20/20
True crime podcast review — 2026
"The TV newsmagazine's investigative firepower, now built for weekly podcast listening."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news
Pros
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
20/20 brings unforgettable true crime mysteries, exclusive newsmaker interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports and in-depth coverage of high-profile stories to podcast listeners throughout the week, as the official companion to the ABC News franchise.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about 20/20
What is 20/20 about?
20/20 brings unforgettable true crime mysteries, exclusive newsmaker interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports and in-depth coverage of high-profile stories to podcast listeners throughout the week, as the official companion to the ABC News franchise.
Is 20/20 worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if you want the TV franchise experience without the screen". ABC News's long-form investigative newsmagazine, adapted into a true crime-focused podcast feed.
Who is 20/20 for?
20/20 is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news.
What is the best episode of 20/20 to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
What podcasts are similar to 20/20?
If you enjoy 20/20, you might also like: A Million Other Choices, Profiler: True Crime Africa, Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, MURDERISH. See our full "Podcasts Like 20/20" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Interview with guests
- Style
- Journalistic, polished, newsmaker-driven
- Episode length
- 40-60 min
- Episodes
- Ongoing
- Country
- United States
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