Comet (TV network)

Comet
TypeDigital broadcast TV network (science fiction)
CountryUnited States
Broadcast areaNationwide, via Dish Network, OTA digital
(coverage: 82%), website & OTT TV
AffiliatesList of Comet affiliates
HeadquartersHunt Valley, Maryland
Programming
Language(s)English
Picture format1080i (HDTV)
480i (SDTV, widescreen)
(downgraded to letterboxed 4:3 on some over-the-air affiliates)
Ownership
OwnerSinclair Broadcast Group
ParentSinclair Television Group
Key people
    • David Amy (vice chairman, Sinclair Broadcast Group)
History
FoundedJune 29, 2015 (2015-06-29)
LaunchedOctober 31, 2015 (2015-10-31)
Links
WebcastWatch live
Websitecomettv.com
Availability
Terrestrial
List of Comet affiliates
Streaming media
Service(s)FuboTV, Sling TV, YouTube TV

Comet is an American digital broadcast television network owned by the Sinclair Television Group subsidiary of the Sinclair Broadcast Group that focuses on science fiction, supernatural, horror, adventure and fantasy programming. The network was originally launched on October 31, 2015 as a joint venture with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, with much of its programming sourced from MGM's film and television library.

In addition to its broadcast affiliates, Comet is also available via Apple TV, FuboTV, YouTubeTV, Sling TV, and Dish Network.