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Friday HD programming guide covering CBS, NBC, The WB, Discovery HD Theater, and other networks, with no ABC or PBS national HD broadcasts scheduled that evening.

Source document circa 2003 preserved as-is

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ABC PRIMETIME PROGRAMMING
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NO HDTV PROGRAMMING TONIGHT

CBS PROGRAMMING
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The Young and The Restless

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Welcome to Genoa City...
Where the Newmans and Abbotts
do battle in the boardroom!

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HACK

"All Night Long"
Olshansky has one of the most exasperating nights of his life while trying to track down a fare who left behind an envelope with $10,000 in cash.

NBC PRIME TIME PROGRAMMING 
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CROSSING JORDAN

PRISONER EXCHANGE   
CONFIDENTIALITY COMES AT A HIGH COST FOR GRIEF COUNSELOR LILY -- Lily's (Kathryn Hahn) principles are put to the test after the wife of a murder victim (guest star Lily Knight) makes a late night confession putting the grief counselor in a tight spot as she attempts to uphold confidentiality despite a court subpoena and Jordan's (Jill Hennessy) demands for the truth. Meanwhile, Garret's (Miguel Ferrer) testimony sets an alleged pedophile free, forcing him to partner with his nemesis, D.A. Walcott (guest star Susan Gibney), to find new evidence to convict this sexual predator. Steve Valentine, Ken Howard, Ravi Kapoor and Lorraine Toussaint also star. TV-14

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THE TONIGHT SHOW
WITH JAY LENO

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Tonight's Guest

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  • Johnny Depp - Pirates of the Caribbean
  • "Wiener Dog Races"
  • Music - Ricky Martin

 

THE WB PRIME TIME PROGRAMMING

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REBA

The Feud
Reba (Reba McEntire) doesn't like it one bit when she is pressured to take sides as the key witness in a silly legal battle between two bullheaded and immature dentists, her boss Eugene (guest star Dan Castellaneta, the voice of Homer Simpson in The Simpsons) and Brock (Christopher Rich). Meanwhile, the gloves come off when Cheyenne (JoAnna Garcia) and Van (Steve Howey) argue over which one of them is a bigger liar and cheat.
Scarlett Pomers, Mitch Holleman and Melissa Peterman also star. Will Mackenzie directed the episode written by Ari Posner & Eric Preven.

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REBA

The Will
After a near-death experience, Reba (Reba McEntire) decides it's time to put her personal matters in order and draw up a will. However, Reba goes off the deep end when she accidentally discovers that Cheyenne (JoAnna Garcia) and Van (Steve Howey) have asked Brock (Christopher Rich) and Barbra Jean (Melissa Peterman) to be Elizabeth's guardians in the event that something happens to them.
Scarlett Pomers and Jake Holleman also star. Moosie Drier directed the episode written by Christopher Case.

PBS PROGRAM SCHEDULE

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HDTV PROGRAMMING TONIGHT

 

DISCOVERY HD THEATER PROGRAMMING
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Friday, June 27, 2003

6:00A ET 5:00A CT 4:00A MT 3:00A PT
IMPRESSIONISTS ON THE SEINE

The Phillips Collection presented an Impressionist exhibit based around their Renoir painting, "Luncheon of the Boating Party." An in-depth history of this painting is given, as well as comparisons of many others from that period.

6:30A ET 5:30A CT 4:30A MT 3:30A PT
WOVEN BY THE GRANDMOTHERS

Images of natural beauty provide rich inspiration for Native American weavers. Explore their work featured in the exhibition, "Woven by the Grandmothers: 19th Century Navajo Texiles."

7:00A ET 6:00A CT 5:00A MT 4:00A PT
MAKEOVER STORY, A

IMUS IN THE MORNING
No Description Available.

7:30A ET 6:30A CT 5:30A MT 4:30A PT
WEDDING STORY, A
GRACE & DAVE
No Description Available.

8:00A ET 7:00A CT 6:00A MT 5:00A PT
WASHINGTON THE BEAUTIFUL
Experience the scenic wonders and celebrations that make Washington state unique. Travel across the state from the scenic vistas of Mount Rainier and the tulip fields of Skagit Valley to the urban landscape of Seattle.

9:00A ET 8:00A CT 7:00A MT 6:00A PT
URBAN WILD
TOKYO
Much of Tokyo's wildlife was displaced after the destruction and rebuilding after World War II. Uncover the resilient flora and fauna that have created new and unique habitats in this Japanese city.

10:00A ET 9:00A CT 8:00A MT 7:00A PT
JEFF CORWIN EXPERIENCE, THE
PERU
Wild experiences with a guy who loves adventure as much as he loves wild animals. A television series with a goal...to explore the planet in search of the most fantastic wildlife and wildest adventures before they disappear.

