Watch previously aired DIRECTV programming
Find out how to watch select shows that aired in the last 72 hours on DIRECTV.
Watch shows that aired over the last three days
If you ever forget to record a show, the 72 Hour Rewind feature lets you immediately watch shows that aired in the past 72 hours. Now you'll never have to worry about missing a show again.
To watch previously aired programming:
- Press the GUIDE button on your remote control.
- Use the left arrow key on your remote to highlight the channel name with a plus sign (+).
- Press SEL to select the channel.
- On the network's On Demand screen, select Missed it? Watch Now!
- Select the show you want to watch and enjoy.
Requirements and available networks
The 72 Hour Rewind feature is available for HD DVR (model HR24) and Genie (models HR34 and above), Genie Mini, and Wireless Genie Mini. Your receiver must be connected to the Internet.
Networks with the 72 Hour Rewind feature are marked with a plus sign (+) in the On-Screen Guide.
Networks that offer 72 Hour Rewind
A&E | DIY | Lifetime | Syfy |
ABC | E! | MSNBC | TBS |
Food Network | MTV | TCM | TNT |
AXS TV | Fox | MTV2 | Travel Channel |
BET | FYI | MundoFox | truTV |
Bravo | Galavision | NBC | TV Land |
Cartoon Network | Golf | NBC Sports Network | Unimas |
CBS | Hallmark | Nickelodeon | Univision |
CMT | H2 | Ovation | UP |
CNBC | HD Net | OWN | USA |
CNN | HGTV | Palladia | VH1 |
Comedy Central | History | Spike | |
Cooking Channel | HLN | Sprout |
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