live 24/7 Oxygen channel.
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