Homicide Hunter: American Detective 2021
- Status
- Returning Series
- First Aired
- January 4, 2021
- Last Aired
- June 3, 2026
- Format
- 6 seasons · 48 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~33.6 hours (42 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E1 "Fourteen Stories Down" (★ 10/10)
- Networks
- Investigation Discovery, discovery+
- Where to Stream
- Hulu, Disney Plus, HBO Max Amazon Channel
What is Homicide Hunter: American Detective?
Homicide Hunter: American Detective is a television series that premiered in 2021. The program falls under the crime and documentary genres and is rated TV-14.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 48
- Runtime
- 42 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 4, 2021
- Last aired
- Jun 3, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Investigation Discovery, discovery+
- Genres
- Crime, Documentary
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 from 9 votes
- Format
- 6 seasons · 48 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~42 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Networks
- Investigation Discovery, discovery+
Where to watch in United States
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 48 episodes and an average 42-minute runtime.
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Homicide Hunter: American Detective is a television series that premiered in 2021. The program falls under the crime and documentary genres and is rated TV-14. In the series, Joe Kenda trades in his own case files to bring viewers astounding investigations from across the country. Each episode features a different homicide detective whose tireless efforts helped put a killer behind bars and bring justice for the victim. The show is available for streaming on platforms such as YouTube TV, where viewers can access live television and cloud digital video recording features. The series focuses on real-life criminal investigations and highlights the work of law enforcement personnel who solve homicide cases.
Should you watch it?
“Lt. Joe Kenda profiles diverse homicide investigations solved by dedicated detectives across the United States.”
- Expert guidance from veteran detective Joe Kenda
- Focuses on unique cases from various jurisdictions
- Highlights the tireless efforts of different homicide investigators
- Features disturbing and intense subject matter
Watch it if you enjoy true-crime documentaries that highlight the investigative process and the pursuit of justice.
The tone is serious and investigative, maintaining a steady, professional pace suitable for mature audiences interested in criminal justice.
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Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Fourteen Stories Down Mytharc Jan 4, 2021
- E2 "Murder, Murder, Murder" Core Jan 4, 2021
- E3 Hazard Lights Core Jan 4, 2021
- E4 From The Deep Mytharc Jan 13, 2021
- E5 Tale of Two Knives Core Jan 19, 2021
- E6 Goodbye Horses Mytharc Jan 27, 2021
- E7 A Face With No Name Core Feb 3, 2021
- E8 What She Saw Core Feb 10, 2021
- E9 Black Water Mytharc Feb 17, 2021
- E10 Lights Out Mytharc Feb 24, 2021
Season 2 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 Prodigal Son Mytharc Jan 26, 2022
- E2 The Creek Core Jan 26, 2022
- E3 Run the Wickets Core Feb 2, 2022
- E4 Radio Silence Core Feb 9, 2022
- E5 Drugstore Cowboy Mytharc Feb 16, 2022
- E6 Death Roll Mytharc Feb 23, 2022
Season 3 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →- E1 Body Parts Mytharc Jul 5, 2022
- E2 Lothario Core Jul 12, 2022
- E3 Mr. X Core Jul 19, 2022
- E4 Murder Capitol Mytharc Jul 26, 2022
- E5 Blood Bath Mytharc Aug 2, 2022
- E6 One Drop Mytharc Aug 9, 2022
Season 4 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →- E1 It Begins With One Mytharc May 29, 2024
- E2 Mr. Innocent Core Jun 5, 2024
- E3 Crimson Snow Core Jun 12, 2024
- E4 Candy Core Jun 19, 2024
- E5 The Rose Tattoo Core Jun 26, 2024
- E6 Torso Core Jul 3, 2024
- E7 Six Pounds of Pressure Core Jul 10, 2024
- E8 The Barrel Core Jul 17, 2024
- E9 The Highway Hunter Mytharc Jul 24, 2024
- E10 Wayward Son Mytharc Jul 31, 2024
Season 5 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Colonial Parkway Murders Mytharc Apr 1, 2025
- E2 Mr. Nobody Core Apr 8, 2025
- E3 Barn of Horrors Core Apr 15, 2025
- E4 A Letter From Hell Core Apr 22, 2025
- E5 Valentine Day Murder Core Apr 29, 2025
- E6 Line goes Dead Core May 6, 2025
- E7 44 Magnum Mytharc May 13, 2025
- E8 12 hours of terror Mytharc May 20, 2025
Season 6 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 6 guide & lore primer →- E1 Man's Best Friend Mytharc Apr 15, 2026
- E2 The Desert City Murders Core Apr 22, 2026
- E3 To Kidnap a Prince Mytharc Apr 29, 2026
- E4 First To Die Core May 6, 2026
- E5 The Curse Core May 13, 2026
- E6 Puppet Master Core May 20, 2026
- E7 Catfished To Kill Mytharc May 27, 2026
- E8 Wolf in the Shadows Mytharc Jun 3, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Homicide Hunter: American Detective?
Streaming availability for the series can be checked through platforms like JustWatch or Plex.
Is this series worth watching?
The show is worth watching for viewers interested in detailed true-crime investigations and the procedural work of homicide detectives.
How many seasons are available?
The series consists of five seasons.
What is the focus of each episode?
Each episode profiles a different homicide detective and the specific case they worked to solve.
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