Fox Specials (2000)

Last Updated: 10 December 2000

Breaking the Magician's Code 3: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed

ID SP-9855
Date 1 Jan 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary The Masked Magician reveals the legerdemain and tricks behind illusions, including the disappearing tank; host Mitch Pileggi.

Breaking the Magician's Code: Magics Biggest Illusions Revealed 4

ID SP-9920
Date 1 Jan 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Masked Magician reveals the magic behind the illusions: elephant is cut in half; dangling over flaming spikes; escaping the guillotine.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcom Scandals 2

ID SP-0027
Date 5 Jan 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Stars of ``Diff'rent Strokes'' and ``Gilligan's Island'' reveal controversies about the series; guests Todd Bridges, Gary Coleman, Bob Denver, Russell Johnson, Tina Louise, Dawn Wells and Sherwood Schwartz. CC, Stereo.

Getting a Ticket in America

ID SP-0030
Date 6 Jan 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Video footage reveals actual traffic stops, including stories people tell to get out of a ticket. CC, Stereo.

The Life and Trials of Ally McBeal

ID SP-9924
Date 17 Jan 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Clips and interviews review the series' high points. CC, Stereo, Rerun.

Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction?

ID BEY-305
Date 21 Jan 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary A medical misdiagnosis from the 1800s could change history; a father's gift saves his family's life; a man's dream comes true; mannequins take revenge on an employee; host Jonathan Frakes; guest Kent McCord. CC, Stereo.

The Road to Fame

ID SP-9937
Date 27 Jan 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Early clips show Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jim Carrey, Calista Flockhart, Alanis Morissette, Tiger Woods, Jerry Springer, Jerry Seinfeld, Dylan McDermott, Michael Douglas, Garth Brooks and Chris Rock. CC, Stereo, Rerun.

State of the Union

ID SP-0036
Date 27 Jan 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:30
Summary President Clinton addresses Congress; a Republican response may follow. CC, Stereo.

On Thin Ice: The Dark Side of Skating

ID SP-0037
Date 2 Feb 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Interviews and special footage reveal the stories behind the quest to become a successful figure skater. CC.

Horse Racing: Donn Handicap

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Date 5 Feb 00
Time ?
Length 1:00
Summary From Hallandale, Fla. Live.

Banned in America: World's Sexiest Commercials 2

ID SP-0039
Date 8 Feb 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Carmen Electra presents provocative commercials, previously unseen in the United States.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcom Scandals 3

ID SP-0042
Date 9 Feb 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Stars of ``Happy Days,'' ``The Love Boat'' and ``M*A*S*H'' reveal controversies about the series; guests Bernie Kopell, Fred Grandy, Ted Lange, Gavin MacLeod, Lauren Tewes, Mike Farrell, Gary Burghoff, Larry Linville, Wayne Rogers and Loretta Swit. CC, Stereo.

Who Wants to Marry a Multimillionaire?

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Date 15 Feb 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary A real-life multimillionaire chooses his bride from 50 contestants; host Jay Thomas; with Miss America 1993 Leanza Cornett. CC, Stereo.

Getting Away with Murder: The JonBenet Ramsey Story

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Date 16 Feb 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Reporters and detectives use facts of the case to piece together three possible scenarios of the killing of the little girl. CC, Stereo.

Banned in America: The World's Sexiest Television

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Date 22 Feb 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary International television shows contain risque scenes.

Robbie Knievel Head on Train Jump Live

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Date 23 Feb 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary The daredevil performs two stunts, including a jump over a speeding locomotive.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcoms

ID SP-0044
Date 29 Feb 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary A new Masked Magician examines legerdemain performed without equipment.

Secrets of Street Magicians Finally Revealed

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Date 23 Feb 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Stars from ``The Jeffersons'' and ``One Day at a Time'' reveal controversies; with Sherman Hemsley, Isabel Sanford, Marla Gibbs, Ned Wertimer, Franklin Cover, Mackenzie Phillips, Bonnie Franklin, Pat Harrington, Michael Lembeck and Alan Rafkin.

TV Guide Awards

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Date 5 Mar 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Readers' votes determine television favorites.

The 14th Annual American Comedy Awards

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Date 23 Mar 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Steve Martin receives the Career Achievement Award; with Frankie Muniz, Christopher Masterson, Justin Berfield, Erik Per Sullivan, Jenna Elfman, Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson; at the Shrine Exposition Center in Los Angeles.

TV's Funniest Game Show Moments

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Date 29 Mar 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Richard Dawson presents unscripted moments from various game shows; ``The Newlywed Game''; ``The Dating Game''; ``Let's Make a Deal''; ``Hollywood Squares.''

