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Season 1 – Predator Hunters

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Following veteran investigator Detective Tony Godwin and his team within the North Texas-based Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force as they uncover online exploitation and bring perpetrators to justice before they harm any children. The series provides first-hand access to real investigations as Godwin, who has partnered with the FBI, Homeland Security, and the U.S. Secret Service, opens his case files for the first time. Each episode follows three investigations from the first digital clue through undercover online conversations and coordinated law enforcement operations, culminating in dramatic takedowns and arrests. Featuring exclusive, never-before-seen chat logs, raw bodycam footage, and in-depth police interviews, the series reveals how predators operate and the relentless work required to stop them. A recognized expert in the field, Godwin assists law enforcement agencies nationwide, leading to the removal of hundreds of predators from the streets.

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Carla Hay Culture Mix Mar 8
Using police footage and interviews, the docuseries Predator Hunters has factual retellings of Texas police arrests of convicted sexual predators who target children. Unlike other shows with similar topics, this show reveals case results. Go to Full Review
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Episode 1 Aired Mar 5, 2026 By Any Means Necessary When a man targets a 13-year-old on a chat app, Det. Tony Godwin races to snare him before it is too late; a tip-off exposes a predator's collection of child sexual abuse material; an online ad sparks a bold undercover sting. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 12, 2026 Someone You Know and Trust When a Houston cop seeks access to a mom's two kids, detectives go all in to stop one of their own; detectives team up to catch a predator with his pants down; two brave victims help Det. Godwin to expose a stepdad's horrific secret. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 19, 2026 We Have to Act Fast When a teacher's deviant messages to a minor surface, Detective Godwin pushes to uncover the extent of his crimes; a predator's warped idea of love triggers a dramatic takedown; detectives snare a predator who wants both boys and girls. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 26, 2026 Know the Codes A predator sharing pornography with a minor triggers a game of cat-and-mouse with Tony's team; then, an undercover FBI operation identifies a man who's targeting a 10-year-old; Tony takes down a predator with twisted role-play fantasies. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 2, 2026 Catfishing the Catfisher Det. Tony Godwin catfishes a predator grooming a woman to supply her nine-year-old niece; an offender makes an admission following a tense takedown; detectives scramble to stop a predator with access to vulnerable kids. Details Episode 6 Airs Apr 9 High Risk Takedown When a predator with a disturbing past targets a minor, law enforcement agencies team up for a high-stakes takedown at a busy airport; then, a mom uncovers a predator's twisted scheme; detectives unmask one of their boldest predators yet. Details Episode 7 Airs Apr 16 Partial Truths, Partial Lies An all-American dad's desire for sex with a 14-year-old triggers a takedown that exposes his deviant double life. Then, creepy social media messages to a schoolgirl reveal a dangerous predator. A police officer plays decoy to lure a predator. Details Episode 8 Airs Apr 23 A Dark Hidden Secret When a predator plans to meet a 13-year-old at the mall, Detective Tony Godwin races to pull off his fastest ever takedown. Then, an FBI lead points to one home and two suspects. A predator's deviant secret is discovered in a church dumpster. Details Episode 9 Airs Apr 30 Huge Red Flag A registered sex offender's meet with a 13-year-old triggers a dramatic takedown at a busy gas station. Then, Tony's team exposes a grade school janitor's devious plan. Detectives join forces to snare a pastor with unholy fantasies. Details

Season Info

Director
Brad Abramson
Network
A&E
Rating
TV-14 (V|D|S|L)
Genre
Crime, Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 5, 2026