11:00A ET 10:00A CT 9:00A MT 8:00A PT
FEAST OF DATES
Travel to the United Arab Emirates where the date palm serves as the tree of life for the desert dwellers. Known as the phoenix by scientists, for its ability to survive in the driest and harshest places, the date palm is an extraordinary species.

12:00P ET 11:00A CT 10:00A MT 9:00A PT
IMPRESSIONISTS ON THE SEINE
The Phillips Collection presented an Impressionist exhibit based around their Renoir painting, "Luncheon of the Boating Party." An in-depth history of this painting is given, as well as comparisons of many others from that period.

12:30P ET 11:30A CT 10:30A MT 9:30A PT
WOVEN BY THE GRANDMOTHERS
Images of natural beauty provide rich inspiration for Native American weavers. Explore their work featured in the exhibition, "Woven by the Grandmothers: 19th Century Navajo Texiles."

1:00P ET 12:00P CT 11:00A MT 10:00A PT
MAKEOVER STORY, A
IMUS IN THE MORNING
No Description Available.

1:30P ET 12:30P CT 11:30A MT 10:30A PT
WEDDING STORY, A
GRACE & DAVE
No Description Available.

2:00P ET 1:00P CT 12:00P MT 11:00A PT
WASHINGTON THE BEAUTIFUL
Experience the scenic wonders and celebrations that make Washington state unique. Travel across the state from the scenic vistas of Mount Rainier and the tulip fields of Skagit Valley to the urban landscape of Seattle.

3:00P ET 2:00P CT 1:00P MT 12:00P PT
URBAN WILD
TOKYO (Repeat) [TV G]
Much of Tokyo's wildlife was displaced after the destruction and rebuilding after World War II. Uncover the resilient flora and fauna that have created new and unique habitats in this Japanese city.

4:00P ET 3:00P CT 2:00P MT 1:00P PT
JEFF CORWIN EXPERIENCE, THE

PERU
Wild experiences with a guy who loves adventure as much as he loves wild animals. A television series with a goal...to explore the planet in search of the most fantastic wildlife and wildest adventures before they disappear.

5:00P ET 4:00P CT 3:00P MT 2:00P PT
FEAST OF DATES
Travel to the United Arab Emirates where the date palm serves as the tree of life for the desert dwellers. Known as the phoenix by scientists, for its ability to survive in the driest and harshest places, the date palm is an extraordinary species.

6:00P ET 5:00P CT 4:00P MT 3:00P PT
WYOMING WILD
The Great Plains of Wyoming are a rugged paradise where many creatures thrive. A visit to Yellowstone National Park in the fall reveals valleys filled with coyote, moose, otters and swans.

6:30P ET 5:30P CT 4:30P MT 3:30P PT
MARDI GRAS
Two million people, twelve days, eighty parades, and ten thousand gallons of gumbo, and nine hundred tons of trash equals sleepless nights in the Big Easy each year. Experience the party to end all parties - Mardi Gras in New Orleans.

7:00P ET 6:00P CT 5:00P MT 4:00P PT
BEST OF THE BIG EASY
Discover New Orleans is a place like nowhere else. A city where anything goes, we'll explore the best of the "paradise of excess," from a club hop that keeps you jumping to places where the party never seems to end.

PRIMETIME

8:00P ET 7:00P CT 6:00P MT 5:00P PT
A BRIEF HISTORY OF TIME
No Description Available.

10:00P ET 9:00P CT 8:00P MT 7:00P PT
THUNDER ON THE BRAZOS

Enter the world of drag boat racing. Top fuel hydros are the fastest boats, with the power to accelerate three and half to four
G's.

10:30P ET 9:30P CT 8:30P MT 7:30P PT
TEXAS WILD
Across the vast terrain of Texas, a diverse variety of animals create habitats in the rolling hills, craggy cliffs and rushing
rivers. Travel throughout eight regions of the Lone Star state to discover the colorful flora and distinct fauna.

11:00P ET 10:00P CT 9:00P MT 8:00P PT
AFRICA'S ELEPHANT KINGDOM
An extended elephant family, featuring a venerable Old Bull, embarks upon a life-and-death journey across the vast African
plains. Through oppressive conditions they persevere, facing extraordinary joys and sorrows in life.

12:00M ET 11:00P CT 10:00P MT 9:00P PT
WYOMING WILD
(Repeat) (6/28, 6/28) [TV G]
The Great Plains of Wyoming are a rugged paradise where many creatures thrive. A visit to Yellowstone National Park in the fall reveals valleys filled with coyote, moose, otters and swans.

12:30A ET 11:30P CT 10:30P MT 9:30P PT
MARDI GRAS
Two million people, twelve days, eighty parades, and ten thousand gallons of gumbo, and nine hundred tons of trash equals sleepless nights in the Big Easy each year. Experience the party to end all parties - Mardi Gras in New Orleans.

