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The First 48

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2004
29 Seasons
601 Episodes
EN
Returning Series
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The First 48 follows detectives from around the country during these first critical hours as they race against time to find the suspect. Gritty and fast-paced, it takes viewers behind the scenes of real-life investigations with unprecedented access to crime scenes, autopsies, forensic processing, and interrogations.

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Season 1

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Gangs of Little Havana/Execution in Coconut Grove
E1

Gangs of Little Havana/Execution in Coconut Grove

Jun 3, 200445m9.0

A wall of silence from a frightened community hampers efforts to solve a brutal murder; and a mother of two is shot execution-style in her kitchen in an affluent neighborhood. In a visual style more like drama than reality show, we tail Miami homicide investigators as they race time to solve these murders. Who're the suspects? Are the detectives right? With cliffhangers at each break, both cases in this gritty episode will keep viewers guessing until the end.

Overkill/Left for Dead
E2

Overkill/Left for Dead

Jun 10, 200445m

Miami homicide detectives race against time in the critical first hours of investigation to find the evidence necessary to charge two suspects in a brutal murder case; & police find a man who's been shot and left for dead, but with no evidence, witnesses, or even a name for their victim, the detectives have got their work cut out for them. Find out if these driven detectives can make their cases.

Blood in the Snow/Swope Park Killing
E3

Blood in the Snow/Swope Park Killing

Jun 17, 200445m

In Kansas City, an ambitious captain and two veteran detectives face their first homicide of the year and must make deals with wanted drug kingpins to find the killer of a young woman; and a female homicide sergeant and her all-male team get a tip that leads their murder investigation into a dark subculture of drugs, guns, and buried safes.

Double Shooting on Haskell; Back Alley Revenge
E4

Double Shooting on Haskell; Back Alley Revenge

Jun 24, 200445m

In Kansas City, detectives investigate a shooting death and must convince a son to give up his father; and investigate a murder in an area known for its drug problems.

E5

Body in the Park / Ruby Street Shooting

Jul 1, 200445m

Sergeant Irma Labrice and Detectives Leon Lubiejewski and Michael Gross don't have much time to find a murder suspect and they don't have much to go on either, as the victim's body was burned beyond recognition; witnesses to the murder refuse to talk to police.

Killing Spree
E6

Killing Spree

Jul 29, 200445m

Police try to convince the frightened residents of a housing project known as the "Pork and Beans" to help them track down the man who's been terrorizing the community, but after the third murder in a month, no one even calls 911.

On Ice/Body in the Canal
E7

On Ice/Body in the Canal

Aug 5, 200445m

Employees of an ice rink arrives at work only to find the door ajar and blood all over the floor. When the police arrive the overnight employee is found beaten beyond recognition and the facility robbed. Since who ever did this seemed to have knowledge detectives turn to former employees to start the investigation. In another case a woman walking by a river in Phoenix she's what she believes in a body wrapped in plastic in the water. Detectives don't have an identity, or crime scene making this a difficult investigation.

Fire in the Rain/Family Feud
E8

Fire in the Rain/Family Feud

Aug 12, 200445m

A motorist discovers a man's body alongside the highway with his genitals on fire. The investigation propels detectives on an odyssey through a rowdy world of Texas prostitutes and drugs; when a hard working Mexican migrant supporting his young family is found dead in a parking lot, detectives can't find a motive. As their investigation deepens, they must navigate a complex web of family ties and loyalties to identify the killer and catch him before he flees the country.

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About The First 48

The First 48 follows detectives from around the country during these first critical hours as they race against time to find the suspect. Gritty and fast-paced, it takes viewers behind the scenes of real-life investigations with unprecedented access to crime scenes, autopsies, forensic processing, and interrogations. Across 29 seasons and 601 episodes, originally airing on A&E, with status "Returning Series".

The First 48 Cast and Characters

The cast features Dion Graham (as Narrator). Their performances are a major reason The First 48 has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The First 48

There's a reason The First 48 keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How many episodes does The First 48 have?

The First 48 has 601 episodes across 29 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.

Is The First 48 good? What's the rating?

The First 48 holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 101 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of The First 48?

The main cast includes Dion Graham.

Is The First 48 available in English?

Yes — The First 48 was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The First 48 released?

The First 48 first aired in 2004.

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How many seasons and episodes does The First 48 have?

The First 48 currently has 29 seasons and a total of 601 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.

What is The First 48 about?

The First 48 follows detectives from around the country during these first critical hours as they race against time to find the suspect. Gritty and fast-paced, it takes viewers behind the scenes of real-life investigations with unprecedented access to crime scenes, autopsies, forensic processing, and interrogations. It belongs to the Documentary, Drama, Crime genres.

In which language is The First 48 originally available?

The First 48 was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was The First 48 first released?

The First 48 first premiered on June 3, 2004 (2004). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.

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