Dr. Phil: Season 18
Season 18 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Dr. Phil Season 17.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 18 Progress Shield
A “Jackass” Star’s Road to Rehab: Bam’s Cry for Help
Sep 9, 2019 · 60 min
Bam Margera rose to fame as the star of the hit MTV series “Jackass,” but now, the reality star has reached out to Dr. Phil with a cry for help. In an emotional interview, Bam face
Scammed By an Imposter Posing as Miranda Lambert
Sep 10, 2019 · 60 min
Shirley wrote to Dr. Phil because her husband, Dean, thought he was in direct contact with the country singer, Miranda Lambert. Even though he later found out he’s been scammed by
Social Media Meltdown: Parenting Gone Wild
Sep 11, 2019 · 60 min
Three moms say they were livestreaming, or posting videos, for what they thought was just their private audience of social media friends -- but they say their videos have now reach
Desperate for Insta-Fame
Sep 12, 2019 · 60 min
Twenty-one-year-old Jessy says she is so consumed with finding social media fame, that she spends over 11 hours a day researching, planning, and taping outrageous, sometimes offens
Caught Between Two Brittanys
Sep 13, 2019 · 60 min
Brittany and Jeramie met in high school and have been in an on-and-off relationship for 18 years, which has led to a tumultuous co-parenting relationship. Within the past year, Jer
Did He Murder His Wife?
Sep 16, 2019 · 60 min
Robert says he was only married for 17 days when his wife was found dead in his million-dollar high rise apartment on June 30, 2018. The death was ruled an accident, but Robert now
The Wrath of My Mother Wanda
Sep 17, 2019 · 60 min
Things get a little wild with a very passionate guest named Wanda. Her daughter, Tiffany, told her mother she ruined her wedding, among many other things. But Wanda says Tiffany is
The Good, The Bad and Wanda’s Bipolar
Sep 18, 2019 · 60 min
Part two with Wanda and Tiffany gets even more heated when Tiffany’s twin brother accuses their mother, Wanda, of stealing his wife’s wedding rings. Does Wanda have the rings? And
The Disappearance of Jennifer Dulos
Sep 19, 2019 · 60 min
The mysterious disappearance of Connecticut mother of five Jennifer Dulos has captured the attention of the media. Dr. Phil is joined by a team of legal and law enforcement experts
Tragedy in the Tropics
Sep 20, 2019 · 60 min
In the past year, headline after headline has reported American tourists becoming violently ill, dying, and even being physically assaulted while vacationing in the tropics. Today,
Royal Tragedy: New Clues in Princess Diana’s Death
Sep 23, 2019 · 60 min
Princess Diana was one of the most beloved public figures in the world, and her death was a devastating loss. Now, after more than two decades, a private investigator claims he has
Dr. Phil’s 3,000th Show
Sep 24, 2019 · 60 min
After 17 seasons and nearly 20,000 guests, Dr. Phil celebrates his 3,000th episode! Dr. Phil’s studio audience is filled with some of your favorite guests from past seasons. From r
Ghosted: “Why Are My Dates Disappearing?”
Sep 25, 2019 · 60 min
Many singles these days have fallen victim to the “silent” epidemic that has been sweeping the dating world. Yep, we’re talking about “ghosting.” Ghosting is when someone you’ve be
Lavish, Luxurious, and Spoiled Rotten
Sep 26, 2019 · 60 min
Seventeen-year-old Ronald says he refuses to work and his only source of income is his $1,000 a month allowance from his mother, Tyheisah! Ronald says $1,000 is not nearly enough f
Young, 'Possessed,' and in Love
Sep 27, 2019 · 60 min
Victoria emailed Dr Phil because she says she feels there’s something demonic in her. She also believes she has passed her demons on to her boyfriend, Thomas. They both got an exor
MTV Romance on the Rocks
Sep 30, 2019 · 60 min
Angela and Nelson, stars of MTV’s dating show Ex On the Beach, say they fell in love during the filming of the reality show. But when Angela and Nelson left the beach house, they s
MTV Romance: Will Nelson Finally Come Clean?
Oct 1, 2019 · 60 min
After storming off, Angela returns to the stage for the conclusion to the battle between the Ex On the Beach costars. Nelson has some serious explaining to do after text messages r
“My Mom Calls Us ‘The Beauty and the Brainwasher’”
Oct 2, 2019 · 60 min
Elisha claims her half-sister, Kristina’s, fiancé, Troy, who is 17 years older, is controlling her, "brainwashing" her and alienating her from their family. Elisha and her stepmom,
Gen Z: Desperate to Go Viral
Oct 3, 2019 · 60 min
Dr. Phil talks to Gen Zers who all have one thing in common: They want to have more social media followers and become “relevant.” Twenty-year-old Telly Zelly says since recently dr
Killer Cop Sentenced: Victim's Family Reacts
Oct 4, 2019 · 60 min
In an exclusive interview, Dr. Phil speaks with the family of Botham Jean, who was killed by Dallas police officer Amber Guyger in September 2018. Jean’s mother and father, Allison
“No Smart Phone, No Computer, but That Doesn’t Stop My Teen’s Online Romance”
Oct 7, 2019 · 60 min
Cheryl and her husband, Danny, claim that their 17-year-old daughter, Becky, was addicted to talking to men online in video game chat rooms and that's where she met and fell in lov
“Dr. Phil, Only You Can Answer My Question”
Oct 8, 2019 · 60 min
Dr. Phil gives advice to guests navigating their careers and lives while dealing with roadblocks. First, meet 26-year-old identical twins, Allie and Lexi Kaplan, who say managing t
Family Divided: Torn Between Two Men
Oct 9, 2019 · 60 min
Betty, Kevin and Philip are involved in a love triangle -- however, Betty has been married to Philip for 29 years. Betty claims Philip allowed her to step outside the marriage beca
Rodney Reed’s Death Row Countdown: Is an Innocent Man about to Die?
