Nightline
Nightline, or ABC News Nightline, is a late-night news program that is broadcast by ABC in the United States, and has a franchised formula to other networks and stations elsewhere in the world. Created by Roone Arledge, the program featured Ted Koppel as its main anchor from March 1980 until his retirement from the program in November 2005. Nightline airs weeknights at 12:37 a.m. Eastern Time, after Jimmy Kimmel Live!. It previously ran for 31 minutes, but in 2011, the program was reduced to 25 minutes. When the program moved to 12:37 a.m. ET, the program was expanded to 30 minutes. In 2002, Nightline was ranked 23rd on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.
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Plot Summary
Nightline is an American television news program that airs on ABC. It covers a wide range of news stories, often focusing on in-depth investigative journalism, feature stories, and interviews with prominent figures. The program seeks to provide context and analysis on the day's most significant events and enduring issues.
Critical Reception
As a long-running news magazine, Nightline typically receives steady, professional reviews for its journalistic integrity and its ability to tackle complex subjects. It is generally praised for its thorough reporting and the caliber of its anchors and correspondents, though its format can sometimes be seen as traditional. Audience reception is consistent with its established viewership.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for in-depth reporting and analysis.
- Features interviews with key figures and impactful storytelling.
- Maintains a consistent standard of journalistic quality.
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Awards & Accolades
Numerous Emmy Awards and other journalism awards throughout its long history.
Fun Fact
Nightline originated as a special report series in 1979 called 'The Iran Crisis: America Held Hostage' before becoming a regular program.
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