Itunes TV Shows slow downloading?

I have got bt infinity and have a download speed of 64.79mbps according to speedtest.net but when i download a tv show in HD its taking an hour to download one episode of 2.07GB? How is this even possible when i download everywhere else a 2GB file wouldnt even take half as much time as that. Apple need to fix this its ridiculous. Is there anything i can do to speed it up?

Don't waste you time waiting for Apple to answer or fix this. It has been a constant issue for years!!!.
It has absolutely nothing to do with your own internet connection, it is purely lack of functionality on behalf of Itunes.
I have similar speeds to you, but try buying a HD tv show from itunes and it takes 24 hours or more to down load, buy the same show of netflix and it takes minutes to down load.
Apple just do t care once they have got your money. Thing they dont pay attention to is lack of repeat business. Eventually, word will spread via forums etc and people will side line itunes for movies etc.
Adrian

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Hello [     ], I apologized for any inconvenience this issue has caused. I reviewed your account and it appears that episode is not yet posted on your account. This is the reason why it has not automatically downloaded on your account. With that being said, please try to wait for a few days or try to download the episode using iTunes in the Cloud feature. Your patience in this matter is greatly appreciated.
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http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/ww/ Please Note: I work T-S, 6-3PM CT.
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<[email protected]>wrote:
> Hello [     ],
>
> Thanks for your reply. I see now that you are unable to download "Growing
> Pains" which is supposed to be included on your season pass "The Vampire
> Diaries, Season 4".
>
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>
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>
> Thank you for your patience. Apple appreciates your business and loyalty.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> [     ]
> iTunes Store/Mac App Store Customer Support
> http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/ww/
>
> Please Note: I work T-S, 6-3PM CT.
> Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to assist you.

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Message was edited by: UbergeekRFC - parenthetical note added
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