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Season 17 – Dateline NBC

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Anchored by Lester Holt, "Dateline" is NBC's signature newsmagazine, bringing viewers storytelling at its best by putting the pieces together to present the full picture of real-life events. NBC News correspondents cover compelling stories and issues of the day, ranging from mystery and crime to in-depth investigations and breaking-news events.
Dateline NBC — Season 17

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Episode 1 Aired Dec 5, 2008 Seattle student Amanda Knox is a suspect in the murder of her British roommate in Italy. Details Episode 2 Aired Dec 12, 2008 Cindy and George Anthony, grandparents of missing 3-year-old Caylee Anthony, talk about the efforts to find the little girl and the charges against their daughter Casey, Caylee's mother. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 19, 2008 Pastor Rick Warren discusses his views on President-elect Barack Obama, his support of California's ban on gay marriage and his new book; families on the brink of losing their homes; a murder investigation. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 9, 2009 A popular talk radio host is accused of poisoning his wife to death. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 16, 2009 Miracle on the Hudson A minute-by-minute look at the landing of a US Airways plane in New York's Hudson River includes interviews with some of the survivors and their rescuers. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 18, 2009 Two days before Barack Obama takes the oath of office, scholars, celebrities and newsmakers talk about the era that lies ahead; courageous people who have saved lives. Details Episode 7 Aired Jan 23, 2009 A young college student acting as a drug informant is killed during a mission to bust a couple of suspected drug dealers. Details Episode 8 Aired Jan 25, 2009 Amazing stories of survival that almost didn't happen; the investigation into the disappearance of Olivia Newton-John's then-boyfriend, Patrick McDermott, who went missing while on a fishing trip. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 30, 2009 A father struggles to have his son returned to him after an international parental kidnapping. Details Episode 10 Aired Feb 1, 2009 An update on the case of Eric McLean, charged with shooting his wife's 18-year-old lover. Details Episode 11 Aired Feb 6, 2009 A witness comes forward with new information, giving investigators a break in their investigation of the murder of a young, newly married mother. Details Episode 12 Aired Feb 8, 2009 Tracking the money from the financial bailout to see where it goes and how it is spent by the recipients. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 10, 2009 Nadya Suleman, mother of the octuplets born in California. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 13, 2009 Police look for the person who murdered a beloved wife and mother. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 15, 2009 Ten wild rides caught on camera, including a skier encountering an avalanche; a camping trip in the woods of Southwestern Virginia turns into a nightmare. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 20, 2009 A congregation deals with suspicion and shock when a woman dies in the church office. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 22, 2009 Black Box Mystery: The Crash of the Concorde Nearly nine years after the crash of the Concorde, controversy continues to surround the accident that killed 113 people. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 27, 2009 A daughter stumbles across a family secret 36 years after her father's murder, leading her to question everything she'd been told about who killed him and why. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 6, 2009 A private investigator believes that two elderly women known for helping the homeless are actually killing them. Details Episode 20 Aired Mar 13, 2009 A young man confesses to killing his lover while sleepwalking. Details Episode 21 Aired Mar 15, 2009 Olympic champion Michael Phelps talks about the controversy surrounding the picture taken of him smoking marijuana; actor George Clooney discusses his efforts to solve the crisis in Darfur; a father fights to bring his son to the U.S. Details Episode 22 Aired Mar 20, 2009 The investigation of Marcus Schrenker, a financial adviser who attempted to fake his own death. Details Episode 23 Aired Mar 22, 2009 Inside the Financial Fiasco: The Mortgage Crisis How risky home loans helped cause a chain reaction that led to failures on Wall Street. Details Episode 24 Aired Mar 27, 2009 Inside the Financial Fiasco: Debt Trap How U.S. families have become mired in debt; the dirty tactics employed by some