Oct 10, 2019 · 60 min
Rodney Reed has spent 22 years on death row, and his execution is scheduled for November 20, 2019, but he insists he's innocent and shares with Dr. Phil the evidence he says will c
What Happened to Stacey? What The Evidence Shows
Oct 11, 2019 · 60 min
In part two of Dr. Phil’s interview with death row inmate Rodney Reed, detective Kevin Gannon and victimologist Dr. Lee Gilbertson claim they know how Stacey was killed. What does
From Star Cheerleader to Juvenile Delinquent
Oct 14, 2019 · 60 min
Sixteen-year-old Savannah insists she is just like every other teen her age, smoking marijuana, skipping school, partying with her friends, and even sexting. But Savannah’s mother,
Explosive Anger and Addiction
Oct 15, 2019 · 60 min
Kris says her 28- year-old son, Justin, is on the “fast track to the morgue”! She claims her son is a rageaholic, who has been arrested more than 10 times and has received multiple
When Social Media Turns Antisocial
Oct 16, 2019 · 60 min
Melinda and Amy claim their lives have been turned upside down by a social media influencer and political activist named Paloma, who they say has subjected them to nine months of c
“Chrisley Knows Best” Reality Star Lindsie: Allegations of Lies, Extortion and a Secret Meeting with Dad Todd
Oct 17, 2019 · 60 min
The Chrisley family rose to fame on the hit USA show Chrisley Knows Best. But on August 13, 2019, Todd and his wife, Julie Chrisley, were indicted on federal charges of tax evasion
Dying to Be Hot
Oct 18, 2019 · 60 min
Brazilian butt lifts, or BBLs as they are also known, are a growing trend -- often with dangerous results. Celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian have countless fans, fol
The Trouble with Taylor
Oct 21, 2019 · 60 min
Taylor says she drinks hard liquor every weekend until she “feels it,” and smokes weed and her e-cigarette every day -- and she says she's not going to stop. But it wasn’t her moth
Liar, Liar: Which Sister is Telling the Truth?
Oct 22, 2019 · 60 min
In a twisted sister family feud, Kayla wrote in desperate for help with her sister, Alicia. Kayla alleges Alicia is a master manipulator who lies, steals, and faked cancer. Alicia
Extreme Mama’s Boy
Oct 23, 2019 · 60 min
Jess says despite a chaotic upbringing, he was able to achieve a 4.0 in college, have a successful life with a nice home and pool, and have a good job. But it all ended five years
DNA Drama: A Family in Turmoil
Oct 24, 2019 · 60 min
DNA results can sometimes cause more conflict than resolution. Amanda wrote in desperate for Dr. Phil’s help after an at-home DNA test led to the discovery of an entirely new biolo
What Were They Thinking? When Sentencing Seems To Make No Sense
Oct 25, 2019 · 60 min
Dr. Phil takes a closer look at what many call “outrageously lenient sentences” for serious, high-profile crimes. Dr. Phil meets a former superior court judge who lost his job afte
“‘Love Stoned’ – My Daughter is Addicted to a Toxic Man!”
Oct 28, 2019 · 60 min
Laura says she’s desperately worried about her 19-year-old daughter, Rebecca, because she says she is in a toxic relationship with a rageaholic named Dominick. Laura says Rebecca d
Gun Toting, Pot Smoking, and Only 11 Years Old
Oct 29, 2019 · 60 min
Bree says she is very concerned about her 11-year-old son, JJ’s, extremely violent behavior, which includes threatening to kill her with a steak knife. But Bree says JJ isn’t just
“My Beautiful Daughter Has Spiraled into a Homeless Hair Hoarder”
Oct 30, 2019 · 60 min
Monique claims her 23-year-old daughter, Krissy, has an obsession with hoarding hair and is refusing to bathe, claims her daughter denies. She says she also fears for her daughter’
Black and Blue Blackout Drunk
Oct 31, 2019 · 60 min
Opie says her friend, Shane, is living on borrowed time and fears it won’t be long before she gets the call saying he’s dead. She says Shane’s alcohol addiction has caused him to i
Former Anchorwoman and Beauty Queen Wife: Is She Addicted?
