SPOTLIGHT TV DVD REVIEWS
REVIEWS
TAXI: The Fourth Season Street Date: September 22, 2009 Actors: Judd Hirsch, Tony Danza, Danny DeVito Genre: Comedy REVIEW - Finally...after a 4 year wait, Season 4 of Taxi hits DVD! This is a show with a fantastic cast, superb writing and it's real funny! Relive the antics of this rag-tag group of cabbies as they make thier way through life, even with Louie yelling at them! Check it out, you will enjoy it! 4 out of 5 slates!
STAR TREK THE ORIGINAL SERIES: Season 2 Blu-Ray Street Date: September 22, 2009 Actors: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy Genre: Sci-Fi REVIEW - The crew of the Enterprise are now clearer and sharper than ever in this Blu-ray release of the second season of the original show. They have both the original special effects and the new enhanced effects on the disc, so you can choose which way you want to watch the show. Here is a top notch use of new Blu-ray technology on an older series...Scotty would be proud! 4 out of 5 slates!
FRIDAY THE 13th The Series: The Final Season 
Street Date: September 22, 2009 Actors: Steve Monarque, Louise Robey Genre: Horror, Mystery
REVIEW - Friday The 13th The Series continues into it's final season with bad acting and low production values...you'd think it would have improved from season to season, but no. This is one of those shows that seemed better when you were a kid, but doesn't hold up well over time. 2 out of 5 slates!
BROTHERHOOD: The Final Season Street Date: September 22, 2009 Actors: Jason Isaacs, Jason Clarke Genre: Drama REVIEW - Here is another Showtime series that is a quality show! Brotherhood is a well written and well acted show that should continue. The biggest problem with this and many other Showtime show's is that they have to few episodes each season...this one only has 8 episodes. If you haven't seen Brotherhood before, do yourself a favor, get all the seasons and enjoy! 4 out of 5 slates!
GHOST WHISPERER: The Fourth Season Street Date: September 22, 2009 Actors: Jennifer Love Hewitt, David Conrad Genre: Mystery/Drama/Sci-Fi REVIEW -Ghost Whisperer is a good show for those that like a slice of a ghost storty mixed with a touching theme. It usually has an uplifting ending. This season over all may be not quite as strong as previous seasons, but still well done. It's loading with extras, including an interactive game! Fun! 4 out of 5 slates!
CSI MIAMI: The Seventh Season Street Date: September 15, 2009 Actors: David Caruso, Eve LaRue, Jonathan Togo Genre: Crime/Drama 
REVIEW - I must admit, I'm not a big fan of the newer crime dramas on TV now...not that I don't like them and not because they are bad, but there are just other things I watch. But, of course for this review, I sat down and watched this season,,,and I can see why it's been on for 7 seasons. It's very good. There is so much going on on this season...drug addiction, betrayal, drama, drama and more drama...and that's all just amongst the the series regulars, never mind each episode's storyline! 4 out of 5 slates!
ONE STEP BEYOND: The Official 1st Season Street Date: September 15, 2009 Actors: John Newland Genre: Sci-Fi/Fantasy 
REVIEW - Here is another show that deserved an appropriate release. Since it is in public domain, there have been poor quality copies available for a while, but with this release, you finally can see a great picture on a show that has always been considered "less" than the more popular "Twilight Zone", which has been played to death on TV. "One Step Beyond" is a completely different show, based on true events and really deserves more credit. Check this old series out...you will not be sorry. 4 out of 5 slates!
BONANZA: Season One Volume 1 & Volume 2 Street Date: September 15, 2009 Actors: Lorne Greene, Michael Landon, Dan Blocker Genre: Action/Western/Adventure 
REVIEW - At last! Ben, Adam, Hoss and Little Joe ride on to DVD. This series has drama and humor mixed into stories that hold your interest. A strong chemistry among the actors adds to the appeal of the show. These 2 separate volumes bring you the first full season of one of the best westerns which lasted for fourteen seasons. Each volume includes some interesting extras. 4 out of 5 slates!
