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Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteDriver Scan →Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsFree Scan →Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitchesFind Drivers →The Scamanda trailer previews a four-part ABC News Studios docuseries about Amanda Riley and the case that followed her claims of having cancer. Based on the Scamanda podcast, the series premiered on ABC on January 30, 2025, and ABC’s episode listing directs viewers to stream it on Hulu.
What is the Scamanda docuseries about?
ABC describes Riley as having claimed she had Stage 3 blood cancer and shared her story online. After an anonymous tip, investigative producer Nancy Moscatiello looked into the claims. The docuseries revisits how concerns developed and how the case proceeded, using interviews and archival material.
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ABC News reports that Riley pleaded guilty to wire fraud in May 2022. She was sentenced to 60 months in prison and ordered to pay $105,513 in restitution. ABC also reported that she received more than $105,000 in donations. ABC News’ account of the case gives further background.
What does the trailer lead into?
ABC News Studios says the series includes interviews with police and an IRS investigator who worked on the case, former friends of Riley, and a neuropsychologist. It also features communications between Riley and podcast host Charlie Webster, archival material, and items collected by Moscatiello during her investigation. This is the network’s description of the series, rather than an independent assessment of its conclusions. ABC News Studios’ announcement outlines the planned format.
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Is Scamanda based on a podcast?
Yes. The docuseries is based on the podcast of the same name, which tells the story in audio. The television version adds on-camera interviews and visual archival material. The trailer’s official page dates the series premiere to January 30, 2025, and says the show would stream on Hulu the following day. The official trailer episode page records that launch information.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Where can you watch Scamanda?
ABC’s official show page lists all four season-one episodes and directs viewers to Hulu. The listed episodes run about 41–42 minutes each. The page gives these dates:
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| Episode | Listed date | Runtime |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | January 31, 2025 | About 41–42 minutes |
| Episode 2 | February 7, 2025 | About 41–42 minutes |
| Episode 3 | February 14, 2025 | About 41–42 minutes |
| Episode 4 | February 21, 2025 | About 41–42 minutes |
Streaming access can vary by location and may change; check the official listing for current availability.
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Key dates in the case and series
- 2012: ABC reports Riley began the “Lymphoma Can Suck It” blog and said she had Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
- 2015: According to ABC, Lisa Berry contacted investigative producer Nancy Moscatiello with concerns.
- July 2020: Riley was charged with wire fraud, ABC reports.
- May 2022: Riley pleaded guilty, was sentenced to 60 months in prison, and ordered to pay $105,513 in restitution.
- September 20, 2024: ABC News Studios announced the docuseries and its planned January 2025 premiere.
- January 30, 2025: The series premiered on ABC; Hulu streaming was announced for the next day.
- January 31–February 21, 2025: ABC lists the four season-one episode dates.
