Episode guide
Dateline: Season 27
55 episodes · premiered Sep 28, 2018
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- Episode 1: On the Outskirts of Town Sep 28, 2018 · 43m Andrea Canning reports on a young, beloved woman who is found dead near a soccer field in Indiana. Detectives try to piece together a puzzle that leads them to the most unexpected of…
- Episode 2: A Small Town Secret Oct 5, 2018 · 43m When a beloved teacher and former beauty queen goes missing in Georgia, it triggers a decade-long investigation that makes national headlines. Andrea Canning reports.
- Episode 3: At the Bottom of the Lake Oct 12, 2018 · 1h 25m A pilot flees after a deadly plane crash, and becomes a fugitive living a double life for decades. He tells his story for the first time to Keith Morrison.
- Episode 4: Death Trap Oct 19, 2018 · 1h 25m The sister of a man who died after robbing a bank when a bomb that was placed around his neck detonated talks about the case.
- Episode 5: Everything She Knew Oct 26, 2018 · 43m A young woman’s murder remains unsolved until someone comes forward to reveal her own harrowing story. Keith Morrison reports.
- Episode 6: The Landing Nov 2, 2018 · 43m The parents of missing South Carolina woman Heather Elvis, Debbi and Terry Elvis, open up to NBC News’ Andrea Canning about the search for their daughter.
- Episode 7: The Mansion on Ocean Boulevard Nov 9, 2018 · 43m The mysterious deaths of 6-year-old Max Shacknai and 32-year-old Rebecca Zahau, who died within days of each other in 2011 at a California beachside mansion
- Episode 8: The Ultimatum Nov 16, 2018 · 43m When a mother is discovered dead inside her home, it appears to be a suicide. But when investigators start to interview those closest to her, an evil plot emerges. Dennis Murphy reports.
- Episode 9: Final Curtain Nov 23, 2018 · 43m A soon-to-be bride is caught in the middle of a twisted murder plot that has detectives questioning if she played a role in it.
- Episode 10: Suspicion in Silver City Nov 30, 2018 · 43m The mysterious death of a 23-year-old mother in New Mexico goes unsolved, and her family searches for answers. Keith Morrison reports.
- Episode 11: In a Lonely Place Dec 7, 2018 · 1h 25m When a creative entrepreneur abruptly leaves his business for an international surfing adventure, his family’s worry turns into suspicion. Keith Morrison reports.
- Episode 12: Under a Full Moon Dec 14, 2018 · 43m When detectives track down the killer of a Las Vegas cocktail waitress and mother, it becomes clear that the investigation has just begun.
- Episode 13: Stone Cold Dec 21, 2018 · 50m When a hard-charging boss in Arizona is shot to death, police uncover a complex web of bruised egos in his professional life and a trail of broken hearts in his personal life.
- Episode 14: The Alibi Dec 28, 2018 · 43m The homicide of private first class soldier and young mother Karlyn Ramirez; a glimpse into the FBI's crime lab and an in-depth look at how multiple agencies uncovered a plot that spanned…
- Episode 15: The Trap / The Capture Jan 13, 2019 · 43m Interviews with former journalist Amanda Lindhout and the undercover agent who spearheaded the international manhunt for the individual responsible for her 2008 kidnapping and torture in…
- Episode 16: ACCUSED: The R. Kelly Story Jan 18, 2019 · 43m An in-depth look at the history of allegations against singer R. Kelly, including interviews with several women who accuse Kelly of misconduct.
- Episode 17: Finding Venus Jan 25, 2019 · 1h 25m A mother of two mysteriously vanishes from her parents' Michigan home while going to check the mailbox, leaving her phone and identification behind; police declare her dead without…
- Episode 18: Chasing O.J. Simpson: The Untold Stories Feb 1, 2019 · 43m Looking back at O.J. Simpson's infamous Bronco car chase and subsequent standoff with the LAPD SWAT team, 25 years after the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman.