1:00A ET 12:00M CT 11:00P MT 10:00P PT
BEST OF THE BIG EASY
Discover New Orleans is a place like nowhere else. A city where anything goes, we'll explore the best of the "paradise of excess," from a club hop that keeps you jumping to places where the party never seems to end.

2:00A ET 1:00A CT 12:00M MT 11:00P PT
A BRIEF HISTORY OF TIME
No Description Available.

4:00A ET 3:00A CT 2:00A MT 1:00A PT
THUNDER ON THE BRAZOS

Enter the world of drag boat racing. Top fuel hydros are the fastest boats, with the power to accelerate three and half to four
G's.

4:30A ET 3:30A CT 2:30A MT 1:30A PT
TEXAS WILD
Across the vast terrain of Texas, a diverse variety of animals create habitats in the rolling hills, craggy cliffs and rushing rivers. Travel throughout eight regions of the Lone Star state to discover the colorful flora and distinct fauna.

DAYTIME

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ESPN HD PROGRAMMING

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COMING JUNE 29TH

College World Series
MLB - Mets at Yankees

8:00 PM/ET

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DATE SPORT EVENT TIME [ET]
6/29 Major League Baseball Mets at Yankees 8:00
7/4 Major League Baseball Mets at Reds 1:00
7/6 Major League Baseball Cardinals at Cubs 8:00
7/7 Major League Baseball Teams To Be Determined 1:00 or 7:00
7/9 Major League Baseball Braves at Mets 12:00
7/13 Major League Baseball Giants at Diamondbacks 8:00
7/14 Major League Baseball Home Run Derby 8:00
7/17 Major League Baseball Mets at Braves 1:00
7/20 Major League Baseball Cardinals at Dodgers 8:00
7/27 Major League Baseball Yankees at Red Sox 8:00
8/3 Major League Baseball Dodgers at Braves 8:00
8/7 National Football League (pre-season) Patriots at Giants 8:00
8/10 Major League Baseball Braves at Cardinals 8:00
8/11 National Football League (pre-season) Saints at Eagles 8:00
8/16 National Football League (pre-season) Titans at Bills 8:00
8/17 Major League Baseball Cardinals at Phillies 8:00
8/20 Major League Baseball Teams To Be Determined TBD
8/23 Black Coaches Association Classic (college football) Teams To Be Determined 8:00
8/24 Major League Baseball Mariners at Red Sox 8:00
8/28 College Football Teams To Be Determined 7:30
8/31 Major League Baseball Giants at Diamonbacks 8:00

ESPN HD is a 24/7 simulcast of ESPN programming so telecasts on ESPN are simultaneously available on ESPN HD. In addition to the regular up-converted ESPN telecasts ESPN HD will originally produce a growing number of its top events in the 720 progressive scan format. 

FOX SPORTS

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June 26, 2003 _To this announcement below we can now add that FOX is going HDTV 720p for their over-the-air te4levision network. Congratulations FOX! Welcome to the family FOX!

Excerpted from Broadcasting & Cable, by Allison Romano

 "Fox Sports Net is jumping into high-definition production with some of its local and regional sports coverage.

 Time Warner Cable will offer FSN games from Fox's 13 owned-and-operated regional sports networks as part of the MSO's latest free HDTV offerings.

 FSN will concentrate its efforts in markets it shares with Time Warner, including Los Angeles; Minneapolis; Orlando, Fla.; Houston; and North Carolina.

 FSN will produce the games locally in high definition, and they will be available at no additional charge to subscribers."

Aavailable on Time-Warner Cable

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NBA TV IN HIGH-DEFINITION
NBA TV is now in HD seven days a week. Viewers with HD capability can experience NBA TV's daily lineup which includes NBA games, some of the greatest games in NBA history including key NBA Finals, Playoffs and All-Star matchups, original programming and highlights. The daily HD programming airs 4-6 p.m. ET weekdays and 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET on weekends. NBA TV's daily HD lineup is available on channel 198 for DIRECTV customers and on channel 9425 for DISH Network customers.(Per their web site 6/22/03)

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7:30 AM ET / 4:30 AM PT That Night
PG13 - 1:29
Cast: Juliette Lewis, C. Thomas Howell, Helen Shaver, Director: Craig Bolotin
Coming-of-age story about special friendships, first love and a long summer night, that changes the lives of three people forever.

9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT

Midnight In St. Petersburg
R - 1:28
Cast: Michael Caine, Michelle Rene Thomas, Jason Connery, Director: Douglas Jackson
Former British secret agent Harry Palmer now runs a private investigation company in Russia. He gets a job to locate and recover a consignment of stolen plutonium. Along the way he must deal with the violent Russian Mafia, and also find a woman who has been kidnapped.

