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[10/11/24 - 11:02 AM]
ABC Announces Haunting Halloween Programming Lineup
Highlights include a special "Halloween Spooktacular" episode of "Press Your Luck" on Sunday, October 27.

[via press release from ABC]

ABC ANNOUNCES HAUNTING HALLOWEEN PROGRAMMING LINEUP

Spellbinding New Episodes of '9-1-1,' 'Abbott Elementary,' 'AFV,' 'Dancing with the Stars,' 'Doctor Odyssey' and 'Press Your Luck' to Air This October, Streaming Next Day on Hulu

Throughout this month, ABC will air a ghostly lineup of Halloween-themed episodes and festive films, including spine-tingling new episodes of "9-1-1," "Abbott Elementary," "Dancing with the Stars" and "Doctor Odyssey," and broadcast television debuts of fan favorites "Haunted Mansion" (2023) and "Hocus Pocus 2."

The schedule is as follows:

SUNDAY, OCT. 13

7:00-8:01 p.m. EDT - America's Funniest Home Videos: "3404" (3404) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/29/23)

Boo! It's almost Halloween, and "AFV" is filling the night with witch-cackling videos including kids' funny antics while trick-or-treating, people getting scared by costumes and decorations, plus a musical tribute to birthdays.

8:01-10:30 p.m. EDT - "Haunted Mansion" (2023) - Broadcast Television Premiere

Inspired by the classic theme park attraction, "Haunted Mansion" is about a woman and her son who enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters.

10:30-11:00 p.m. EDT - Celebrity Family Feud: "Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien" (903A)

Hosted by Steve Harvey, the cast of "Haunted Mansion" including Tiffany Haddish and Justin Simien battle it out to see who will win the grand prize for their selected charities.

SUNDAY, OCT. 20

8:01-10:00 p.m. EDT - "Hocus Pocus"

A teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.

THURSDAY, OCT. 24

8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT - 9-1-1: "Masks" (805)

The 118 is once again working on the spookiest night of the year and missing out on all the tricks and treats. Meanwhile, Buck's Halloween decorations become a little scarier than he had hoped.

9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT - Doctor Odyssey: "Halloween Week" (105)

It's Halloween on The Odyssey, featuring a high-stakes costume contest; but when a zombie-like illness plagues select passengers, the festivities take a dark turn. Meanwhile, Avery and Max embark on a rescue mission.

SUNDAY, OCT. 27

7:00-8:01 p.m. EDT - AFV: "3504" (3504)

It's the spooktacular Halloween episode, where folks are surprised by creepy decorations, enjoy laughs over amusing costumes, and celebrate the clumsiness of the season.

8:01-10:00 p.m. EDT - "Hocus Pocus 2" - Broadcast Television Premiere

A haunting sequel to the Halloween classic which brings back the delightfully wicked Sanderson sisters for more comedic mayhem.

10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT - Press Your Luck: "Halloween Spooktacular" (607)

It's time for the WHAMMY to deliver a few more tricks than treats as host Elizabeth Banks and the contestants scare up some big bucks.

TUESDAY, OCT. 29

8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT - Dancing with the Stars: "Halloween Nightmares" (3307)

The remaining couples get into the Halloween spirit with hair-raising transformations and spine-tingling routines for a night of fright and fun.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 30

9:30-10:02 p.m. EDT - Abbott Elementary: "Costume Contest" (404)

It's Halloween at Abbott Elementary! Janine and Gregory proudly show off their couple's costume, but it fails to translate. Meanwhile, Barbara faces pushback from parents concerned about hygiene and her beloved apple-bobbing tradition.

THURSDAY, OCT. 31

Daytime (Check Local Listings) - Live with Kelly and Mark

"Live with Kelly and Mark's" fan-favorite, hilarious annual Halloween special highlights the biggest pop-culture moments, features tons of fun costumes, hilarious skits, surprises and more!

8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT - Press Your Luck: "Halloween Spooktacular" (607) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/27/24)

It's time for the WHAMMY to deliver a few more tricks than treats as host Elizabeth Banks and the contestants scare up some big bucks.

10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT - Doctor Odyssey: "Halloween Week" (105) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/24/24)

It's Halloween on The Odyssey, featuring a high-stakes costume contest; but when a zombie-like illness plagues select passengers, the festivities take a dark turn. Meanwhile, Avery and Max embark on a rescue mission.

About ABC Entertainment   

ABC Entertainment's captivating programming includes "Grey's Anatomy," the longest-running medical drama in primetime television; ratings juggernaut "The Bachelor" franchise, including the newest hit spinoff "The Golden Bachelor"; riveting dramas "9-1-1," "Doctor Odyssey," "The Rookie" and "Will Trent"; trailblazing comedies "Abbott Elementary," "The Conners" and the upcoming "Shifting Gears"; star-making sensation "American Idol"; family favorites including "America's Funniest Home Videos," "Dancing with the Stars" and "Shark Tank"; popular game shows, including "Celebrity Family Feud," "Celebrity Jeopardy!," "Celebrity Wheel of Fortune" and "Press Your Luck"; "General Hospital," which just marked its milestone 60th season; and late-night talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live"; as well as critically acclaimed specials and live events including "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest" and "The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony." The network is also home to some of television's most prestigious awards shows, including "The CMA Awards" and "The Oscars(R)."    

ABC programming also streams next day on Hulu.  





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· 9-1-1 (ABC)
· ABBOTT ELEMENTARY (ABC)
· AMERICA'S FUNNIEST HOME VIDEOS (ABC)
· CELEBRITY FAMILY FEUD (ABC)
· DANCING WITH THE STARS (ABC)
· DOCTOR ODYSSEY (ABC)
· LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK (SYNDICATION)
· PRESS YOUR LUCK (ABC)





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