Nov 1, 2019 · 60 min
Steve says his wife, Tamara, went from being a beauty queen competing in the Miss America Pageant and having a career as a local anchorwoman, to dancing in a tutu in the middle of
Torn Between Two Fiancés
Nov 4, 2019 · 60 min
Holly says she’s engaged to two men she met online, one from Brazil and the other from Turkey. Her mother, Linda, says she believes they are both in it for the green card but that
Holly’s Fiancés Face Off
Nov 5, 2019 · 60 min
Holly says she’s in love and engaged to two men. But she has never met either one of these men in person, because fiancé number one, Keoma, is from Brazil and living in London, and
“My Teen Son is Facing Prison After Escaping Police Custody During a Televised Manhunt”
Nov 6, 2019 · 60 min
Dana says her son Chas, who was once a good student, star athlete, and self-professed momma’s boy, is now facing five felony charges. While in police custody, the 17-year-old escap
Ukrainian Orphan: Child or Adult Sociopath? The Exclusive Interview
Nov 7, 2019 · 60 min
The exclusive interview with the Ukrainian orphan who is making headlines. Is she the real life version of the horror movie "Orphan”? Natalia’s adoptive parents have been accused o
An Intense Intervention: “I’m Addicted to Pain Pills, But Not an Addict”
Nov 8, 2019 · 60 min
Nate says he always knew his mom was a bit “off,” but was completely shocked after returning home four years ago to find his 52-year-old mother, Helen, looking like a frail old wom
“My Mom is Homeless and Believes She is Engaged to Putin”
Nov 11, 2019 · 60 min
Jennifer says she believes she and Russian President Vladimir Putin are head over heels in love! She says she believes the Lord has shown her that she will soon be Putin’s wife, th
Prescription Drugs, Drinking and DWIs, “My Daughter Is A Hot Mess”
Nov 12, 2019 · 60 min
Miranda says her mother is controlling, manic, and always nagging her. But Cathy says she has no choice because her 22-year-old daughter is living in her home, fighting, screaming,
Athlete to Addict
Nov 13, 2019 · 60 min
Bobby and Renna say their son, Cameron, was a local hero in their small town. They say Cameron was the homecoming king and an all-star football and baseball player with recruiters
Twins’ Tragic Hot Car Death Exclusive
Nov 14, 2019 · 60 min
A New York man has been charged with second-degree manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide and child endangerment after the devastating death of his 1-year-old twins. Juan Rodr
“Our 15-Year-Old Runaway Daughter Claims She’s Pregnant, But is She?”
Nov 15, 2019 · 60 min
Maribeth and John say their 15-year-old daughter, Marie, has become distant, angry, and is no longer the charming honors school student they once knew. They say around one year ago
Test Results Revealed: Is 15-Year-Old Marie Really Pregnant?
Nov 18, 2019 · 60 min
Today, meet 15-year-old Marie, who has told her parents she is now pregnant after running away three times. Dr. Phil confronts Marie about making sure she is following a prenatal r
Innocent and Behind Bars? Amanda Knox Fights to Free the Wrongfully Convicted
Nov 19, 2019 · 60 min
Amanda Knox spent four years locked in an Italian prison for the murder of her British roommate Meredith Kercher. Dubbed “Foxy Knoxy” by the press, she became one of the most famou
“I Will Do and Steal Anything to Be ‘Bad and Boujee’”
Nov 20, 2019 · 60 min
Alex says he will do absolutely anything to live his “bad and boujee” lifestyle. He admits he lies, cheats, and steals thousands of dollars from friends, family, and even strangers
Terrorized by Technology: Held Hostage by Our Smart Homes
Nov 21, 2019 · 60 min
Brooklyn, Arjun, and Andy all say they had the terrifying experience of having their smart home devices hacked: Brooklyn had complete strangers talking to her 8-year-old daughter,
“We’ve Lost Control of Our Raging, Possibly Pregnant, Teen”
Nov 22, 2019 · 60 min
Tony and Heather claim their 17-year-old daughter, Rae, has violent meltdowns that have ended with police intervention as many as 80 times! But that’s not all; they also say Rae is
After Barricading Her Mom in the Car, Rae Makes it to Stage
Nov 25, 2019 · 60 min
After resisting all morning, Rae finally makes her way to the Dr. Phil stage. She claims her parents not only ignore her, but her mother’s illness and father’s alcoholism and physi
“My Husband’s Double Life Exposed: Should I End My Marriage?”
Nov 26, 2019 · 60 min
Nicole says she thought she knew her husband of nearly 20 years, Carter, but all that changed when Nicole uncovered a secret her husband has been hiding for years. Nicole says 12 d
“I Run a Sober Living House but Can’t Save My Own Son”
Nov 27, 2019 · 60 min
Crystal says her son is a troubled, marijuana selling, smoking and vaping teen who is headed to prison or the grave. She runs a sober living house but says she can’t seem to practi
A Thanksgiving Disaster, a Burned Toddler and a Family at Odds
Nov 28, 2019 · 60 min
Jacob’s son Blake was burned at 2 1/2 years old on a treadmill in his sister Ellen’s home at Thanksgiving in 2014. Jacob claims Ellen was 100% responsible for his son’s injuries an
“I Blame Myself for My Father’s Murder”
Nov 29, 2019 · 60 min
Today, an unsolved murder and the plot to cover it up! Police say Shannon Ivey was murdered sometime in 2016, but his body was not found until 2018. His body had been wrapped in a
“I’m Leaving My Husband Next Week if He Doesn’t Get Help with His OCD!”
Dec 2, 2019 · 60 min
Robin wrote in to the show desperate for help for her husband, Mike. She says it’s urgent because she is ready to leave her husband if he won’t get help with his severe OCD. Robin
Battle of the Exes
Dec 3, 2019 · 60 min
Mike and his fiancé, Julia, claim that ever since their engagement, Mike’s ex-wife, Christy, has become “crazy with jealousy” and has been stalking and harassing them. They claim C
Chased by Police and Accused of An Interstate Crime Spree
Dec 4, 2019 · 60 min
Vicki says her 23-year-old granddaughter, Alexis, is accused of going on a crime spree across two states with a 30-year-old man named Lance, whom she met only four months ago. Acco
A 'Dr. Phil' Exclusive: Two Young Women Who Put Larry Nassar Behind Bars
Dec 5, 2019 · 60 min
Ex-USA Gymnastics National Team and Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar pleaded guilty to three counts of possession of child pornography and 10 counts of criminal sexual
Vanished! Where is Dulce? And What Does Her Mother Know?
Dec 6, 2019 · 60 min
The heartbreaking case of a missing little girl who vanished without a trace. Five-year-old Dulce Maria Alvarez disappeared more than two months ago, reportedly while playing in a
DNA Drama: Fertility Doctors' Secret Children
Dec 9, 2019 · 60 min
With advances in DNA technology, the exposure of so-called “fertility fraud” is on the rise. There are currently close to 70 children biologically linked to former fertility doctor
“My Mom Took My Phone, Car, Condo and Kids – Help Me Get Them Back!”
