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The First 48 (2004-)

TV show60 minRated TV-14

IMDb8.2/ 10

Where to watch The First 48 in Australia

The First 48 is streaming in Australia on Foxtel Now (seasons 3, 4, 8, 10, 12, 13, 16, 25 and 26, subscription), Binge (seasons 3, 4, 7, 8, 10 to 13, 16 and 26, subscription) and Stan (seasons 14, 15, 23, 24 and 28, subscription), and free on 9Now (season 24).

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    Foxtel Now

    Subscription · Seasons 3, 4, 8, 10, 12, 13, 16, 25 and 26

    From $35/mth · Season 10 added 7 November 2026

    Stream now on Foxtel Now
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    Binge

    Subscription · Seasons 3, 4, 7, 8, 10 to 13, 16 and 26

    From $10/mth · Seasons 11, 13 and 16 added 21 September 2026

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    Stan

    Subscription · Seasons 14, 15, 23, 24 and 28

    From $9.99/mth · Season 28 added 5 November 2026

    Watch now on Stan

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Availability checked 13 November 2026.

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The First 48 seasons and where to watch them

SeasonReleasedStreaming onFree onBuy from
Season 30Released2026Not on a service we track
Season 29Released2026Not on a service we track
Season 28Released2025Streaming onStanFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 27Released2025Not on a service we track
Season 26Released2024Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 25Released2025Streaming onFoxtel NowFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 24Released2024Streaming onStanFree on9NowBuy fromNone
Season 23Released2024Streaming onStanFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 22Released2023Not on a service we track
Season 21Released2022Not on a service we track
Season 20Released2021Not on a service we track
Season 19Released2020Not on a service we track
Season 18Released2019Not on a service we track
Season 17Released2017Not on a service we track
Season 16Released2016Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 15Released2015Streaming onStanFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 14Released2014Streaming onStanFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 13Released2013Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 12Released2011Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 11Released2010Streaming onBingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 10Released2010Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 9Released2009Not on a service we track
Season 8Released2009Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 7Released2008Streaming onBingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 6Released2007Not on a service we track
Season 5Released2007Not on a service we track
Season 4Released2006Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 3Released2005Streaming onFoxtel Now, BingeFree onNoneBuy fromNone
Season 2Released2005Not on a service we track
Season 1Released2004Not on a service we track

About The First 48

Detectives in major cities in the United States race against the clock in the wake of homicides, knowing that if they don't find a lead within the first 48 hours, their chances of solving a case are cut in half.

Year
2004-
Genres
Mystery, Crime, Reality
Runtime
60 min
Rated
TV-14
Status
Returning
Seasons
19
Top cast
Dion Graham

The First 48 air dates

First aired

Air dates: TMDB.

Got a question about The First 48?

Is The First 48 on Netflix in Australia?

No, The First 48 is not on Netflix in Australia right now. It is streaming on Foxtel Now, Binge and Stan and free on 9Now.

Can I watch The First 48 for free in Australia?

Yes, you can watch The First 48 for free in Australia on 9Now (season 24). Free services are paid for by ads.

How many seasons of The First 48 are there?

The First 48 has 30 seasons. The latest, season 30, was released on 17 July 2026.

Where can I watch The First 48 season 30 in Australia?

Season 30 is the latest season of The First 48. We could not find it on an Australian service yet. It was released on 17 July 2026.