The success of Boardwalk Empire has also inspired new visitors, and casinos and restaurants are capitalizing on this by offering special dining and lodging promotions.

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The film wound up in the hands of the producers of Boardwalk Empire, and he was hired for a major recurring role in that series.

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From Marky Mark to Golden Globe nominee, and executive producer of the HBO hit series Entourage and Boardwalk Empire, Mark Wahlberg is a man who needs no introduction.

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We're looking forward to being able to decide on that Boardwalk Empire marathon on-the-fly sans the need for pre-planning.

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But acting is not the only string to Wahlberg's bow - he is the executive producer of TV crime show Boardwalk Empire.

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Wrenn Schmidt ("Boardwalk Empire") plays the title role with verve, giving servant girl Katie an enchanting, glowing air of youthful joy, uncertainty and hope.

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HBO, for instance, is making a particularly bold choice by launching its latest, Boardwalk Empire, Sept. 19, the same week the broadcasters plan to roll out the bulk of their new fall programs.

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HBO's "Boardwalk Empire" was also shut out in the acting categories, although the drama series won seven Emmys last week at the creative services ceremony and a best directing Emmy for Martin Scorsese.

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No one would think a little person in mobbed-up 1920s Atlantic City would have an easy time of it, but Nic Novicki, the actor and stand-up comic who plays Carl in HBO's "Boardwalk Empire, " says his character has depth and humor.

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