The 31st Annual NAACP Image Awards

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Date 6 Apr 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary At the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California, Steven Spielberg receives the Vanguard Award for promoting social justice through creative endeavors; the Image Awards Hall of Fame inducts Smokey Robinson; Halle Berry is honored; host Diana Ross.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcom Scandals 2

ID SP-0027
Date 12 Apr 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Stars of ``Diff'rent Strokes'' and ``Gilligan's Island'' reveal controversies about the series; guests Todd Bridges, Gary Coleman, Bob Denver, Russell Johnson, Tina Louise, Dawn Wells and Sherwood Schwartz. Rerun.

Ghosts: The Best Evidence Ever Cauge on Tape

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Date 27 Apr 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Film shows ghostly phenomena.

UFOs: The Best Evidence Caught on Tape 2

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Date 29 Apr 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Witnesses, researchers and imaging experts analyze video/film clips.

TV's Funniest Game Show Moments

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Date 4 May 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Richard Dawson presents unscripted moments from various game shows; ``The Newlywed Game''; ``The Dating Game''; ``Let's Make a Deal''; ``Hollywood Squares.'' Rerun.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcom Scandals 5

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Date 4 May 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
``Welcome Back Kotter,'' ``Roseanne'' and ``The Facts of Life.''

Battle of the Child Geniuses: Who is the Smartest Kid in America?

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Date 9 May 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Talented and accomplished young people of the nation compete; host Dick Clark.

Beverly Hills, 90210: The Final Goodbye

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Date 10 May 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Cast members share memories, anecdotes and unforgettable scenes; with many original cast members.

Powers of the Paranormal: Live on Stage!

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Date 11 May 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary A studio audience observes experts in hypnosis, remote viewing, X-ray psychic vision, telekinesis, past-life regression, mind-reading, channeling and seances.

Unauthorized: The Brady Bunch, the Final Days

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Date 16 May 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary A dramatization focuses on interpersonal conflicts.

After Diff'rent Strokes: When the Laughter Stopped

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Date 16 May 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary A dramatization focuses on the young stars' lives after the series.

Opening the Tombs of the Golden Mummies: Live!

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Date 23 May 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Excavations in Egypt's Valley of the Golden Mummies open a king's untouched tomb; host Hugh Downs; special narration by Samuel L. Jackson.

Essence Awards 2000

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Date 25 May 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Honorees include Michael Jordan, Danny Glover, the Rev. W.C. Martin and his wife Donna Martin, Mayor Emma R. Greshman and Drs. George Jenkins, Rameck Hunt and Sampson Davis; at Radio City Music Hall in New York; hosts Bill Cosby and Oprah Winfrey.

A Supernatural Evening with Santana

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Date 31 May 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary The guitarist performs with guests Lauryn Hill and Cee-Lo, Rob Thomas, Dave Matthews, Product G&B, Sarah McLachlan and Everlast.

Britney in Hawaii

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Date 7 Jun 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary The singer performs with guests Destiny's Child and Joe.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcoms

ID SP-0044
Date 14 Jun 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary A new Masked Magician examines legerdemain performed without equipment.

The Sixth Annual Blockbuster Entertainment Awards

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Date 20 Jun 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Viewers determine movie actors, home videos and music to be honored; with Billy Crystal, Drew Barrymore, Enrique Iglesias, Johnny Depp, Lisa Kudrow, Kid Rock, 98 Degrees, David Arquette, Tom Green and Salma Hayek.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcoms 2

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Date 21 Jun 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Stars of ``Diff'rent Strokes'' and ``Gilligan's Island'' reveal controversies about the series; guests Todd Bridges, Gary Coleman, Bob Denver, Russell Johnson, Tina Louise, Dawn Wells and Sherwood Schwartz.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Sitcoms 3

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Date 28 Jun 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary

Incredible Animal Rescues

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Date 28 Jun 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary

X-Men the Mutant Watch

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Date 11 Jul 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 0:30
Summary Exclusive footage and interviews explore the making of the ``X-Men'' theatrical movie.

Getting Away with Murder: The JonBenet Ramsey Story

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Date 21 Jul 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Reporters and detectives use facts of the case to piece together three possible scenarios of the killing of the little girl. Rerun.

Now Or Never

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Date 28 Jul 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Ordinary people have the opportunity to face their worst fears; host Jerry Springer.

The Teen Choice Awards 2000

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Date 22 Aug 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Performers are honored for their contributions to movies, television, music, sports and fashion; features BBMak, 98 Degrees, Enrique Iglesias and No Doubt; presenters include Frankie Muniz and Scott Foley.

TV's Funniest Game Show Moments

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Date 25 Aug 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Richard Dawson presents unscripted moments from various game shows; ``The Newlywed Game''; ``The Dating Game''; ``Let's Make a Deal''; ``Hollywood Squares.'' Rerun.

