Dr. Phil - Season 20 - Murder in the Suburbs: Inside the SUV

20x1 - Murder in Mexico?

September 13, 2021

Authorities in Cancun, Mexico, say vacationer Elijah Snow's death was an accident, but in an exclusive interview, wife Jamie reveals the evidence she says suggests he was brutally killed.

20x2 - The Untold Story of "Dirty John" Meehan's First Wife

September 14, 2021

Tonia Bales (podcast "The First Wife: John Meehan's Reign of Terror") is joined by his second wife, Debra Newell (book "Surviving Dirty John: My True Story of Love, Lies and Murder") and daughter Terra Newell, who fatally stabbed him in self-defense.

20x3 - In Love or in Denial?

September 15, 2021

Fran says she's in love with a man she has never met and hopes to prove to everyone that not only is their love real, but he is real too; her siblings say he is only in the "relationship" for the money -- Fran has sent him over ,000.

20x4 - My Husband's Cheating Went Viral

September 16, 2021

When Jenaye posted an emotional video online about uncovering husband James' infidelity, she never imagined it would go viral; he says he is willing to do anything to avoid losing his family; his former hairstylist creates more drama.

20x5 - The Husband, the Wife and the Mistress

September 17, 2021

Jenaye meets the woman with whom her husband, James, cheated on their fifth wedding anniversary; Chelsey says she believes she has done nothing wrong -- and that she, too, is a victim.

20x6 - Missing "Van Life" Woman's Father Speaks Out

September 20, 2021

In July 2021, 22-year-old Gabby Petito set off from Florida on a cross-country van trip with her fiancé, but two months later, he returned alone; her desperate father pleads for answers about the missing young woman.

20x7 - Beauty and the Boxer

September 21, 2021

Brian "The Bull" Barbosa, two-time Interim World Middleweight boxing champion, admits there is something seriously wrong with his brain; Dr. Phil reveals the results of a state-of-the-art brain scan he set up for Brian to take.

20x8 - "Van Life" to Vanished: Inside Gabby Petito's Disappearance and Death

September 22, 2021

What 22-year-old "van life" blogger Gabby Petito's final videos reveal about what might have happened to her; police release body cam footage of distraught Gabby crying about an altercation with her fiancé in the days before she disappeared.

20x9 - Battles of a Bulimic Cook

September 23, 2021

Josh wrote to Dr. Phil desperate for help to save his brother, Dustin’s, life. Josh says after years of battling addiction, there’s one thing that his little brother just cannot quit, and that’s his bulimia. His mom, Melissa, says she’s a registered nurse but cannot save her own son. Dustin says he’s tried everything to recover from his eating disorder, but nothing has worked.

20x10 - Flightmares

September 24, 2021

Dr. Phil meets airline passengers who filmed what became viral videos of physical altercations, verbal abuse and "entitled" behavior; two people who were kicked off their flights blame their flight attendant's "abuse of power."

20x11 - "Post Malone" Love Story or Scam?

September 27, 2021

Megan and Brandy say their 69-year-old grandmother, Gail, is being catfished by a scammer posing as musical artist Post Malone, and they are worried for her safety and mental health; Gail wants to prove that the relationship is real.

20x12 - My Boyfriend Is Stalking Me!

September 28, 2021

Sabrina says she has a relentless, obsessed stalker who monitors her every move -- her boyfriend of six years, Harold; he says he has no choice but to stalk her because she's become "untrustworthy" ever since her "Brazilian butt lift" surgery.

20x13 - My Mother, the Ex-Madam

September 29, 2021

Emily says her childhood was full of dysfunction because her mother, Linda, lived a double life as a suburban housewife and a drug-addicted "madam" who oversaw two brothels that serviced rich and powerful men.

20x14 - Mexico Plastic Surgery Meltdown

September 30, 2021

Samantha says her mini gastric bypass surgery in Tijuana went terribly wrong, and when she wanted to leave the hospital, her husband, Josh, stood by and would not help her leave -- and now her fears are tearing apart her already fractured family.

20x15 - Old, Bold, and Breaking the Mold

October 1, 2021

Former guest Lydia, 80, aka "Glamma," meets three wealthy eligible bachelors, who each take her on a date; Annie, 82, is a social media influencer with more than 250,000 followers; Ernestine, an 85-year-old bodybuilder, trains clients half her age.

20x16 - Come Clean to Get Clean

October 4, 2021

Kelli, 32, says she has been to multiple drug and alcohol detox and rehab centers but can't stay clean; her mother says it's because Kelli refuses to face her traumas, and they are keeping her stuck in her addictions.

