G4 NOW AVAILABLE IN 60 MILLION U.S. HOUSEHOLDS
G4 NOW AVAILABLE IN 60 MILLION U.S. HOUSEHOLDS
Network Achieves 17 Consecutive Months of Ratings Growth
LOS ANGELES, January 2, 2007 -- G4, the fastest growing television network in 2006, is now available in more than 60 million U.S. cable and satellite households, an important new milestone in the network�s ongoing effort to deliver the ultimate array of programming for 18-34 year-old males. The network�s increased availability arrives as ratings continue to swell, with G4 currently celebrating its 17th consecutive month of year-over-year household ratings growth.
�G4�s achievements are especially impressive when considering the network launched just four short years ago,� said Neal Tiles, president, G4. �Since its premiere in 2002, G4 has grown at a phenomenal rate. By developing a unique voice that speaks directly to our core demographic of young men, we�ve been able to continue that trend of rapid expansion in 2006 and we look forward to continued growth for both our linear and non-linear platforms in 2007 and beyond.�
G4�s linear network serves as the focal point in a highly successful multiplatform strategy, which includes podcasting, VOD, broadband, mobile and the Web, making G4 content available nearly anywhere and at any time. G4 is the No. 1 podcasted cable network in the country, a leader in VOD and has expanded its online presence with G4TV.com, a vital news and entertainment hub for the young male demographic.
Original programming such as ATTACK OF THE SHOW and X-PLAY serve as the anchor of G4 programming, joining popular shows such as STAR TREK 2.0 and ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT. G4 also recently announced several new additions to the G4 lineup, including the interactive STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION 2.0, an animated series following the exploits of 1980�s video game developers called CODE MONKEYS and THE BLOCK, a reality series that goes deep inside the world�s first snowboarder hotel.
About G4
G4, the fastest growing network on television for 2006, launched in April 2002 and is now available in more than 60 million cable and satellite homes nationwide. The #1 podcasted cable network in America and a leader in VOD, G4 embraces the male 18-34 audience and their fascination with video games, the Internet, broadband, technology, comics and animation. Additionally, G4 provides breaking news and insider opinions on these topics as well as the broader culture young men are interested in. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles and is owned by Comcast Corporation. To learn more, log onto www.g4tv.com.
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