Dec 10, 2019 · 60 min
Morgan claims that last year, her mother, Liz, stole her two children right out from under her and says she has no idea why. Morgan’s mother, Liz, claims she had no choice but to s
Pedophile Hunters
Dec 11, 2019 · 60 min
There’s a social media phenomenon happening: vigilante “pedophile hunters.” Tony, from New York, says he’s a plumber by day … and a “pedophile hunter” by night! He and two other “h
Pedophile Hunters: Victim of Sting Fights Back!
Dec 12, 2019 · 60 min
In part 2, find out what happens when vigilante “pedophile hunters,” Tony, Jesse, Josh, and former pedophile hunter Shane come face-to-face with a man who says he has falsely accus
Murder in Alaska: Teen Allegedly Lured to Death By Best Friend
Dec 13, 2019 · 60 min
A gruesome death in the Alaskan wilderness -- an unsuspecting teen is allegedly lured into the woods and murdered by her best friend. The alleged motive? A mystery man who was posi
“Our 11-Month-Old Died and I’m Being Blamed”
Dec 16, 2019 · 60 min
Jaclin says she has been living a nightmare since she lost her 11-month-old daughter, Madalin, 10 years ago, when she accidentally suffocated while sleeping in the same bed with Ja
Breakup, Breakdown
Dec 17, 2019 · 60 min
Melanie emailed Dr. Phil saying her relationship with her 15-year-old daughter, Elena, is strained because Elena has been disobedient, grouchy and mean since her boyfriend broke up
From Army Specialist to ‘Mooching Burnout' Brother
Dec 18, 2019 · 60 min
Roberto and Teresa say their 32-year-old son, Alex, is lazy, unemployable, angry, and abuses alcohol and marijuana. Alex’s siblings, Rob and Stephanie, say that while Alex definite
“CPS Investigated Me So I Kicked My Mother Out”
Dec 19, 2019 · 60 min
Jeanine and Nathan say they thought it would be mutually beneficial to have Jeanine’s 70-year-old mother, Liz, live with them when she couldn’t afford her building’s rent increase.
The Search for Missing Grandma
Dec 20, 2019 · 60 min
Tyler’s grandmother was a mystery to him until today. She walked out of his father’s life 43 years ago when he was just a toddler. His father took his own life in 2015 and never go
“My Wife Tricked Me into Getting a Divorce”
Jan 6, 2020 · 60 min
Doug says he and his ex-wife, Amy, have been living in the same house since their recent divorce so they can co-parent their two children. He says it wasn’t his idea to end the mar
“Battered and Bruised: My Grandson Nearly Killed His Baby”
Jan 7, 2020 · 60 min
Emma claims she’s so angry with her grandson, Jordan, that she says she could, “Kill him, the next time I see him!” Emma says that her grandson nearly beat-to-death his then 1-mont
“Mom Went from Nursing Assistant to Homeless and Sleeping in Her Car”
Jan 8, 2020 · 60 min
Tina went from being a certified nursing assistant to living in her car for over a year. She says things haven’t improved since September 2018 because no one, not even her own chil
“I Need to Walk 100K Steps a Day”
Jan 9, 2020 · 60 min
Liz says she spends 11 to 13 hours a day jogging around her coffee table until she reaches 100,000 steps on her Fitbit – the equivalent of 50 miles a day – every day. Her mother, K
“Terrorized By My 10-Year-Old”
Jan 10, 2020 · 60 min
Alisha says her 10-year-old son, Kevin, is pushing his family to their limits of tolerance as they live in fear of his next violent outburst. They currently have to hide all the kn
Inside A Religious Reform School: Survivors of Hephzibah House
Jan 13, 2020 · 60 min
Pastor Ronald Williams and his late wife, Patti, founded Hephzibah House in 1971, a Christian boarding school for teen girls. Kalie, Susan, and Gabby say they want to raise awarene
Former Students of Hephzibah House Speak Out
Jan 14, 2020 · 60 min
Kalie, Susan, and Gabby say they want to shutdown Hephzibah House, a Christian boarding school they were forced to attend as teens. They say they believe the girls in that home are
“My Partying Sister Needs a Motherhood Master Class – Now”
Jan 15, 2020 · 60 min
Nick claims his 41-year-old sister, Jennifer, is a bad parent who prioritizes partying over parenting her 13-year-old daughter. Nick says ever since Jennifer divorced her husband,
From Housewife to Sex Offender
Jan 16, 2020 · 60 min
In May 2012, Mistie, a mom and housewife of 15 years, made national headlines when she was arrested and convicted of having a sexual relationship with her teenage son, whom she did
Do Words Matter or Are We Too Sensitive?
Jan 17, 2020 · 60 min
Are we too sensitive as a society, or do words really matter? People are eager to give their opinion; but sometimes, there are real consequences, including losing your entire caree
“My Boyfriend is Married and His Wife is Irrelevant to Me”
Jan 20, 2020 · 60 min
Eighteen-year-old Brooklyn says she is sick and tired of her mother butting into her love life and trying to ruin her relationship with her boyfriend, Eric. Brooklyn’s mother, Cour
“My Ex Put Cameras at My House to Prove I’m a Horrible Mom”
Jan 21, 2020 · 60 min
Jason says his 16-year-old daughter refuses to talk to him because he is a disciplinarian, while his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. He says their daughter is so entitled, s
Black Eye and Busted Lip: Daughter Confronts Dad on Stage
Jan 22, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Jason, who says his 16-year-old daughter won’t talk to him, and his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. Their daughter claims Jason has
Cheerleader Tries to Hire Hitmen to Kill Parents: The Exclusive Interview
Jan 23, 2020 · 60 min
A high school cheerleader tried to hire “hit men” to kill her parents. Why did the teen want them dead? Her parents speak out in an exclusive interview. Will she face decades in pr
"Two Cancelled Engagements, Fighting and Drinking: Should I Leave My Fiancé?”
