He does kind of make it seem harsh, though it's actually an accurate representation of the rating. I think for television, they simply wanted to emphasis what the rating really means.
SHOWTIME plus The Pointer Sisters equals a rockin deal in the mid 1980s but I wish they used the same bumper shown here for today's movies like Indiana Jones 4.
I'm so excited,by The Pointer Sisters.I love this opening.The rating scared me,not the man's voice,but the way the letters came in like A silhouette,creepy.Does anyone have The PG-13,bump,from mid 80's?
I remember they also did this later for Touchstone (before Starz got it),Cannon, and Orion in the late 80s. Plus, they got TriStar and MGM in the early 90s after TriStar was shared by HBO and Showtime for a few years.
I just watched the video and thought "what the heck?" when it comes to the music. I noticed that it sounded like "I'm So Excited" by the Pointer Sisters, hence the Showtime Excitement Movie Exclusive name.
The Following Film Has Been Rated PG By The Motion Picture Industry's Rating System. Parents May Consider That Some Of The Program Content May Be Unsuitable For Children. Parental Guidance Is Therefore Suggested Viewer Discrestion Is Advised.
I remember when my parents used to pre-screen movies before we could watch them. PG was ok, but they pre-screened PG-13 until we were around ten or eleven. I don't remember what they didn't let us watch. LOL- this was pretty cool. Makes PG sound risque.
Which movie was it?
verax17 7 months ago
He does kind of make it seem harsh, though it's actually an accurate representation of the rating. I think for television, they simply wanted to emphasis what the rating really means.
sammycut1 11 months ago
thank you so much who evere put this on here brings back so many memories for me
amcstudio30 1 year ago
80s was the best classic shit
5tonyvvvv 1 year ago
Excellent video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
pancakeman22 2 years ago
SHOWTIME plus The Pointer Sisters equals a rockin deal in the mid 1980s but I wish they used the same bumper shown here for today's movies like Indiana Jones 4.
PDS1990 2 years ago
That was no cribbed version. The theme was made cooler for the exclusive presentation.
PDS1990 2 years ago
Was this made before 1984?, if so, that's probably why it sounds harsher.
zaneman1 2 years ago
no, this intro started in 1985,the 84 intro had the Hollywood backround and spotlights.
Cinemax1980 2 years ago
Best decade ever!
BrightWave 2 years ago
@BrightWave forsure the girls put out too,,today there all stuck cunts that wont even talk to u
5tonyvvvv 1 year ago
It's only the year is 1983 music
YoungDelmar 3 years ago
You're not kidding, man! It sure does bring back memories!
Ztinkyy 3 years ago 3
Man this brings back memories.
SweetLemon2008 4 years ago 7
I'm so Excited;to see this intro again!
OpenArms80 4 years ago 3
AWEsome Intro.That guy makes PG sound risque.
LightningLogos 4 years ago 6
I'm glad I wasn't the only one creeped out by this ratings bump.
OpenArms81 4 years ago
Re: "Showtime/TMC had a deal with Paramount for a few years in the 80s, and loved touting "It's an exclusive you won't see on HBO or Cinemax!!!!""
That explains why Star Trek III and IV were "exclusive" movie presentations.
tsntana 4 years ago
Not to mention the 1st two Beverly Hills Cop movies and all 3 Friday The 13ths featuring that Tommy Jarvis character.
talkingpie99 4 years ago
Everytime I hear that song now on the radio, I think of Showtime.
tsntana 4 years ago
I'm so excited,by The Pointer Sisters.I love this opening.The rating scared me,not the man's voice,but the way the letters came in like A silhouette,creepy.Does anyone have The PG-13,bump,from mid 80's?
JamminLightning 4 years ago
That man always sounds so serious. Very intimidating.
My woody would go away right b4 those after hr movies when he would warned the parents.
jkbezo 4 years ago
I remember they also did this later for Touchstone (before Starz got it),Cannon, and Orion in the late 80s. Plus, they got TriStar and MGM in the early 90s after TriStar was shared by HBO and Showtime for a few years.
talkingpie99 4 years ago
This is so cool.I remember loving these intros.I used to be A huge"Pointer Sisters"Fan.I'm so excited!
LogoFreak1978 4 years ago
I just watched the video and thought "what the heck?" when it comes to the music. I noticed that it sounded like "I'm So Excited" by the Pointer Sisters, hence the Showtime Excitement Movie Exclusive name.
hamsterdrum85 4 years ago 2
I noticed it too.
MattBL 2 years ago
What do they mean by "Exclusive"?
roygerdodger 5 years ago
A movie you'll can't see ANYWHERE else-- not even HBO--
Not even Cinemax!!! Only on Showtime!!!!
videonut33 4 years ago
The Following Film Has Been Rated PG By The Motion Picture Industry's Rating System. Parents May Consider That Some Of The Program Content May Be Unsuitable For Children. Parental Guidance Is Therefore Suggested Viewer Discrestion Is Advised.
HollywoodDerek2 5 years ago
yeah they just said that on the video.... thanks but no thanks
djrage70 4 years ago
How about this from HBO.
The following motion picture has been rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America.
It is intended for mature audiences. Parental discretion is advised.
Home Box Office will show this feature only at night.
Intersonus903 4 years ago
Hella old. Havent seen that in a long time.
cosmokramer1987 4 years ago
Does anyone have intros or promos for SHOWTIME from the 90's?
freerunner85 4 years ago
I remember when my parents used to pre-screen movies before we could watch them. PG was ok, but they pre-screened PG-13 until we were around ten or eleven. I don't remember what they didn't let us watch. LOL- this was pretty cool. Makes PG sound risque.
AllisonSNLKid 5 years ago
this was made in 1984!!!!
videonut33 5 years ago
If Showtime still had this logo an bumper, they would show this on the premere of Jimmy Neutron (the movie, the show was on Nick)
Urvy1A 5 years ago
The SHOWTIME movie excitement presentation is totally exciting! It's like the logo is so amazing.
entertainmentbrother 5 years ago