- Episode 19: Reckless Feb 8, 2019 · 43m Reckless A teenager is convicted of encouraging her boyfriend to kill himself; exclusive interviews with those on both sides of the case.
- Episode 20: What They Saw Feb 15, 2019 · 43m Dennis Murphy speaks to a Georgia father accused of murdering his ex-wife. While his friends work to prove his innocence, prosecutors count on his children to testify against their own…
- Episode 21: Secrets of Lake Seminole Feb 22, 2019 · 43m A man disappears after a duck hunting trip in Florida on his sixth wedding anniversary and is later found to have been murdered.
- Episode 22: The Golden Child Mar 1, 2019 · 43m The investigation into a woman's mysterious disappearance from inside her home in Washington, D.C., reveals a connection to the decades-old disappearance of another woman.
- Episode 23: Vanishing of Kelsey Berreth Mar 8, 2019 · 43m The investigation into a woman's mysterious disappearance from inside her home in Washington, D.C., reveals a connection to the decades-old disappearance of another woman.
- Episode 24: Endgame Mar 15, 2019 · 43m Andrea Canning reports on the murder of Shele Danishefsky, a wealthy New York City finance executive whose 2009 death was originally ruled accidental.
- Episode 25: The Motive Mar 22, 2019 · 43m A young woman finds out her boyfriend might have killed a college football player out of revenge. She struggles with going to officials, fearing she could lose her life. Keith Morrison…
- Episode 26: Jagged Mar 29, 2019 · 43m When Ohio mother Heather Bogle goes missing, a detective identifies multiple suspects, until he himself comes under scrutiny for his investigation. Josh Mankiewicz reports
- Episode 27: Evil Was Watching Apr 5, 2019 · 43m Two young girls in Washington are snatched in broad daylight. The case goes unsolved until a new detective tries to solve the mystery that haunted her childhood. Keith Morrison reports
- Episode 28: Evil Intent Apr 12, 2019 · 43m When a young woman fails to show up to work, her mother rushes to try to find her. What she discovers begins an investigation that leads to a suspect no one imagined. Keith Morrison reports.
- Episode 29: 11 Minutes Apr 19, 2019 · 43m An Alabama father calls police after his son throws a house party. Just 11 minutes after a deputy leaves his house, another 911 call is placed. What happened? Josh Mankiewicz reports.
- Episode 30: She Didn't Come Home Apr 26, 2019 · 43m A mother in Pennsylvania disappears after co-workers see her leaving for lunch.
- Episode 31: A Villainous Plan May 3, 2019 · 1h 24m A Connecticut bank executive is targeted by criminals who force him to rob his own bank.
- Episode 32: The Call May 10, 2019 · 1h 25m When a dancer is murdered in her Virginia home, investigators are hopeful they can crack the case. Could an unexpected tip lead them to an unlikely person? Andrea Canning reports.
- Episode 33: The Betrayal of Sarah Stern May 17, 2019 · 1h 25m The discovery of a teenager's car abandoned on a New Jersey bridge turns into a homicide investigation. Police uncover a plot involving money, close friends and betrayal. Keith Morrison…
- Episode 34: Facing The Music May 31, 2019 · 43m When a young teacher in Pennsylvania is murdered, her friends wonder if the killer will be caught. Following years without an arrest, investigators discover a new tool that may finally…
- Episode 35: The Overlook Jun 7, 2019 · 43m Two young women are shot and left for dead on a beach in Texas. After one miraculously survives, she is determined to find out who the attacker is. When a man is eventually convicted, the…
- Episode 36: She Did Everything Right Jun 10, 2019 · 43m A University of Utah athlete is found murdered on campus. She had reached out to campus police for help multiple times before her death. Could it have been prevented? Josh Mankiewicz…
- Episode 37: Return To The Farm Jun 14, 2019 · 43m When Shirley Carter is gunned down in her kitchen in rural Iowa, the whole town is stunned. But when police and her family are left with no leads, Shirley’s husband does something even…
- Episode 38: Before Midnight Jun 17, 2019 · 43m A successful business woman and mother of three is found shot in her office. Will justice be served? Keith Morrison reports.
