Michael Moore's Pre-Election Pay Per View TV Special Cancelled

A cable pay-per-view company has decided not to show a three-hour election eve special with filmmaker Michael Moore that included a showing of his documentary ``Fahrenheit 9/11,'' which is sharply critical of President Bush. The company, iN DEMAND, said Friday that its decision is due to ``legitimate business and legal concerns.'' A spokesman would not elaborate. Moore has just released his movie on DVD and was seeking a TV outlet for the film. Earlier this week, trade publications said Moore was close to a deal with iN DEMAND for ``The Michael Moore Pre-Election Special,'' which also would include interviews with politically active celebrities and admonitions to vote. The Nov. 1 special was to be available for $9.95. Moore said Friday he signed a contract with the company in early September and is considering legal action. He said he believes iN DEMAND decided not to air the film because of pressure from ``top Republican people.'' [more ] Last night during his appearance on the Jay Leno Show, Moore challenged Sinclair Media to show Farenheit 911 along with their Anti-Kerry Special. He said he would allow them to do so free of charge.

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