Movies HBO Plus (East & West). A perfect complementary choice to what s on HBO. Scheduled for the broadest appeal, this channel doubles your HBO entertainment options. American Movie Classics is the premiere 24-hour movie network featuring award-winning original productions about the world of American film. With one of the finest, most comprehensive libraries of classic films and a diverse blend of original series and documentaries, AMC offers in-depth information on timeless and contemporary Hollywood classics. HBO Signature. Discriminating viewers will enjoy HBO s critically acclaimed, award-winning original movies, series and documentaries, plus theatrical films. Cinemax (East & West). With over 1,600 different movies a year, Cinemax gives viewers the widest variety of movies from its vast inventory with a different movie every night at 8pm ET all year long! MoreMAX. Doubles your Cinemax film choices with popular, hard-to-find movies. Features daily classics and special premieres of foreign and independent films. The Independent Film Channel (IFC). The first network entirely dedicated to capturing and presenting the irreverent style of independent film, uncut and commercial-free, 24 hours a day. IFC presents the most extensive independent film collection on television like Trainspotting, In the Company of Men, and Secrets and Lies, combined with original series, exclusive live events like the Independent Spirit Awards and the Cannes Film Festival and enhanced new media programming. Featured indie celebs include Spike Lee, John Waters and Lili Taylor. The New Encore (East & West). The ultimate, commercial-free movie channel destination because it now delivers a great movie every night. Guaranteed! SM The New Encore has also added recent big hit, first run movies. The Movie Channel (East & West). For people who just want to have movies, The Movie Channel is the place to be. TMC has big Hollywood movies featuring the biggest stars, plus daily movie marathons with a theme. Encore s Love Stories. The dependable destination for great movies about love and romance, 24 hours per day. Romance Classics. Provides an oasis of entertainment for women 24 hours a day. It is Time Out TV that helps women reconnect, refocus and rediscover the issues that are most important to them: family, relationships, romance, well-being and new experiences. Encore s Westerns. The dependable destination for great western movies, 24 hours per day. 100 percent westerns around the clock, and all movies are shown commercial-free. SHOWTIME (East & West). Where you ll see great Hollywood hits and ground-breaking original pictures and series that you can t see anywhere else - PLUS the best in championship boxing, only on America s #1 Boxing Network. Encore s Mystery. The dependable destination for great mystery movies, 24 hours per day. 100 percent mysteries around the clock, and all movies are shown commercial-free. SHOWTIME Two. Even more SHOWTIME entertainment, with 24 hours of Hollywood hit movies, original pictures and series. Encore s Action. The dependable destination for great action movies featuring non-stop excitement 24 hours per day. 100 percent action movies around the clock, and all movies are shown commercial-free. Encore s True Stories. The dependable destination for great movies based on true stories and real-life drama, 24 hours per day. 100 percent movies based on true stories, around the clock, and all movies are shown commercial-free. Encore s WAM! The first and only commercial-free channel dedicated entirely to 8-16 year-olds. WAM brings kidz the world with Education that Entertains, and Entertainment that Educates, with no commercials or merchandising ever. FLIX. FLIX has your all-time favorite movies from the 60s through the 90s. Movies you love for what they are, not for when they were made. You can call them classic. We just call them great! fxm: Movies from Fox. From the classics to the cutting-edge, fxm has 60 years of movies direct from the source 20th Century Fox. It s filmmaking at its finest, uncut and commercial-free. SHOWTIME Three. It just doesn t get any better than this! A third channel of SHOWTIME offers you even more viewing options and a greater value. SHOWTIME Extreme. An entire channel dedicated to giving you extreme action, extreme suspense and extreme thrills! SHOWTIME Extreme means action movies with top action stars 24 hours a day. STARZ! (East & West). The best 100 percent all-movie channel that features more new hit movies playing in prime time than any other premium movie channel. STARZ! Theater (East & West). STARZ! Theater is programmed like a movie theater where movies are repeated at the same times every day all week long. Sundance Channel. From Robert Redford, founder of the Sundance Film Festival, comes Sundance Channel. You ll see award-winning feature films, shorts, documentaries and international cinema all uncut and commercial-free. HBO (East & West). America s #1 premium network. It s the place for the biggest Hollywood hits, great original movies, and award-winning series. HBO Family (East & West). Devoted to a safe viewing environment, showing only movies and programs that families can enjoy watching together. You ll never find an R-rated film on HBO Family. Turner Classic Movies (TCM). A 24-hour service with some of the best classic movies culled from vintage RKO, MGM and pre-1950 Warner Bros. film collections, presented uncut and commercial-free.
