HDNet New Programming Line-up for fall schedule features both series premieres and new episodes of current favorites.

Editor's Note: There was a time when we all would watch a HDTV test pattern if that is all the HDTV there was, but no more. HDTV programming must be captivating and full of personality before we are satisfied. Mark Cuban's HDNet is just starting to grow its first set of teeth. The baby is healthy and worth nurturing. You can feel that it is starting to get its own voice and inexperience is transforming into confidence. I don't think advertisers can leave this baby without some swaddling clothes much longer. _Dale DALLAS, TX - October 5, 2005 - HDNet announced it's new fall programming line-up with exciting additions to their schedule for every night of the week. Viewers can catch new episodes of their favorite HDNet original programs, along with new series and a host of other special programs making their debut this month. "We're very excited to offer this new schedule of great, high-definition programming to our viewers," said Mark Cuban, president and co-founder of HDNet. "In nearly five years of delivering ground-breaking HD programming, we feel that this October will be one of our best months, yet." Monday Night is Family Night on HDNet featuring the newly acquired series "Summerland" and season four of "Smallville." Also on Monday, is a new season of "Higher Definition," where Robert Wilonsky conducts in-depth interviews with the movie industry's hottest stars. On Tuesdays HDNet brings you the world like you've never seen before with its highly acclaimed news and documentary programs. "HDNet World Report" expands to one hour this fall, with episodes that bring you topical news stories from all over the world. A new series, "Debate" produced in conjunction with USA Today Live, features newsmakers and celebrities representing opposite sides of controversial topics and engaging in heated and enlightening discussion. Also, on Tuesdays, "Face 2 Face with Roy Firestone" returns with all new episodes of up-close and personal interviews with your favorite sports and entertainment celebrities. On Wednesday, viewers will experience danger and drama on HDNet with the newly acquired series "Blind Justice" and return episodes of "Boomtown," and "The Agency." Then, HDNet drops the puck on a 52-game NHL schedule every Thursday and Saturday throughout the season. As a national high-definition partner of the National Hockey League, HDNet starts the season on opening night, Wednesday October 5th, with the Phoenix Coyotes at the Vancouver Canucks, featuring Wayne Gretzky's first game as a coach. The first Thursday game showcases an intense NHL Central Division rivalry as the Detroit Red Wings take on the St. Louis Blues. The first Saturday game is the national television debut of rookie sensation Sidney Crosby as his Pittsburgh Penguins battle the Boston Bruins. Fridays are Guys Night In on HDNet with new episodes of "Get Out!" and "Art Mann Presents ... ". "Get Out!" takes viewers on exotic adventures to hot spots all around the world, letting them experience all the local color, fun, and nightlife, while "Art Mann Presents ... " features Art, in his inimitable style, working the crowd at various offbeat events, parties, and unforgettable places. On October 7th, HDNet debuts "Young, Beautiful and Trying to Make it in Hollywood." This reality-based series takes viewers along on the journey with three young women attempting to survive cutthroat competition to become famous in Hollywood. Both Boxing and World Extreme Cagefighting events also air on Friday nights, rounding out the Guys Night In line-up on HDNet. On Saturdays this fall, in addition to the NHL, "MLS on HDNet" will feature live, exclusive coverage of the MLS Conference Championships, kicking off on October 22nd. In addition, HDNet viewers will get NCAA Division I sports and live NASCAR races. Sunday night is Music Night on HDNet. This fall, music fans get two new HDNet original series - "Sound Off with Matt Pinfield" and "Gilley's - Behind the Bull." Both programs premiere on Sunday, October 9th and will continue to air weekly along with the HDNet Concert Series. On "Sound Off with Matt Pinfield," viewers go behind-the-scenes with the former MTV host as he interviews the biggest and brightest in the music industry. "Gilley's - Behind the Bull" showcases the stars of country music, both past and present, performing at the legendary Gilley's nightclub. The HDNet Concert Series presents five stellar concerts in October including performances by The Strat Pack, Mike & The Mechanics, The Tragically Hip, Clint Black and Papa Roach.