10:30 AM ET / 7:30 AM PT

White Water Summer
PG - 1:30
Cast: Kevin Bacon, Sean Astin, Jonathan Ward, Director: Jeff Bleckner
An experienced guide (Vic) accompanies a city boy (Alan) and his three friends on their first wilderness experience. Hoping to teach the four boys lessons not only about the wilderness, but about themselves, Vic pushes them to the limit. Soon after alienating the boys, Vic finds himself in desperate need of help and must rely on his students in order to survive.

12:05 PM ET / 9:05 AM PT

The Good Guys and the Bad Guys
PG - 1:31
Cast: Robert Mitchum, George Kennedy, Martin Balsam, Director: Burt Kennedy
Once enemies, a retired Marshall and a forgotten outlaw join forces to thwart the efforts of a group of bandits determined to rob a train.

1:35 PM ET / 10:35 AM PT

That Night
PG13 - 1:29
Cast: Juliette Lewis, C. Thomas Howell, Helen Shaver, Director: Craig Bolotin
Coming-of-age story about special friendships, first love and a long summer night, that changes the lives of three people forever.

3:05 PM ET / 12:05 PM PT

The Man With Two Brains
R - 1:33
Cast: Steve Martin, Kathleen Turner, Sissy Spacek, Director: Carl Reiner
A sex-starved world-famous surgeon falls in love with a barin in a jar, and sets out to find it the proper "home".

4:35 PM ET / 1:35 PM PT

Midnight In St. Petersburg
R - 1:28
Cast: Michael Caine, Michelle Rene Thomas, Jason Connery, Director: Douglas Jackson
Former British secret agent Harry Palmer now runs a private investigation company in Russia. He gets a job to locate and recover a consignment of stolen plutonium. Along the way he must deal with the violent Russian Mafia, and also find a woman who has been kidnapped.

6:15 PM ET / 3:15 PM PT

Hide in Plain Sight
PG - 1:38
Cast: James Caan, Jill Eikenberry, Robert Viharo, Director: James Caan
True story about a divorced man whose children are swept away by the U.S. government when their new father is moved underground by the Justice Department's witness relocation program.

8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT

Gypsy
NR - 2:29
Cast: Rosalind Russell, Natalie Wood, Ann Jillian, Director: Mervyn LeRoy
Musical version of the life of stripper Gypsy Rose Lee, tells the story of her devotion to her two young daughters as she vows to make each of them the star that she never was.

10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT

Lush Life
R - 1:36
Cast: Forest Whitaker, Jeff Goldblum, Kathy Baker, Director: Michael Elias
Goldblum and Whitaker portray working musicians and buddies on the N.Y. music scene.

12:30 AM ET / 9:30 PM PT

Gypsy
NR - 2:29
Cast: Rosalind Russell, Natalie Wood, Ann Jillian, Director: Mervyn LeRoy
Musical version of the life of stripper Gypsy Rose Lee, tells the story of her devotion to her two young daughters as she vows to make each of them the star that she never was.

3:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM PT

Lush Life
R - 1:36
Cast: Forest Whitaker, Jeff Goldblum, Kathy Baker, Director: Michael Elias
Goldblum and Whitaker portray working musicians and buddies on the N.Y. music scene.

5:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM PT

That Night
PG13 - 1:29
Cast: Juliette Lewis, C. Thomas Howell, Helen Shaver, Director: Craig Bolotin
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TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS:
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8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT * Premiere *
Square Pegs
A Cafeteria Line - Vinnie and Jennifer, Weemawee's "killer couple," are suddenly on the outs when Vinnie is cast as the male lead in the school musical and starts making eyes at his female co-star -- Patty.

9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT * Premiere *
HDNet's Across America
Models - Models know that time is running out on their careers. Sabrina will do almost anything to stay on top. Branden is a rookie in New York, a devout Christian, with a body to kill for, but his limits are reached when he's asked to pose with naked women.

9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT * Premiere *
True Music
This week on True Music, pop rock sensation The Atari's headline the show and perform their national hit song "In My Diary". Also, Seven Story Drop gives HDNet an exclusive look at their very first acoustic concert! Finally, you don't want to miss the true rock sound of Altered.

10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT * Premiere *
That's Life
Heart Problems - The family becomes overly protective after Frank suffers a mild heart attack; Victor avoids dealing with his 11 year-old daughter; Candy reveals a startling revelation to Paulie.
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Mark Cuban
Founder of HDNet

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6:00 AM ET / 3:00 AM PT
Beautiful Landscapes of Japan
Kakunodate, Akita

6:30 AM ET / 3:30 AM PT
6th Annual Superkarts SuperNationals
Non-pro championship finals

9:30 AM ET / 6:30 AM PT
Higher Definition
Pop-culture writer/host Robert Wilonsky talks and shoots a few hoops with actor Mark Wahlberg of The Italian Job, writer/director Neil LaBute sits down with us for an interesting chat about the making of his new film The Shape of Things. Plus, previews of what's coming soon in HDNet entertainment.