Music Special Interest Country Music Television (CMT). CMT plays the top 100 contemporary hit country music videos 24 hours a day. Also features interviews with the industry s hottest stars. MTV. The first 24-hour video music network continues to reflect the spirit of rock and roll. Features popular shows like MTV Unplugged, The Real World and the exciting MTV Video Music Awards. MTV2. All music, all the time. MTV2 delivers adventurous, cutting-edge music programming 24 hours a day. Showcases highlights from local music scenes. MuchMusic. The 24-hour service featuring rock, pop, and rap music video, entertainment news and views, fashion, film, art and viewer interaction. Presented in a high-tech, studioless, real time television environment. Music Choice (digital audio). Provides 31 channels of commercial-free, digital sound in formats to suit every music lover, from Big Band to Classic Rock, from Jazz to World Beat. An innovative song identification feature displays the song title, artist name, album title, record label, catalog number and a website address that DIRECTV subscribers can visit to order CDs and other merchandise. The Nashville Network (TNN). America s top source of country music entertainment offers original concert specials, entertainment news, music videos and exclusive sports coverage. Also see Sports Networks listing. VH1. The 24-hour Music First channel celebrates the ongoing tradition of rock and pop music. Includes programming like Pop-Up Video, Behind the Music, Storytellers and the VH1 Fashion Awards. PLAYBOY TV. Pay per view service offers sophisticated entertainment for adults, including PLAYBOY-produced series and specials ranging from the informative to the sensual. Public Interest Channels Clara+Vision. Spanish-language programming for the entire household! Clara+Vision promotes the well-being of the family by focusing on cultural, artistic, educational and moral issues. C-SPAN. Unique news and information programming, including 24-hour coverage of important political events from around the nation. C-SPAN offers debate from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN). 24-hour Spanish Catholic programming, including live Papal events, masses, documentaries, dramas, teaching series and children s animation. Inspirational Life. Tune in here for positive, inspirational programs filled with practical advice on health, finances and relationships! The fresh and distinctive format includes a daily 8-hour block of educational Hispanic programs. NASA TV. Delivers real-time coverage of NASA activities and missions! Tune in for educational programming, a look at the early years of NASA, special updates on Space Shuttle missions, Earth views from the Shuttle and more. PBS YOU. Turns your home into a classroom 24 hours a day with a wide range of lifelong learning and formal education programming. You can enrich your skills and knowledge, or even earn credit toward a college degree! StarNet. Learn at home with credit-courses for high school students & graduate courses for teachers. StarNet also features shows for elementary & junior high students, plus programming that leads to credit for K-12 administrators. Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN). Serving many denominations, one of America s mostwatched religious networks provides a variety of original programs, including Nashville gospel concerts, health and fitness, talk, children s features, and services from some of America s largest churches. WorldLink TV. Links Americans with each other and the world! You ll get a global perspective on world events and cultures through independent documentaries, international films, world music and live interactive programs. DIRECTV, Inc. 2230 East Imperial Hwy. El Segundo, CA 90245 Blackout restrictions apply to sports programming. To receive sports and a la carte programming and to order pay per view by remote, a DIRECTV subscription is required (except NFL SUNDAY TICKET and a la carte premium movie channels) and the DIRECTV System receiver must be continuously connected to a land-based phone line. Most sports subscriptions automatically continue each year at a special renewal rate, provided DIRECTV carries these services, unless subscriber calls to cancel prior to the start of the season. Commercial locations require an appropriate license agreement. Commercial signal theft is subject to civil and criminal penalties. A $5.00 order assistance fee applies to all pay per view phone-in orders. Pay per view programming is for private viewing only. In some areas, programming may be provided by affiliates of the National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative. In these areas, pricing and programming may differ from that described above. 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TM Pay Per View DIRECTV Pay Per View. Features up to 55 pay per view choices a day, including movies, sports and live special events. Hit films are available as often as every 30 minutes and can be ordered using the on-screen program guide and DIRECTV remote control. Movie programming is provided by every major Hollywood motion picture studio: The History Channel. It s Where the Past Comes Alive, with fascinating programs on subjects ranging from American and world history to exploration of politics, entertainment and social history. Home & Garden Television (HGTV). The only network devoted to everything Americans love about home. HGTV focuses on decorating, interior design, building, home electronics, remodeling, gardening, landscaping, hobbies and crafts. Home Shopping Network. Purchase consumer electronics, jewelry, clothes and much more from the comfort of your own home with the Home Shopping Network. Choose