New True Crime Documentary - 48 Hours Season 38

Release Date: September 27, 2025

No of Episodes: 31

Platform: CBS (broadcast), Paramount+ (streaming)

48 Hours Season 38 continues the series’ tradition of examining crime, justice, and unresolved mysteries through detailed reporting, field interviews, and archival material.

What to expect in 48 Hours Season 38

The season opens with “The Boy Who Killed His Twin,” airing Saturday, September 27 at 10:00–11:00 PM ET. Reported by correspondent Erin Moriarty, the episode examines the case of 17-year-old Benjamin Elliott, who fatally stabbed his twin sister. With no clear motive identified, his defense argues that he was sleepwalking at the time of the crime.

You can view the official trailer here.

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Disclaimer: I have not viewed the documentary listed in this post. All descriptions and details have been compiled from official press releases, streaming platform announcements, and other publicly available sources. Information is accurate to the best of my knowledge at the time of writing.