48 Hours News Magazine Show Important Facts:
- Format: Investigative journalism and true crime documentary series
- On-air since 1988, making it one of the longest-running primetime programs on CBS
- Airs on Saturday evenings, typically from 10-11pm ET
- Episode: Each episode focuses on a single in-depth story, often a criminal investigation or mystery
- Hosts: It has included Dan Rather, Susan Spencer, Erin Moriarty, Maureen Maher and others over the years
- Note: Known for its detailed reporting, interviews with key figures, and dramatic reenactments
- Topics: Covers a wide range of topics beyond just true crime, including social issues, accidents, and high-profile events
- Awards: Has won numerous awards over its decades-long run, including numerous Emmys and Edward R. Murrow awards
- Consistently one of CBS’s highest rated Saturday night programs
- Considered a pioneer in the true crime television genre, paving the way for similar shows