Discovery's Family of HD Networks

Now you can get some of your favorite networks in the clarity of high definition with Discovery's HD simulcasts. Call your local service provider to find out how you can get Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel and Planet Green in HD. Click here for availability in your area.

Expanding Discovery's Family of HD Networks, the HD simulcasts join HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater), which has been around since 2002. HD Theater is a unique 24/7 HD channel that offers original programming created exclusively to maximize the benefits of HD.

Now viewers can also watch all of their favorite shows in HD including Discovery Channel’s hit series Deadliest Catch and Dirty Jobs; TLC's Little Peolpe Big World; Animal Planet’s Meerkat Manor; and Science Channel’s How It's Made; just to name a few.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an HD simulcast channel?
A simulcast channel is a replication of some of your favorite channels from Discovery Communications (Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel and Planet Green) aired in high definition (HD). Both channels offer an identical schedule, but are their own separate channels on your lineup.

Discovery currently offers six HD channels including HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater), Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel and Planet Green. You should contact your service provider if you do not receive all six channels and are interested in seeing the best of television in HD.

How can I get Discovery's Family of HD Networks including Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel and Planet Green?
Contact your local service provider and ask them for your favorite HD networks, including Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel and Planet Green, along with HD Theater.

Our services are currently available nationwide. Contact your provider to find out what is available in your area.

Why is Discovery launching more HD channels now?
Since launching HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater) in 2002, interest in HD has exploded and viewers have continuously demanded more HD content from Discovery. Discovery's genres are particularly well-suited for the format, making our channels top destinations for viewers. With these HD simulcasts, we are providing viewers more of what they want.

What does this mean for HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater)?
HD Theater has established itself as the gold standard for HDTV viewing, with viewers calling it their HD "home page" and featuring visually rich content produced expressly for the HD medium.

The channel will continue to offer original and compelling series that take full advantage of the 1080i HD format like viewer favorite Sunrise Earth, as well as new original content from genres such as world cultures, wildlife, high-end auto and adventure that you will not see anywhere else. HD Theater is not a simulcast network.

What HD format will these channels be available in?
All of our channels offer 1080i and 5.1 surround sound.

How much of the network will be in high definition?
100% - all of the programs will be broadcast in HD.

If I have high definition service, will the HD simulcast channel be the same channel number I currently find the channel on?
No, you will need to tune in to the HD channel number (versus the standard definition channel number) to view the HD simulcast of each channel. Check your local listings or call your provider for channel information.

However, with DIRECTV and DISH Network, if you have HD equipment and HD service, you can select either the standard definition or high definition channel number, and you will automatically receive the HD simulcast.

When can I get more of Discovery Communication's networks in HD?
Discovery anticipates announcing additional HD simulcast channels in 2008. The exact networks are still under consideration. Discovery will continue to evaluate other HD simulcast opportunities.

Do viewers have to pay for the new simulcast channels?
Please contact your service provider to find out how they are being packaged and priced.

When can I get the Travel Channel in HD?
Please visit travelchannel.com to contact the network directly for more information.