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: The Ninth Season Street Date: September 1, 2009 Actors: Laurence Fishburne, Marg Helgenberger Genre: Crime/Drama 
REVIEW - The ninth season of CSI shows why this has been on for nine years. A quality show with writting and acting that shines! This team knows what they are doing. The BluRay is incredible as far as the picture quality. Special features include deleted scenes and more. 4 out of 5 slates!
THE GAME: The FIRST Season Street Date: September 1, 2009 Actors: Tia Mowry, Colby Bell Genre: Comedy/Drama/Romance 
REVIEW - The Game is a spin-off of Girlfriends and I think it's a little better than Girlfriends. It follows the trials and tribulations of the women behind men in professional football. A bit uneven, but worth watching. 3.5 out of 5 slates. 
CRIMINAL MINDS: The Fourth Season Street Date: September 8, 2009 Actors: A.J. Cook, Paget Brewster, Thomas Gibson Genre: Crime/Drama 
REVIEW - Here is another well written and acted TV show. The storylines are solid and this season (Season 4) has to be one of the best for Criminal Minds. This team of FBI profilers get the work done for true TV entertainment. Be sure to check out the season finale...wow! Great show. 4 out of 5 slates!
HARPER'S ISLAND: The DVD Edition Street Date: September 8, 2009 Actors: Katie Cassidy, Jim Beaver, Elaine Cassidy Genre: Mystery/Thriller
REVIEW - Harper's Island is a show that drags you in from the first frame. It's full of suspense and may not be for the weak of heart! It's an enjoyable show that lasted only 13 episodes and it is all wrapped up in the end so you are not left hanging. The DVD has extras that include a gag reel and deleted scenes. 4 out of 5 slates!
THE UNTOUCHABLES: The Sixth Season Street Date: August 25, 2009 Actors: Robert Stack, Steve London, Bruce Gordon Genre: Crime/Drama
REVIEW - Robert Stack is Eliot Ness. He is the man. Stack plays Ness as a no nonsense, by the book guy. No humor, just get in the bad guys face and take them down. This is a great piece of TV history, loaded with gangsters, twists and turns and action. You'll see some TV staples show up as guest stars including Peter Falk (Columbo) as a sleazy mobster...he plays it well! With the small revival of gangster films coming our way from Johnny Depp and others, here is a chance to see how tv handled it back in the day. 4 out of 5 slates!
NCIS: The Sixth Season Street Date: August 25, 2009 Actors: Mark Harmon, Lauren Holly, Sean Murray Genre: Crime/Mystery/Action/Drama
REVIEW - Here is a show that has just about everything...action, drama, mystery and even a little humor thrown in just to take the edge off. Of course, this show has a feel of JAG to it, and that's good. A well done show led by Mark Harmon as Special Agent Gibbs and the crew makes for excellent viewing and loaded with extras. 4 out of 5 slates!
TV SETS: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT Street Date: August 25, 2009 Actors: Jack Lord, Gary Sinise, Micael C. Hall Genre: Crime/Mystery/Action/Adventure
REVIEW - They mixed this set up with two gems from the past and two from today! From the past we get "The Streets of San Francisco" and "Hawaii-Five-0", while you get to sample "Dexter" and "CSI:NY" from today. The only "problem" is, it will keep you wanting more! 4 out of 5 slates!
TV SETS: BEYOND THE ORDINARY 
Street Date: August 25, 2009 Actors: William Shatner, Amber Tamblyn Genre: Mystery/Sci-Fi
REVIEW - I like these compilation sets, it gives you a chance to see a mix of shows, sometimes the pilots, and see if you like them. This set includes an episode of "Star Trek", the pilot of "4400", "Medium" and "Joan of Arcadia". Nice mix! 4 out of 5 slates!
