60 Minutes - Season 12 / Year 2020
Season 12 / Year 2020
Episodes
Where is Shelly, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Scientology's dirty little secret - where is the wife of the Church's ruthless leader, David Miscavige? Plus, two Aussie surfing mates in the fight of their lives to protect paradise from greedy Chinese developers.
Trick or Treatment
Tara Brown catches up with Bianca Saez, the inspiring & charming woman with the worst case of Tourette's; how our obsession with wellness is making us sick; & the child protestors wagging school to save the world.
In Too Deep, The Tall Guy, Moon Talker
How the most spectacular islands in the world are drowning; plus the high life of Australia's tallest man; and a trip to the moon with Apollo 11 astronaut, Michael Collins.
Fire fight, Windsors and Losers
All new 60 MINUTES. Tara Brown finds out what Australia can do to prevent a repeat of this summer's deadly bushfires. Plus, the latest from Buckingham palace on Harry and Meghan's daring escape, and the Aussie who predicted all the drama.
Sarah Ristevski: The Untold Story
Borce Ristevski killed his wife of 27 years, Karen, in a crime that shocked many Australians. On 60 MINUTES their only child Sarah breaks her silence about the loss of her beautiful mother and explains why she still loves her father.
Crown Unmasked, The Weinstein Trial
A 60 MINUTES special investigation: Why Australia's largest casino business continues to gamble with its future; plus, the sensational trial of Harvey Weinstein, and the woman he hired to demolish the MeToo movement.
The Principal's Principle, Know My Name
The parents who waged a vicious four-year war against the school principal, refusing to surrender, even though they've lost everything; plus, the courageous sexual assault survivor who wants the world to know her name and story.
World of Pain, Dolly's Secret, Home of Horror
Liam Bartlett investigates the world of pain caused by the coronavirus, where it started and how it might be beaten; plus the enduring Dolly Parton, 50 years at the top but still busier than ever; & more charges laid at the home of horrors.
Coronavirus: World of Pain (Update), What Would You Do?, Dirty Dealing
How far would you go to protect your family? Ben Batterham was charged with murder after a home invader he chased down, died; Plus, on the hunt for a billionaire drug dealer, one of Australia's most wanted crooks; & the Coronavirus latest.
Coronavirus: Brave New World
60 MINUTES' special COVID-19 coverage continues. As the entire world confronts defining moments, what can Australians do to lessen the health and economic impacts of Coronavirus? How to stay well and keep working.
Coronavirus Crisis: Together, Apart
60 MINUTES' special coverage of the Coronavirus crisis continues with a special live edition of the program featuring up to the minute reports from Tom Steinfort, Sarah Abo and Tara Brown.
Coronavirus: Global Crisis
Continuing coverage of the Coronavirus crisis in a special, live edition of 60 MINUTES. Why so many Australian passengers are dying on the ships of shame carrying COVID-19; plus, stopping the export of vital medical equipment to China.
Deep Impact, Man of Conviction
Time's Up, Made in China, The Vaccine Wars
Released from a Colombian jail, Cocaine Cassie tells 60 MINUTES what really happened; Why China is being sued for $6 trillion for misleading the world about the coronavirus crisis; & the bio-tech arms race for a COVID-19 vaccine.
Intensive Caring, Who's W.H.O?, End of Trade, Child's Play
For the first time, inside the most dangerous places in Australia, the COVID-19 ICUs; plus, has the World Health Organisation failed in protecting us from coronavirus; & turning 'cute' into cash, meet social media's influential mini-moguls.
Trading Blows, Bianca's Back
Trading blows! Why China is furious with Australia; How coronavirus revealed the true cost of a holiday on the high seas; The unsung heroes whose detective work flattened the COVID-19 curve; Plus, inspiring news for Tourette's girl, Bianca.
The Price of Freedom, Way Out There
Escape from the Palace, Shot in the Dark, She'll be Wright
Royal scandal: The costly and dangerous divorce that might actually be good news for three runaway princesses; Will the world ever discover a vaccine for COVID-19?; & how champion surfer Tyler Wright survived a devastating wipeout on land!
