The First 48
Series Overview
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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
30 Seasons • 610 Episodes
45 min per episode
2004 – Present
Premiered: Thu, Jun 3, 2004
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 30, Episode 7: “Episode 7”
Detectives in major cities around the country race against the clock to solve homicides and use forensic evidence and witness interviews to help identify suspects.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Season 1
13 Episodes →
Season 2
13 Episodes →
Season 3
12 Episodes →
Season 4
19 Episodes →
Season 5
13 Episodes →
Season 6
17 Episodes →
Season 7
32 Episodes →
Season 8
15 Episodes →
Season 9
13 Episodes →
Season 10
29 Episodes →
Season 11
39 Episodes →
Season 12
32 Episodes →
Season 13
36 Episodes →
Season 14
39 Episodes →
Season 15
29 Episodes →
Season 16
22 Episodes →
Season 17
28 Episodes →
Season 18
18 Episodes →
Season 19
54 Episodes →
Season 20
23 Episodes →
Season 21
19 Episodes →
Season 22
8 Episodes →
Season 23
10 Episodes →
Season 24
9 Episodes →
Season 25
9 Episodes →
Season 26
9 Episodes →
Season 27
12 Episodes →
Season 28
12 Episodes →
Season 29
19 Episodes →
Season 30
7 Episodes →
Cast & Creators
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Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The First 48
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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.
How many seasons does The First 48 have?
The First 48 comprises 30 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The First 48?
Key cast members in The First 48 include Dion Graham.
Who created or directed The First 48?
The First 48 was developed and directed by Not specified.