Jan 24, 2020 · 60 min
Loni emailed Dr. Phil multiple times saying her fiancé, Dustin, goes from sweet to furious in a split second, and has called her names in front of their 3-year-old daughter. His fa
“My Manipulative, Raging Son Can’t Stop Lying and Refuses to Go to School”
Jan 27, 2020 · 60 min
Linda and Chuck say their 17-year-old son, Mike, refuses to take “no” for an answer. They say he refuses to follow their rules, go to school, or grow up! Linda and Chuck claim they
“Forced at 14 to Be a Parent to My Out-of-Control Brothers”
Jan 28, 2020 · 60 min
Ariana’s father was killed five years ago, and she claims ever since that day, her mother, Jodi, checked out completely as a parent and started dating and going out, leaving her to
“We Think Our Mother and Her Husband Are Being Duped by Her Online Boyfriend”
Jan 29, 2020 · 60 min
Marcy and Todd say their 71-year-old mother, Renee, may be married to their stepfather, Harold, but that hasn’t stopped her from giving away hundreds of thousands of dollars to an
Exclusive: Family Accused of Locking Their Children in Cages
Jan 30, 2020 · 60 min
Four children have been removed from what Lee County District Attorney is calling a real-life house of horrors. The children’s great-grandparents, Pamela and James Bond, and their
“My Son Believes He’s a Cyborg from the Future!”
Jan 31, 2020 · 60 min
Anita says two years ago, after graduating from NYU, her 24-year-old son, Orrin, suddenly announced that he is, and always has been, a mechanized cyborg from the year 2050! Orrin s
A House of Addicts
Feb 3, 2020 · 60 min
Mary and her husband, Michael, say they are worried about losing their daughter, Shayne, to a drug overdose. They already lost one daughter to an overdose in 2011, and are worried
House of Addicts: The Family Confronts Shayne
Feb 4, 2020 · 60 min
Shayne is ready to face her family about her drug addiction, and to confront her sister, Shelby, who she feels is at least partly to blame for their sister’s death. The sisters' pa
“My Daughter Won’t Stop Faking Pregnancies!”
Feb 5, 2020 · 60 min
Janene claims her daughter Taylor is a “pathological liar” who has faked 10 previous pregnancies. However, a sonogram convinced her that Taylor was finally telling the truth about
“Help! I’m Going to Inherit a Messy Mansion, Millions and My Adult Sister”
Feb 6, 2020 · 60 min
Lydia says she is living in her dream home with a spectacular view that reminds her of Italy and of being in love. She says she has it all: a happy second marriage, money to have h
“Our Family is Being Bullied by Raging Ryan”
Feb 7, 2020 · 60 min
Alyssa, Amanda, and their brother, Dylan, say they live in fear of their 25-year-old brother, Ryan, who turns into a monster, destroying whatever is in his path if he doesn’t get w
"A Monster In The Media?”
Feb 10, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil Exclusive: Lovie says on New Year’s Day 2020, a video of her son, Darnell, went viral on the news where he is shown attacking his ex-girlfriend and dragging her back to hi
“My Ex-Husband Blew Our Million Dollar Retirement”
Feb 11, 2020 · 60 min
Robert, a retired professor, says he began dating again as his 40-year marriage to his then-wife, Jeremi, began to unravel three years ago. Now, he says he is currently focused on
The Truth about Robert’s Top 5 Women is Finally Revealed
Feb 12, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil continues the search to help unravel the puzzle of what’s really going on with Robert and the women he thinks he’s dating online. Now, the investigation goes across the co
The Adoption Imposter: “Catch Me If You Can”
Feb 13, 2020 · 60 min
Multiple families are believed to have been targeted by an adoption imposter who finds couples online and tricks them into believing she has a baby for them, only to disappear days
The Adoption Imposter Faces Her Victims
Feb 14, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil meets Gabby, the woman who has been victimizing couples across America by promising them a baby to adopt that does not exist. Watch while Gabby comes face to face with som
A Parent Accused: Is He a Narcissistic and Abusive Father?
Feb 17, 2020 · 60 min
Parents Liz and Jim say their 16-year-old son, Nic, has a serious drug problem that has such a hold on him, they claim he even stole $75,000 in gold from his parents’ safe and spen
A Parent Accused: Jim Confronts His Children
Feb 18, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil continues to speak with parents, Liz and Jim, about why each blames the other for their son’s drug addiction. Liz says she blames what she calls Jim’s abusive parenting ph
Losing 400 Lbs., Gaining it All Back and More
Feb 19, 2020 · 60 min
Today, a transformation like you would not believe! At 26 years old, David was 600 pounds. At 31, David started exercising and eating right, and without gastric bypass surgery, Dav
A Teen Missing 399 Days: Was She Being Kept Prisoner?
