ABC News Special Report

ABC News Special Report (1972- )

RunningNews show

On the ABC News Specials, the stories that need to be covered in great detailed are featured.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (120 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did ABC News Special Report premiere?

ABC News Special Report premiered on June 17, 1959.

What was the duration of an average episode of ABC News Special Report?

The duration of an average episode of ABC News Special Report varied from episode to episode, depending on the length of the news story being covered.

Who were some of the hosts of ABC News Special Report in 1972?

Some of the hosts of ABC News Special Report in 1972 included Howard K. Smith and Harry Reasoner.

What were some of the major news events covered by ABC News Special Report in 1972?

Some of the major news events covered by ABC News Special Report in 1972 included the Vietnam War, the Presidential Election, and the Watergate Scandal.

How did ABC News Special Report differentiate itself from other news programs?

ABC News Special Report differentiated itself from other news programs by covering breaking news events as they happened, rather than waiting for the evening news broadcast.

Was ABC News Special Report an ongoing program in 1972?

Yes, ABC News Special Report was an ongoing program in 1972, airing periodically throughout the year as breaking news occurred.

Did ABC News Special Report have a regular time slot or air date in 1972?

No, ABC News Special Report did not have a regular time slot or air date in 1972, as it aired as breaking news occurred.

Did ABC News Special Report have a regular theme song or opening sequence in 1972?

No, ABC News Special Report did not have a regular theme song or opening sequence in 1972, as it aired as breaking news occurred.

Were there any controversies surrounding ABC News Special Report in 1972?

There were no known controversies surrounding ABC News Special Report in 1972.

Was ABC News Special Report a popular news program in 1972?

Yes, ABC News Special Report was a popular news program in 1972, as it was one of the few news programs to provide breaking news coverage as it happened.

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