Shock Waves, Help
The loudest voices in the country – how breakfast radio stars Kyle and Jackie O turned 20 years of shock and awe into a $100 million business; plus, the brave mum who took the law into her own hands to protect herself from her ex-partner.
Love and Other Catastrophes
From love match to screaming match. On 60 MINUTES the explosive tit-for-tat allegations that doomed the footy star & lingerie model's dreams of 'happily-ever-after' lives. For the first time, both sides of this twisted tale have their say.
Mad as Hell, Jesse Jackson, Poisoned
Suspicious minds with extreme ideas. Why so many people are listening to COVID-19 conspiracy theories; Is there a peacemaker able to stop the violence in the U.S?; & the worst case of medical negligence which doomed a beautiful baby girl.
The Faceless Man
A major year-long investigation by 60 MINUTES and The Age newspaper reveals serious misconduct in high office. Nick McKenzie is the reporter.
King Hit, Top Secrets
Exposed! Australia's most notorious conman Peter Foster, busted red-handed over his most evil act yet; plus, Julian Assange's biggest secret; how he fell in love and fathered two children while hiding out in the Ecuadorian Embassy.
Foreign Interference, Madeleine, Dusty's War
What really happened to Madeleine McCann? Liz Hayes investigates the prime suspect in the little girl's abduction & the shocking new evidence against him; plus, a brave hero's battle to right the wrongs of Australian troops in Afghanistan.
Right Hand Woman, Money for Nothing
Caught! Rich socialite, Ghislaine Maxwell, the suspected wicked accomplice of teenage sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein arrested and now facing justice; & Aussies accused of cashing in on our generosity - the great bushfire recovery rip-off.
Super Splurge, R.I.P Hong Kong, Wrongs and Rights
The lockdown superannuation splurge, fast money now but an enormous cost for our future; Will Beijing's interference in Hong Kong kill the great city, and why Australians should stay away; The fight to abolish the worst law in the world.
Enemy of the State, Fire and Ice
Enemy of the state. Bashed and threatened, the Aussie student who has enraged Beijing. So why has he been abandoned by his own university? And fire and ice. The incredible new discoveries and chilling threat of the Arctic's almighty thaw.
Mary Trump, What Now?, Enemy of the State: Update
The ultimate insider: Dr Mary Trump is not only the US President's niece, she's also a clinical psychologist. She knows her Uncle Donald's secrets and wants to share them; & the real cost of fighting back from the latest coronavirus surge.
Security Breach, 'Til Depp Do Us Part, Order of the Court
Five-star stuff up. What really went on in Melbourne's quarantine hotels & how Coronavirus managed to escape back into the community; plus, sex, drugs & dirty laundry - the intimate details of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's doomed marriage.
The Experiment, Buyer Beware
Is this the cruellest experiment ever conducted? Identical twins and triplets, separated at birth so a psychiatrist could study what happened as they grew up alone; Plus, the man who says he can fix Australia's crumbling building industry.
The Red Zone, Confessions of a Cop
60 MINUTES cameras are given unparalleled access inside Melbourne's Red Zone, the dangerous frontline in the ongoing battle to beat COVID-19; plus, confessions of a cop so committed to catching killers, he had to quit the force.
Party Games, The Good Doctor, Despicable Him
A major investigation by Nick McKenzie will set alarm bells ringing through the corridors of power in Canberra; & Tara Brown's exclusive interview with the indefatigable Dr Anthony Fauci, Donald Trump's straight-talking pandemic expert.
Deep Blues, Living Hell, Katy's Smile
60 Minutes is Australia's leading current affairs program with a proud 42 year history. Liz Hayes, Tara Brown, Tom Steinfort, Liam Bartlett and Sarah Abo investigate the issues affecting Australians.
Innocence Ignored
Accused of monstrous crimes, a law-abiding family is arrested and locked up. There's only one problem – there's not a shred of credible evidence to support the police case. Tara Brown investigates an extraordinary miscarriage of justice.