CALIFORNICATION: The Complete 2nd Season Street Date: August 25, 2009 Actors: David Duchovney Genre: Comedy/Drama
REVIEW - Having never seen the first season, I can not compare the two, but this is one funny show! I explained it to someone as "if you mixed "Sex and the City " and "Two and a Half Men", this is what you would get." I laughed alot watching "Californication". It's naughty, spicy, for adults and funny! Did I say it was funny? It is! The only downside is they made to few episodes per season...can't wait for season 3!...and it's funny! 5 out of 5 slates. 
DEXTER: The Third Season ANOTHER REVIEW - Our favorite serial killer is back for more blood in season 3 - and boy is there quite the blood bath! With the pure intensity and awesomeness of season 2 ending (nothing beats the season 2 finale), fans will be ecstatic to see who Dexter has in set his sights on and who has Dexter in their sights as well. Fans will even begin to see a slight change of heart in Dexter, but don't worry he's still got his killing down to a science. Season 3 moves as smoothly as Dexter's knives and you will crave more and more! 4 1/2 slates out of 5! Can't wait for Season 4!! - reviewed by Min
Street Date: August 18, 2009 Actors: Michael C. Hall, Julie Benz, James Remar Genre: Crime, Horror
REVIEW - If you haven't seen this show because you don't have Showtime, you need to check this out! It's a very captivating show. It has been nominated for several Emmy's and it's easy to see why. The Blu-Ray is loaded with extras, too! Probably the best season yet! 4 out of 5 slates!
EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS: The Fourth Season Street Date: August 18, 2009 Actors: Tyler Williams, Terry Crews Genre: Comedy/Family 
REVIEW - This is the final season of the show from Chris Rock and the pace seems rushed compared to previous seasons. Probably because they knew the end was coming and they wanted to wrap things up. It's loaded with extras that are fun to watch. 3.5 out of 5 slates.
THE LOVE BOAT: Second Season Volume 2 
Street Date: August 4, 2009 Actors: Gavin MacLeod, Bernie Kopell, Ted Lange Genre: Comedy, Romance
REVIEW - I have to admit, I always enjoy The Love Boat...it's just a fun show! This second half of the second season includes 12 episodes on a four disc set. Look for a boat load of guest stars including Raymond Burr, Bob Denver, Peter Lawford and even Dennis Cole, who was a past guest on On Screen & Beyond. Just sit back, relax and enjoy! 4 out of 5 slates!
EARLY EDITION: The Second Season 
Street Date: July 28, 2009 Actors: Kyle Chandler, Fisher Stevens Genre: Drama
REVIEW - Early Edition is a fun show and Kyle Chandler is very well cast in the part of Gary Hobson. I never watched the show in it's original '97/'98 Season 2 run on TV, but I really enjoyed watching it for the first time. The characters had chemistry and the stories were engaging with drama and a little humor added by Gary's friend. Check this one out for some entertaining viewing. 4 out of 5 slates.
THIS AMERICAN LIFE: Season 2 Street Date: July 28, 2009 Actors: Ira Glass Genre: Documentary
REVIEW - This is a hard show to classify, it's doesn't come from the same cookie-cutter mold as most TV shows come from. It makes you think. It's a Showtime series and not for everyone, but it looks at life through ordinary people and makes you say...wow. 3 1/2 out of 5 slates. 
HOTEL: The First Season THE LUCY SHOW: The Official 1st Season Street Date: July 21, 2009 Actors: Lucille Ball, Vivian Vance Genre: Comedy 
Street Date: July 21, 2009 Actors: James Brolin, Connie Sellecca Genre: Drama
REVIEW - Hotel was a dramatic version of "The Love Boat" with lots of special guest stars, good storylines and well acted. This set includes the original pilot episode which featured Legendary screen star Bette Davis as the owner of the hotel, who was replaced due to illness for the rest of the series run by another screen star Anne Baxter as her sister-in-law. It gets 4 out of 5 slates. 
REVIEW - Lucille Ball had another hit on her hands when she did this show. She brought Vivian Vance along with her, keeping her audience happy with their great chemistry together. Some of the supporting cast doesn't hold up as well with their weak acting, but Lucy makes up for it and this is still a classic comedy! Lucy was a master at the sight gag! 5 out of 5 slates.
