Showtime may be giving HBO a run for its money when it comes to cutting-edge programming. The premium cable channel has already proven itself with "The L Word" and "Weeds," and as HBO wonders what comes after "The Sopranos," Showtime is getting critical acclaim for its groundbreaking radio-to-TV series "This American Life."

Its next big buzz-maker could be "The Tudors," which premieres Sunday, April 1, at 10 P.M. EDT. If you can't wait, or if you don't have Showtime, you can watch episodes one and two online now. For more on the show and to see a trailer, read more