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Apr 23, 2014 12:08 PM
http://insidetv.ew.com/2014/04/23/hbo-amazon/

Pretty pumped about this...I've wanted to watch "The Wire" and "Six Feet Under" for awhile and never got around to it...

This is a big deal for Amazon.
Apr 23, 2014 12:08pm
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MontyBrunswick

Apr 23, 2014 12:34 PM
Has nothing to do with Netflix.
Apr 23, 2014 12:34pm
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Apr 23, 2014 12:39 PM
dlazz;1608317 wrote:Has nothing to do with Netflix.
lol...fixed.
Apr 23, 2014 12:39pm
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Apr 23, 2014 1:18 PM
It's only for old programming. Still pretty cool but it's not like hbo go where you can stream the new GoT episode from last night.
Apr 23, 2014 1:18pm
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Apr 23, 2014 1:20 PM
The biggest thing is that it signals a bit of a change in HBO's strategy. The first time they've offered their programming without a cable subscription.

In terms of content, as S&L says, it is going to be well behind the times, but the potential is bigger than the actual act at this point.
Apr 23, 2014 1:20pm
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Apr 23, 2014 1:26 PM
Isn't the Wire on Netflix already??
Apr 23, 2014 1:26pm
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Apr 23, 2014 1:27 PM
Pick6;1608344 wrote:Isn't the Wire on Netflix already??
No
Apr 23, 2014 1:27pm
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Apr 23, 2014 1:28 PM
Pick6;1608344 wrote:Isn't the Wire on Netflix already??
no...never has been.
Apr 23, 2014 1:28pm
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Apr 23, 2014 1:28 PM
Pick6;1608344 wrote:Isn't the Wire on Netflix already??
No. HBO only releases their shows via DVD (like a month before the new season starts).

This is a big change for them, and a smart one. All their old programming has probably hit a plateau, revenue wise, and getting people hooked on that stuff who have never seen it will only drive their subscriptions up even more.
Apr 23, 2014 1:28pm
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Apr 23, 2014 1:29 PM
Lol thanks. Guess I got it mixed up with hbogo
Apr 23, 2014 1:29pm
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Apr 23, 2014 2:12 PM
If I can watch The Sopranos, Oz, The Wire and Entourage, it's worth it.
Apr 23, 2014 2:12pm
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Apr 23, 2014 2:27 PM
I am pumped. My binge-watch list just got longer.
Apr 23, 2014 2:27pm
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Apr 23, 2014 3:34 PM
The Wire is Awesome to bad it doesn't include current shows like true detective which was awesome.
Apr 23, 2014 3:34pm
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Apr 23, 2014 3:37 PM
sportchampps;1608393 wrote:The Wire is Awesome to bad it doesn't include current shows like true detective which was awesome.
Yeah, they arent stupid lol. No one would pay for HBO if you could get it for half the price on Amazon Prime.

I wouldnt expect anything within the last 3 years to be aired. If they are smart, they will just try to get new viewers to their old stuff and try to get them hooked on HBO programming so they will subscribe.

Maybe in time we will see them air a show that is about to start a new season, so people will get hooked and then subscribe for the new season.
Apr 23, 2014 3:37pm
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May 22, 2014 8:53 AM
These showed up on Amazon yesterday...

Here is my list I'd like to see so far:

-The Wire
-Six Feet Under
-Suits

What others am I missing?
May 22, 2014 8:53am
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May 22, 2014 9:04 AM
McFly1955;1618789 wrote:These showed up on Amazon yesterday...

Here is my list I'd like to see so far:

-The Wire
-Six Feet Under
-Suits

What others am I missing?
Full series, or just the first season? I saw that only the First season of the Sopranos was on there.
May 22, 2014 9:04am
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May 22, 2014 9:09 AM
ernest_t_bass;1618792 wrote:Full series, or just the first season? I saw that only the First season of the Sopranos was on there.
I think it depends on the age of the show or something..I haven't read up on the details yet.

I just checked Sopranos and all seasons say 'prime', so they are all available for free now (with prime). I just went to the season 1 page, then there is a dropdown for all of the other seasons and they all say 'prime'.
May 22, 2014 9:09am
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Gblock

May 22, 2014 9:41 AM
the free shipping is sweet too...well worth $80 dollars
May 22, 2014 9:41am
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MontyBrunswick

May 22, 2014 10:50 AM
Gblock;1618822 wrote:the free shipping is sweet too...well worth $80 dollars
I buy all sorts of shit and two day ship it. It's great for everyday items (shampoo, deodorant, qtips etc).

Most credit cards let you use cashback points to buy stuff too.
May 22, 2014 10:50am
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Gblock

May 22, 2014 11:03 AM
dlazz;1618853 wrote:I buy all sorts of shit and two day ship it. It's great for everyday items (shampoo, deodorant, qtips etc).

Most credit cards let you use cashback points to buy stuff too.
me too..this week i have ordered a fishing pole and 3 pairs of sunglasses.
May 22, 2014 11:03am
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Gblock

May 22, 2014 12:11 PM
Fab4Runner;1618884 wrote:Ooooh I like those camo ones. I have three pair of the flag sunglasses. Always a hit.

yea i saw them at the mall at like journeys and they wanted 30-40 bucks, got on amazon 5 bucks and they are sweet. plus glasses only last me two weeks on average.
May 22, 2014 12:11pm
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May 23, 2014 11:18 AM
Gblock;1618822 wrote:the free shipping is sweet too...well worth $80 dollars
Probably worth the $80 but definitely worth the $50 for the student version.
May 23, 2014 11:18am