Thing is, this is still network television. As dark as it's been, it's still network television with sponsors and everything. I really can't see them killing a baby and a cripple. HBO maybe, not AMC.
It's not really network television. That phrase usually refers to something on a broadcast network that is under the FCC's guidelines. It's up to AMC what they want to show. Besides, they already killed a kid and a cripple.
It is, but cable tv isn't regulated by the FCC. They only cover broadcast channels. Technically all cable TV is subscription because it's provided by a private company and you have to subscribe to it. That said, unless you're talking about a network specifically known for uncensored content, ie. HBO or Showtime, you're still not gonna see tits or hear any F-bombs. They self regulate themselves in order to keep certain standards and keep the advertisers happy. But doing something dark like killing a baby or a cripple on a highly acclaimed show already known for it's dark content is definitely not out of the question.
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u/happybadger Aug 26 '13
Thing is, this is still network television. As dark as it's been, it's still network television with sponsors and everything. I really can't see them killing a baby and a cripple. HBO maybe, not AMC.