Microsoft to Deliver TV Shows, Movies to Gamers Through Xbox 360

(andPOP) - On Nov. 22nd, 2006, gamers using Microsoft's Xbox 360 system will be able to watch over 1,000 hours of TV shows and movies. Programming from CBS, MTV, Paramount Pictures, TBS, UFC and Warner Bros. will make the initial lineup, creating the first gaming console to distribute both standard and high definition video directly to the consumer.

Some of the shows include CSI, Jericho, Numb3rs and Star Trek. Gamers will own the shows they buy, including Nascar Nextel Cup Series races.

"This groundbreaking announcement is a win for everyone," said Peter Moore, corporate vice president of the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft. "It connects our partners with one of the most coveted audiences in entertainment today, and provides even greater value to our Xbox Live community, allowing them to enjoy the games and entertainment they want, when they want it."

Other shows and movies includes:

* "Robot Chicken" and "Aqua Teen Hunger Force" from Adult Swim
* "CSI," "Survivor" and "Star Trek" from CBS
* Emmy and Peabody award-winning "South Park" and "Chappelle's Show" from COMEDY CENTRAL
* "The Real World" and "Pimp My Ride" from MTV
* "Avatar: The Last Airbender" and "SpongeBob SquarePants" from Nickelodeon
* "Skyland" and "The Nicktoons Network Animation Festival" from Nicktoons Network
* "M:i:III," Nacho Libre" and "Jackass: The Movie" from Paramount Pictures
* "Carpocalypse" and "Raising the Roofs" from Spike TV
* "Race Rewind" provided by NASCAR.COM
* Select episodes of the original season of "The Ultimate Fighter" reality series and the "UFC: All Access" shows from the UFC
* "Breaking Bonaduce" and "Hogan Knows Best" from VH1
* "The Matrix," "Superman Returns" and "Batman Forever" from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment

Xbox Live Marketplace will require a free silver membership and broadband connection.