20/20

20/20

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.

Created By

Roone Arledge

Status

Returning Series

Original Name

20/20

First Air Date

June 6, 1978

Last Air Date

March 21, 2025

Seasons

25

Episodes

697

Language

English

Production Companies

ABC News

Networks

ABC

Unlucky Numbers
S48E25

Unlucky Numbers

When Abraham Shakespeare wins $30 million in the Florida lottery in 2006, he is generous with his winnings, helping friends, family, and strangers. But three years after his windfall, Shakespeare mysteriously vanishes. Police begin an investigation, and there is no shortage of possible suspects.

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