20x17 - Gabby Petito's Family Speaks Out

October 5, 2021

Gabby Petito's parents are all interviewed together for the first time since the 22-year-old "Van Life" vlogger's body was discovered in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, as the manhunt for her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, continues.

20x18 - Gabby's Parents Come Together

October 6, 2021

Gabby Petito's parents tell where they believe Brian Laundrie may be hiding and what they hope happens to him if he was involved in Gabby's death; their reaction to the latest developments in their daughter's case.

20x19 - Last Ditch Attempt to Save My Daughter

October 7, 2021

Dr. Phil welcomes back previous guest Heather and her daughter, Marissa, who is rebelling in dangerous ways, and reads a chilling text exchange in which Marissa says she has attempted to kill her mother.

20x20 - Broken Ties and Financial Lies

October 8, 2021

Susan says her daughter, Emma, has always had a troubled life of drugs and abuse and that things took a turn for the worse when Emma's fiancé died of an overdose, leaving her alone with her two children.

20x21 - Murder in the Suburbs Part 1

October 11, 2021

On an early June morning in 2007, 32-year-old Chris Vaughn was found limping away from his SUV with two non-fatal gunshot wounds. His children, 12-year-old Abigayle, 11-year-old Cassandra, and 8-year-old Blake, were found dead, seated together in the rear passenger seat, each shot twice. The body of Chris’ wife, Kimberly, was in the front passenger seat, slumped over the center console with a single contact gunshot wound under her chin. Chris’ handgun was found on the floorboard near her feet. Five years later, a jury convicted Chris of murdering his family, and he is now serving four life sentences. Chris’ parents, Gail and Pierre, sit down for their first television interview with Dr. Phil to tell him why they believe their son is innocent.

20x23 - My Little 9-Year-Old Terror

October 13, 2021

Michelle says her 9-year-old son, Raymond, has screamed, cursed, and punched others since the age of 3 -- and even recently gave his grandmother a black eye! Michelle says she’s exhausted spending so much time trying to keep up with Raymond’s latest diagnoses and trying new medications that doctors prescribe for him. But Michelle’s family members say they want to know if Raymond’s issues are real or if he’s just choosing to act out? Certified Behavioral Analyst Megan St. Clair and Child and Family Psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy work with Raymond and his family and weigh in on the possibilities with Dr. Phil.

20x24 - Stop My Brother's Idiocy

October 14, 2021

Carlea wrote into the show desperate for Dr. Phil’s help because she claims her brother, Jay, is an egotistical,untruthful narcissist who physically abused the mother of his child, Cassie. Carlea says her nephew, Ky, deserves better, and Jay needs to be Ky’s father 100 percent of the time; not after the next girl, the next party, or the next group of what she calls “idiots” he wants to associate with. Jay and Cassie both agree they do not know how to co-parent, and the only one they trust for advice is Dr. Phil.

20x25 - Finding Andrea

October 15, 2021

On August 13, 2019, 37-year-old Andrea Knabel, an outgoing and devoted mother of two who volunteered for a group that helps find missing people, disappeared; it turns out that Andrea was hiding several secrets about her risky behavior.

20x26 - Mom, Divorce Your Husband Now!

October 18, 2021

Keira says that when she was 15, her mother, Karen, chose to move across the state to be with her husband, James, leaving her behind and forcing her into foster care; a few years ago he called her a racial slur, and her mother still chose his side.

20x27 - Will Karen Choose Her Husband or Her Daughter?

October 19, 2021

Keira and her stepfather, James, face off after discussing an argument they had two years ago that led to James calling Keira a racial slur; James also admits to hitting Keira when she was a child; Keira's mother returns to the stage without her.

20x28 - Social Media Challenge Got My Teen Expelled

October 20, 2021

Heather's son, Trenton, 14, was expelled from school for four months after he was caught on camera destroying school property and stealing a sign; she and her fiancé, Michael, say Trenton's behavior has started to tear apart their relationship.

20x29 - Shaming and Blaming

October 21, 2021

Fallon was rejected by a party bus heading to a nightclub because of her appearance; a video went viral after Korisa fell into an icy lake; Eric wants Taylor to work out with him and eat healthier; rock star Nikki Sixx (memoir "The First 21").

20x30 - Getting Richard Glossip Off Death Row

October 22, 2021

Dr. Phil interviews death row inmate Richard Glossip, 58, who says he was wrongfully accused of the murder of Barry Van Treese in January 1997; CEO of Lava Media and the founding member of The Innocence Project, Jason Flom.

