Bad Romance — A Special Edition of 20/20 Season 1 Episode 3 “Shot in the Dark” February 5 2024 Preview & Spoilers
Bad Romance — A Special Edition of 20/20 fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 1 Episode 3 episode titled Shot in the Dark!
Find out everything you need to know about the Shot in the Dark episode of Bad Romance — A Special Edition of 20/20, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Bad Romance — A Special Edition of 20/20 Shot in the Dark Season 1 Episode 3 Preview
“Bad Romance,” the highly acclaimed true-crime series from ABC News’ “20/20,” is set to return with its third episode titled “Shot in the Dark” on February 5, 2024. This gripping limited series has quickly earned the title of being the No. 1-rated show in its genre.
In this episode, viewers will delve into a tragic high school love story that took a sinister turn. Riley, a football player, and Emma, a cheerleader, appeared to be the quintessential high school sweethearts. Their relationship began while they were both attending high school in Knoxville, Tennessee. However, what initially seemed like a picture-perfect romance soon soured as Riley’s behavior grew increasingly possessive, and he attempted to control every aspect of Emma’s life.
When Emma finally decided to end the relationship, a series of strange and bizarre events unfolded. Emma received mysterious text messages from an unknown number, claiming that someone had kidnapped Riley. A mysterious man dressed in black appeared at Emma’s home while she was alone, and Riley’s grandfather’s gun went missing. In a shocking and chilling turn of events, Emma was shot while asleep in her own home, through the walls. The mystery of who was behind this deadly shooting becomes the central focus.
To unravel this complex and harrowing story, a sting operation involving local police is launched, uncovering not only the identity of the killer but also shocking revelations. “Shot in the Dark” features interviews with Emma’s parents, Jill and Mark Walker, as well as friends of both Emma and Riley. Police detectives and the defense and prosecuting attorneys involved in Riley’s trial provide their insights and perspectives.
Hosted by ABC News contributor and ESPN analyst Ryan Smith, “Bad Romance” has been captivating audiences every Monday night. The series not only sheds light on heart-wrenching true-crime mysteries but also presents exclusive interviews with newsmakers, in-depth investigative reports, and coverage of high-profile stories. Executive producer Janice Johnston, known for her leadership in long-form newsmagazines for over 45 years, oversees both “Bad Romance” and “20/20,” the award-winning primetime program anchored by David Muir and Deborah Roberts.
Don’t miss the next episode of “Bad Romance,” airing on Monday, February 5, from 10:01 to 11:00 p.m. EST on ABC, and available for streaming on Hulu the following day. Join the millions of viewers who have been captivated by this riveting series that unravels the dark and chilling side of love and relationships.
