20/20 — Specials
38 episodes
E1Are We Scaring Ourselves to Death?
Not yet aired
- E2
Is America Number 1?
Sept 1999
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.
- E3
You Can't Say That!
Not yet aired
- E4
Love, Lust, and Marriage
Not yet aired
- E5
The Mystery of Happiness
Not yet aired
- E6
The Trouble With Lawyers
Not yet aired
- E7
Junk Science: What You Know That May Not Be So
Not yet aired
- E8
Freeloaders
Not yet aired
- E9
Greed
Not yet aired
- E10
Sex, Drugs and Consenting Adults
Not yet aired
- E11
John Stossel Goes to Washington
Not yet aired
- E12
Tampering with Nature
Not yet aired
- E13
Sick in America
Not yet aired
- E14
John Stossel's Politically Incorrect Guide to Politics
Oct 2008
- E15
Why Don't Kids Have a Voice?
Not yet aired
- E16
Stupid in America
Not yet aired
- E17
Scared Stiff: Worried in America
Not yet aired
- E18
The Age of Consent
Mar 2008
- E19
Bailouts and Bull
Not yet aired
- E20
Enough!
Not yet aired
- E21
The Blame Game: Are We a Country of Victims?
Not yet aired
- E22
You Can't Even Talk About It
May 2009
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.
- E23
Myths, Lies and Downright Stupidity
Jan 2004
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.
- E24
Myths, Lies, and Nasty Behavior
Oct 2006
- E25
Mad About Oscar with Katie Couric
Feb 2013
- E26
The Unabomber
10.0May 1998
About the case of Ted Kaczynski
- E27
Alex Trebek, Remembered
Nov 2020
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.
- E28
Something's Coming - West Side Story
Dec 2020
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.
- E29
Secret Life of Diddy - A Special Edition of 20/20"
Oct 20242h
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.
- E30
Price of Fame: The Liam Payne Story
Nov 2024
- E31
Operation Babylift: The 50-Year Journey
May 202525m
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
- E32
The American Pope Leo XIV
May 2025
- E33
The Verdict
Jun 20252h
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
- E34
Robert Redford: The Life & Legacy of an American Icon -- Special Edition of 20/20
Sept 2025
A spotlight on Robert Redford's life and career reveals details about the actor and Oscar-winning filmmaker's legacy and most beloved films.
- E35
The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland
Sept 20251h 30m
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.
- E36
Michelle Obama: The Style, The Power, The Look - A Conversation with Robin Roberts
Nov 202542m
Obama shares the important role and at times complex role fashion has played in her life, from designing her own prom dress at a young age to navigating living in the spotlight as the first Black first lady of the United States and helping define who she is today. A passionate supporter of future generations and education, Obama surprises past and present students who are working to make their own marks on fashion. The special also features interviews with Obama's longtime stylist Meredith Koop, her makeup artist Carl Ray, and hairstylists Yene Damtew and Njeri Radway, along with top designers Diane von Furstenberg, Jason Wu, Tracy Reese and Narciso Rodriquez and fashion commentators.
E37The Golden Girls: 40 Years of Laughter and Friendship
Nov 202542m
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
- E38
America the Beautiful
Jul 202642m
David Muir anchors a first-of-its-kind artistic illumination of the Statue of Liberty from deep inside the iconic monument; Brandi Carlile performs "America the Beautiful," accompanied by SistaStrings.
