Cold Case Files vs The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes
The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes has the higher audience score (9.3/10 against 8.5/10 for Cold Case Files). Cold Case Files is the older of the two (1999 against 2020). Both are crime, documentary shows, so they suit a similar mood.
Cold Case Files
The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes| Cold Case Files | The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 9.3/10 |
| Year | 1999 | 2020 |
| Seasons | 5 | 3 |
| Genres | Crime, Documentary, Mystery | Crime, Documentary |
| Country | US | – |
| Creator / director | – | – |
| Main cast | Bill Kurtis | – |
Synopsis
Cold Case Files
Explore compelling cases that have gone cold for years, chronicling the journeys of the detectives who reopened them. The detectives relive the events of the crimes, reveal new twists and startling revelations, relying on breakthroughs in forensic technology and the influence of social media to help crack these cases.
The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes
A look back at some of the most unforgettable moments in The First 48’s history. Each episode presents different cases previously featured on the show, all with a common theme.
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