Jan 1, 2026 · 1h 26m
In North Charleston, a construction worker is killed by a stray bullet during an attempted robbery inside a trailer park; as investigators follow the suspects' trail, they discover things are not what they seem.
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.
Season 29 Episodes
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Jan 8, 2026 · 1h 26m
In Tulsa, the murder of two women sends detectives on a desperate search for a missing third who may also be a victim of homicide.
Jan 15, 2026
When a father of six is found shot in an urban encampment, Tulsa Homicide calls on the unhoused community to help them find the killer.
Jan 22, 2026
After a North Charleston mother of four is found beaten to death in the bushes, a rookie detective battles it out in the interview room with her suspected killer.
Jan 29, 2026
A college student is gunned down in a doorway; Tulsa Homicide detectives explore whether a feud between friends escalated to murder.
Feb 12, 2026
In Tulsa, a heated argument spirals out of control, ending in the shocking murder of a father of six. In Gwinnett County, a young boy is the only witness to the violent abduction of his mother, leaving detectives racing to find her . . . before it's too late.
Feb 19, 2026
In Tulsa, detectives follow a trail of blood to a community where one person's accusations have deadly consequences. In Mobile, a possible collision between two strangers escalates into a deadly shooting.
Feb 26, 2026
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.
Season 29 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did The First 48 Season 29 premiere?
The First 48 Season 29 premiered on January 1, 2026.
How many episodes are in The First 48 Season 29?
The First 48 Season 29 has 8 episodes.
What is the first episode of The First 48 Season 29?
The season opens with Season 29 Episode 1, "Four Shots". It aired on January 1, 2026.
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