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Dateline S32E21 — The Room Downstairs

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Dateline•Season 32•Episode 21

The Room Downstairs

7.3/10 · 33 votesJan 4, 202441 min

Ranked #29 of 44 in Season 32•−0.1 vs season avg

While responding to a house fire in New Jersey, firefighters discover the burned remains of homeowner Rob Cantor in the basement, leading investigators to question what really happened: new interviews and legal developments about the latest twists and turns in the case.

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Episode Summary

"The Room Downstairs" is episode 21 of Dateline season 32. It scored 7.3/10 from 33 votes, ranking #29 of 44 episodes this season (season average 7.4). It aired on January 4, 2024.

Next: E22 · A Promise to Gloria Best of Season 32