Dateline

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  • TV-PG
  • 1992
  • 31 Seasons
  • 7.1  (3,031)

Dateline is a television show that made its first debut in 1992 with Stone Phillips and Jane Pauley. Through the exploration of controversial subjects and stories, it has emerged over the past twenty years as a top rated news program. The show covers a wide range of subject matter from unresolved crimes to in-depth probes into the lives of celebrities. Whatever the topic explored, viewers tune in to the program each Friday at 10 PM because of its informative and professional nature. One of the most innovative and popular spin-offs of the show is a segment called To Catch a Predator. Hosted by Chris Hansen, the series is dedicated to catching potential child molestors by way of a sting that is carried through in cooperation with local police authorities. Agents go undercover as teenagers whose ages range from twelve to fifteen who have chats online with random adults, usually culminating in an agreement for the adult to meet him or her at a fictitious house. Upon arriving at the house, Chris Hansen appears and questions the individual about his intentions. Meanwhile, agents are waiting around the corner to arrest the suspect as he is leaving the house. The show has sparked attention and sensitivity to the rights and protection of minors against adult sex predators. Other segments on the show take a more personable approach to informative news. Dateline Timeline features a song, a famous celebrity, or nostalgic item and viewers can guess what year they are from. Another popular segment is called Dateline Consumer Alert, in which viewers are educated about the potential flaws in a popular product or food item. Lastly, State of the Art is another segment that appeals to movie enthusiasts as it explores how different special effects in popular movies are created. For twenty years, Dateline has created entertaining and informative shows that have educated the public about subjects that matter in society. Its legitimate approach to broadcast journalism and exploration of popular culture are a few qualities that has already helped it make its mark on television history and will for years to come.

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Secrets of the Snake Farm
23. Secrets of the Snake Farm
March 24, 2023
The lead investigator speaks out about the murder of world-renowned snake breeder Ben Renick, found shot to death in a facility crawling with thousands of snakes.
The Murder of Lorenzen Wright
22. The Murder of Lorenzen Wright
March 17, 2023
The murder of former NBA star and hometown hero Lorenzen Wright sends shockwaves through the city of Memphis; insiders speak out about new developments in the lengthy search for justice.
Finding Rita
21. Finding Rita
March 11, 2023
A detective investigating a missing Colorado mother discovers a connection to a previous assault.
The Trial of Alex Murdaugh
20. The Trial of Alex Murdaugh
March 3, 2023
The latest developments in the trial of once prominent South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh.
The Window
19. The Window
February 28, 2023
A Florida father searches for answers after his daughter dies suspiciously in Belgium.
Footprints in the Snow
18. Footprints in the Snow
February 17, 2023
The missing-persons case of 12-year-old Jonelle Matthews in Colorado remains a mystery for more than three decades until detectives narrow in on a suspect whose bizarre behavior after her disappearance hints at something much more sinister.
Who Killed Mindy Morgenstern?
17. Who Killed Mindy Morgenstern?
February 10, 2023
A quiet North Dakota college town is left in fear after student Mindy Morgenstern is found murdered in her off-campus apartment.
On A Dark, Deserted Highway
16. On A Dark, Deserted Highway
February 3, 2023
A deadly high-speed chase in Montana leads "Dateline" on a search through 50 years of history to unravel the mystery of how one man turned into a monster and committed one of the state's most notorious crimes.
The Bad Man
15. The Bad Man
January 20, 2023
The murder of a New York woman goes unsolved for decades until new investigators join the case.
Killings in a College Town
14. Killings in a College Town
January 13, 2023
Latest in the investigation into the murder of four University of Idaho students.
The Secrets of Birch View Drive
13. The Secrets of Birch View Drive
January 6, 2023
After an apparent brazen home invasion during the holiday season in a quiet Connecticut community leaves Connie Dabate dead, investigators discover a silent witness that cracks the case wide open.
The Last Walk
12. The Last Walk
December 9, 2022
In this episode, journalist Keith Morrison interviews Brittanee's relatives and friends, including her father Chad Drexel, and investigators about the search for the Chili teenager that spanned more than 13 years. Brittanee was 17 and a Gates Chili High School junior when she went missing in April 2009 while on a spring break trip to Myrtle Beach, a trip she took without her parents' knowledge or permission. During the two-hour-long episode, Morrison also questions Raymond Moody, the man who has admitted to kidnapping and murdering Brittanee Drexel. Authorities believe Brittanee was killed the same day she disappeared. On May 16 of this year, South Carolina authorities announced that Brittanee's remains had been found about 35 miles south of Myrtle Beach. Days later, Moody, a convicted sex offender and longtime person of interest in the case, was charged with kidnapping, murder and first-degree sexual misconduct in Brittanee's death. Moody pleaded guilty in October and admitted he killed Brittanee, saying, "I was a monster when I took Brittanee Drexel's life." Also, during the episode, Morrison interviews Georgetown County Sheriff Investigator Phil Hanna, Myrtle Beach Police Investigator Mike Hull and Captain Kin McKenzie of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, who together explain how officers zeroed in on Moody.
Safari Story
11. Safari Story
December 2, 2023
A hunting safari in Zambia's Kafue National Park ends in a nightmare when a shot rings out from the cabin of dentist Larry Rudolph and his wife, Bianca. Andrea Canning reports.
The Figure in the House
10. The Figure in the House
November 30, 2022
Florida detectives investigate a murder mystery in a wealthy gated community.
The Trouble at Dill Creek Farm
9. The Trouble at Dill Creek Farm
November 17, 2022
Investigators embark on a 15 year hunt for the killer of a Wisconsin pharmacist.
Dark Waters
8. Dark Waters
November 4, 2022
Insiders reveal exclusive new details about the deaths and legal cases surrounding South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh.
Fire & Ice
7. Fire & Ice
October 28, 2022
Firefighters make a grisly discovery while responding to a fire at the house of Carmela and David Knight in a Toronto, Canada suburb. Andrea Canning reports.
Righteous Obsession
6. Righteous Obsession
October 21, 2022
The investigation into a deadly home invasion involving business owner Milton Sawyer takes a turn when an unlikely witness on the other side of the country comes forward.
A Walk in the Rain
5. A Walk in the Rain
October 14, 2022
The disappearance of 19-year-old Alaska Native Sonya Ivanoff sends shockwaves through the small coastal city of Nome, Alaska. Police scramble to find answers until a note is found in a stolen police vehicle telling the cops to back off or else. Josh Mankiewicz reports.
A Cool Desert Morning
4. A Cool Desert Morning
October 7, 2022
A family begins a relentless pursuit of justice after the death of Nevada attorney Susan Winters is ruled a suicide. Susan's parents open up about the seven-year case and their efforts to push back against the criminal justice system. Dennis Murphy reports.
The Sisterhood
3. The Sisterhood
September 30, 2022
After the death of 44-year-old mother Stacy Feldman in her Denver home is ruled as "undetermined," friends and family join forces to piece together what happened. Insiders close to the case speak out about the seven-year battle for justice. Keith Morrison reports.
Wreckage
2. Wreckage
September 23, 2022
While investigating the rape and murder of a 22-year-old woman in Texas, detectives uncover a trail of sexual assault crimes pointing to a repeat offender. Josh Mankiewicz reports.
The Last Ride
1. The Last Ride
September 16, 2022
Keith Morrison reports on the murder of star gravel cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson and interviews insiders in the case that sparked worldwide headlines.
Description