Feb 20, 2020 · 60 min
Hailey Burns was only 16 years old when she disappeared from her home in North Carolina. After 399 days, she was found, reportedly malnourished and confined behind a gate in the be
A Family of Lawyers Embroiled in a Dangerous Dispute
Feb 21, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil meets a family of lawyers torn apart by a dark accusation. Heather claims to have been raped by her father and alleges that a video of the rape was then sold on the dark w
“Our Device Addicted Violent Teen Controls the House”
Feb 24, 2020 · 60 min
Kathi says she lives in fear of her 14-year-old son, Nico, who plays video games up to 17 hours a day, has stolen his mom’s credit card and charged thousands to buy tokens for his
“My Mooching Mom Has 5 Months to Get a Life”
Feb 25, 2020 · 60 min
Time is of the essence for Cindy. Her daughter, Cheyenne, is a 24-year-old-college student and also her primary caretaker and sole financial supporter. Cheyenne’s boyfriend, Blake,
“A Blown Inheritance and Threats with a Loaded Gun: Our Mother is Out of Control”
Feb 26, 2020 · 60 min
Siblings Kristle, Kayla, and Patrick all claim their mother Sherry is out of control. They say she’s blown through an inheritance worth over a quarter of a million dollars in the p
"Doomsday Couple" Found in Hawaii; Family of Missing Children Speak Out
Feb 27, 2020 · 60 min
It's a mystery that has America baffled. An Idaho teenager and her younger brother with special needs vanish and haven't been seen by anyone since late September, 2019. Their mothe
Real Life “Pretty Woman” … Not So Pretty Ending!
Feb 28, 2020 · 60 min
Jessica says she believed that once she married her Prince Charming, Jerry, she would never have to work as an escort again. Well, flash forward 27 years later, and Jessica is stil
“Drunk and in Denial”
Mar 2, 2020 · 60 min
Three siblings, Ashley, Marena, and Tony, have come together to confront their mother, Traci, who they claim is a raging alcoholic. They accuse Traci of drinking six-to-seven night
Extreme Sentencing: Bail Reform
Mar 3, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil investigates a controversial new law known as "bail reform," where judges will no longer have the power to set bail for a long list of misdemeanors and nonviolent felonies
Young Parents at War: Baby at Risk?
Mar 4, 2020 · 60 min
JenaLeigh’s brother, Wade, had a surprise baby with his ex-girlfriend, Margaret. JenaLeigh and her mother, Jeanne, say they are now worried about the baby’s safety because they cla
Coronavirus: From The Front Lines
Mar 6, 2020 · 42 min
Medical workers on the frontlines are fighting the coronavirus and risking their own lives in the process of curbing some of the damage in this pandemic. Dr. Phil delves into how t
An Intense Intervention: “I’m Addicted to Pain Pills, But Not an Addict”
Mar 6, 2020 · 60 min
Nate says he always knew his mom was a bit “off,” but was completely shocked after returning home four years ago to find his 52-year-old mother, Helen, looking like a frail old wom
“My Teen Son: Childhood Cancer Survivor To Gang Member”
Mar 9, 2020 · 60 min
Sharon says her 15-year-old son, Gabe, a childhood cancer survivor, has been in trouble with the law since he got arrested at age 12 and is now hanging out with alleged gang member
14 Years Old, Out of Control and Desperate for Love
Mar 10, 2020 · 60 min
Heather claims her 14-year-old son, Jason, is completely out of control, runs away, refuses to go to school, steals, attacks police officers, and has even punched her in the face.
Exclusive: Man Accused of Murdering Wife Freed After Friend Confesses
Mar 11, 2020 · 60 min
A brutal murder: Tracey Harris, a wife and young mother, was found naked, drowned, and possibly strangled in a river in 1990. The case went cold for over 20 years, before Harris’ h
“My Ex Put Cameras at My House to Prove I’m a Horrible Mom”
Mar 12, 2020 · 60 min
Jason says his 16-year-old daughter refuses to talk to him because he is a disciplinarian, while his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. He says their daughter is so entitled, s
Black Eye and Busted Lip: Daughter Confronts Dad on Stage
Mar 13, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Jason, who says his 16-year-old daughter won’t talk to him, and his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. Their daughter claims Jason has
“My Top Model Son is Convinced He’s Mentally Ill”
Mar 16, 2020 · 60 min
Kimberly says her son Blake is a successful model who has traveled the world. However, she says behind his success, Blake lives in constant fear of developing schizophrenia. This h
Coronavirus: Facts vs Fears
Mar 17, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil investigates the widespread pandemic known as the coronavirus. How afraid should we be? What are the facts? Dr. Phil speaks with a group of leading medical and health prof
Gen Z: Lifestyles of the Mooching and Wanna Be Famous
Mar 18, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil's guests say they believe internet fame is their road to fortune – but are they willing to put in the hard work to “make it big”? Mariah Malibu says she’s a “star in the m
Athlete to Addict
Mar 19, 2020 · 60 min
Bobby and Renna say their son, Cameron, was a local hero in their small town. They say Cameron was the homecoming king and an all-star football and baseball player with recruiters
Coronavirus: Parenting Under Quarantine
Mar 24, 2020 · 60 min
COVID-19 has changed life as we know it. Here, in the United States, nearly 100,000 schools have closed, resulting in over 40 million children forced to stay home and leaving their
Coronavirus Fears: "My Anxiety Is Crippling"
Mar 25, 2020 · 60 min
Guests join Dr. Phil remotely from around the country and world who say their anxieties are difficult to manage while coping during the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Phil talks with 29
Coronavirus Naysayers: “We’re Still Going To Live Our Lives”
Mar 26, 2020 · 42 min
As COVID-19 spreads across the United States, state officials have begun to establish curfews, shut down public spaces, and institute a host of other restrictions. Ava, a former Dr
Coronavirus: How to Stay Safe
Mar 27, 2020 · 60 min
Grocery stores are being wiped clean of toilet paper and food, and there’s another product that people are stocking up on: guns and ammo. People who normally have never even given
Coronavirus: Couples In Crisis
Mar 30, 2020 · 60 min
As coronavirus continues to dominate the global conversation, Dr. Phil explores the impact this pandemic is having on relationships, especially since several news outlets published
Quarantine: Mental Health Checkup
Mar 31, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil wants everyone to stay as healthy as possible during this pandemic, and that includes your mental health. Dr. Phil talks with Dr. Daniel Amen, “BrainMD,” about maintaining
Coronavirus: Signs and Symptoms
Apr 1, 2020 · 60 min
The fear of the unknown has everyone wondering: what if I get COVID-19? What will happen to me? Dr. Phil's guests are people who are battling this disease and say it is nothing lik
Coronavirus: Coping with Isolation and Depression
Apr 2, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil comes to you live from his kitchen to discuss how social isolation in the time of coronavirus can and is leading to loneliness and depression. Dr. Phil speaks to Donna, a
DNA Drama: Fertility Doctors' Secret Children
Apr 3, 2020 · 60 min
With advances in DNA technology, the exposure of so-called “fertility fraud” is on the rise. There are currently close to 70 children biologically linked to former fertility doctor
Coronavirus: From The Front Lines
Apr 6, 2020 · 60 min
Medical workers on the frontlines are fighting the coronavirus and risking their own lives in the process of curbing some of the damage in this pandemic. Dr. Phil delves into how t
“My Partying Sister Needs a Motherhood Master Class – Now”
Apr 7, 2020 · 60 min
Nick claims his 41-year-old sister, Jennifer, is a bad parent who prioritizes partying over parenting her 13-year-old daughter. Nick says ever since Jennifer divorced her husband,
Coronavirus: “What’s My Future?”
