ABC News Primetime Special on Historic First-Ever American Election

ABC News recently announced a must-watch primetime special on the historic election of the first American pope. The special, “The American Pope: Leo XIV – A Special Edition of 20/20,” will be led by David Muir from Rome. You can catch this exciting one-hour special on ABC on Friday, May 9th at 9:01 p.m. EDT. And if you miss it, don’t worry – it will be streaming the next day on ABC News Live, Disney+, and Hulu.

This captivating program will take you behind the scenes to the heart of the Vatican City, exploring the mystery of the conclave and the Sistine Chapel, where the new pope resides. We’ll delve into the life of the man who is now our pope and ponder the direction the church may take under his leadership.

Joining David Muir will be a fantastic team of ABC News correspondents reporting from various locations across the globe. From Rome, Linsey Davis, Terry Moran, and James Longman will provide insights, while Deborah Roberts will report from Philadelphia and Matt Rivers will take us to Peru to introduce the former cardinal who will now lead the Catholic Church and its 1.4 billion followers worldwide.

The special will offer a profound look into Pope Leo XIV’s journey to the papacy, from his childhood in Chicago to his missionary work in Peru, his recent cardinal appointment by Pope Francis, and now, his historic election as supreme pontiff.

We’ll also hear personal stories from those who know him best, including his brothers who share how he was called to the priesthood from a young age. Additional reactions from around the world will be featured, giving viewers a broad perspective on this momentous occasion for the Catholic Church.

Don’t miss this extraordinary event, where discussions led by David Muir will shape revealing reflections together with contributors Father James Martin and Father John Wauck. The legacy of the newly elected pope at this crucial juncture for the Catholic Church will be explored in depth.

“The American Pope: Leo XIV – A Special Edition of 20/20” is in good hands, executive produced by Janice Johnston and Muriel Pearson. With ABC News’ history of over 45 years as a leader in long-form newsmagazines, you can expect nothing less than an unforgettable and insightful program.