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1978 · TV Series · TV-14 · 40 min · ★ 6.3

NewsDocumentary

This long-running ABC newsmagazine explores real-life stories with a strong human-interest focus, mixing reported segments and interviews. Airing since 1978, it has been a familiar weekly staple for many viewers, often associated with Friday-night viewing.

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Details
Years
1978
Release date
1978-06-06
Network
ABC
Language
English
Rated
TV-14
Runtime
40 min
TMDB rating
6.3/10 (36 votes)
About

If you enjoy real-world reporting centered on people and personal stories, this should fit, especially if you like Dateline or 48 Hours; Not for you if you want mostly international or political coverage.

Pros: long-running trusted format; human-interest focus; weekly staple viewing | Cons: less political coverage; not international-heavy; occasional schedule changes

Themes

  • news magazine
  • crime documentary
  • crime

Awards & recognition

  • Genesis Award

Cast & crew

Created by Roone Arledge