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48 Hours

1988·Show
1168Episodes in40Seasons·TV-14
81
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IMDb7.6Metacritic–9.7
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IMDb7.6Metacritic–9.7
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48 Hours fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

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About

This newsmagazine series investigates intriguing crime and justice cases that touch on all aspects of the human experience. Over its long run, the show has helped exonerate wrongly convicted people, driven the reopening — and resolution — of cold cases, and changed numerous lives. CBS News correspondents offer an in-depth look into each story, with the emphasis on solving the mystery at its heart.
Gritty Police ProceduralHigh-Stakes MysteryPsychological TensionRealistic Crime DramaEnsemble Cast DynamicsNoir AtmosphereInvestigative ThrillerMoral AmbiguityProcedural Authenticity

Crew

Directed by:
Matthew DeVoe
Produced by:
Susan Mallie, Asena Basak, Josh Yager

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream 48 Hours legally?

NetflixPrimefuboTVParamount+The RokuPluto TVSpectrum On Demand

48 Hours is included with a subscription to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV and Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is 48 Hours worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is 48 Hours rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does 48 Hours have?

40 seasons

It has 40 seasons with 1168 episodes of about 42 minutes each and is still in production.

When did 48 Hours air?

It started in 1988 and is still in production.

What language is 48 Hours in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch 48 Hours?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for 48 Hours in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.