from a large selection of valuable, affordable brand name merchandise. General Entertainment A&E Network. The leader in quality entertainment featuring the best in comedy, drama, documentaries and performing arts, including the acclaimed BIOGRAPHY series. A&E leads the industry in providing programming with educational merit. BBC America. The very best of British television comes to America. Enjoy internationally acclaimed dramas, cutting-edge comedies, world-class news and compelling documentaries. Black Entertainment Television (BET). Keeps viewers entertained, educated and excited with hard-hitting news, electrifying music videos, family entertainment and more. Lifetime. Provides contemporary entertainment and informational programming dedicated to women, like the Intimate Portrait series, plus award-winning original movies, exclusive specials and acclaimed dramas. QVC. QVC is the virtual shopping mall that never closes. You ll get lots of information about name brand and new products fashion, fitness, electronics, home furnishings, tools, jewelry and more each demonstrated during relaxed, live presentations. TBS Superstation. Features an outstanding array of family-oriented programming. See exclusive specials, compelling documentaries and movies, plus pro sports. (Blackout restrictions apply.) Also see Sports Networks listing. TNT. When it comes to big-time entertainment, nobody plays movies, knows Toons or covers sports like TNT. Programming features the best movies Hollywood ever made, star-studded original productions and top NBA and NFL action. Bravo. Known as The Film and Arts Network, Bravo features critically acclaimed American independent and foreign films, Broadway theater, dance, jazz and classical music, documentaries and acclaimed series like Inside The Actors Studio. Univision. Univision is one of the top U.S. Spanish language broadcast networks with a variety of programming featuring Mexican novellas, talk shows, music and variety. Comedy Central. The only 24-hour, all-comedy network. Spotlights popular animated series for adults like South Park and Emmy Award-winner Dr. Katz: Professional Therapist, plus sitcoms, sketches, stand-up, talk shows and movies. E! Entertainment Television. The only network devoted exclusively to the world of entertainment. E! features celebrity interviews, previews of the latest movie releases, and original programs such as Talk Soup. Food Network. Helps viewers master new recipes and cooking techniques, jazz up family meals, learn the latest in healthier cuisine and explore fine restaurants nationwide. Hosts include world-class chefs like the popular Emeril Lagasse, plus working mothers and celebrities. FX. As one of the most dynamic and identifiable networks available, FX satisfies the youthful tastes of today s audience with a voice defined by boldness, daring and attitude. FX showcases an expanded line-up of unique originals, branded off-network series, sports and first run motion pictures. Galavisión. Features movies, music, telenovellas, special events and ECO, a news and entertainment service from Mexico City. Game Show Network. This 24-hour network combines classic game show favorites with original game show programming. Viewers can even participate in new interactive game shows by calling a toll-free number for their chance to play and win prizes. SCI FI Channel. The best of science fiction, science fact, fantasy and horror. Features classic and current popular series, original movies, animation and documentaries. USA Network. The Cure for the Common Show. USA Network offers an unbeatable lineup of original movies and series combined with popular off-network and syndicated series, blockbuster movies and early round coverage of championship sporting events. ValueVision. ValueVision is a 24-hour TV shopping network that offers busy viewers an entertaining mix of products from exclusive fine jewelry, fashions, and health and beauty aids to personal computers and consumer electronics. Knowledgeable show hosts often team up with visiting designers and other expert guests to give viewers comprehensive product information within an engaging, talk-show-type format. WGN Superstation. This popular network delivers exciting coverage of the Chicago Bulls, Cubs and White Sox (blackouts apply), plus kids and pre-teen favorites, action-adventure series, original programs, movies, specials and news. Local Channels DIRECTV offers access to local broadcast network channels via satellite to major metropolitan markets across the country up to 50 million homes, or about half of the nation s TV households. Eligibility for local channels is based on service address within certain designated market areas as defined by Nielson Media Research, Inc. Distant Broadcast Networks If customers don t receive a significant signal strength of grade B intensity (as defined by The Federal Communications Commission) of a local station affiliated with the requested network when using an off-air antenna, they may be eligible to receive some or all of these broadcast networks: WABC (ABC New York, NY), KABC (ABC Los Angeles, CA), WCBS (CBS New York, NY), KCBS (CBS Los Angeles, CA), WNYW (FOX New York, NY), KTTV (FOX Los Angeles, CA), WNBC (NBC New York, NY), KNBC (NBC Los Angeles, CA) and PBSNET.
