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S16 E409 Inside The California House Of Horror: 13 Children Rescued After Being Shackled And Abused

Talk Show

TV-14

39 minutes

Jan 28, 2018

Inside the “California House of Horrors” where 13 children were starved, chained and abused by their own parents. Family, neighbors and childhood friends speak about the tragedy. Cleveland kidnap survivor Michelle Knight sends a message to the children.Featuring: Dr. Phillip C. McGraw, Robin McGraw

Season 16, 30 Episodes

Dr. Phil - My Narcissistic Ex Allows My Daughter To Work As A Webcam Model And Married A Girl The Same Age Pt. 1

My Narcissistic Ex Allows My Daughter To Work As A Webcam Model And Married A Girl The Same Age Pt. 1,

Divorced parents Christina and Jim along with daughter Tara, 21, discuss that dad's new wife is the same age as Tara, how it's ok Tara is a webcam model to help pay bills, and that all this is making Tara a raging, angry monster with low self-esteem.

Dr. Phil - My Daughter Went From Being A School Counselor With A Master's Degree To Losing Her Children & Living In An RV

My Daughter Went From Being A School Counselor With A Master's Degree To Losing Her Children & Living In An RV,

Shaela went from being a mom to two with a master's degree working as a school counselor to being unemployed & living in an RV. Mom Sandra says Shaela has exhibited strange behaviors, including trimming bushes & pulling weeds in the middle of the night.

Dr. Phil - Our 21-Year-Old Daughter Is Gorgeous, Wild And Violent Pt.1

Our 21-Year-Old Daughter Is Gorgeous, Wild And Violent Pt.1,

David says daughter, Danielle, 21, is out of control. She's been arrested twice, once for "clocking" a man she was dating in the face, & the second for public intoxication. She has violent rages, refuses to take her meds, does drugs, & drives drunk.Pt. 1

Dr. Phil - 3 DUI's And Multiple Arrests

3 DUI's And Multiple Arrests,

Misti says her mother, Lisa, is a "raging alcoholic" failing rehab 3 times and was arrested and charged with her third DUI just days before. Lisa says she's not an alcoholic, just a person who likes to drink. Can Dr. Phil give Lisa a reality check?

Dr. Phil - Our Mooching, Violent, Lazy Son Who Lives In Our Back Yard!

Our Mooching, Violent, Lazy Son Who Lives In Our Back Yard!,

Mom Susan is desperate to help son, JJ, 27. She says JJ is a lazy, unemployed, violent moocher. Husband Steven, says his wife bought a camper & relocated JJ to the backyard, where she continues to bring food & money. That she's the "ultimate enabler".

Dr. Phil - My Daughter Says I Can See The Grandkids After A Psych Eval!

My Daughter Says I Can See The Grandkids After A Psych Eval!,

Susan emailed Dr. Phil claiming she's at war with her son-in-law, David & daughter, Bekah. Susan is not sure why she's not allowed to see her grandchildren, but claims Bekah blames her "sinful behavior." Can Susan mend things to see her grandkids again?

Dr. Phil - Our Pregnant, Rageaholic, 18-Year-Old Daughter Is Abusing Our Entire Family!

Our Pregnant, Rageaholic, 18-Year-Old Daughter Is Abusing Our Entire Family!,

Stacey & Dan say daughter Tylor, 18, is a rageaholic who is verbally, mentally & physically abusive. They have called the police 30 times, have had Tylor arrested 10 times & now Tylor is 7 weeks pregnant! Can this family join forces for the unborn child?

Dr. Phil - Our Runaway Teen Daughter Thinks She's In Love With An Older Man Who Police Allege Raped And Threatened Her

Our Runaway Teen Daughter Thinks She's In Love With An Older Man Who Police Allege Raped And Threatened Her,

Mark & ex-wife, Melissa, say daughter, Malia, 17, has been running away since age 13, a 6th grade school drop out, & has become physically abusive. They say 2 years ago she became involved with a 35-year-old man & they fear she'll end up dead.

