America's Most Wanted

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  • TV-PG
  • 1988
  • 25 Seasons
  • 7.2  (2,254)

America's Most Wanted is a true crime show that aired on Lifetime from 1988 to 2013, and is known for its efforts to assist law enforcement in capturing dangerous criminals. The show was created by John Walsh, a man who tragically lost his son to a kidnapping and murder in 1981, and was determined to help prevent similar incidents from happening to others.

Hosted by Walsh, the show aired on Fox before moving to Lifetime in 2011. Each episode featured multiple stories of unsolved crimes, with Walsh and his team providing viewers with details about the crimes and asking for any leads or tips from the public. The show was unique in that it utilized reenactments of the crimes with actors, making the crimes appear more real and visceral to viewers.

Luis Da Silva Jr., Mario E. Garcia, Lorenzo Toledo, Dennis Garr were actors who frequently appeared in the show's reenactments, and their performances were well received by audiences. Da Silva Jr. was a regular on the show, and his portrayals of the criminals' actions helped viewers to understand the depth of their evil deeds. Garcia, Toledo, and Garr were also skilled actors, and were commended for their ability to bring the stories to life.

Throughout its run, America's Most Wanted was responsible for capturing over 1,200 criminals, including some of the most notorious and dangerous in the country. The show's success was due in large part to its inclusion of viewer participation, with viewers encouraged to call in with tips and leads to help law enforcement track down criminals. This approach was groundbreaking at the time, as it was one of the first crime shows to actively seek the public's help in capturing perpetrators.

Aside from its impact on law enforcement, America's Most Wanted also influenced popular culture and the media. Its unique approach to true crime storytelling set a standard for similar shows that followed, and its influence can be seen in shows like Crime Watch Daily and Unsolved Mysteries. Additionally, the show helped to bring attention to issues like missing children and human trafficking, and provided a platform for victims to share their stories and seek justice.

Overall, America's Most Wanted was a groundbreaking show that revolutionized the true crime genre and had a significant impact on law enforcement, popular culture, and society as a whole. Its contributions to the field cannot be overstated, and its legacy has continued to inspire other true crime shows and efforts to combat crime in the United States.

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Seasons
Episode 43
43. Episode 43
October 12, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 42
42. Episode 42
October 12, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 41
41. Episode 41
October 5, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 40
40. Episode 40
September 28, 2012
John Walsh profiles the hunt for a man who killed two people at a nail salon in Maryland, a father stabbed to death during his son's birthday part and a cold-case murder in New Jersey.
Episode 39
39. Episode 39
September 14, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 38
38. Episode 38
September 7, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 37
37. Episode 37
August 31, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 36
36. Episode 36
August 24, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 35
35. Episode 35
August 17, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 34
34. Episode 34
August 10, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 33
33. Episode 33
August 3, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 32
32. Episode 32
July 13, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 31
31. Episode 31
July 6, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 30
30. Episode 30
June 29, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 29
29. Episode 29
June 22, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 28
28. Episode 28
June 15, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 27
27. Episode 27
June 8, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 26
26. Episode 26
June 1, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 25
25. Episode 25
May 25, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 24
24. Episode 24
May 18, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 23
23. Episode 23
May 11, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 22
22. Episode 22
April 27, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 21
21. Episode 21
April 20, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 20
20. Episode 20
April 13, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 19
19. Episode 19
April 6, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 18
18. Episode 18
March 30, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 17
17. Episode 17
March 23, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 16
16. Episode 16
March 16, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 15
15. Episode 15
March 9, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 14
14. Episode 14
March 2, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 13
13. Episode 13
February 24, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 12
12. Episode 12
February 17, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 11
11. Episode 11
February 10, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 10
10. Episode 10
February 3, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 9
9. Episode 9
January 27, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
Episode 8
8. Episode 8
January 20, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nation's hottest crime issues.
Episode 7
7. Episode 7
January 13, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nation's hottest crime issues.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
January 6, 2012
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nation's hottest crime issues.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
December 30, 2011
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nation's hottest crime issues.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
December 23, 2011
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nation's hottest crime issues.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
December 16, 2011
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nation's hottest crime issues.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
December 9, 2011
John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nation's hottest crime issues.
50 Fugitives 50 States Special Edition
1. 50 Fugitives 50 States Special Edition
December 2, 2011
John Walsh hosts this special edition as he profiles 50 of the worst fugitives.
Special Edition
0. Special Edition
April 21, 2012
"US Marshals Special Edition on Fox/Crimes of Passion. "John Walsh hosts this special edition as he spotlights the U.S. Marshals Service's 15 most-wanted suspects. / Featured fugitives include a Pennsylvania man on the U.S. Marshals Office's 15 Most Wanted list for allegedly murdering his estranged wife in 2005. "World's Most Wanted Special Edition." John Walsh profiles the latest fugitives as America's Most Wanted takes on the nations hottest crime issues.
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  • Premiere Date
    February 7, 1988
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (2,254)