Discovery Rolls Out HD Network in Latin America

SILVER SPRING: Discovery HD Theater is launching on the Sky platform in Brazil this month, adding to the list of 30 markets worldwide where Discovery’s high-definition services are distributed.

Discovery HD Theater offers nonfiction entertainment in 1080i HD. In Latin America, the channel will feature programming centered on travel and world cultures, natural history and human adventure, science and technology and HD specials, including When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions, The Human Body and Discovery Project Earth.

Discovery also offers HD services in, among others, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, Russia, the U.K. and the U.S.

"The launch of our first HD network in the Latin America region underscores our commitment to providing consumers and affiliates around the world with products and content that enhance the viewing experience and are at the forefront of global entertainment trends," said Greg Ricca, the president and CEO of Discovery Networks International.