MATLOCK: Season 3 Street Date: July 14, 2009 Actors: Andy Griffith, Linda Purl Genre: Crime, Drama
REVIEW - Here comes another season of Matlock. I actually like this season covering the 1989 - 1990 season, better than the previous (even though I liked that one also) of this Andy Griffith outing. He seems more settled in the role. This set comes with 5 discs with a 15 hour 53 minute runnning time and 20 episodes! 3 1/2 out of 5 slates. 
PETTICOAT JUNCTION: The Official Second Season 
Street Date: July 7, 2009 Actors: Bea Benaderet, Edgar Buchanan Genre: Comedy, TV
REVIEW - Season 2 of this fun series comes your way with a bunch of episodes that are sure to tickle your funnybone. Kate and the girls make their guest feel at home while Uncle Joe is always looking for a way to make a buck and get out of work, usually with comical results. Look for some familiar guest stars, including the gentleman who was the voice of George Jetson! It gets 4 out of 5 slates.
The Cleaner: Season One Street Date: June 9, 2009 Actors: Benjamin Bratt, Grace Park Genre: Drama 
REVIEW - The Cleaner is about a team of people who help addicts when they finally realize they are in need of help, while struggling with their own past. Lead by a former addict, played by Benjamin Bratt, this is a solid show with interesting plots and a certain grittiness about it. Worth checking out! 3.5 out of 5 slates.
Perry Mason: The Fourth Season - Volume 1 Street Date: June 9, 2009 Actors: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale Genre: Crime, Drama, TV 
REVIEW - Another impressive release of Perry Mason makes it's way to DVD! More court room drama with the lawyer who has a reputation for sometimes pushing the limits of the law to find the truth. Keep an eye out for some actors in their early careers, showing up as guest stars on the show, such as Robert Reford. 5 out of 5 slates.
Cannon: Season Two, Volume One Street Date: June 2, 2009 Actors: William Conrad Genre: Drama, Mystery, TV 
REVIEW - It's good to see Cannon back with another Season on DVD. This 1972 season picks up with more great episodes of a top-notch show. William Conrad seems so well implanted into the character of Cannon, it's easy to see why he was chosen for the role. 3.5 out of 5 slates.
TV SETS: FOREVER FUNNY Street Date: May 26, 2009 Actors: Various Actors, Multiple Shows Genre: Comedy, Family 
REVIEW - Here is another grouping of the pilot episodes of some of the funniest classic TV shows ever made! This is a piece of history, from the 50's to the 90's, you get to see the beginnings of "I Love Lucy", "The Honeymooners", "The Brady Bunch", "The Odd Couple", "Taxi", "Cheers"and "Frasier"! What a lineup! This is a very funny compilation! 5 out of 5 slates.
TV SETS: ACTION PACK Street Date: May 26, 2009 Actors: Various Actors, Multiple Shows Genre: Action, Adventure
REVIEW - This set is a fun set to have. It brings you the first episodes of 4 great actionTV shows, so you get to see how they began! The shows included are "Mission Impossible", "MacGyver", "Walker Texas Ranger" and "NCIS", so you have a range of years from the 60's to 2003. It makes a great way to see how things have changed over time, but each show comes through with the goods! 4 out of 5 slates.
The Mod Squad: The Second Season, Volume 2 Street Date: May 26, 2009 Actors: Michael Cole, Peggy Lipton, Clarence Williams III Genre: Action, Crime Drama, TV 
REVIEW - Julie, Pete and Linc return to finish off the second season of TV's hippest cop show. It's a great look into an era , this was released in the 1971 - 1972 season, when teens every where flocked around the TV to see this show. Great storylines make this one a winner! 4 out of 5 slates.
