In what the network is billing as an in-depth interview, the singer will discuss his assault on ex-girlfriend and recording superstar Rihanna in February. He is on probation for the beating.
ABC spokesman Jeffrey Schneider said clips from the interview may also air on "Good Morning America." He said Brown will not perform live.
Brown is scheduled to release his album "Graffiti" on December 8. He has spoken about the attack on MTV News and "Larry King Live."
Rihanna appeared on '20/20' earlier this month in an interview with Diane Sawyer.
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