Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition, and Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure.
On November 5, 2009, Mariner Energy, Inc. issued a press release that announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, provided an operational update, and gave information about a conference call to discuss these matters. The call is scheduled for November 6, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time). A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
(d) Exhibits.

No. Description

99.1 Press Release dated November 5, 2009

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