10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT
Eye of the Beholder
For more than 40 years, from a work/live compound in San Diego's backcountry, James Hubbell has directed his childhood interest in painting and sculpture to an architectural vision that has breached the world of straight lines and right angles. His creations test dimension, inspire wonder and instill introspection.

11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT
Beautiful Landscapes of Japan
Kakunodate, Akita

11:30 AM ET / 8:30 AM PT
Island Time
British Virgin Islands - Scott knows very little about boats. But that doesn't stop him from renting a yacht in the beautiful British Virgin Islands and going sailing with author Justin Matott.

12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT
HDNet's Across America
Venice Beach, California - Hanging out in Venice, California, is more than just a day at the beach. From glass walkers to fast talkers, it's California's second most popular tourist attraction.

12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT
HDNet World Report

1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT
Square Pegs
A Cafeteria Line - Vinnie and Jennifer, Weemawee's "killer couple," are suddenly on the outs when Vinnie is cast as the male lead in the school musical and starts making eyes at his female co-star -- Patty.

1:30 PM ET / 10:30 AM PT
That's Life
Heart Problems - The family becomes overly protective after Frank suffers a mild heart attack; Victor avoids dealing with his 11 year-old daughter; Candy reveals a startling revelation to Paulie.

2:30 PM ET / 11:30 AM PT
Some of My Best Friends
Shaggy Dog Story - Warren hesitantly agrees to adopt a lost puppy so that Frankie can impress an attractive new tenant in their building. Meanwhile, Pino gets up the nerve to ask Meryl out on a date, but his face and arms swell up from his severe allergy to the dog.

3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT
The HDNet Horse Racing Challenge
The Challenge continues! Trainers, jockeys and wagerers compete in the second of a five week challenge.

5:30 PM ET / 2:30 PM PT
First Monday
Dangerous Words - A website on abortion leads to a doctor's murder. The Court looks at the free speech case & inciting violence.

6:30 PM ET / 3:30 PM PT
Over(R) Canada
Take a spectacular helicopter tour of our neighbor to the north.

7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT
Island Time
British Virgin Islands - Scott knows very little about boats. But that doesn't stop him from renting a yacht in the beautiful British Virgin Islands and going sailing with author Justin Matott.

8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT * Premiere *
Square Pegs
A Cafeteria Line - Vinnie and Jennifer, Weemawee's "killer couple," are suddenly on the outs when Vinnie is cast as the male lead in the school musical and starts making eyes at his female co-star -- Patty.

8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT
HDNet World Report

9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT * Premiere *
HDNet's Across America
Models - Models know that time is running out on their careers. Sabrina will do almost anything to stay on top. Branden is a rookie in New York, a devout Christian, with a body to kill for, but his limits are reached when he's asked to pose with naked women.

9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT * Premiere *
True Music
This week on True Music, pop rock sensation The Atari's headline the show and perform their national hit song "In My Diary". Also, Seven Story Drop gives HDNet an exclusive look at their very first acoustic concert! Finally, you don't want to miss the true rock sound of Altered.

10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT * Premiere *
That's Life
Heart Problems - The family becomes overly protective after Frank suffers a mild heart attack; Victor avoids dealing with his 11 year-old daughter; Candy reveals a startling revelation to Paulie.

11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
First Monday
Dangerous Words - A website on abortion leads to a doctor's murder. The Court looks at the free speech case & inciting violence.

12:00 AM ET / 9:00 PM PT
Blue Oyster Cult: A Long Day's Night
New York City's legendary Blue Oyster Cult gather together with fans from all over the country at Chicago's Navy Pier. It's "A Long Day's Night" of rock and roll celebrating their 30th anniversary, with big hits, fan favorites, and some new classics. Songs include Godzilla, (Don't Fear) The Reaper, Harvest Moon, and Perfect Water.

2:00 AM ET / 11:00 PM PT
Ladies Man
Jimmy has discovered the newest way of controlling the women in his life and getting everything he wants by crying. Through Gene's "coaching," Jimmy sets out to soften the ladies up by showing his sensitive and emotional side. It works like a charm, until the ladies catch on and turn the tables on Jimmy and give him a taste of his own medicine.

2:30 AM ET / 11:30 PM PT
Bette
Two Days at a Time - Bette is asked to participate in Oprah's book club but, because of her hectic schedule, never has time to actually read the book she is to discuss on television.

3:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM PT
Major League Soccer
Los Angeles Galaxy @ Colorado Rapids
Special Encore Presentation

5:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM PT
Some of My Best Friends
Shaggy Dog Story - Warren hesitantly agrees to adopt a lost puppy so that Frankie can impress an attractive new tenant in their building. Meanwhile, Pino gets up the nerve to ask Meryl out on a date, but his face and arms swell up from his severe allergy to the dog.

5:30 AM ET / 2:30 AM PT
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DIRECTV To Launch New High-Definition Package
New HD Package
will Launch July 1 and Include ESPN HD, Discovery HD TheaterTM, HDNet and HDNet Movies


El Segundo, CA Jun 3, 2003  DIRECTV, Inc., the nation's leading digital multichannel television service provider, announced today that it will launch a new high-definition (HD) programming package on July 1. The HD package will include ESPN HD, Discovery HD TheaterTM, HDNet and HDNet Movies, and is available by subscription for $10.99 per month.

In addition to ESPN HD, Discovery HD Theater, HDNet and HDNet Movies, DIRECTV will also provide its customers with special events broadcast in HD, similar to events broadcast in the past, such as USA's coverage of the Masters Tournament, NBA games and NBA TV programming blocks.

"DIRECTV has been a passionate proponent of HDTV since it launched the first coast-to-coast HD-feed more than four years ago," said Stephanie Campbell, senior vice president, Programming, DIRECTV, Inc. "Over the last year, as the HD category has gained tremendous momentum, our customers have told us they want more HD programming. The launch of this HD package reinforces DIRECTV's commitment to the category, and to offering our customers the best quality high-definition programming."

The DIRECTV HD package includes:

espmnhd.jpg (1018 bytes)ESPN HD - A 24-hour high-definition simulcast service of ESPN that delivers the best lineup of quality sports events, news and information and entertainment telecasts currently available, including games from Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association , the National Football League and the National Hockey League.

discovery.jpg (1277 bytes)Discovery HD Theater - Discovery HD Theater is the new 24/7 channel filmed entirely in high-definition. The channel delivers programs about nature, science and technology, geography, travel and world culture all designed to provide the highest-quality viewing experience available. It offers the world's most spectacular images delivered in the world's most stunning quality. Discovery HD Theater is like having a movie theater right in your own home.

hdnet.jpg (1501 bytes)HDNet - A 24-hour network featuring live sports like NHL® and MLS® games, boxing, drama series, concerts and original news and documentary programming including HDNet World Report and Across America.

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Showing This Month

Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie
Friday After Next
Road to Perdition

The Tuxedo
Rodger Dodger

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Starting in June, watch more HD every day! DISH On Demand Pay-Per-View now offers a variety of HD movies every day. Customers with dishes pointing to the 61.5° and 148º orbital location and a HD-capable receiver can tune into Channel 9428 to see movies in HD for only $5.99.

If you would like to find out about upgrading to an HD receiver, call 1-800-333-DISH (3474) for more information.

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My Big Fat Greek Wedding
The Tuxedo
Friday After Next
Road To Perdition
The Ring
Standing in the Shadows of Motown
Catch Me If You Can Return To Top

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All Times Eastern

8:30 AM
SOMEONE LIKE YOU
Rated PG13 for
Time:97
Genre:Comedy, Romance
A jilted talk-show producer uses her chauvenistic roommate as an example of her "animal" theory about men, but winds up falling in love instead in this romantic comedy. Adapted from Laura Zigman's novel Animal Husbandry and directed by Tony Goldwyn (A Walk on the Moon), the film stars Ashley Judd as Jane Goodale, a broken-hearted young woman who ghostwrites a column explaining her idea that men are like bulls--who always desire a new cow instead of remaining interested in one they've already had. Her new roommate Eddie (Jackman) seems to be a perfect example of this bovine theory...until their obvious attraction begins to grow! Marisa Tomei and Ellen Barkin co-star.
Actors:
ASHLEY JUDD, HUGH JACKMAN, GREG KINNEAR, MARISA TOMEI, ELLEN BARKIN, CATHERINE DENT, PETER FRIEDMAN, LAURA REGAN

10:15 AM
THE GUN IN BETTY LOU'S HANDBAG
Rated PG13 for
Time:88
Genre:Comedy, Thriller
Betty Lou Perkins is the town librarian, and her life is just about perfect. The only problem is that no one, including her policeman husband, pays any attention to her at all. When Betty Lou discovers an abandoned gun, she decides to carry it as a totem of her new personality...and ends up confessing to a murder! By doing so, she attains the notoriety and popularity she has always sought. But what Betty Lou doesn't know is that real murderer is a dangerous mobster, who is now after her. With Penelope Ann Miller, Eric Thal (A Stranger Among Us), William Forsythe, Cathy Moriarty and Alfre Woodard. Directed by Allan Moyle; written by Grace Cary Bickley.
Actors:
PENELOPE ANN MILLER, ERIC THAL, ALFRE WOODARD, CATHY MORIARTY, WILLIAM FORSYTHE, JULIANNE MOORE

