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Both channels are already broadcasting CNN's legendary show, which will also be available on Hulu Plus.
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Larry King has worked with CNN for over 30 years.
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Ora TV, the new digital TV network, announced today a multi-year, exclusive licensing and distribution agreement that provides Hulu with the rights to stream Larry King Now, the brand new show by legendary talk show host Larry King.
New episodes of Larry King Now will be available every Monday through Thursday in the early evenings, Eastern Standard Time on the free, ad-supported Hulu service, on the Hulu Plus subscription service, and at Ora.TV. The shows will be 30 minutes in length, and available to watch on-demand.
Merging the best of TV with the flexibility and interaction of the Internet, Larry King Now will feature Larry King's trademark in-depth conversations with the world's most fascinating voices in entertainment and politics as well as produced segments on a variety of topics. The show's premiere week will feature comedic powerhouse Seth MacFarlane (Ted, Family Guy), Meghan McCain, and Matthew McConaughey (Magic Mike, Killer Joe). Political guests and global leaders will also feature prominently in future segments.
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Hulu will be the only online video service to carry the new show. This is the first of several new shows that are expected to launch on Hulu as a result of this partnership with Ora TV. In addition to traditional television formats, Ora TV will produce shows in alternative formats and varying lengths for viewers to enjoy on mobile and interactive platforms. Additionally, Larry King Now will integrate content, social interactions and technologies in ways enabled by digital platforms.
"Larry is one of the most followed personalities and influential voices in the world today, and we look forward to leveraging the power of Hulu's platforms and the growing wave of video consumption and connectivity available through Internet-connected mobile devices and TVs," said Jon Housman, CEO of Ora TV. "Larry King Now will take advantage of the flexibility and freedom available with Hulu, while staying true to Larry's unique brand of insightful and entertaining talk and discussion."
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