collection agencies. Details Episode 25 Aired Apr 3, 2009 Authorities cast doubt on a free-spirited couple's reputation for being very in love when they accuse the husband of murdering his wife. Details Episode 26 Aired Apr 5, 2009 Inside the Financial Fiasco: Promises, Promises Scams that target the unemployed and those struggling to save money wherever they can. Details Episode 27 Aired Apr 10, 2009 Unsolved Case Squad An elite team of investigators enlists the help of viewers to solve two murder cases. Details Episode 28 Aired Apr 12, 2009 An undercover report on a modeling agency parents say lost them thousands of dollars; an online dating ploy in Philadelphia. Details Episode 29 Aired Apr 17, 2009 A dedicated police officer works to bring closure to the family of a missing Michigan woman years after her disappearance. Details Episode 30 Aired Apr 24, 2009 Authorities try to determine who pulled the trigger when a lawyer and his wife are shot. Details Episode 31 Aired Apr 26, 2009 You Might Be Rich! A man whose arctic escapades have put his life and marriage at risk; a team of correspondents scours the country for people who may be unaware that unclaimed property, in some cases large amounts of cash, is being held for them. Details Episode 32 Aired May 1, 2009 Authorities investigate the death of a 24-year-old surfer from California. Details Episode 33 Aired May 8, 2009 Infidelity; an update on the arrest of former police officer Drew Peterson, charged in the death of his third wife and suspected in the disappearance of his fourth. Details Episode 34 Aired May 10, 2009 Reports on an alleged Ponzi scheme led by entrepreneur Nicholas Cosmo; living longer, healthier lives. Details Episode 35 Aired May 15, 2009 Authorities are puzzled when a woman disappears from the Caribbean vacation home she and her husband built in an attempt to heal their marital woes. Details Episode 36 Aired May 17, 2009 Born prematurely in 2001 and facing serious health issues, Cody McCasland works to raise money for the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children; one American works to educate and advocate for Afghan women; the child stars of "Slumdog Millionaire." Details Episode 37 Aired May 24, 2009 A young woman is wooed by a man in Britain who claims to be a spy; a wealthy hedge fund manager disappears with his investors' money. Details Episode 38 Aired May 25, 2009 A man from North Carolina tries to clear his name after he is suspected of murdering a local couple; authorities try to determine if a woman was murdered by her controlling husband. Details Episode 39 Aired May 29, 2009 Authorities try to determine if Doug Grant murdered his wife. Details Episode 40 Aired May 31, 2009 On Tour With Taylor Swift Cameras go behind the scenes of Taylor Swift's first-ever headlining tour; the truth about a mother's disappearance is revealed. Details Episode 41 Aired Jun 7, 2009 Shadows and Secrets The people of Iran discuss issues that are impacting the nation's presidential election, their country's history and rapidly changing culture; a man fights for custody of his son; a woman is trapped in her husband's secretive and mysterious life. Details Episode 42 Aired Jun 8, 2009 Three accomplished neighbors get into a feud. Details Episode 43 Aired Jun 14, 2009 The latest on abduction suspect Clark Rockefeller. Details Episode 44 Aired Jun 15, 2009 Vegas Undercover Police in Las Vegas patrol dark corners of the city, arresting auto thieves, pimps, counterfeiters and more. Details Episode 45 Aired Jun 19, 2009 Two women are determined to solve the mystery of their mother's disappearance; the latest in the case of a couple murdered as they tried to sell their boat in California in 2004. Details Episode 46 Aired Jun 22, 2009 A man is found dead in a garage, and another man is missing, leaving authorities to try to determine whether it is a coincidence or whether a couple's plan to start a new life has gone awry. Details Episode 47 Aired Jun 25, 2009 American Legend: Michael Jackson; Farrah Fawcett: The Life & Death of an Angel A tribute to pop icon Michael Jackson; the life of actress Farrah Fawcett and her battle with cancer. Details Episode 48 Aired Jun 28, 2009 A woman searches for a treatment for her child's rare disease. Details Episode 49 Aired Jun 29, 2009 Living With Michael Jackson An edited version of the 2003 documentary on singer Michael Jackson. Details Episode 50 Aired Jul 3, 2009 The latest on Michael Jackson's finances, funeral arrangements and the Neverland Ranch; reactions from the pop icon's fans and friends. Details Episode 51 Aired Jul 6, 2009 The latest updates on the memorial service and funeral arrangements for pop icon Michael Jackson; the making of Michael Jackson's famous "Thriller" music video. Details Episode 52 Aired Jul 7, 2009 A Farewell to Michael Jackson