A&E Networks Company Description
You might say this company is trying to give TV viewers a new perspective on things. A&E Television Networks (AETN) owns and operates a leading portfolio of cable television channels, including its flagship A&E and History networks. Reaching more than 95 million US homes, A&E offers a mix of reality-based programming, investigative shows, and documentaries. The History Channel offers non-fiction programming focused on culture, military history, and science. Other niche interest channels include Bio and History International. AETN's networks reach more than 235 million subscribers in 125 countries. The company is a joint venture between Hearst (37.5%), Disney ABC Cable (37.5%), and NBC Universal Cable (25%).
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