How many seasons does 48 Hours have?

48 Hours has 40 seasons and 1168 episodes.

Is 48 Hours renewed or canceled?

48 Hours is currently returning. The next episode airs Oct 10, 2026.

Where can I watch 48 Hours?

48 Hours is available on CBS. You can stream it on Netflix, Fubo, Philo, Paramount+.

When is the next episode of 48 Hours?

The next episode of 48 Hours (S40 E1) airs on Oct 10, 2026.

48 Hours

Name: 48 Hours
Genre: News, Crime, Documentary
Released: 1988-01-19
Rating: 7

RETURNING40 Seasons1168 Episodes★ 7.0

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NetworkCBS

First AiredJan 19, 1988

Last AiredMay 23, 2026

GenreNews, Crime, Documentary

Runtime42 min

Created ByJudy Tygard

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.

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S40 E1Episode 1Oct 10, 202625d

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Seasons & Episodes40 seasons · 1168 episodes

E1Episode 1UPCOMING

Oct 10, 2026

About 48 Hours

48 Hours is a news, crime, documentary series on CBS. The show first aired on Jan 19, 1988 and currently has 40 seasons and 1168 episodes. 48 Hours has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. The next episode airs on Oct 10, 2026. It has a rating of 7.0/10 based on 56 votes. Created by Judy Tygard.