GUNSMOKE: Season Three Vol. 2 Street Date: May 26, 2009 Actors: James Arness, Amanda Blake Genre: Western 
REVIEW - It's been 5 months since Season 3 Vol 1 came out and I only wish they would bring the 2nd half of a season out sooner when they split the season up like this. But, the wait is worth it and Gunsmoke contuinues to deliver great family western action with Marshall Dillon and the rest in Dodge City! 4 1/2 out of 5 slates. 
SISTER SISTER: Season Two Street Date: May 19, 2009 Actors: Tia Mowry, Tamera Mowry, Tim Reid Genre: Comedy 
REVIEW - Season 2 of Sister Sister made Tia and Tamera household names across America. Tim Reid and Jackee Harry made a solid backup cast for the girls, making for a funny show geared mosre toward teens, but still a lot of laughs. 3 1/2 out of 5 slates.
A BABY STORY: First Time Parents Street Date: May 12, 2009 
REVIEW - This DVD is a great litle tool for first time parents, to see how other couples deal with the challenges of parenthood. The cameras follow 10 different couples around and show their stories to let others know, they are not alone. 3 1/2 out of 5 slates.
PENN & TELLER BULLSHIT: Season 6 Street Date: May 12, 2009 Actors: Penn Jillette, Raymond Joseph Teller Genre: Comedy 
REVIEW - Penn & Teller have always been known for their humor and this series, season 6, brings it out in spades! Confronting many different issues, they, well he, speaks his mind on each and everyone. You may not agree with his point of view, but they do present it in a different manner than most. 3 1/2 out of 5 slates.
JAKE & THE FATMAN: Season Two Street Date: May 5, 2009 Actors: William Conrad, Joe Penny Genre: Crime Drama 
REVIEW - Season 2 of "Jake & The Fatman" moves from LA to Hawaii with a solid season premier episode and continues throughout the season with quality shows. I don't know if it was the move to the clean air in Hawaii or what, but this season, the show jumped up a notch. 4 out of 5 slates!
MISSION IMPOSSIBLE The Sixth TV Season 
Street Date: April 28, 2009 Actors: Peter Graves, Greg Morris Genre: Action, Crime, Mystery, Drama
REVIEW - A classic show all around! Mission Impossible Season 6 brings you more of the elaborate missons the show was famous for. William Shatner guest stars on one of the episodes which is particularly well planned out. Not as many explosions as the recent movies with Tom Cruise, but better executed. 4 out of 5 slates!
HAWAII FIVE-0 The Sixth Season 
Street Date: April 21, 2009 Actors: Jack Lord, James MacArthur Genre: Crime Drama
REVIEW - Another season of top notch crime drama comes your way in season 6 of this well done series . Great cast and storylines to match! Look for some well known guest stars also! It lasted 12 years, there's a reason for that, and this season is one of them. A classic! 4 out of 5 slates!
WINGS The Final Season 
Street Date: April 14, 2009 Actors: Timothy Daly, Crystal Bernard Genre: Comedy
REVIEW - A great cast highlighted this 1997 show that moved into it's final season. Brian and Joe Hackett try to make their small airline (one plane!) survive, even with all the crazy friends making you laugh all the way! Alot of fun! 4 out of 5 slates!
BEVERLY HILLS 90210 Season 7 
Street Date: April 7, 2009 Actors: Jason Priestly, Jennie Garth, Luke Perry Genre: Soap, Drama
REVIEW - In 1996-1997 the lies and loves of that famous zip code continued. As I said with the last release, I had never watched the show, but you are easily drawn into the lives of these characters...how can such a small group of people have so many problems, conflict, decieit, lies and so on? Answer...good writers! 4 out of 5 slates!
DYNASTY Season 4 Volume 1 
Street Date: April 7, 2009 Actors: John Forsythe, Joan Collins, Linda Evans Genre: Soap, Drama
REVIEW - Season 4 Volume 1 was the start of the 1983 season and Dynasty was embedded into the TV viewing of America. It continues with a burning house with 2 major characters trapped inside....will they get out? Check it out and all the other dirty deeds going on at Denver-Carrington! Good escapism! 4 out of 5 slates!
