60 Minutes is an American television news magazine produced by CBS. First broadcast in 1968, the program is noted for its investigative reports and in-depth feature journalism and is presented as a series of distinct segments filed by a rotating team of correspondents.
Origins and format
The series was developed by producer Don Hewitt and launched in the late 1960s. Rather than following a single-anchor newscast model, the show uses several reporters who each report individual stories within a one-hour broadcast. Its storytelling approach blends interviews, on-location reporting, and documentary-style segments.
History and impact
Over decades on the air, the program became one of the longest-running television news magazines in the United States. It helped popularize in-depth television journalism and has been associated with a number of high-profile investigations and interviews. Many of its correspondents became well-known figures in broadcast journalism.
Awards and recognition
The series has received numerous industry awards for reporting and production. In February 2009, TV Guide placed 60 Minutes sixth on its list of the "50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time."