- Episode 39: She Never Left Jun 21, 2019 · 43m A missing mother in Jacksonville, Fla., leaves behind a 3-year-old son, whose memory of their last night together offers some clues as to what happened to her. The case remains cold until…
- Episode 40: Unchecked Evil Jun 24, 2019 · 45m College senior Reagan Tokes was just months away from graduation when she was shot and killed in a public park. Her parents’ heartbreak soon turned to outrage. Andrea Canning reports.
- Episode 41: Return to the Early Shift Jun 28, 2019 · 41m A Kentucky man is convicted of murdering his co-worker; the mystery is considered solved until a stunning disclosure, years later, turns the closed case upside down.
- Episode 42: The Crossing Jul 1, 2019 · 43m Her son died under questionable circumstances and a mother is demanding answers from the university he attended (High Point), the frat house he pledged with (Delta Sigma Phi) and the…
- Episode 43: The Secret Keepers Jul 8, 2019 · 41m A 59-year-old father is found dead in his home, and family members assume it is related to his ongoing health issues. But when the coroner reveals he didn't die of natural causes, police…
- Episode 44: Return to the House of Secrets Jul 12, 2019 · 45m Cornell student and star athlete Charlie Tan excels in everything, except when he gets caught in the middle of a murder investigation. The community is left in shock. Dennis Murphy reports.
- Episode 45: Before the Storm Jul 15, 2019 · 41m A divorced, bi-sexual Texan mother of two, with a new man in her life, goes missing as Hurricane Harvey approaches. Both cooperative, the missing mom's ex-husband, and new boyfriend, fail…
- Episode 46: The Prussian Blue Mystery Jul 22, 2019 · 45m A San Diego woman arrives at an emergency room, near death. Doctors, the FBI and local law enforcement must solve not only a medical mystery, but also a horrific crime. Natalie Morales…
- Episode 47: Deadly Secret Jul 29, 2019 · 41m Pamela Smart was television's first true crime fascination after her husband was found murdered. Police discovered that Pamela Smart was keeping a big secret. Andrea Canning reports.
- Episode 48: At the Edge of Town Aug 5, 2019 · 40m When a college student is found dead after a party, his mother is determined to try to find out what happened. Dennis Murphy reports on the unexpected twist that no one saw coming.
- Episode 49: Out of the Darkness Aug 12, 2019 · 41m A wife calls 911 to report her husband has been shot on a country road in Texas. Could the dramatic police footage from the scene end up being key in the investigation? Josh Mankiewicz…
- Episode 50: Robert Durst: The Secret Tapes Aug 19, 2019 · 45m Rarely-seen video is revealed of Robert Durst’s friends testifying for the prosecution as to why he might have killed his best friend, Susan Berman. Keith Morrison reports.
- Episode 51: Hinckley: Diary of a Dangerous Mind Aug 26, 2019 · 45m Recently uncovered pages from the diary of John Hinckley Jr, written after his arrest for the attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan, are revealed. Troy Roberts reports.
- Episode 52: Life Inside Sep 6, 2019 · 45m Lester Holt spends two nights embedded inside the largest maximum security prison in America, the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary, also known as Angola.
- Episode 53: The Disappearance of Jennifer Dulos Sep 9, 2019 · 45m The latest detail on the case of missing New Canaan mother of five, Jennifer Dulos. Dennis Murphy reports.
- Episode 54: Into the Dark Sep 13, 2019 · 45m When a college student vanishes from a park in Salt Lake City, her friends are dedicated to finding answers. Keith Morrison reports on the search that made national headlines.
- Episode 55: Reckoning Sep 20, 2019 · 45m Savannah Guthrie speaks with six of Jeffrey Epstein's victims.