We all know what to expect from TV programmers on holidays---marathons (re-runs). Day-long replays of old series (Twilight Zone, Law and Order) can be entertaining for loyal fans; however, too many networks/channels, including Sy-Fy, Lifetime Movie Network (LMN), Investigation Discovery, and A&E fall back on old (often stale) programming.
The Premium channels are not much better. Most of them feature the same movies week after week. So, that extra $10 or $11 monthly charge does not assure that viewers will get new content.
This week, for example, HBO's roster includes Gladiator (2000), Pulp Fiction (1994), Sixteen Candles (1984) and Missing (1982),
Cinemax's most recent movie is Sucker Punch (2011) and its oldest, Universal Soldier (1992).
Showtime offerings range from Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon (2011) to Serving Sara (2002).
Many of these movies are available at your local library for free!
Nonetheless, I (and millions like me) continue to pay for premium channels. Perhaps, we do so for the opportunity to an occasional hard-hitting documentary or original program whose content might not fly on the regular networks.
I only ask: HBO, Cinemax, and Showtime, please update your film archives from time to time.
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