TV series
Crime and Punishment in America
2026–, English, on PBS.
The story of criminal justice in America from the colonial era to today, and how Americans have wrestled with the problem of crime, the purpose of punishment and the meaning of justice for more than 250 years.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 4
- Episode length
- Varies
- Status
- Still running
Next episode: S1 E1 “A House of Repentance (Beginnings to 1880)”, 16 November 2026.
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Seasons 1
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 16 November 2026
- Network
- PBS
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
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Crime and Punishment in America: quick answers
Is Crime and Punishment in America worth watching?
Crime and Punishment in America doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet, because it hasn’t premiered.
How many seasons of Crime and Punishment in America are there?
Crime and Punishment in America has 1 season and 4 episodes.
Is Crime and Punishment in America finished?
No. The next episode, S1 E1 “A House of Repentance (Beginnings to 1880)”, airs 16 November 2026.
Which OTT platform is Crime and Punishment in America on?
Crime and Punishment in America hasn’t premiered yet; it’s due on 16 November 2026. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
Crime and Punishment in America parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Crime and Punishment in America?
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