The first must-see film of the year.

The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;

Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.

It’s sentimental, ridiculously long and only occasionally funny

Show that has put away more criminals away due to this groundbreaking show. As really not a fan of John Walsh despite him losing his son in such a heinous way.But still really a great show that despite the sometimes bad acting and writing. Still it has put away a lot of criminals and still doing so. Even though the show is now on Lifetime and not on Fox.Where it was for the nearly past twenty years. Still trying to put away criminals that need to get off the streets and into a jail cell! And how they do their best to have families that were victimized finally find some closure or won't rest until the last criminal is brought to justice.

America's Most Wanted began as a mid-season replacement in early 1988, and now, twenty-one years later, it shows no sign of slowing down. To date, more than one thousand fugitives profiled on the show have been caught (or, in some cases, found deceased).It is interesting to note that John Walsh wasn't the only person who was approached about hosting AMW. A number of actors were also considered, including: Treat Williams and Theresa Saldana. True crime author/former detective Joseph Wambaugh was another candidate for the job. However, the studio wanted John Walsh, apparently because he had the credibility they were looking for; the 1981 abduction and murder of his son Adam turned him into an activist, which resulted in the passage of laws that required law enforcement agencies to become more involved in the search for missing persons.Walsh was reluctant at first, but the case of a fugitive named David James Roberts finalized his decision to host the show. A few days after the AMW pilot aired in February 1988, Roberts, who murdered four people (including two small children) became the show's first capture. Walsh was admittedly nervous during the taping of the pilot, and it was evident.I still remember the day in 1996 when Fox announced its decision to cancel America's Most Wanted. This surprise announcement prompted viewers (including myself), law enforcement agencies, politicians, and government officials to protest the decision. The public outcry resulted in the show returning to the air in November 1996, after being off the air for six weeks. The day AMW was reinstated was a great day.The show airs on Saturday nights. Although we have reached the era where Saturday is generally one of the least watched nights for prime-time television, America's Most Wanted continues to be a durable and consistently watched television program.

I got to say, John Walsh has made so many efforts to solve many criminal cases and bring many criminals to justice. In addition, he has made so many efforts also to help recover missing persons. He is full of sympathy, generosity, service, and intelligence, especially since the senseless abduction and murder of his only son, Adam. So why did Adam become such a victim? I still don't understand that.I began watching this show when I finally decided to discontinue my interest in fiction, which is absolutely misleading. Actuality, on the other hand, is more entertaining, realistic, and educating. Don't forget, "documentary." If it wasn't for John Walsh, then my interest in fiction may never end. Thank you so much John, and a great amount of thanks to all the AMW cast and crew for making the show effective and important and for showing us the good sides and the glimpses of the real world. Great work!!! And remember, we CAN make a difference!

I agree with anyone that enjoys the show. I worked there for a while and I enjoyed everyday that I was there. You would not believe the amount of time and energy that is spent on each case from the selection process, to the re-enactments to the follow up's from the tips received at the hotline. considering the amount of tips received on a Saturday night it is no wonder this show has been on the air for so long. I will most likely be returning to the show but I just wanted to give my comments and really encourage continued viewership and support. It truly is a unique show. It should be around for many more years to come. The people behind the scenes are truly dedicated and deserve a standing ovation for the work they put into each episode.