Dateline is a television show that made its first debut in 1992 with Stone Phillips and Jane Pauley. Through the exploration of controversial subjects and stories, it has emerged over the past twenty years as a top rated news program. The show covers a wide range of subject matter from unresolved crimes to in-depth probes into the lives of celebrities. Whatever the topic explored, viewers tune in to the program each Friday at 10 PM because of its informative and professional nature.

One of the most innovative and popular spin-offs of the show is a segment called To Catch a Predator. Hosted by Chris Hansen, the series is dedicated to catching potential child molestors by way of a sting that is carried through in cooperation with local police authorities. Agents go undercover as teenagers whose ages range from twelve to fifteen who have chats online with random adults, usually culminating in an agreement for the adult to meet him or her at a fictitious house. Upon arriving at the house, Chris Hansen appears and questions the individual about his intentions. Meanwhile, agents are waiting around the corner to arrest the suspect as he is leaving the house. The show has sparked attention and sensitivity to the rights and protection of minors against adult sex predators.

Other segments on the show take a more personable approach to informative news. Dateline Timeline features a song, a famous celebrity, or nostalgic item and viewers can guess what year they are from. Another popular segment is called Dateline Consumer Alert, in which viewers are educated about the potential flaws in a popular product or food item. Lastly, State of the Art is another segment that appeals to movie enthusiasts as it explores how different special effects in popular movies are created.

For twenty years, Dateline has created entertaining and informative shows that have educated the public about subjects that matter in society. Its legitimate approach to broadcast journalism and exploration of popular culture are a few qualities that has already helped it make its mark on television history and will for years to come.

Dateline is a series that is currently running and has 31 seasons (904 episodes). The series first aired on March 31, 1992.

Where to Watch Dateline

Dateline is available for streaming on the NBC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Dateline on demand at Peacock Premium and NBC News.

  • Premiere Date
    March 31, 1992
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (3,031)