Amazon snares classic shows in deal with HBO

Published April 23, 2014 3:54pm ET



NEW YORK (AP) — Fans of classic HBO shows like “The Sopranos” and “The Wire” will soon have access to those series and more through Amazon Prime in the first online streaming deal signed by the cable network.

Starting on May 21, Amazon Prime members — who pay $99 a year for streaming entertainment, two-day shipping and other perks— will also have access to “Six Feet Under,” ”Big Love,” as well as early seasons of “of Boardwalk Empire” and “True Blood.” Past seasons of newer shows such as “Girls,” ”The Newsroom” and “Veep” will also become available throughout the multi-year deal, about three years after airing on HBO.

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