20x31 - Is My Fiancée Cheating With the Mailman?

October 25, 2021

Tom says he's 100% convinced that his fiancée Teaka is cheating on him. He set up secret surveillance cameras inside their home so he can monitor her alleged infidelity. Teaka swears she's never cheated and feels like a prisoner in her own home.

20x32 - Dr. Phil Celebrating 20 Years

October 26, 2021

Dr. Phil takes a look back and celebrates 20 years of 'Dr. Phil.' He shares inspirational updates from some of his most memorable guests and finds out how many of them are doing nearly 20 years later. Also, meet some of Dr. Phil's staff.

20x33 - Dr. Phil: 20 Years Changing Lives

October 27, 2021

Dr. Phil continues looking back on the past 20 years. Updates include toddlers, what happened to a daughter who faked 10 pregnancies, a violent 12-year-old and a former all-star athlete turned heroin addict. Dr. Phil has another surprise for Robin.

20x34 - Love or Larceny: My Father's Fiancée is Fake

October 28, 2021

Brittany and her dad Charlie are concerned that he is being scammed by his fiancée, 'Stephanie' and her roommate, 'Carina.' The couple have never met in person and Charlie has given 'Stephanie' over , 000. Dr. Phil leads an investigation.

20x35 - Charlie Meets His 'Fiancée' Face-to-Face

October 29, 2021

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Brittany, who claims her dad is being scammed by his online fiancée. Charlie still hopes to get married when they meet in person. Charlie finally meets the real women in the photos face-to-face.

20x36 - 68-Pound Anorexic Nutrition Counselor

November 1, 2021

Danielle is a 34-year old who says she first began starving herself at age 14. Now weighing only 68 pounds and admitting she posed as a nutritionist online, Danielle's friends and mother seek out help from Dr. Phil and his team.

20x37 - Is Our Mom's 'Fiancé' a Con-Artist?

November 2, 2021

Sandi says she will soon be flying to Nigeria to marry her 22-year-old fiancé, Peter – but her three daughters say not if they can stop her. Sandi’s daughters say she is being scammed for either money or a Green Card.

20x38 - The Truth Behind Sandi's Fiancé: Revealed

November 3, 2021

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Sandi and her three daughters, discussing Sandi’s online relationship, which the daughters believe is a scam. This is a 'catfish' story like no other - and 'Peter' talks to the team.

20x39 - Publicly Shamed by 'The Cart Narcs'

November 4, 2021

Dr. Phil welcomes controversial YouTuber 'Agent Sebastian,' who runs a page called 'Cart Narcs.' He posts hundreds of explosive videos of him apprehending shoppers in parking lots who do not return their shopping carts.

20x40 - Exclusive: 'Queen of the Con'

November 5, 2021

Dr. Phil meets victims who claim they were manipulated out of thousands of dollars by a woman named Mair Smyth, who has been accused of posing as an Irish heiress, a psychologist, a life coach, a mortgage broker, and even a cancer patient.

20x41 - Quadruplets: House of Chaos!

November 8, 2021

Christine says her divorce from Tom 14 years ago affected all of the children, including her quadruplets. While she says Tom was abusive, he denies it, saying the kids are out of control; meanwhile, the kids say Tom is too controlling.

20x42 - Quadruplets Face Off

November 9, 2021

Christine, Tom and the quadruplets continue speaking with Dr. Phil as he tries to determine the truth. Plus, award-winning author Mitch Albom joins Dr. Phil for a touching segment about spirituality, life and loss.

20x43 - Cold Case: Did Love Triangle Lead to Hero Cop's Murder?

November 10, 2021

Undercover Detective Dennis Wustenhoff lived in Long Island with his wife and three children when he was murdered by a bomb planted under his unmarked police car. Police suspected he was targeted and killed, but now his family says they know the truth.

20x44 - The Disappearance of Summer Wells

November 11, 2021

Don and Candus Wells join Dr. Phil to speak about their daughter, 5-year-old Summer, who went missing on June 15, 2021. The couple agrees to sit down with body language experts who worked with the FBI and military.

20x45 - Summer Wells Disappearance: What Do the Parents Know?

November 12, 2021

In their first national television interview, Don and Candus Wells speak about their missing five-year-old daughter, Summer. The couple thought reaching out the public would help, but they became of cyberbullying and accusations.

20x46 - Locked in the Attic or Lying?

November 15, 2021

Ariyanna claims that while her mother, Cornelia, was there for her financially, she locked her in the attic, abandoned her, and even resorted to waterboarding. Cornelia says Ariyanna is lying about some of her allegations and exaggerating about others.

