If you're a Ray Liotta fan, then you probably already know that the guy's got a new series called "Smith" on CBS. And if you're a Martin Scorsese fan, the you probably already know that he's got a new film called "The Departed" coming out. Well, welcome to corporate synergy, "Goodfellas"-style.

Short version: Liotta's "Smith" debut will come with only two commercials -- both promos for "The Departed."

Long version, courtesy of Variety: "Under a deal with CBS, Warner Bros. will use the premiere of "Smith," "Goodfellas" star Liotta's new ... drama, to help hype upcoming Scorsese feature "The Departed." Arrangement calls for the "Smith" bow to air with just four minutes of commercials -- all for the new Scorsese pic.

Making the plan possible: The first episode of "Smith" runs nearly a full hour sans commercials. (CBS) could've aired the pilot as a 90-minute special, but limiting ad time can be an effective way to draw attention to a show."

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I was planning to watch "Smith" anyway (huge Liotta fan here), but now with the promise of no commercials and two new Scorsese clips ... I'll be sure not to miss it. "Smith" will run at 10pm on Thursdays, and it's got a pretty stellar cast. In addition to Mr. Liotta, we also get Amy Smart, Virginia Madsen, Simon Baker, Shoreh Aghdashloo, Jonny Lee Miller, and Franky G.