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British Sky Broadcasting Group about its performance lately:

"LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 2002
[...] The quality and popularity of Sky's channels was demonstrated in the quarter, as share of viewing in all UK homes increased by 18% to 6.7%, up from 5.7% on the prior year. Sky One is achieving record audiences for popular shows like Star Trek Enterprise, Futurama, Buffy the Vampire Slayer , [...] helping it to its highest ever share of viewing in the quarter"

Looks like at least one channel knows what jewel it has/had in Futurama.

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KazzahdraneMay 11th 2002, 00:00
Yeah, I live in the UK but don't have Sky. But it is a well known fact that Sky treat good shows with respect, the third season of Futurama i think is getting a sunday evening slot. And, SHOCK!!! they are showing it every week!!! at the same time!! Thanks Sky!!!! Now I need to wait until season 2 is released on DVD.
BigMikeMay 11th 2002, 00:00
The only real problems with Sky are:

A> To watch their programmes, you have to pay (which I do and think it's worth it)

B> Some episodes are cut. An example is "A Clone of My Own". Some "bastards" said by Leela are cut. But it's not just Futurama that are, thankfully. But it is irritating when it does happen. Thats why I get the eps off the internet. But I do still watch it.
3rdRockSatanMay 11th 2002, 00:00
Proof that the people in the UK have good taste after all.
OtisPJivefunkMay 12th 2002, 00:00
SkyOne have done a superb job airing new Futurama, it's been on every week at the same time without fail. Most episodes were also repeated on the following Friday. It just shows that given the chance, Futurama can peform well.
FuturamaFanMay 12th 2002, 00:00
Why don't I live in UK!!!
FuturamafanMay 12th 2002, 00:00
Funny thing is, Sky is owned by the same man that owns Fox!
EspontaneoMay 13th 2002, 00:00
Just to let you know Sky is basically the UK version of FOX it has all the same programs (erm X-files, the Simpsons, Futurama and a load of stinking crap) and is owned by Rupert Murdoch, grrrrr.....
psyMay 15th 2002, 00:00
ARGH! I can't get skyOne now.....ITV Digital went bust......but before i lost the signal it was soooooooo good