Sony lands HBO deal for PlayStation Network

Beginning today, North American PlayStation 3 owners will be able to download HBO content from the PlayStation Network’s video delivery service, SCEA’s announced this morning. This makes PlayStation 3 the first gaming system to offer any HBO-related content.

The library includes top hit television shows like the Emmy and Golden Globe winning series True Blood, the Golden Globe winning comedy series Entourage and more.

“The HBO library of premium original content is a perfect example of how PS3 has become the most content rich entertainment platform in the living room,” said Peter Dille, senior vice president, marketing and PlayStation Network, SCEA. “When you combine the iconic programming from HBO with the existing TV, film, live sports and original programming available on PlayStation Network, our customers have access to the content they want, when they want it, at home or on the go with the PSP.”

The following shows will be available on the PlayStation Network today. More titles and new seasons will be added each week:

• New release and Emmy and Golden Globe winning series “True Blood,” season two in addition to season one
• Golden Globe-winning drama series “Big Love,” seasons one through three
• Golden Globe-winning comedy series Entourage,” seasons one and two
• Comedy hit “Eastbound and Down,” season one
• Multiple seasons from HBO signature shows such as “The Sopranos,” “Sex and the City,” “The Wire,” “Rome,” “Da Ali G Show,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and “Flight of the Conchords”

“We’re extremely pleased to offer our premium programming on Sony Computer Entertainment’s PS3 system,” said Henry McGee, president, HBO Home Entertainment. “This premier gaming system will offer an exciting new way for consumers to purchase HBO’s award-winning programming.”

Look out for HBO’s presence on the PlayStation Network later today.