The Greatest Loss
On 60 MINUTES, the medical stuff-ups killing our loved ones. It's the most important, and personal story of Liz Hayes' career but one she never wanted to tell. How a catastrophic failure of hospital care caused her own father's death.
Lady and the Trumps, The Long Haul, Urban Legend
A best friend turned vocal enemy tells all about the U.S. First Lady, Melania Trump; Why surviving COVID-19 is just the beginning of the battle for an increasing number of sufferers; and, beating the lockdown blues with legend, Keith Urban.
The Bogeyman, Angel Babies
For the first time, a brave woman tells of her incredible escape from the Claremont serial killer, as Liam Bartlett investigates why police couldn't catch the monster sooner; plus finding understanding and hope from the hurt of miscarriage.
No 2nd Prize, The Big Smoke
No prizes for coming second – Inside the bitter U.S. Presidential race, with Donald Trump and Joe Biden battling to outdo each other with insults and scandals; plus, why the smoke from the catastrophic bushfires was worse than the flames.
Anti-Social Media, Game of Thrones
The real reason vicious trolls are allowed to thrive on the internet – they're money-making machines for greedy tech-giants; plus, a royal scandal like no other – the naughty King who fathered a love child, and her battle to be a Princess.
Operation Atlantis, The Last Laugh
Tax cheats beware: Investigative reporter Nick McKenzie reveals details of the worldwide hunt for millions of dollars stashed away by Australian tax evaders; plus, is Basil Fawlty the greatest comedy creation ever? Or the most offensive?
The White Island Disaster, The Labradorables
Australian survivors explain the catastrophic moment the White Island volcano erupted and question why more lives couldn't be saved; and, meet the Labradorables.
Biden His Time, The King and Thai, Bananarama
Australian survivors explain the catastrophic moment the White Island volcano erupted and question why more lives couldn't be saved; and, meet the Labradorables.
The Final Battle, AC/DC
Terminal Hell, A Few Bad Men, McMaster Class, Game of Thrones
An Australian woman tells of her nightmare assault by officials at Qatar's international airport; Special Forces shame – soldiers accused of shocking war crime.
20/20 Hindsight
A special edition of 60 MINUTES recognises the sacrifices and applauds the efforts we've all made to combat the Coronavirus pandemic.
Law unto Themselves, Sick and Tired
Police shame: Cops who turn violent, attacking their families when they go home, while their colleagues look the other way; plus, hospitals without doctors – the deadly embarrassment of our ailing rural health system. Will it ever be fixed?
Time's up, Child's play
Released from a Colombian jail, Cocaine Cassie tells 60 MINUTES what really happened; Plus, turning 'cute' into cash, meet social media's influential mini-moguls.
Love and other catastrophes
From love match to screaming match. On 60 MINUTES the explosive tit-for-tat allegations that doomed the footy star & lingerie model's dreams of 'happily-ever-after' lives. For the first time, both sides of this twisted tale have their say.
Escape from the Palace, The Last laugh
Royal scandal: The costly and dangerous divorce that might actually be good news for three runaway princesses; plus, is Basil Fawlty the greatest comedy creation ever? Or the most offensive?
Sarah Ristevski
Borce Ristevski killed his wife of 27 years, Karen, in a crime that shocked many Australians. On 60 MINUTES their only child Sarah talks about the loss of her beautiful mother and explains why she still loves her father.
The Experiment, She'll be Wright, Urban legend
Cruelty beyond belief: Identical twins and triplets separated at birth so a psychiatrist could study what happened as they grew up alone; how surfer Tyler Wright survived a devastating wipeout on land; & beating lockdown with Keith Urban.
Innocence Ignored
Accused of monstrous crimes, a law-abiding family is arrested and locked up. There's only one problem – there's not a shred of credible evidence to support the police case. Tara Brown investigates an extraordinary miscarriage of justice.
What Would You Do? The Big Smoke, Dolly's Secret
How far would you go to protect your family? Ben Batterham was charged with murder after a home invader he chased down, died; Why the smoke from the catastrophic bushfires was worse than the flames; & the always charming Dolly Parton.
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