sm News and Information All News Channel. It s News Straight from America s Hometowns. Get stories and pictures from local reporters and photographers who know the story best. Top news, weather and sports every half-hour, 24 hours a day. Bloomberg Television. Provides coverage of worldwide business and financial news. Over 40 news bureaus, all major commodities/debt/equity exchanges and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce contribute breaking news stories and statistical data. CNBC. Financial news highlights dominate the day, while nights include features and discussions of contemporary business issues. Travel Channel. The exciting Travel Channel invites viewers to explore the people, places and cultures of our world. Programming includes first-class travel documentaries, adventure excursions, international cuisine and travel tips. The Weather Channel. Provides 24-hour reports on regional and national weather conditions, special weather-related features and reports on unusual weather phenomena. ZDTV. This 24-hour network is dedicated to entertainment, education and information about computing, technology and the Internet. Diverse topics include popular web culture, computer help, personal finance and new products. Sports Networks CNN. The fastest, most complete 24-hour coverage of breaking news. CNN offers programs ranging from business to sports to entertainment, as well as topical interviews and Larry King Live. CNNfn/CNN International. The best in business and international news on one 24-hour CNN network. CNNfn delivers 12 hours of comprehensive business and stock market news from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET daily. CNN International features live breaking worldwide news coverage in multilingual formats and global weather and sports updates from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. ET daily. CNN/Sports Illustrated. Catch the latest slam dunk, grand slam or touchdown on CNN/Sports Illustrated. This 24-hour sports news network combines CNN s unmatched news gathering resources with the journalistic excellence of Sports Illustrated. ESPN. America s No. 1 sports network delivers all sports, all the time, plus diverse sports-related news and information. Features Sunday Night NFL, Major League Baseball and NCAA basketball. (Blackout restrictions apply.) Court TV. The only 24-hour network dedicated to live and taped coverage of courtroom trials. Coverage is supplemented by programs that focus on courts and legal issues from around the world. C-SPAN2. Unique news and information programming, including 24-hour coverage of important political events from around the nation. C-SPAN2 covers the U.S. Senate. Discovery Health Channel. The pre-eminent source for information on health, medicine and wellness. Discovery Health Channel and discoveryhealth.com are a fully integrated television channel and website that utilize cutting-edge technology to provide valuable information for living healthier, more vigorous lives. ESPN2. An exciting, fast-paced mix of sports events, news, information and entertainment, plus pro hockey. (Blackout restrictions apply.) ESPN Classic. The first 24-hour, all-sports television hall of fame, featuring the world s largest library of rare and exclusive programming from the NFL, NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball, classic boxing, Olympic Games, golf, tennis, figure skating, and college football and basketball. ESPNEWS. This 24-hour network provides up-to-the-minute details about important games and events. Viewers can catch breaking sports stories every half-hour, plus highlights, analysis, scores of key games, post-game interviews and much more. FOX News Channel. The FOX News channel delivers fair and balanced coverage of breaking news, special events, politics, sports, health, medicine, consumer, entertainment and business news. The 24-hour-a-day channel uses cutting-edge technology to pack more information into the news and onto the screen, allowing viewers to make up their own minds about stories that affect their lives. Headline News. Every 30 minutes, Turner Broadcasting s 24-hour news service delivers an updated, concise report on the day s top stories in business, sports and entertainment news for the on-the-go viewer. FOX Sports World. The only 24-hour, English-language, all international sports network in the United States. Ultimate passport to world class soccer, championship rugby, and international sports news. The Golf Channel. Provides 24-hour live and tape-delay coverage of world-class U.S. tournaments and international events, plus instructional programs. The Nashville Network (TNN). Wide-ranging programming that includes extensive coverage of the NASCAR racing circuit. Also see Music listing. The Health Network. Available 24-hours a day, seven days a week, The Health Network is always there to give you the health information that can help you and your family live happier, healthier lives. NBA.com TV. A new 24-hour network, NBA.com TV will give an insider s perspective on all the NBA action in-depth game coverage and highlights, real time stats and scores, NBA news, behind the scenes, plus great games from years past and much more! NBA.com TV is included with your NBA LEAGUE PASS subscription! MSNBC. MSNBC is a revolutionary 24-hour news, talk and information cable network and Internet service from NBC and Microsoft. MSNBC features all of NBC News expertise. MSNBC is the future of news, from the people you know. It s time to get connected! Outdoor Life Network. Brings scenic outdoor adventure indoors 24 hours a day. Includes family-oriented how-to information for the camper, angler, climber, bicyclist, hunter, photographer, skier, sailor, kayaker and more. Newsworld International. The alternative perspective in world television news 24 hours a day. Features reports from the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation s award-winning correspondents, plus feeds from major news services and unedited international newscasts. Regional sports networks. More than 20 regional sports networks from FOX Sports Net and SPORTSCHANNEL with hundreds of college sporting events and pro golf, volleyball, soccer, boxing, wrestling, tennis, and horse and auto racing from around the country. (Blackout restrictions apply. Pro and college sports subscriptions sold separately.)