Dr. Phil - Accusations Of Lies, Child Sex Abuse, And Stalking Pt. 1

Accusations Of Lies, Child Sex Abuse, And Stalking Pt. 1,

Crystal accuses her ex-boyfriend, Anthony, of sexually assaulting their 3-year-old daughter. Crystal says she has proof confirming Anthony as the monster she says he is. Anthony says Crystal is “crazy and a liar.” Can Dr. Phil expose the truth? Part 1

Dr. Phil - My YouTube Addicted Wife & 'Haters': A Marriage Ruined Pt.1

My YouTube Addicted Wife & 'Haters': A Marriage Ruined Pt.1,

Trisha launched a YouTube channel, "Truthfully Trisha". She says she deals with her family's disapproval and also her online "haters". Husband, Sean, says he's fed up with his wife's streaming. Can Dr. Phil help Trisha disconnect to focus on family? Pt. 1

Dr. Phil - Accused Of Faking Multiple Pregnancies And Baby Deaths: Is She Scamming Men Or A Victim Pt. 1

Accused Of Faking Multiple Pregnancies And Baby Deaths: Is She Scamming Men Or A Victim Pt. 1,

Courtney claims her former friend Amie has lied about being pregnant three times and losing five babies total. To uncover the truth, Dr. Phil producers spoke with the county coroner, the hospital, and tracked down one of the supposed fathers-to-be. Part 1

Dr. Phil - Our Beautiful Daughter Is Drinking Herself To Death

Our Beautiful Daughter Is Drinking Herself To Death,

Christi & Nels say daughter, Nicole, 27, is an alcoholic drinking 1L of vodka a day, hospitalized 15 times for alcohol poisoning, & nearly died on 5 of those occasions. Nicole admits she's an "extreme alcoholic". Can Dr. Phil help this family in turmoil?

Dr. Phil - Help! My Narcissist Ex, Is Abusing My Children and Nobody Believes Me!

Help! My Narcissist Ex, Is Abusing My Children and Nobody Believes Me!,

Pamela says she is likely going to jail for not complying with court orders because she refuses to allow her ex, Justin, his court-ordered visitations. Pamela says Justin attempted to drown their oldest daughter in the pool. Justin says they are lies!

Dr. Phil - Help! My 21-Year-Old Daughter Is A Homeless Escort Neglecting Her Son

Help! My 21-Year-Old Daughter Is A Homeless Escort Neglecting Her Son,

Ivey, 21, admits the only "job" she's ever had has been working as an escort meeting clients in hotels until she can afford a stable home for her & her young son. Mom Faith found out & threw her out of the home. Friend Olivia goes between mom & daughter.

Dr. Phil - My Mom Is Delusional: She Thinks She's Married To Tyler Perry And Has Sent Her Catfish $100,000 Pt. 1

My Mom Is Delusional: She Thinks She's Married To Tyler Perry And Has Sent Her Catfish $100,000 Pt. 1,

Karla claims that she is in contact via online chats and texting with film industry legend Tyler Perry--and they are married. There’s one hitch to this fairytale romance; she’s never even met the man she calls her new husband! Part 1

Dr. Phil - My Mooching Mom Cost Me $100K & Needs To Get Out Of My House

My Mooching Mom Cost Me $100K & Needs To Get Out Of My House,

Aja says she is tired of caring for her entitled, drug-addicted mother, Janet, by allowing her to live with her for 8 of 10 years of her own marriage. Aja cites costs of $100,000. Janet rejects: she pays rent & regularly goes to Narcotics Anonymous.

Dr. Phil - Our Son: Violent Mooch Refusing To Get Out Of Our House Pt.1

Our Son: Violent Mooch Refusing To Get Out Of Our House Pt.1,

Karen & Jim are desperate to remove their violent, mooching son, Kyle, 31, from their home. They filed a restraining order against him & had him arrested for criminal trespassing, but Kyle is still in their home. Kyle says his parents are to blame. Pt.1

Dr. Phil - Our Daughter: Starving Herself-It's Killing Our Family Pt.1

Our Daughter: Starving Herself-It's Killing Our Family Pt.1,

At 5'6", Jordan, 23, weighs 75 pounds. Jordan says she eats only 1 cup of cereal & a scoop of yogurt in a day. Doctors have warned her she is near death, but she says she loves the attention she gets from her eating disorder. Pt. 1

Dr. Phil - I Shot My Cheating, Rich Boyfriend, But Want To Marry Him!

I Shot My Cheating, Rich Boyfriend, But Want To Marry Him!,

Maryann met Luis on a dating site. Five days later, he professed his love, & they planned a wedding. Then she discovered Luis was married & cheating with multiple women. Maryann snapped & shot her "lying, married, manipulative, boyfriend" in the leg.

Dr. Phil - Ex-Wife, New Wife, And Daughter Caught In The Middle Pt. 2

Ex-Wife, New Wife, And Daughter Caught In The Middle Pt. 2,

Dr. Phil continues with Christina, Jim & daughter Tara. She says she's worried her daughter is in a toxic situation with dad Jim & his 22-year-old new wife who is 20 weeks pregnant. Meet the new wife & find out if Dr. Phil can help this chaotic triangle.