Apr 8, 2020 · 60 min
With much of the country and the world in lockdown due to COVID-19, what does the future hold? Dr. Phil speaks with an Olympic athlete who is not only struggling to make ends meet
“Covidiots” Sorry Not Sorry
Apr 9, 2020 · 60 min
Every day, there’s another headline of some rule-breaker going against what every medical expert is recommending in order to flatten the curve of the coronavirus. These naysayers h
“My Mom Took My Phone, Car, Condo and Kids – Help Me Get Them Back!”
Apr 10, 2020 · 60 min
Morgan claims that last year, her mother, Liz, stole her two children right out from under her and says she has no idea why. Morgan’s mother, Liz, claims she had no choice but to s
COVID-19: Trapped Abroad
Apr 13, 2020 · 60 min
A reported more than 24,000 Americans remain stuck overseas due to canceled flights and closed borders throughout the world due to the coronavirus. Today, Dr. Phil speaks with a mo
COVID-19: Branded and Scorned
Apr 14, 2020 · 60 min
Fear and anxiety stemming from the coronavirus pandemic are causing some people to lash out at those who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 as well as Asian-Americans. Dr. Phil meet
COVID-19: The Whistleblowers
Apr 15, 2020 · 60 min
As many Americans work from home and shelter in place, essential workers are risking their lives on the front lines of the global coronavirus pandemic. In what seems to be a distur
Miracle “Cures,” Scams, and What Really Might Treat COVID-19
Apr 16, 2020 · 60 min
Americans are desperate for cures for COVID-19, and some are turning to fake miracle products such as liquid silver, teas, tonics, and even toothpaste. Dr. Phil is joined by George
COVID-19: Sobriety in a Time of Crisis
Apr 17, 2020 · 60 min
People struggling with addiction are at a much higher risk for relapse as their lives and routines are put on pause during the global coronavirus pandemic. Many people have been in
Teen Rebellion
Apr 20, 2020 · 60 min
Gina and her husband, Desi, both say they are terrified that Gina’s 14-year-old daughter, Taylor – who was a once sweet and straight-A student -- has now gone down a bad path and i
Moms Gone Mad
Apr 21, 2020 · 60 min
It’s been several weeks since schools have shut down, and families are in lockdown for the unforeseeable future. Moms across the globe are feeling the frustrations of being stuck a
Searching for the Cure
Apr 22, 2020 · 60 min
As COVID-19 continues to ravage America, Dr. Phil takes an inside look at the intense search for treatments and a cure. Learn about the latest progress being made on antibody and v
Help! Overindulging Under Quarantine
Apr 23, 2020 · 60 min
Many Americans under stay-at-home orders due to the coronavirus pandemic are gaining weight, which has become known as “the Covid 19 -19" and the "Quarantine 15.” People are stocki
Questions Answered
Apr 24, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil answers viewers’ most pressing questions, including how to handle the coronavirus quarantine while managing their marriage, family, and even sobriety. Board Certified Psyc
“Our 10-Year-Old Son is Controlling Our Entire Lives”
Apr 27, 2020 · 60 min
Previously recorded in studio before social distancing. Denise and her husband, Jarid, say they are extremely concerned about their 10-year-old son, Zak, who screams, curses, punc
Parents and Their Gen Z Son Struggle Under One Roof
Apr 28, 2020 · 60 min
As COVID-19 spreads across the country, Gen Zers are forced to move back home. Karen and her husband, Chuck, say they are under tremendous stress since their unmotivated 22-year-ol
Tara’s Troubles
Apr 29, 2020 · 60 min
Previously recorded in studio before social distancing. Tara emailed Dr. Phil saying America needed to hear her story. She claims her husband, Mike, is a sociopath who controls he
Blended Family Breakdown
Apr 30, 2020 · 60 min
As COVID-19 continues to impact and change our world, so does the way it impacts family dynamics. Dr. Phil meets a blended family of five from Florida, each of whom have been affec
“Should I Marry My Russian Bride-To-Be?"
