DIRECTV, the Only Place to Catch Friday Night Lights this Fall

They’re baa-ack.  The gang of Friday Night Lights, that is.  The fourth season of this high school football drama kicks off October 28 on DIRECTV’s the 101 Network.

This season promises to bring as many interesting plot twists as the previous three seasons as the folks in Dillon watch their favorite teenage hometown heroes graduate and leave for college.  The school district gets split in two, and new faces emerge to add new intrigue to this once sleepy town.

Satellite TV fans can enjoy every minute of the action Wednesdays at 9 p.m.  Or, at any time with a DIRECTV DVR receiver and service, offered with the CHOICE XTRA Package and above.  The satellite television provider has hosted the show all four years, while NBC debuted it in January.  But the network has declined to run the fourth season until next summer.

That means DIRECTV subscribers have exclusive access to all the hard-hitting football-and-family-drama.  If you don’t have it, call today.  And if you’ve never had satellite tv, DIRECTV is the way to go.

DIRECTV Packages Deliver Entertainment on the Cheap

Money is weighing heavily on the minds of Americans these days, and everyone is looking for ways to save a few bucks. When it comes to entertainment, there’s an easy opportunity to keep your budget on track. Instead of heading to the movies every Friday night, stay home and enjoy DIRECTV programming from the comfort of your own living room.

DIRECTV offers an entire lineup of great movie channels, including HBO, SHOWTIME, Cinemax, Starz and more. Each features the hottest new movies, along with a slew of other options like concerts, hit TV shows and documentaries.

And don’t forget about DIRECTV on DEMAND. This is perhaps the most convenient feature DIRECTV offers. You can order from a wide selection of movies, including a variety that won’t cost you a dime. For new releases and features in high-definition, the rates are still reasonable. With thousands of movies, you’ll never get bored.

You can save a bundle by skipping a trip out to the movie theater and enjoying all that your DIRECTV subscription has to offer. Next time you have the urge to catch a good flick, settle into the couch and turn on your HDTV. There’s sure to be something everyone in the family can enjoy.

Watch All the Top Shows with DIRECTV on DEMAND

Your busy life sometimes doesn’t allow you to catch the best television as it airs live. DIRECTV understands that, and offers the perfect solution: DIRECTV on DEMAND. This is TV on your terms. With the click of a remote control button, you can experience TV in a new way. Just beware: this feature can become addictive. With that warning in mind, here are some of the hottest shows on DIRECTV on DEMAND this fall.

Earth: A must-see for the entire family, Earth takes viewers along an epic journey across the planet. Filmed over the span of five years, the show tracks whales, lions and other magnificent beasts. You’re also sure to recognize James Earl Jones’ distinctive baritone narration.

Mad Men: Consistently one of the most intriguing shows on television, Mad Men provides a rare, honest view into 1960s America through the eyes of Donald Draper, a Madison Avenue advertising executive. The show airs Sunday evenings on AMC at 10p.m. EST, and if you’re like most people, that’s a bit too late when Monday’s early wake-up looms just hours away. With On Demand, there’s no reason to miss it. Simply turn it on when you have a free moment and enjoy.

Flight of the Conchords: Shown on HBO, Flight of the Conchords is a different take on the standard comedy. Two musicians from New Zealand tear through New York City, and hilarity ensues. This is another late-night show, but that doesn’t matter to DIRECTV customers. With On Demand, television is on your schedule.

Iron Chef: On Demand is the perfect solution for watching cooking shows, and most serious chefs know that this series is one of the best. Did you miss that last ingredient? Simply hit rewind on the remote control, and you can go over everything again at your own speed.

On Demand is revolutionizing the way America watches television. Best of all, On Demand is free to all DIRECTV subscribers. There’s no reason to delay; tune in today to see all of the exciting programming you’ve been missing.

DIRECTV Airs Free Preview of NHL® CENTER ICE®

NHL season has arrived. And this year, DIRECTV is giving its subscribers a sneak peak of what they can expect from the exclusive NHL CENTER ICE sports package. This month only – from October 1-24 – DIRECTV is running a free preview of NHL CENTER ICE on channels 769-785. Hockey fans can catch every game before deciding if they want to sign up for the package. Of course, it’ll be tough to find a reason not to sign up.

NHL CENTER ICE airs up to 40 games each week and brings you all the Stanley Cup Playoff games.  You’ll also get up to 12 games a week in high-definition. But one of the most unique features of NHL CENTER ICE is the dual feed coverage. With dual feed, you can watch your favorite team and have the option of watching home or away broadcast coverage. More games, unique coverage options and high definition are just a few reasons why NHL CENTER ICE is a must-have for hockey fans.

There’s no better time than this weekend to make the most of this free preview from DIRECTV. The Atlanta Thrashers are taking on the New Jersey Devils. The Tampa Bay Lightning are playing the Pittsburgh Penguins. And the Los Angeles Kings play the Blue Jackets in Columbus. Of course, that’s just a small sample of NHL action this weekend. Over 15 games will air live on DIRECTV. Tune into the NHL Network – another perk of the NHL CENTER ICE package – and catch all the latest hockey news and highlight shows with 24-hour NHL coverage.

Enjoy All the Stockcar Action with NASCAR HotPass from DIRECTV

NASCAR might just be the most exciting sport in America. Cars zoom around the track at close to 200 mph, with skilled drivers pushing high-powered machines to the limit. Now, with the DIRECTV NASCAR HotPass™, you won’t miss a second of the action. Best of all, this service is 100% free for all DIRECTV subscribers. In fact, DIRECTV is the only service (cable or satellite) that offers this package.

NASCAR HotPass will change the way you watch the race. Check out channels 795 - 798, which offer a unique perspective shot straight from your favorite driver’s cockpit. You’ll experience the race as he does. In fact, you can even hear the broadcasts from the driver’s team radio. Of course, this wouldn’t be DIRECTV if it weren’t in high definition, so you can guarantee the race will be crystal clear.

The NASCAR HotPass is an entirely new way to enjoy all that NASCAR has to offer. Fans will soon wonder how they ever got by without it. Experience NASCAR like a pro with DIRECTV, but avoid the danger and enjoy the race in the comfort of your own living room.

Enhance Your Favorite Sports, Movies and TV Shows with DIRECTV HD

Television technology hasn’t taken a leap like this since it transitioned from black and white to color. In less than 10 years, high definition has become the norm rather than the exception. There’s really no comparison between the two formats, as any DIRECTV subscriber with an HDTV will readily tell you.

To find out about the benefits of HD, you have to ask a DIRECTV subscriber.  Most cable providers only broadcast in 780p. DIRECTV makes full use of your television’s capabilities by beaming down your favorite programming in stunning 1080p. Quality of picture isn’t the only thing that sets DIRECTV apart from the competition. DIRECTV also offers the most HD programming in TV, with more than 200 channels for your entertainment. Add unique DIRECTV packages like NFL SUNDAY TICKET – which broadcasts most NFL games in high definition – and you can see why customers across the country are making the switch to satellite television.

Want to see what you’ve been missing? Check out DIRECTV HD programming and enjoy a crystal-clear picture you never thought possible.