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| ABOUT
HBO COMEDY |
| HBO
has always been a broadcaster willing
to take risks and push the boundaries
in the Comedy genre. In the early days
of cable, HBO forged their stronghold
in original programming with comedy. This
lead to programming successes such as
Comic Relief, Sex & the City, and The
Larry Sanders Show, to name a few. Now,
the "HBO Comedy Hour" franchise is perceived
as the make-or-break platform for stand-up
comedians. HBO's legacy of discovery has
created comedy stars such as Robin Williams,
Billy Crystal, George Carlin, Chris Rock,
Dennis Miller, Bill Maher, Whoopi Goldberg,
Roseanne, Damon Wayans, Eddie Murphy,
Kathy Griffin and Dave Chappelle. With
the addition of original web comedy programming,
HBO Comedy will continue to be the premiere
name in the comedy genre, both online
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Box Office is America's most successful premium
television network, whether measured by operating
performance, subscribers, awards, ratings or critical
acclaim. Its two 24-hour services-HBO and Cinemax-grew
to 36.5 million U.S. subscribers in 2000.
Known
for offering blockbuster movies, innovative original
programming, provocative documentaries, concert
events and championship boxing, HBO is the highest-rated
cable service during the day and in prime time.
HBO's
programming was recognized in 2000 with 20 Primetime
Emmy Awards, 8 Golden Globes, 6 Peabody Awards©
and an Oscar©. At the 2001 Golden Globes, HBO won
4 awards-the most of any TV network.
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