Roone Arledge
Director
20/20 (1978)
Specials
20/20 is an American television newsmagazine that has been broadcast on ABC since June 6, 1978. Created by ABC News executive Roone Arledge, the show was designed similarly to CBS's 60 Minutes but focuses more on human interest stories than international and political subjects. The program's name derives from the "20/20" measurement of visual acuity. The hour-long program has been a staple on Friday evenings for much of the time since it moved to that timeslot from Thursdays in September 1987, though special editions of the program occasionally air on other nights.
Released June 6, 1978
Episode 74 min
14+
Genres: Documentary, News
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Watch Providers: Hulu, fuboTV, Disney Plus, Spectrum On Demand
Production Companies: ABC News
Network: ABC
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S0E1 - Are We Scaring Ourselves to Death?
S0E2 - Is America Number 1?
Is America Number 1? And if so, number 1 in what? Government? Economy? Culture? What makes a country prosperous? Democracy? The U.S. and India both have democracy, but only one is prosperous. Natural resources? Hong Kong and the U.S. are both prosperous, but only one is rich in natural resources. John Stossel argues that what makes a country prosperous is rule of law and economic freedom.
Sept. 19, 1999, midnight
S0E3 - You Can't Say That!
S0E4 - Love, Lust, and Marriage
S0E5 - The Mystery of Happiness
S0E6 - The Trouble With Lawyers
S0E7 - Junk Science: What You Know That May Not Be So
S0E8 - Freeloaders
S0E9 - Greed
S0E10 - Sex, Drugs and Consenting Adults
S0E11 - John Stossel Goes to Washington
S0E12 - Tampering with Nature
S0E13 - Sick in America
S0E14 - John Stossel's Politically Incorrect Guide to Politics
Oct. 17, 2008, midnight
S0E15 - Why Don't Kids Have a Voice?
S0E16 - Stupid in America
S0E17 - Scared Stiff: Worried in America
S0E18 - The Age of Consent
March 14, 2008, midnight
S0E19 - Bailouts and Bull
S0E20 - Enough!
S0E21 - The Blame Game: Are We a Country of Victims?
S0E22 - You Can't Even Talk About It
Should a business be able to pay pregnant women less? Why should taxpayers foot the bill for search and rescue operations for people who take foolish risks? If Miss California can enhance her body with implants, why can't an athlete enhance his body with steroids? Isn't it about time for America to give less money to the elderly? John Stossel takes a look at taboo subjects we can't talk about in America.
May 8, 2009, midnight
S0E23 - Myths, Lies and Downright Stupidity
Can going out in the cold give you a cold? Is life getting worse? Can money buy happiness?
You may be among the many who would answer yes to these questions. You'd be wrong. There are a lot of popularly held beliefs out there that simply aren't true. Yet the media tend to report on many of them as though they were hard facts.
Jan. 23, 2004, midnight
S0E24 - Myths, Lies, and Nasty Behavior
Oct. 17, 2006, midnight
S0E25 - Mad About Oscar with Katie Couric
Feb. 20, 2013, midnight
10.0
S0E26 - The Unabomber
About the case of Ted Kaczynski
May 4, 1998, midnight
S0E27 - Alex Trebek, Remembered
The life and legacy of "Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek, including Robin Roberts' interview with Trebek when he first revealed his cancer diagnosis, a behind-the-scenes look at "Jeopardy" and footage of Trebek's early start on television.
Nov. 8, 2020, midnight
S0E28 - Something's Coming - West Side Story
A step inside the new "West Side Story", from director Steven Spielberg, featuring interviews with the cast and crew, and discussions with Puerto Ricans on the role this story has had on their lives.
Dec. 5, 2020, midnight
S0E29 - Secret Life of Diddy - A Special Edition of 20/20"
The allegations of violence and sexual assault could send Diddy to prison for the rest of his life with wide-reaching repercussions. New reporting and new details are unveiled in the special as the allegations of his alleged criminal enterprise, involving "freak offs," drugs and sex trafficking, continue to come to light.
Oct. 9, 2024, midnight
S0E30 - Price of Fame: The Liam Payne Story
Nov. 3, 2024, midnight
S0E31 - Operation Babylift: The 50-Year Journey
The special focused on the personal stories of Vietnamese orphans who were airlifted to the US as part of Operation Babylift and their reunions with those involved in the mission 50 years later
May 8, 2025, midnight
S0E32 - The American Pope Leo XIV
May 9, 2025, midnight
S0E33 - The Verdict
KAREN READ: THE VERDICT' FEATURES ALL-NEW DETAILS AND EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS REGARDING THE CASE AGAINST THE WOMAN AT THE CENTER OF ONE OF THE MOST-TALKED-ABOUT TRIALS, MOMENTS AFTER A VERDICT IS REACHED IN HER SECOND TRIAL
ABC News Chief National Correspondent Matt Gutman Reports on the Fierce Debate Surrounding the Tragic Death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe When He Is Found Outside During an Epic Boston Blizzard
June 18, 2025, midnight
S0E34 - Robert Redford: The Life & Legacy of an American Icon -- Special Edition of 20/20
A spotlight on Robert Redford's life and career reveals details about the actor and Oscar-winning filmmaker's legacy and most beloved films.
Sept. 18, 2025, midnight
S0E35 - The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland
Commemorate seven decades of the magic, joy and innovation of one of the most beloved theme parks in the world when the special event "The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland – Special Edition of 20/20," "The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland" pulls back the curtain to reveal the magic behind Walt Disney's dream, with enchanting stories sure to surprise and delight even the most devoted fans.
Sept. 21, 2025, midnight
S0E36 - The Golden Girls: 40 Years of Laughter and Friendship
A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved sitcom's enduring impact on TV and culture, including interviews with superfans Sheryl Lee Ralph, Kelly Ripa, Laverne Cox and former guest star Mario Lopez
Nov. 11, 2025, midnight
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ABC
74 min/ep
53872 min
June 6, 1978
Jan. 9, 2026, midnight
Returning Series
TV-14 / 14+
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