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.
Where to watch The First 48 in United States
Can I watch The First 48 in United States? Yes — you can stream The First 48 in United States on Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime Video, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Netflix
Disney Plus
Amazon Prime Video
Hulu
Peacock Premium
Philo
A&E
Netflix Standard with Ads
A&E Crime Central Apple TV channel
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Peacock Premium Plus
The CW
Hoopla
Spectrum On Demand
The Roku Channel
Pluto TV
Tubi TV
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open The First 48 there. Availability last verified on August 20, 2026.
Where is The First 48 streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, Crime+ Investigation Play Amazon Channel, Channel 4 | Apple TV Store |
| Canada | Netflix, Crave, Netflix Standard with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | BINGE, Foxtel Now, Stan, 9Now | — |
| Germany | RTL+, RTL+ Max Amazon Channel, WOW, Sky Go | — |
| Spain | Tivify | — |
About The First 48
The First 48 is a 2004 English-language documentary, drama and crime series. It spans 30 seasons and 608 episodes and is still running. Viewers rate it 7.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video.
The First 48 was produced by ITV Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was first aired on June 3, 2004, and carries a TV-14 certification.
- First aired
- June 3, 2004
- Last aired
- August 13, 2026
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-14
- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 30 (608 episodes)
- Network
- A&E
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- ITV Entertainment
Is The First 48 worth watching?
The First 48 holds an audience score of 7.9/10 from 102 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed documentary series.
With 30 seasons and 608 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy documentary, drama, and crime, The First 48 is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The First 48
In United States, you can stream The First 48 on Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Peacock Premium, 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.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The First 48
Dion Graham
Narrator
The First 48 — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The First 48 in United States?
The First 48 is streaming on Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu in United States.
▸Is The First 48 on Netflix?
Yes — The First 48 is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is The First 48 in?
The First 48 is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of The First 48 are there?
The First 48 has 30 seasons with 608 episodes in total, and it is still running.
▸What is The First 48 rated?
The First 48 is rated TV-14. It holds a 7.9/10 audience score from 102 ratings.
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