A Supernatural Evening with Santana

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Date 25 Aug 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary The guitarist performs with guests Lauryn Hill and Cee-Lo, Rob Thomas, Dave Matthews, Product G&B, Sarah McLachlan and Everlast. Rerun.

The Teen Choice Awards 2000

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Date 8 Sep 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Performers are honored for their contributions to movies, television, music, sports and fashion; features BBMak, 98 Degrees, Enrique Iglesias and No Doubt; presenters include Frankie Muniz and Scott Foley. Rerun.

Since You've Been Gone

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Date 11 Sep 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary A group of people, isolated from all sources of news, gossip and current events for one week, try to answer questions on the events of that week.

Music Mania 2000

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Date 15 Sep 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Concert at the Jacksonville Coliseum includes performances by Britney Spears, 'N Sync, 98 Degrees, Sisqo, Jessica Simpson, Mandy Moore, Destiny's Child, Pink, Westlife, Vitamin C, A-Teens, Don Philip, Boyz N Girls United and PYT; host Bill Bellamy. Producer(s): Bob Bain, Mike Burg, Michael LeVitt. Original Airdate: September 15, 2000.

The Sexiest Bachelor in America

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Date 2 Oct 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Single men, each representing one of the 50 states and Washington, D.C., compete for the crown in looks, style and personality at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas; hosts Caroline Rhea and Lisa Guerrero. Original Airdate: October 2, 2000.

When Cameras Cross the Line

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Date 18 Oct 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Paparazzi follow celebrities in hopes of taking valuable photographs.

TV Guide's Truth Behind the Rumors

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Date 18 Oct 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Interviews and footage reveal behind-the-scenes stories of the 1970s series ``Charlie's Angels.''

You Decide 2000

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Date 27 Oct 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Gov. George W. Bush and Vice President Al Gore address the American people.

Surprise Wedding

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Date 2 Nov 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Women propose to their boyfriends. Original Airdate: November 2, 2000.

You Decide 2000

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Date 7 Nov 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Election Coverage from The Fox News Channel.

Battle of the Child Geniuses 2: Who is the Smartest Kid in America?

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Date 9 Nov 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Talented and accomplished young people of the nation compete.

Cops: The Top 15 Moments of All Time

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Date 16 Nov 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Series highlights.

Sun Microsystems Par-3 Challenge

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Date 23 Nov 00
Time 1:30pm
Length 2:00
Summary From Carlsbad, Calif. Players include Fred Couples, Nancy Lopez, Dottie Pepper and Craig Stadler.

Britney Spears: There's No Place Like Home

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Date 30 Nov 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary The pop singer performs at the Louisiana Superdome.

The 'N Sync 'N Timate Holidy Special

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Date 30 Nov 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary The band performs in Orlando, Fla., with several new arrangements of its many hits.

The 2000 Billboard Music Awards

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Date 5 Dec 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Performers include Ricky Martin, Sisqo, 'N Sync, Faith Hill, Creed, 3 Doors Down, Mystikal. Original Airdate: December 5, 2000.

The Ultimate Auction

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Date 7 Dec 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary Auctioned items include royal jewelry, a dinosaur skeleton, the Vostok 3KA2 spacecraft, an island, a private 'N Sync concert, and a handwritten copy of ``A Visit From St. Nicholas''; Sarah Ferguson and Robert Urich are hosts.

GQ's 2000 Men of the Year Awards

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Date 9 Dec 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 2:00
Summary At the Beacon Theater in New York City; host Dennis Miller. Original Airdate: December 9, 2000.

Cinderelmo

ID SP-0031
Date 14 Dec 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary All the eligible bachelors of ``Sesame Street'' turn out for the princess's ball except for CinderElmo. CC, Stereo.

Olive, The Other Reindeer

ID SP-0034
Date 14 Dec 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Little dog Olive wants to help Santa deliver presents when Blitzen the reindeer is injured. CC, Stereo.

The First Family's Holidy Gift to America: A Personal Tour of the White House

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Date 15 Dec 00
Time 8:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary President and Mrs. William Jefferson Clinton lead a tour of the White House. Original Airdate: December 15, 2000.

Greatest Christmas Moments of All Time

ID SP-9833
Date 15 Dec 00
Time 9:00pm
Length 1:00
Summary Scenes from movies and TV shows prompt a nostalgic retrospective; host Tiffani-Amber Thiessen. Original Airdate: December 17, 1997.

Billboard's Rock 'n' Roll New Year's Eve

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Date 31 Dec 00
Time 11:00pm
Length 1:30
Summary Performers include 'N Sync, Faith Hill, Destiny's Child, Creed, Ricky Martin, the Dixie Chicks, Mystikal, 3 Doors Down. Original Airdate: December 31, 2000.

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