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Cold Case Spotlight

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Lancaster County, South Carolina, Sheriff’s Office hopeful for new leads in 40-year-old double-homicide

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What happened to Lisa Todd, the missing teenager formerly known as the Bucks County Jane Doe?

Sketch by FLPD, photo by Micaela Von Essen

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“Paratrooper” John Doe remains unidentified 40 years after body found floating in water

John Pippin Jr.

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It’s been 10 years since Dateline began the Missing In America online series. Of the more than 500 people we’ve featured in the last decade, 218 are still missing. These are their stories. Read and share them. You may be the key to bringing someone home.

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Where can I watch old Dateline episodes? ›

NBC's streaming platform, Peaco*ck, is a great place for new and past Dateline episodes alike. The service has 15 full seasons archived for loyal sleuths to dig into, along with other new and old seasons of your favorite NBC and Bravo shows.

Are the stories on Dateline true? ›

Comparison with other news magazines

The Friday night edition of Dateline features special emphasis on true crime stories, which previously included the "To Catch a Predator" series.

What is the best Dateline episode? ›

15 best dateline episodes
  • The Phone Call (Season 29, Episode 42) ...
  • The Man Who Talked to Dogs (Season 1, Episode 115) ...
  • Kill Switch (Season 30, Episode 3) ...
  • Stealing Paradise (Season 7, Episode 8) ...
  • The Secret Keepers (Season 27, Episode 44) ...
  • Death of a Golden Girl (Season 18, Episode 22) ...
  • The Sting (Season 6, Episode 1)
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Is Dateline on tonight on NBC? ›

To catch all the latest episodes of Dateline, tune in Fridays at 9/8c p.m. on NBC or catch them when they stream on Peaco*ck the next day.

Is Dateline on Netflix or Amazon Prime? ›

Watch Dateline: Mystery | Prime Video.

Are people paid to be on Dateline? ›

Guests on Dateline, like guests on many news or documentary programs, typically do not get paid for their appearances. Instead, they participate voluntarily to share their stories or expertise.

Which state has the most Dateline episodes? ›

First, we took a look at the number of stories in each state that ended up being featured on Dateline. The states with the most cases include California (42), Texas (23), New York (23), and Florida (18). Many stories took place in multiple states, and even some internationally.

Are people on Dateline actors? ›

She emphasized that Dateline doesn't “re-create” scenes, but illustrates them: “We don't have actors or people that pretend to be doing something — but having someone take you somewhere and show you a key moment in the story I think is just great storytelling.”

Who is the famous Dateline guy? ›

Renowned for his distinctive voice and storytelling style, Keith Morrison has become one of the most recognizable faces of Dateline.

Which is more popular Dateline or 20 20? ›

Dateline NBC is the #1 most-watched newsmagazine and true-crime franchise across all of TV during the 2nd quarter, with over 90.1 million total viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research. Dateline also won across-the-board, beating ABC's 20/20 for Q2.

Why is Dateline so good? ›

This genre naturally lends itself to suspense and drama, which Dateline skillfully manipulates to keep audiences hooked. Dateline's storytelling often centers on the people affected by crime—the loved ones left behind, the law enforcement officials investigating cases, and sometimes even the perpetrators themselves.

Why is Dateline called Dateline? ›

The dateline tradition began in the early days of newspaper reporting, before telegraph or telephone communications, when there was a time lapse of hours or days between the reporter's transmitting the story and its being printed in the paper. It is the name source for Dateline and two other shows of that name.

How can I watch Dateline NBC without cable? ›

You can watch Dateline on Peaco*ck.

What is the current season of Dateline NBC? ›

Watch Dateline NBC Online | Season 32 (2023) | TV Guide.

Where can I watch season 1 of Dateline? ›

Watch Dateline: The Last Day Season 1 Streaming Online | Peaco*ck.

What channels carry Dateline? ›

Dateline - NBC.com.

Where can I watch Dateline 24-7 for free? ›

Watch Dateline 24/7 - Free Live TV. Tubi.

Where can I watch Dateline Secrets Uncovered episodes? ›

Dateline: Secrets Uncovered - Apple TV.

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