How to watch âCold Case Files: The Rifkin Murdersâ true crime special, where to stream
The two-part A&E true crime special Cold Case Files: The Rifkin Murders will premiere Saturday, Sept. 30 at 8/7c.
Cold Case Files: The Rifkin Murders documents the real-time cold case investigation into the two unidentified victims of serial killer Joel Rifkin, the most prolific serial killer in New York State history, according to A&E.
Through rare police access and several never-before-seen interviews, including the first interview with Rifkin in over a decade, cameras follow investigators as this 30-year-old serial killer case is reignited by TV producer Peter Reiss through his unlikely relationship with Joel Rifkin.
Where can I watch Cold Case Files: The Rifkin Murders?
Cold Case Files: The Rifkin Murders will premiere on A&E, however, those without basic cable can still live stream the special via Philo, Sling or DirecTV Stream.
All three live streaming services offer free trials for new subscribers who can stream for free before committing to anything.
What is Philo?
Philo is considered one of the cheaper live streaming services available as it allows users to stream over 70 live TV channels for just $25 a month.
Other than A&E, popular channels offered with Philo include the Hallmark Channel, Lifetime, MTV, AMC, HGTV, History Channel, Discovery Channel, CMT, TLC, BET and more.
The streaming service also offers unlimited DVR along with various movies and TV shows users can watch on-demand.
What is Sling?
Sling is also considered one of the cheaper live-streaming services available.
It offers three different channel packages, Sling Blue and Sling Orange that are each $40 a month ($20 for your first month) and Sling Orange + Blue that is the first two channel packages combined for $55 a month ($27.50 for your first month).
Those interested can check out the full breakdown between Sling’s channel packages here.
What is DirecTV Stream?
DirecTV Stream is an alternative to basic cable, but with more exclusive channels. Its base channel package comes with over 75 live TV channels for $74.99 a month after its free trial.
Popular channels that come with DirecTV Stream include ESPN, FOX, CBS, Showtime, NBC, ABC, A&E, TLC, Food Network and more. The streaming service also allows its users to watch certain content on-demand and comes with the option to record your favorite TV shows.
Those interested can check out all of DirecTV Stream’s channel packages here.