20x47 - Talk to Dr. Phil or We're Done!

November 16, 2021

Nancy is dating 'Shaun' online, but her son and his wife believe she's being scammed. After refusing to appear on Dr. Phil last season, Nancy's family has finally convinced her to talk with him and his staff about the man she's never even seen a photo of.

20x48 - Catfish Controversy: A Mom and Son Face Off!

November 17, 2021

Nancy and her son speak face-to-face for the first time in over a year, and he's been a keeping a secret about the online lover she remains adamant exists. Plus, Dr. Phil's previous guests who relate to Nancy give updates on their lives.

20x49 - Trampled and Traumatized: Astroworld Aftermath

November 18, 2021

Inside the madness of Astroworld, Travis Scott's Houston festival, a mass casualty event leaving people dead, children clinging to life and attendees traumatized. Attendees reveal the horror they saw and families file lawsuits.

20x50 - Fractured Family Fall Out!

November 19, 2021

Cassie says the stress of raising four children, including her 15-year-old daughter, Brinley, is making her physically ill. She claims Brinley is constantly smoking pot, vaping, and running away.

20x51 - Cassie's Choice: Husband or Children?

November 22, 2021

Cassie insists her teen daughter’s behavior is the root cause of her family’s dysfunction, despite her husband, Jonah, being addicted to drugs and alcohol and endangering their children. Dr. Phil presents Cassie with a difficult choice: pick your children or your husband. Cassie’s mother, Sandy, also joins and says she believes her granddaughter’s behavior will never improve until her parents get their act together. What will Cassie decide?

20x52 - We Deserve Our Kids Back, Why Won't CPS Agree?

November 23, 2021

Jessica and Ian’s two children were removed from their custody over a year-and-a-half ago. The parents insist they’ve done everything required to get custody back -- but is that true? Ian’s mother, Pamela, says the one thing they should do is end their toxic relationship. Ian’s brother Jeremy says Ian’s unstable lifestyle only makes matters worse. Is everyone in this family ready to get real with Dr. Phil?

20x53 - Marriage on Hiatus

November 24, 2021

Whoever said being in a long-term relationship was easy? If you’re wishing you were married, thinking about getting married, or are married, you won’t want to miss this episode. After 21 years of marriage, Paula says she’s thinking about divorcing her husband, Jeremy, because, in her words, he’s “clueless, absent, and non-verbal.” But Jeremy says the real problem is Paula. He says not only is Paula controlling, but she’s a grudge-holder, too, and won’t move on from a mistake he made almost 10 years ago. Find out the mistake Jeremy made, and Dr. Phil gets to the bottom of why Paula is so controlling. Plus, Dr. Phil and Robin share the secret to their 45-year marriage.

20x54 - 19 Years Lost: I Am Innocent

November 26, 2021

On April 16, 2001, two lives were forever changed. One, a man gunned down in cold blood, and the other, a teenage girl named Kiera, who was convicted of his murder and sentenced to 60 years to life in prison. After serving over 19 years in prison, Kiera was released early and has continued to claim she is innocent and was falsely incarcerated. Today, Dr. Phil exams Kiera’s case and speaks with her lawyers, who call Kiera’s conviction “the starkest miscarriage of justice” they have ever seen. Dr. Phil looks at all the evidence Kiera and her attorneys claim is proof that she had nothing to do with this horrendous crime. Plus, hear from Kiera’s high school teacher who testified that Kiera was in her classroom at the very same time the murder took place. But that’s not all, also hear from a key witness for the prosecution -- has he now changed his story?

20x55 - From Businessman to 'Cowboy TYGG'

November 29, 2021

Jessica says her once successful Uncle Ed had a long-standing career in the aerospace industry but lost everything in just six months. She says he left his home, marriage, children, and job and began street performing and preaching as 'Cowboy Tygg.'

20x56 - Missing and Murdered in Montana

November 30, 2021

Former criminal prosecutor Loni Coombs, tribal filmmaker Rain, and Representative Greg Stanton of Arizona tackle the nationwide epidemic of missing Indigenous women with Dr. Phil.

20x57 - Bullied by My Monster Children!

December 1, 2021

BillieSue admits she enabled her now adult children, Alex and Hana, so badly that it's akin to child abuse. She says her enabling turned them into hateful, disrespectful menaces to society.

20x58 - License to Steal: The Shoplifting Crisis

December 2, 2021

Dr. Phil devotes his platform to the current shoplifting crisis that is sweeping the nation, an epidemic that, according to experts, is costing the retail industry over 45 billion dollars a year.

