zoom_in Click to enlarge

TNT

Name: TNT
Description: TNT (Turner Network Television) is a U.S. cable channel launched in 1988 by Ted Turner, known for drama series, NBA coverage, and being among the most-watched basic cable networks in the United States.

5.80

Mediocre

▲ ▼

language

description TNT Overview

TNT (Turner Network Television) is a U.S. cable channel launched in 1988 by Ted Turner, known for drama series, NBA coverage, and being among the most-watched basic cable networks in the United States.

help TNT FAQ

What does TNT stand for, and when did it launch?

TNT originally stood for Turner Network Television. Ted Turner launched the U.S. cable channel in 1988. [Turner Enterprises timeline](https://www.tedturner.com/turner-family/ted-turner/timeline/)

Why is TNT associated with NBA coverage?

Turner Sports carried an NBA television package for decades, and TNT became a major home for NBA games and studio coverage. The channel has also been known for original drama series and major television events. [Warner Bros. Discovery](https://www.wbd.com/news/remembering-ted-turner-message-ceo-david-zaslav)

Is TNT the same channel as TBS?

No. TNT and TBS were separate Turner-branded U.S. cable networks, with TNT launched in 1988 and TBS developing from Turner's earlier superstation operation.

Can I receive TNT with a regular over-the-air antenna?

TNT is a U.S. cable channel rather than a standard free-to-air broadcast station. Viewers normally need a pay-TV package or a streaming service that includes the channel.

swap_horiz

Looking for TNT alternatives? Compare top competitors ranked & scored

arrow_forward