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The First 48: Missing Persons: all seasons, episodes and where to watch

A&E crime and documentary series (2011–2013), 3 seasons.

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The First 48: Missing Persons is a crime and documentary series that aired on A&E, running from 2011 to 2013 with 3 seasons and 15 episodes. The First 48: Missing Persons has ended. Its final episode aired on February 7, 2013.

U.S. premiere: January 24, 2012
Where: Cable
Time: Varies by station
Episodes: 4
Finale: February 7, 2013

Where to watch The First 48: Missing Persons season 3 in the U.S.

Where to watch The First 48: Missing Persons season 3 in the U.S.
Where	How	When	Notes
Cable	Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable	January 24, 2012 – February 7, 2013	Original U.S. run on A&E. [1]

Season 3 episode schedule

The First 48: Missing Persons season 3 U.S. episode schedule
Ep.	Title	U.S. date	Time	Status
2	Family Matters	Tue, Jan 24, 2012 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
1	Lost Anniversary / Checked Out	Thu, Jan 17, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
3	3:10 to Yuma / Harm's Way	Thu, Jan 31, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
4	The Good Mother	Thu, Feb 7, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed

Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.

About The First 48: Missing Persons

Season 3: Season 3 of The First 48: Missing Persons aired from January 24, 2012 to February 7, 2013 on A&E (4 episodes).

Network / service: A&E (first aired June 2, 2011)
Official site: aetv.com

All seasons

Season 3

Season complete

Season 3 of The First 48: Missing Persons aired from January 24, 2012 to February 7, 2013 on A&E (4 episodes).

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Season 2

Season complete

Season 2 of The First 48: Missing Persons aired from March 15, 2012 to April 5, 2012 on A&E (4 episodes).

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Season 1

Season complete

Season 1 of The First 48: Missing Persons aired from June 2, 2011 to July 15, 2011 on A&E (7 episodes).

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Common questions

How many seasons of The First 48: Missing Persons are there?

The First 48: Missing Persons has 3 seasons and 15 episodes listed, airing from June 2, 2011 to February 7, 2013.

Is The First 48: Missing Persons cancelled or ended?

The First 48: Missing Persons has ended. Its final episode aired on February 7, 2013.

Where can I watch The First 48: Missing Persons?

The First 48: Missing Persons originally aired on A&E in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check A&E's own app and the major streaming services for the current home.