Prisoners of the Snow: A Special Edition of 20/20 May 22 2023 Preview

Prisoners of the Snow: A Special Edition of 20/20 Preview

ABC News Studios presents “Prisoners of the Snow,” a new two-hour documentary recounting the harrowing tale of the 1972 Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571.

In this special edition of 20/20, the episodes chronicle the fateful flight carrying a rugby team, their friends, and family as they embarked on a journey to a match in Chile. However, tragedy struck when the plane crashed in a remote, snow-covered location in the treacherous Andes Mountains. Stranded and faced with insurmountable challenges, the survivors found themselves in a desperate struggle for survival.

This extraordinary tale of resilience, courage, and the indomitable human spirit will unfold before your eyes as we delve into the unimaginable circumstances faced by the survivors. Through interviews, archival footage, and dramatic reenactments, the episode will explore their harrowing ordeal and the choices they made to endure the unimaginable.

Featuring exclusive interviews with five survivors—Nando Parrado, Roberto Canessa, Carlitos Páez Rodríguez, Eduardo Strauch, and Roy Harley—this documentary, reported by ABC News contributor Chris Connelly, unveils the captivating struggle they faced during their 72-day ordeal in the icy wilderness. Hear their chilling firsthand accounts of defying death not only in the plane crash but also in the face of avalanches and severe starvation.

On May 22, 2023, at 9:00 PM on ABC, as “Prisoners of the Snow: A Special Edition of 20/20” unravels the gripping tale of survival against all odds. Witness the strength, determination, and resilience of the human spirit as the survivors navigate through the harshest of conditions.

“Prisoners of the Snow: A Special Edition of 20/20” promises to be an emotional and unforgettable journey that will leave viewers with a profound appreciation for the triumph of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable challenges.