Highlights of the memorial service for pop icon Michael Jackson; a look at his career and his legacy. Details Episode 53 Aired Jul 10, 2009 Tracing the history of the people whose lives inspired the Martin Scorsese film "The Departed." Details Episode 54 Aired Jul 13, 2009 The truth comes out after a little boy's disappearance and murder; an author recalls a cold case he covered as a crime reporter on Los Angeles. Details Episode 55 Aired Jul 17, 2009 After a deadlocked jury the case of a murdered Boston contractor goes to trial a second time in an attempt to find justice. Details Episode 56 Aired Jul 19, 2009 An update to the case of a missing 3-year-old girl and her father's determination to find her. Details Episode 57 Aired Jul 24, 2009 Revisiting the case of Patty Hearst's kidnapping; a man talks about being held by the Symbionese Liberation Army; an elementary school vice principal is charged with the murders of his wife and children. Details Episode 58 Aired Jul 26, 2009 A woman is kidnapped, but manages to dial 911 without her captor's knowledge. Details Episode 59 Aired Jul 27, 2009 When a popular businessman dies in a car explosion, initial speculation leads to the mob. Details Episode 60 Aired Jul 31, 2009 Investigating the murder of a football star's girlfriend; the latest developments in the death of Michael Jackson, including new details about his personal doctor. Details Episode 61 Aired Aug 2, 2009 Testing the compliance of California's lottery retailers. Details Episode 62 Aired Aug 3, 2009 Authorities investigate when a woman is murdered on her patio. Details Episode 63 Aired Aug 7, 2009 Investigating a string of violent crimes at a mall in a wealthy neighborhood; a lawyer reveals information about a real estate agent who went missing nine years ago. Details Episode 64 Aired Aug 9, 2009 Back to Woodstock Behind the scenes moments from Woodstock, including home movies and archival footage. Details Episode 65 Aired Aug 10, 2009 Questions surrounding the murder of Bud and Melanie Billings; possible suspects and motives; one of their daughters, Ashley Markham, talks about her family. Details Episode 66 Aired Aug 14, 2009 A young woman working as an undercover police informant is killed when a drug bust goes bad; police finally solve the disappearance of an 11-year-old boy who went missing more than 20 years ago. Details Episode 67 Aired Aug 17, 2009 A family searches for the truth after a woman falls into a creek while on a fishing trip with her husband. Details Episode 68 Aired Aug 21, 2009 A father and son are pitted against each other as authorities investigate the murder of a wife and mother; recounting the first known murder using the sedative that may also have played a role in Michael Jackson's death. Details Episode 69 Aired Aug 24, 2009 Police investigate what appears to be a fatal love triangle, arresting the victim's wife, although the victim's mistress failed to appear in court to give testimony. Details Episode 70 Aired Aug 28, 2009 Four years after a young groom vanished while on his honeymoon cruise in the Mediterranean, authorities are still searching for answers; an update on the case of financial adviser Marcus Schrenker, who attempted to fake his own death. Details Episode 71 Aired Aug 30, 2009 Dose of Controversy Matt Lauer explores the controversial link between vaccines and autism, interviewing a British doctor whose 1998 study first suggested a possible link and a pediatrician and expert on vaccines who speaks out on vaccine safety in the U.S. Details Episode 72 Aired Aug 31, 2009 Detailing the final hours of former NFL quarterback Steve McNair. Details Episode 73 Aired Sep 4, 2009 A Connecticut woman shares her story after being raped in her own home by a masked man, a crime that divided her community and the police force as well. Details Episode 74 Aired Sep 6, 2009 Examining debt in the United States through the eyes of families driven to the brink of bankruptcy; helping women in Pakistan by building schools and a center for abused women; Tom Brokaw searches for the American character. Details Episode 75 Aired Sep 7, 2009 Interviews with Alex and Derek King, who confessed to killing their father in 2003 and were, at the time, two of the youngest children ever charged with murder and arson as adults. Details Episode 76 Aired Sep 11, 2009 Investigating the shooting of a young teacher and her philandering husband that left their families and neighbors divided. Details Episode 77 Aired Sep 18, 2009 Behind Closed Doors Two separate cases of seemingly perfect marriages end in an unexpected death. Details
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Season Info

Network
NBC
Rating
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Genre
News, Mystery & Thriller, Crime
Original Language
English
Release Date
Dec 5, 2008