Ancient Aliens
Science and mythology - and how they are the same thing.
- 2009-2026
- 22 seasons
- History Channel
- Documentary
- TV-PG
Science and mythology - and how they are the same thing.
Season 22 Episode Guide
16 Episodes 2026
Episode 1
Skulls of the Gods
Thu, Jan 15, 2026 42 mins
In every corner of the world, archaeologists have found strange, elongated skulls. Did our ancestors modify the shape of their skulls to resemble extraterrestrials? And might it even be possible that some of these skulls are of otherworldly origin?
Episode 2
Egypt's Lost Pyramid
Thu, Jan 22, 2026 42 mins
High above the Giza Plateau stands Egypt's most mysterious ancient site: the Lost Pyramid of Abu Rawash.
Episode 3
Islands of the Gods
Thu, Nov 20, 2025 42 mins
In the western Pacific Ocean is a vast area known as Oceania that is home to the world's most remote and mysterious islands. They are known for massive stone structures, statuary strange figures, and countless legends of otherworldly visitors.
Episode 3
Islands of the Gods
Thu, Nov 20, 2025 42 mins
In the western Pacific Ocean is a vast area known as Oceania that is home to the world's most remote and mysterious islands. They are known for massive stone structures, statuary strange figures, and countless legends of otherworldly visitors.
Episode 4
Extraterrestrial Engineering
Thu, Feb 5, 2026 42 mins
From the precisely cut stone blocks at Puma Punku, to the gigantic temples of Malta, and the megalithic city of Nan Madol, could these mysterious sites contain evidence of extraterrestrial contact in the distant past?
Episode 5
UFO Hot Spots
Thu, Feb 26, 2026 41 mins
Found along the California coast to New York's Hudson Valley, and Northern England to Southern Chile, could these mysterious locations provide evidence of an extraterrestrial presence on Earth?
Episode 6
Mysterious Monuments
Thu, Mar 5, 2026 41 mins
From a stone circle in Turkey that challenges the timeline of human history to gigantic stone spheres in Bosnia and Egypt's most unusual tombs, could these monuments provide proof of extraterrestrial visitation?
Episode 7
Underwater Alien Bases
Thu, Jun 11, 2026 42 mins
The oceans are the most mysterious places on Earth. Countless legends tell of powerful beings living in the waters, and today they are major hotspots for UFOs. Is it possible that the deepest depths of our planet—are home to otherworldly beings?
Episode 8
Secrets of the Vedas
Thu, Jun 18, 2026 42 mins
Ancient scriptures called the Vedas form the foundation of Hinduism. These manuscripts are thousands of years old and describe a time when Earth was inhabited by gods who traveled the skies in flying machines and possessed extraordinary technology.
Episode 9
Wars of the Gods
Thu, Jun 25, 2026 42 mins
Ancient legends describe a war in heaven that was fought by otherworldly beings with extraordinary weapons. Is it possible that our planet still bears the scars of battles fought by extraterrestrials?
Episode 10
UFO Sightings
Thu, Jul 2, 2026 42 mins
From footage of extraordinary aircraft taken by fighter pilots to mysterious glowing orbs that are reported all over the world, are these remarkable sightings evidence of extraterrestrial visitation?
Episode 11
Alien A.I.
Thu, Jul 9, 2026 42 mins
The rapid development of artificial intelligence has made it a powerful tool for historians and archaeologists. But might it also reveal evidence of an extraterrestrial presence on Earth?
Episode 12
Hidden Messages
Thu, Jul 16, 2026 42 mins
From colossal figures that can only be seen from the sky to complex crop circles that mimic sound frequencies, and mathematical messages encoded on opposite sides of the planet, could these sites hold clues about alien visitation?
Episode 13
Secrets of the Amazon
Thu, Jul 23, 2026 42 mins
The Amazon rainforest remains largely unexplored, but thanks to new technology, researchers are now finding that this dense jungle was once home to a vast network of cities.
Episode 14
Alien Investigators
Thu, Jul 30, 2026 41 mins
Host Giorgio Tsoukalos opens the series archives to celebrate Alien Investigators that have been brave enough to ask the question, "Are we alone in the universe?" Could these investigators have uncovered proof of an alien presence on earth?
Episode 15
Africa's Extraterrestrial Contact
Thu, Aug 6, 2026 42 mins
The origins of humanity can be traced back to Africa, and some of the oldest religious traditions across the continent describe mysterious beings who descended from the sky in thunderous vehicles.
Episode 16
Spy Gadgets
Thu, Aug 13, 2026
Sometimes the most dangerous weapon in the room is the one nobody realizes is there.