MEGA MARCHTM Speedvision. Provides 24 hours of fast-paced programming for auto, boating and aviation enthusiasts. Features vehicle industry news, instructional programs and live international racing events. MEGA MARCH MANIA. Supplement local CBS coverage of the 2000 NCAA Men s Basketball Tournament with out-of-market games from the first three rounds.* TBS Superstation. One of America s most popular networks. Includes a wide variety of pro sports and sports specials. (Blackout restrictions apply.) TNT. Great programming includes sports and weekly series, plus the ever-popular NBA on TNT. (Blackout restrictions apply.) Ivy League Friday Nights. Exclusively on DIRECTV! Great men s basketball action from all eight Ivy League schools plus select women s games. Only available with Total Choice SPORTS or Total Choice PLATINUM. *Blackout restrictions and other conditions apply to sports subscriptions. Family/Children USA Network. Exclusive programming includes championship tennis and golf events. USA is also the official network of the World Wrestling Federation. WGN Superstation. One of America s favorite superstations offering exciting local sports coverage of the Chicago Bulls, Cubs and White Sox. (Blackout restrictions apply.) Sports Subscriptions Maximum College Basketball ESPN FULL COURT. Score top college basketball games from top conferences around the country ACC, BIG TEN, BIG XII, BIG EAST, SEC, ATLANTIC 10, CONFERENCE USA, MOUNTAIN WEST and more! Catch the best action and hottest rivalries!* Maximum College Football ESPN GamePlan. The best college football action from top conferences from around the country SEC, BIG TEN, BIG XII, PAC 10, ACC, BIG EAST, MOUNTAIN WEST and more. Catch up to 10 great regular season games each week!* Animal Planet. Welcome to Animal Planet, the only cable channel where animals play starring roles in a lineup of incredible variety! We ll surprise you with wildly entertaining shows for the whole family: adventure, real-life dramas, sports, pet knowhow and the world s most fascinating wildlife documentaries. Cartoon Network. The world s first and only 24-hour network offering 8,500 animated programs from the Hanna-Barbera libraries, including Rocky & Bullwinkle, The Flintstones and many more. Discovery Channel. Expand your horizons with powerful and insightful news and information documentaries from the worlds of science, nature, medicine and outdoor adventure. Disney Channel (East & West). Quality entertainment for the whole family, featuring animated Disney classics, original series, entertainment specials and movies. MLB EXTRA INNINGS SM. The Pennant Race Begins Here. Catch up to 35 out-of-market Major League Baseball games a week during the regular season, including the best of Interleague Play.* FOX Family Channel. FOX Family Channel offers high-quality, contemporary, funny and exciting entertainment including original and acquired movies, series and specials for the entire family. MLS/ESPN SHOOTOUT. Get your kicks here with over 100 Major League Soccer games from around the league, plus up to 11 playoff matchups.* Follow your favorite teams and stars! The Learning Channel (TLC). Entertaining and informative family programming including six commercial-free hours of weekday programming for preschoolers. NBA LEAGUE PASS. Watch the games, players and matchups you want up to 40 regular season NBA games a week from outside your local area.* Also receive NBA.com TV, a new 24-hour NBA network that will give an insider s perspective on all the NBA action in depth game coverage and highlights, real time stats and scores, NBA news, behind the scenes, plus great games from years past and much more! Nickelodeon/Nick at Nite (East & West). As the first network for kids, Nickelodeon is a world leader in original programming for children with shows like Rugrats. Nick at Nite features best-loved and time-tested shows like I Love Lucy, The Bob Newhart Show and Happy Days. NFL SUNDAY TICKET. Not available on cable or any other mini-dish service. See the biggest selection of NFL games featuring marquee matchups and the best chance to see your favorite teams. Choose from as many as 13 regular season games every Sunday. (Local blackout rules apply.)* Toon Disney. The magic of Disney animation comes to life! TOON DISNEY is your 24-hour home to family-friendly cartoons, including classic hits, fun new original programs and little kids blocks. NHL CENTER ICE. Score the best NHL action from outside your local area, including select first and second round Stanley Cup playoff games up to 30 regular season games a week and the best Canadian matchups.* TRIO. The new vision in quality television, showcasing distinctive and award-winning dramas, documentaries and films. Also features wonderful original programming for children and teens. WNBA SEASON PASS. Up to 50 regular season WNBA games from outside your local area, including exciting expansion teams.* TV Land. A 24-hour network by the creators of Nick at Nite, offering all-time favorite sitcoms, dramas, westerns, and variety shows, plus rare specials and retro-commercials.