Cold Case Files

Name: Cold Case Files
Genre: Crime, Mystery, Documentary
Released: 2017-02-27
Rating: 7.9
Cast: Bill Kurtis

2017·Series·TV-14·43 min·★ 7.9(31)

Crime Mystery Documentary More English titles

There are over 100,000 cold cases in America, and only about 1% are ever solved. With recent advancements in technology and the methods used to solve these cases, as well as the unwavering dedication of victims’ families, law enforcement and the public, “Cold Case Files” explores the cases that defied the odds. Each episode of the Emmy-nominated series examines the twists and turns of one murder case that remained unsolved for years, and the critical element that heated it up, leading to the evidence that finally solved it. Featuring interviews with family members, friends, detectives, and others close to the cases, the refreshed classic series examines all facets of the crime and shines a light on a range of voices and victims.

Where to watch Cold Case Files in United States

Can I watch Cold Case Files in United States? Yes — you can stream Cold Case Files in United States on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, and Hulu, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

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Country	Streaming on	Rent / Buy
United States	Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu, Philo	Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United Kingdom	Crime+ Investigation Play Amazon Channel, Channel 4	Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
Canada	Crave Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Noovo	Apple TV Store
Australia	9Now	Apple TV Store
Germany	WOW, Sky Go, Crime+Investigation Play Apple TV Channel, Crime+Investigation Play Amazon Channel	Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
France	TF1+	—
Spain	Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, AMC Channels Amazon Channel	—
Japan	Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, FOD	—

About Cold Case Files

Cold Case Files is a 2017 English-language crime, mystery and documentary series. It spans 4 seasons and 60 episodes and is still running. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu.

Cold Case Files was produced by Category 6 Media, Kurtis Productions, and Blumhouse Television and made in United States of America. It was first aired on February 27, 2017, and carries a TV-14 certification.

First aired: February 27, 2017
Last aired: March 7, 2025
Original language: English
Age rating: TV-14
Status: Returning Series
Seasons: 4 (60 episodes)
Network: A&E
Country: United States of America
Production: Category 6 Media, Kurtis Productions, Blumhouse Television

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Cold Case Files cast & crew

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Ian Saladyga and it was produced by Hillary Heath and Laura Fleury.

Is Cold Case Files worth watching?

With 4 seasons and 60 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.

If you enjoy crime, mystery, and documentary, Cold Case Files is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Cold Case Files

In United States, you can stream Cold Case Files on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu, Philo, and A&E, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.

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