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{{Infobox television channel
{{Infobox television network
| name = USA Network
| name = USA Network
| logo =  
| logo = [[File:USA Network logo.svg|200px]]
| logo_size = 200px
| country = United States
| logo_alt =  
| language = English
| headquarters = [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]]
| owner = [[NBCUniversal Television and Streaming]]
| parent = [[NBCUniversal]]
| launch_date = [[September 22]], [[1977]]
| launch_date = [[September 22]], [[1977]]
| closed_date =
| website = [https://www.usanetwork.com usanetwork.com]
| picture_format = [[1080i]] ([[HDTV]])
| network =
| owner = [[NBCUniversal Television and Streaming]]
| country = [[United States]]
| language = [[English language|English]]
| area = [[Nationwide]]
| headquarters = [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]]
| former_names =
| replaced =
| replaced_by =
| sister_channels = [[Syfy]], [[E!]], [[Bravo (American TV network)|Bravo]], [[Oxygen (TV channel)|Oxygen]], [[Universal Kids]], [[Telemundo]], [[NBC]]
| website =
| sat_serv_1 = [[DirecTV]]
| sat_chan_1 = Channel 242 (HD/SD)
| sat_serv_2 = [[Dish Network]]
| sat_chan_2 = Channel 105 (HD/SD)
| cable_serv_1 = Available on most cable systems
| cable_chan_1 = Consult local listings
| iptv_serv_1 = [[Verizon FiOS]]
| iptv_chan_1 = Channel 50 (SD) / Channel 550 (HD)
| iptv_serv_2 = [[AT&T U-verse]]
| iptv_chan_2 = Channel 112 (SD) / Channel 1112 (HD)
| online_serv_1 = [[Hulu + Live TV]]
| online_chan_1 =
| online_serv_2 = [[YouTube TV]]
| online_chan_2 =
}}
}}


'''USA Network''' (commonly referred to as '''USA''') is an American [[basic cable]] and [[satellite television]] channel owned by the [[NBCUniversal Television and Streaming]] division of [[NBCUniversal]], a subsidiary of [[Comcast]]. The channel was launched on [[September 22]], [[1977]], and primarily broadcasts a variety of original and acquired programming, including [[drama]], [[comedy]], and [[sports]].
'''USA Network''' is an American [[basic cable]] and [[satellite television]] channel owned by the [[NBCUniversal Television and Streaming]] division of [[NBCUniversal]], a subsidiary of [[Comcast]].


== History ==
== History ==
USA Network was originally launched as the [[Madison Square Garden Network]] (not to be confused with the current [[MSG Network]]) on September 22, 1977. It was one of the first national cable television channels in the United States. The channel was rebranded as USA Network in 1980.
USA Network was originally launched on September 22, 1977, as the "Madison Square Garden Sports Network"; it was founded by [[Kay Koplovitz]]. The network was initially a sports-oriented service, but it later expanded its programming to include a variety of entertainment content.


== Programming ==
== Programming ==
USA Network is known for its original programming, including popular series such as ''[[Monk (TV series)|Monk]]'', ''[[Psych (TV series)|Psych]]'', ''[[Burn Notice]]'', ''[[Suits (TV series)|Suits]]'', and ''[[Mr. Robot]]''. The network also airs reruns of current and former network television series, along with theatrically released feature films.
USA Network is known for its original programming, including popular series such as ''[[Monk (TV series)|Monk]]'', ''[[Psych (TV series)|Psych]]'', ''[[Burn Notice]]'', and ''[[Suits (TV series)|Suits]]''. The network also broadcasts [[WWE]] programming, including ''[[WWE Raw]]'' and ''[[WWE NXT]]''.


=== Sports ===
=== Original Series ===
USA Network has a history of broadcasting various sports events, including [[WWE]] programming such as ''[[WWE Raw]]'' and ''[[WWE NXT]]''. The network has also aired coverage of the [[Olympic Games]] and [[NHL]] games.
* ''[[Monk (TV series)|Monk]]''
* ''[[Psych (TV series)|Psych]]''
* ''[[Burn Notice]]''
* ''[[Suits (TV series)|Suits]]''
* ''[[Mr. Robot]]''


== Ownership ==
=== Sports Programming ===
USA Network is owned by [[NBCUniversal Television and Streaming]], a division of [[NBCUniversal]], which is a subsidiary of [[Comcast]]. The network's headquarters are located in [[New York City]].
USA Network has a long history of broadcasting sports events, including [[WWE]] wrestling, [[golf]], and [[tennis]].


== Related Channels ==
== Availability ==
USA Network has several sister channels under the NBCUniversal umbrella, including:
USA Network is available to approximately 90 million households in the United States. It is accessible via [[cable television]], [[satellite television]], and [[streaming media]] platforms.
* [[Syfy]]
* [[E!]]
* [[Bravo (American TV network)|Bravo]]
* [[Oxygen (TV channel)|Oxygen]]
* [[Universal Kids]]
* [[Telemundo]]
* [[NBC]]


== See Also ==
== See also ==
* [[List of programs broadcast by USA Network]]
* [[NBCUniversal]]
* [[NBCUniversal]]
* [[Comcast]]
* [[Comcast]]
* [[Syfy]]
* [[E!]]
* [[Bravo (American TV network)|Bravo]]
* [[Oxygen (TV channel)|Oxygen]]
* [[Universal Kids]]
* [[Telemundo]]
* [[NBC]]


== References ==
== External links ==
{{Reflist}}
* [https://www.usanetwork.com Official website]


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Latest revision as of 21:38, 29 December 2024

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USA Network is an American basic cable and satellite television channel owned by the NBCUniversal Television and Streaming division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast.

History[edit]

USA Network was originally launched on September 22, 1977, as the "Madison Square Garden Sports Network"; it was founded by Kay Koplovitz. The network was initially a sports-oriented service, but it later expanded its programming to include a variety of entertainment content.

Programming[edit]

USA Network is known for its original programming, including popular series such as Monk, Psych, Burn Notice, and Suits. The network also broadcasts WWE programming, including WWE Raw and WWE NXT.

Original Series[edit]

Sports Programming[edit]

USA Network has a long history of broadcasting sports events, including WWE wrestling, golf, and tennis.

Availability[edit]

USA Network is available to approximately 90 million households in the United States. It is accessible via cable television, satellite television, and streaming media platforms.

See also[edit]

External links[edit]



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NBCUniversal Television and Streaming
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