Amazon Prime members: You can start binge-watching HBO shows right now

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In a groundbreaking exclusive deal that was announced last month, Amazon has just added a slew of classic HBO shows to its Instant Streaming Service — and Amazon Prime members can start binge-watching them right now.

The selections include:

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* Comedies like Eastbound & Down, Bored to Death, and Flight of the Conchords

* Select seasons of ongoing shows like Boardwalk Empire and True Blood

* Miniseries like Band of Brothers, The Pacific and John Adams

* Comedy specials featuring comedians including Lewis Black, Ellen DeGeneres, and Bill Maher

Of course, it still doesn't include Game of Thrones — so hang onto your roommate's uncle's HBO Go password.

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Scott Meslow is the entertainment editor for TheWeek.com. He has written about film and television at publications including The Atlantic, POLITICO Magazine, and Vulture.