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20/20 (1978)

TV Series ★ 6.3 40 min

News Documentary

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.

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Released
June 6, 1978
Runtime
40 min
Rating
TV-14
IMDb
tt0124932
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Studio
ABC News

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Cast

Harold Hayes Self - Anchor Robert Hughes Robert Hughes Self - Anchor

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Frequently asked questions

What is 20/20 about?
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.
Who created 20/20?
20/20 was created by Roone Arledge.
Who stars in 20/20?
20/20 stars Harold Hayes, Robert Hughes.
When was 20/20 released?
20/20 is a 1978 news, documentary series.
Where can I watch 20/20?
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