AMC (TV channel)
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | Nationwide |
| Headquarters | 11 Penn Plaza, New York City, New York |
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | English |
| Picture format | 1080i HDTV |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | AMC Networks |
| Sister channels | BBC America, IFC, Sundance TV, We TV |
| History | |
| Launched | October 1, 1984 |
| Former names | American Movie Classics (1984–2002) |
| Links | |
| Website | amc.com |
AMC (originally an abbreviation for American Movie Classics) is an American basic cable and satellite television channel that is the flagship property of AMC Networks. The channel's programming primarily consists of theatrically released films, along with a limited amount of original programming.
History[edit | edit source]
AMC was launched on October 1, 1984, as "American Movie Classics." The channel originally aired classic movies from the 1930s to the 1970s, uncut and without commercials. In 2002, AMC underwent a significant rebranding, shifting its focus from classic films to a broader range of movies and original programming.
Programming[edit | edit source]
AMC is known for its critically acclaimed original series, including:
- Mad Men - A drama series set in the 1960s that follows the lives of advertising executives on Madison Avenue.
- Breaking Bad - A crime drama about a high school chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine manufacturer.
- The Walking Dead - A post-apocalyptic horror series based on the comic book series of the same name.
- Better Call Saul - A prequel to Breaking Bad focusing on the character Saul Goodman.
The channel also airs a variety of films, ranging from recent releases to classic movies.
Sister Channels[edit | edit source]
AMC Networks owns several other channels, including:
Headquarters[edit | edit source]
AMC's headquarters are located at 11 Penn Plaza in New York City, New York.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of programs broadcast by AMC
- AMC Networks
- Mad Men
- Breaking Bad
- The Walking Dead
- Better Call Saul
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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