Dr. Phil - Drinking, Drugs, A Shocking Revelation: Saving Danielle Pt.2

Drinking, Drugs, A Shocking Revelation: Saving Danielle Pt.2,

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with David and his family.They claim Danielle is a violent, angry "devil" who becomes possessed. But are David and the family to blame for Danielle's behavior? Is there something deeper going on with Danielle? Pt. 2

Dr. Phil - Shocking Accusations Of Child Sexual Abuse: Searching For The Truth Pt. 2

Shocking Accusations Of Child Sexual Abuse: Searching For The Truth Pt. 2,

Dr. Phil continues with Crystal who accuses her ex-boyfriend of sexually assaulting their child. Crystal’s mom, Barbara, says Anthony is a “disgusting, lying, abusive narcissist” and he says Barbara is a “lowlife dirtbag”. Dr. Phil moderates. Part 2

Dr. Phil - YouTube Obsessed Trisha's Dramatic Collapse On Stage Pt.2

YouTube Obsessed Trisha's Dramatic Collapse On Stage Pt.2,

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Trisha, a mother and wife, who is live-streaming her entire life. Find out what caused Trisha to storm off and collapse on stage. Did Dr. Phil almost have to call the paramedics? Pt. 2

Dr. Phil - Accused Of Faking Pregnancies And Baby Deaths, Aime's Explosive Reaction Pt. 2

Accused Of Faking Pregnancies And Baby Deaths, Aime's Explosive Reaction Pt. 2,

Dr. Phil continues with Courtney who says former friend Amie fabricated several pregnancies and baby deaths. Dr. Phil asks Amie why there are no death records of her deceased children. Why did Amie walk off stage and explosively meltdown backstage? Part 2

Dr. Phil - Two Sisters Confront Their Mom Who Says She's Married To Tyler Perry: Can Karla Be Convinced She Was Scammed Pt. 2

Two Sisters Confront Their Mom Who Says She's Married To Tyler Perry: Can Karla Be Convinced She Was Scammed Pt. 2,

Dr. Phil continues with Kourtney and Kelly who are trying to convince their mom, Karla, that she’s not Mrs. Tyler Perry, but an online scam victim, losing $100,000 of her retirement fund. Karla finds out shocking information about her online love. Part 2

Dr. Phil - We Want To Evict Our Son Pt.2

We Want To Evict Our Son Pt.2,

Dr. Phil spoke with Karen & Jim desperate to remove their mooching son from their home. Kyle revealed why his parents were at fault for his financial situation. Dr. Phil enlists the help of TVs "Bar Rescue", Jon Taffer, with advice for Kyle. Pt. 2

Dr. Phil - Our Daughter Is Starving Herself: Can Jordan Be Saved? Pt.2

Our Daughter Is Starving Herself: Can Jordan Be Saved? Pt.2,

Dr. Phil continues with Jordan, who has an eating disorder & weighs 75 pounds . Find out why Jordan's parents despise her boyfriend & they meet him on stage. Plus, Cleveland kidnapping survivor Michelle Knight reveals all the details of her wedding. Pt. 2

Dr. Phil - Mother Knows Best: The Story Of Gypsy Rose Pt.1

Mother Knows Best: The Story Of Gypsy Rose Pt.1,

In a bizarre abuse case, Gypsy Rose Blanchard's mother forced her to pretend she was ill, undergo countless surgeries, shave her head, insert a feeding tube & use a wheelchair. A web of deceit & torture led to murder. Gypsy Rose talks with Dr. Phil.Pt. 1

Dr. Phil - Gypsy Rose: From Wheelchair Bound To Jail For Murder Pt.2

Gypsy Rose: From Wheelchair Bound To Jail For Murder Pt.2,

A severe case of Munchausen syndrome by proxy leads to murder. Gypsy Rose Blanchard decided that killing her own mother was her only way to escape years of abuse. She reveals her story to Dr. Phil in an exclusive interview.Pt. 2

Dr. Phil - Inside The California House Of Horror: 13 Children Rescued After Being Shackled And Abused

Inside The California House Of Horror: 13 Children Rescued After Being Shackled And Abused,

Inside the “California House of Horrors” where 13 children were starved, chained and abused by their own parents. Family, neighbors and childhood friends speak about the tragedy. Cleveland kidnap survivor Michelle Knight sends a message to the children.

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Dr. Phil

Talk Show

TV-14

20 Seasons

41 minutes

DR. PHIL, Emmy®-nominated hit syndicated, a daily one-hour talk show hosted by America's most popular psychologist and lifestyle strategist, Dr. Phillip C. McGraw.

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