May 1, 2020 · 60 min
Being in a long-distance relationship is hard enough for Mark Anthony and his Russian fiancée, Marina. She lives in Russia, and he’s in the United States. To top it off, the corona
46-Year-Old Moocher Dad Sleeping in a Bunk Bed
May 4, 2020 · 60 min
Recorded before stay-at-home order. Kelly says she is concerned her father, Shade, allowed her ex-husband, Allen, to move into his home after their divorce. Now, Allen has found hi
“Confined with My Ex!”
May 5, 2020 · 60 min
Dianne says she's stuck living with her ex-husband, Ron, who she calls "The Beast"! Dianne says for the next 60-90 days, not only are they stuck self-isolating together under the s
“Help Me Prove to My Mom She’s Been Love Scammed Out of $250,000”
May 6, 2020 · 60 min
Recorded before stay-at-home order. Norma says she has come out of retirement, after her second husband died, to fund three online boyfriends she’s never met because they told Norm
Norma’s Online Boyfriends: The Truth Behind the Pictures
May 7, 2020 · 60 min
Recorded before stay-at-home order. Today, Dr. Phil finds out so much more about Norma’s online boyfriends. Norma’s number one love, Jeff, claims he bought a ticket home to the U.S
“Feeding My Addiction”
May 8, 2020 · 60 min
Recorded before stay-at-home order. Mike and his fiancée, Ashley, have a beautiful home, a sweet 6-year-old daughter and a baby boy on the way. But, there is a dark secret tearing
When Being Daddy’s Girl Goes Too Far
May 11, 2020 · 60 min
In part 1 of two episodes, Dr. Phil meets Cheryl, her ex-husband, Dave, and their youngest daughter, Stephanie, who say oldest daughter, Cassie, has been a drug addict and an alcoh
Will Cassie Keep Running or Will She Finally Meet Dr. Phil?
May 12, 2020 · 60 min
In part 2, Dr. Phil finally meets 28-year-old Cassie, who admits to being a drug addict since high school and using drugs with her father, Dave, in the past. Cassie ran out of the
From College Scholarship to Stealing, Smoking and Living in the Car
May 13, 2020 · 60 min
In high school, Karenna was an overachiever. She had a full college scholarship but only went for a week. Her mom, Deena, claims that since Karenna started hanging out with her now
From Hollywood Body Double to Force Feeding Frenzy
May 14, 2020 · 60 min
Ten years ago, Suzy claims she developed a “mysterious illness” that leaves her shaking, trembling, convulsing, and having to force-feed herself more than 7,000 calories a day to s
Exclusive: Ahmaud Arbery’s Family Speaks Out
May 15, 2020 · 60 min
A case that has caused outrage and grief across the nation: The family of Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Georgia man who was killed in February, say he was simply out for an afternoo
A “Dr. Phil” Catfish Investigation: “My Mom is Being Scammed”
May 18, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil meets Candice, who says she is 100% convinced her mom, Lois, is being scammed by men online and has tried everything to intervene. Dr. Phil also meets Lois’ younger sister
A “Dr. Phil” Catfish Investigation: What’s Really Inside Lois’ Safe?
May 19, 2020 · 60 min
Dr. Phil continues to uncover the truth behind Lois’ online relationships. Last year, Lois says she met with an "associate" of one of her former fiancés, "The General," and receive
A “Dr. Phil” Catfish Investigation: Where is “Paul Shaw”?
May 20, 2020 · 60 min
For the past two days, Dr. Phil has been investigating Lois' online relationships. Yesterday, Dr. Phil opened Lois’ home safe, analyzed her “white money,” and with the help of reti
Debt Collectors at the Door; Can These Fighting Spouses Save Their Home?
May 21, 2020 · 60 min
Christy claims that she found out her house was almost in foreclosure because her husband, Earnest, had stopped paying the mortgage. Christy says that was the final straw and claim
Kaylyn Whitaker: Confessions of Her Killer
May 25, 2020 · 42 min
A young woman’s boyfriend tells police she committed suicide. Years later, he walks into a police station and confesses to her murder. Kaylyn Whitaker’s parents speak out in an exc
Caught Between Two Brittanys
May 26, 2020 · 42 min
Brittany and Jeramie met in high school and have been in an on-and-off relationship for 18 years, which has led to a tumultuous co-parenting relationship. Jeramie also has an off-a
Gun Toting, Pot Smoking, and Only 11 Years Old
May 27, 2020 · 42 min
Bree says she is very concerned about her 11-year-old son, JJ’s, extremely violent behavior, which includes threatening to kill her with a steak knife. But Bree says JJ isn’t just
"Is My Nigerian Boyfriend Scamming Me?"
May 28, 2020 · 42 min
Sixty-four-year-old Josie says she met the love of her life, Victor, on Facebook. Even though he’s Nigerian, 30 years younger, and she’s never physically met him, she insists it’s
Social Media Meltdown: Parenting Gone Wild
May 29, 2020 · 42 min
Three moms say they were livestreaming, or posting videos, for what they thought was just their private audience of social media friends -- but they say their videos have now reach
Fighting to Save Us, But Who is Saving Them?
Jun 1, 2020 · 42 min
Dr. Phil discusses the emotional and psychological toll being placed on our health care workers and first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Phil speaks with an ICU nurse
Coping With Grief
Jun 2, 2020 · 42 min
America is mourning differently because of the novel coronavirus. Kelly says the virus has broken her family after she lost both her parents and brother to COVID-19 while her husba
America On Fire
Jun 3, 2020 · 42 min
As the country continues to navigate its way through an unprecedented global pandemic and widespread civil unrest following the May 25 death of George Floyd, the unarmed Minneapoli