11:45 AM
THE BIG PICTURE
Rated PG13 for
Time:101
Genre:Comedy
"A rib-tickler...deliciously nuts" says The Hollywood Reporter about this screwy look at the movie industry. An earnest Ohio film student goes to Hollywood-and finds out what really happens behind the scenes! With Jennifer Jason Leigh and Martin Short, and guest stars Elliott Gould, Eddie Albert, June Lockhart and Roddy McDowall.
Actors:
KEVIN BACON, EMILY LONGSTRETH, J.T. WALSH, JENNIFER JASON LEIGH, ELLIOTT GOULD

1:30 PM
TROJAN WAR
Rated PG13 for
Time:83
Genre:Comedy
"Be prepared!" learns a high school senior when his big chance with the sexiest girl in class turns into the zaniest condom hunt in history!
Actors:
WILL FRIEDLE, JENNIFER HEWITT, MARLEE SHELTON, ERIC BALFOUR, DANNY MASTERSON

4:45 PM
SOMEONE LIKE YOU
Rated PG13 for
Time:97
Genre:Comedy, Romance

A jilted talk-show producer uses her chauvenistic roommate as an example of her "animal" theory about men, but winds up falling in love instead in this romantic comedy. Adapted from Laura Zigman's novel Animal Husbandry and directed by Tony Goldwyn (A Walk on the Moon), the film stars Ashley Judd as Jane Goodale, a broken-hearted young woman who ghostwrites a column explaining her idea that men are like bulls--who always desire a new cow instead of remaining interested in one they've already had. Her new roommate Eddie (Jackman) seems to be a perfect example of this bovine theory...until their obvious attraction begins to grow! Marisa Tomei and Ellen Barkin co-star.
Actors:
ASHLEY JUDD, HUGH JACKMAN, GREG KINNEAR, MARISA TOMEI, ELLEN BARKIN, CATHERINE DENT, PETER FRIEDMAN, LAURA REGAN

6:30 PM
THE ENEMY WITHIN
Rated TV14 for
Time:86
Genre:Drama, Suspense
The U.S. President is about to be overthrown in a military coup--and a Pentagon Colonel has just a week to stop it. But first he has to prove that the plot exists. Forest Whitaker stars in this suspense drama as the loyal officer, racing against time to get the hard evidence he needs to keep the power-hungry generals from taking over the government. Jason Robards is the plot's ruthless mastermind.
Actors:
FOREST WHITAKER, SAM WATERSTON, JASON ROBARDS, DANA DELANEY

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8:00 PM
KISS OF THE DRAGON
Rated R for
Time:98
Genre:Action, Martial Arts
Crank up the volume and get ready for a high-intensity thrill-ride as Jet Li takes on a city full of corrupt cops in this "hard core" (L.A. Times) martial-arts film. Li plays a brilliant Chinese cop sent to aid French police in the arrest of a big-time drug dealer in Paris. When things get out of hand and the kingpin is murdered, Li takes the blame and winds up the target of a city-wide manhunt, thanks to a dirty police chief. Armed with only his lethal hands and feet (and any item within his reach!), Li manages to obtain the one piece of evidence that proves his innocence...but first he must battle every thug in Paris while helping a drug-addled prostitute save her child. Bridget Fonda and Tcheky Karyo co-star. "A slick, straight-ahead action thriller" (Variety). Directed by Chris Nahon; screenplay by producer Luc Besson and Robert Mark Kamen from a story by Jet Li.
Actors:
JET LI, BRIDGET FONDA, TCHEKY KARYO, RIC YOUNG, BURT KWOUK

12:45 AM
BOOTY CALL
Rated R for
Time:79
Genre:Comedy
Safe sex becomes a risky proposition in this hilarious contemporary comedy. The fun starts when two hot-to-trot guys try to put the make on two sensible young women, but end up caught in a love storm without their protection! This telling look at the perils of dating today is enhanced by an "underlying sweetness...that gives the film an extra little edge" (Variety).
Actors:
JAMIE FOXX, TOMMY DAVIDSON, VIVICA FOX, TAMALA JONES, ART MALIK, BERNIE MAC, GEDDE WATANABE