20x59 - Good Children, Bad Choices!

December 3, 2021

Today, meet two young adults who desperately need Dr. Phil's advice. Patriece and Eric say their son, Erin, is ready to drop out of college to pursue his dream of becoming the next big social media star.

20x60 - Our Brother Killed Our Father and Saved Our Lives

December 6, 2021

On the night of July 25, 2003, Christopher Bennett, 18, broke into his stepfather's home and claims he caught him molesting his younger sister, Viccy. Chris shot Vincent in the head and confessed to the killing.

20x61 - Missing Mom: Where Is Lauren Dumolo

December 7, 2021

Lauren Dumolo, a young mother, disappeared over a year-and-a-half ago. She seemingly vanished into thin air. Theories and questions continue to mount as her last known whereabouts do not add up.

20x62 - To Catch an Online Child Predator

December 8, 2021

The pandemic made it easier for online predators to prey on children stuck at home. Dr. Phil speaks with parents who have experienced the dark side of the internet.

20x63 - Knock Knock ... It's Dr. Phil and Robin!/ Phanatics' Biggest Questions

December 9, 2021

Dr. Phil launched a private 'Phanatics' Facebook group last season, where superfans gain exclusive access to news, content and a 'Dr. Phil' community. Today, members of Dr. Phil's 'Phanatics' group discuss common problems and real solutions.

20x64 - How Far Is 'Too Far?'

December 10, 2021

Nowadays, social media rules the world, and this decade has proven to be more 'untraditional' and 'mold-breaking' than ever before. Dr. Phil meets three different people whose quest for fame and fortune not only went viral but also made national news.

20x65 - Tragic School Shootings: Who Is to Blame?

December 13, 2021

On November 30, 2021, it is alleged that 15-year-old Ethan Crumbley opened fire at Oxford High School in suburban Detroit, killing four students and injuring seven others. It is the deadliest U.S. school shooting on a K-12 campus since May 2018.

20x66 - My Teen Is So Bad, I Called DCFS on Myself!

December 14, 2021

Marie is a life coach but says she can't seem to find a plan that works for her 15-year-old daughter, Willow. Marie wrote to Dr. Phil desperate for his advice because she says her daughter is causing too much chaos in her life.

20x67 - A Desperate Housewife Returns: Can Mom and Daughter Make Amends

December 15, 2021

Holly first appeared on Dr. Phil in 2004 where she revealed that she was hiding an alcohol addiction. It's been 17 years, and Holly is still sober but now her tumultuous relationship with her teen daughter, Ella.

20x68 - The Great Resignation: Do Quitters Ever Win?

December 16, 2021

As over 30 million Americans quit their jobs this year, Dr. Phil welcomes guests from very different backgrounds to discuss 'The Great Resignation' and the phenomenon of 'Rage Quitting.'

20x69 - From Bowling Alley Owner to Being Scammed Out of ,000

December 17, 2021

Lori received a phone call claiming she was eligible for thousands of dollars in federal grant money. Lori said she needed to send thousands in gift cards to someone claiming to be a federal grant officer before she could receive her lucky payday.

20x70 - Dr. Phil and Robin Gave Me a New Lease on Life!

December 20, 2021

In 2019, there were reportedly 17 million cancer survivors in the US, and in 2020, 1.8 million new cases of cancer were diagnosed. Today, Dr. Phil meets a woman who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer but strives to maintain a positive outlook on life – and says she is Dr. Phil’s biggest fan! Additionally, Dr. Phil meets another woman who has been cancer free for five years but says she still fears the future. Both women say cancer has impacted the way they view themselves and would love Dr. Phil and Robin’s help improving their self-confidence. But, what Dr. Phil and Robin have in store might be more than they imagine – including a live performance by multi-platinum singer/songwriter Andy Grammer! Tune in for an episode of inspiration and surprises. Plus, Dr. Phil sits down with the pastor of America’s largest church, Joel Osteen, to discuss his latest book.

20x71 - Painfully Ill: Can Monica Be Saved?

January 3, 2022

Monica's life consists of lying in bed, unable to eat solid food due to C-diff. Her mother, Stephanie, says taking care of Monica has become a full-time job, and gets accused of enabling her.

20x72 - My Daughter-in-law Is a Witch and Turned My Son Against Me

January 4, 2022

Tammy and Mark say they haven't spoken with their son, Cory, in more than a year, because his wife, Katrina, is manipulative, mentally ill, and a Wiccan; Cory denies he's being controlled or brainwashed by Katrina.