2:10 AM
THINGS TO DO IN DENVER WHEN YOU'RE DEAD
Rated R for
Time:115
Genre:Comedy, Crime
"Tartly written and vividly performed" (Variety). Jimmy the Saint (Garcia) is a former mobster trying to make good. But his new life just doesn't cut it from a money perspective, so when Jimmy's old boss (Walken) calls with the lure of big bucks, it's back to the dark side for one last job. His mission is to put a scare into the young man who is dating the ex-girlfriend of the boss's son, but when things go bad, they really go bad, leading Jimmy and his crew into a kill-or-be-killed situation. William Forsythe, Bill Nunn, Treat Williams, Jack Warden, Steve Buscemi, Fairuza Balk and Gabriel Anwar co-star in this film directed by Gary Fleder an
Actors:
ANDY GARCIA, GABRIELLE ANWAR, WILLIAM FORSYTHE, TREAT WILLIAMS, CHRISTOPHER WALKEN, BILL NUNN, CHRISTOPHER LLOYD

4:25 AM
FLATLINERS
Rated R for
Time:114
Genre:Fantasy, Suspense
Is death the ultimate trip? Five maverick medical students dare to cross the final barrier, temporarily "flatlining" their heartbeats in search of life beyond death. Little do they suspect that what they find may be able to follow them back! A cast of Hollywood's hottest young stars brings this pulse-pounding suspense drama to life: Kiefer Sutherland, Julia Roberts, Kevin Bacon and William Baldwin.
Actors:
KIEFER SUTHERLAND, JULIA ROBERTS, BILLY BALDWIN, OLIVER PLATT, KEVIN BACON

7:00 AM
CLUBHOUSE DETECTIVES IN SCAVENGER HUNT
Rated TVPG for
MILD VIOLENCE
Time:80
Genre:Family, Suspense
The four young members of the Clubhouse Detectives work on an art gallery robbery case when they find a stolen painting at a birthday party scavenger hunt. With Jonathan Cronin, Brittany Armstrong, Michael Glauser, Cameron Mainwaring, Reb Fleming and Scott Christopher.
Actors:
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11:15 AM
Get Well Soon
MPAA RATING: R
STEREO / CCAP / ESP WIDESCREEN OAR UPCONVERTED
1 h 34 m
Following his on-camera nervous breakdown and a crude offer to a rising young starlet, popular talk show host Bobby Bishop (Vincent Gallo) endures a series of scandals that threaten to destroy his career, even as he attempts to win back a disgusted ex-girlfriend (Courteney Cox) whose new lover (Tate Donovan) is a cross-dresser. Jeffrey Tambor costars in this wicked satire of television from writer/director Justin McCarthy ("Jump").



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6:45 PM
Down To Earth
MPAA RATING: PG13
DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1 / CCAP / ESP WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
1 h 27 m
Hilarious remake of "Heaven Can Wait" starring Chris Rock as struggling comedian Lance Burton, who is taken long before his time by an anxious angel and finds temporary refuge back on Earth in the body of a prejudiced, white millionaire. Soon Lance ("Charles" to those who only know him by his new identity) is wooing a community rights activist (Regina King) and dodging a bullet as his wife and her lover try to kill him.

8:20 PM
Changing Lanes
MPAA RATING: R
DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1 / CCAP / ESP WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
1 h 38 m
A vengeful game of one-upmanship turns deadly in this urban thriller about a hotshot young attorney (Ben Affleck) and a recovering alcoholic (Samuel L. Jackson) whose minor fender-bender devastates both of their lives and quickly leads to an escalating war of dirty tricks and manipulation. William Hurt, Toni Collette, Dylan Baker, Amanda Peet and Sydney Pollack costar in this provocative, acclaimed film from director Roger Michell ("Notting Hill").

10:00 PM
Dead Like Me: Pilot
TV RATING: TV14
DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1 WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
1 h 30 m
George's death thanks to a chunk of space station hurtling to Earth leads to some surprising revelations about her life - and her afterlife.

1:00 AM
Jeepers Creepers
MPAA RATING: R
DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1 / CCAP / ESP WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
1 h 30 m
Gina Philips ("Boston Public") and Justin Long ("Ed") star in this terrifying horror yarn as siblings on a road trip home from college who become hunted by a supernatural, cannibalistic legend from which even the police and a psychic cannot protect them. Patricia Belcher, Brandon Smith and Eileen Brennan costar.

2:35 AM
Thursday
MPAA RATING: R
Themes
DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1 / CCAP / ESP WIDESCREEN OAR UPCONVERTED
1998, 1 h 27 m
Ex-drug dealer Casey Wells (Thomas Jane of "Deep Blue Sea") has given up his errant ways and started life over as a successful Houston, Texas architect, happily married to Christine (Paula Marshall) and hoping to adopt a child. But Casey's life changes forever when a former crony (Aaron Eckhart) shows up at his door with a sizable stash of heroin and thugs on his trail. Glenn Plummer, Paulina Porizkova, James LeGros, Mickey Rourke and Michael Jeter costar in this crime thriller from writer/director Skip Woods.  Return To Top

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