THE FUGITIVE: Season 2 Volume 2 
Street Date: March 31, 2009 Actors: David Janseen, Barry Morse Genre: Crime, Drama
REVIEW - David Janseen keeps on running for another half season! For those of you not old enough to remember this show, think "The Hulk" with Bill Bixby or "Nowhere Man" with Bruce Greenwood. This was the original show to have the hero on the run in show after show and it did it right! Top notch TV with some excellent guest stars who went on to huge fame in later years. 4 1/2 out of 5 slates!
 | ANDY RICHTER CONTROLS THE UNIVERSE: The Complete Series Street Date: March 24, 2009 Actors: Andy Richter, Paget Brewster Genre: Comedy
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MASTER OF THE GAME 
Street Date: March 24, 2009 Actors: Dyan Cannon, Leslie Caron, Harry Hamlin
Genre: Mini Series, Drama
REVIEW - This mini series aired 25 years ago and even after all that time it still makes for great viewing. The story draws you into the lives of the Blackwell family starting in the 1890's as they struggle to create and hold on to their diamond empire in South Africa. Great cast! 4 out of 5 slates!
A WOMAN CALLED GOLDA 
Street Date: March 24, 2009 Actors: Ingrid Bergman, Leonard Nimoy
Genre: TV Movie, Drama
REVIEW - Ingrid Bergman stars in this movie about the life of Golda Meir, which turned out to be her last. She also won an Emmy for her work. Riveting film which also stars Leonard Nimoy. 4 out of 5 slates!
UNTAMED & UNCUT 
Street Date: February 24, 2009
Genre: Animal Planet
REVIEW - True life animal adventures, attacks and more! Very interesting collectilon of stories, some of animals in the wild (the mother bear looking for her cub in a suburb) and others of animals in cages (a captive Cobra biting a man and his efforts to be treated before the poison kills him). Sometimes heartwretching and other times heartwarming (saving a deer from drowning). This makes for intriguing viewing! 4 out of 5 slates!
FAMILY TIES: The Fifth Season 
Street Date: March 10, 2009 Actors: Michael J Fox, Justine Bateman, Michael Gross Genre: Comedy
REVIEW - Michael J Fox showed his talent for comic timing on this show. A strong cast, good sitcom stories and a poke at the era made this a show to watch. They could have keyed on Fox and killed the show early (even with his talent, too much of the same thing is not good), instead, during this season, each cast member had a turn to lead the storyline, making it a true ensemble efort...and yes, Fox still shined bright! Be sure to check out the "Gag reel" extras. 4 1/2 out of 5 slates!
CAROLINE IN THE CITY: Season Two Street Date: March 10, 2009 Actors: Lea Thompson, Malcolm Gets, Eric Lutes Genre: Comedy 
REVIEW - Caroline in the city lacked any real spark on the show. It wasn't a bad show, but it didn't have anything that pushed it into the spotlight. There are some funny episodes and no real extras, other than the episode promos. 3 out of 5 slates.
7th HEAVEN: The Eighth Season 
Street Date: March 3, 2009
Actors: Rachel Blanchard, Stephen Collins, Catherine Hicks, Beverly Mitchell Genre: Drama, Family, TV
REVIEW - This time, the 2003-2004 season comes your way for 7th Heaven and it is as good as ever and there are more seasons to come. This show is a rare one, showing strong family values, but not shying away from modern issues. This is a relatively quick release, which I'm sure is appreciated by fans. 4 out of 5 slates!
RETURN OF THE MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E.
Street Date: March 3, 2009 Actors: Robert Vaughn, David McCallum Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller
REVIEW - In 1983, years after the show went of the air, they were brought back for another mission. This TV movie was not as good as the show was, but it is still an interesting watch. David McCullum does most of the work, as in the series, while Vaughn plays the debonair spy who gets the girl. Look for an appearance of a certain other spy referred to as "JB"! 4 out of 5 slates!
NASH BRIDGES: The Second Season 
Street Date: March 3, 2009 Actors: Don Johnson, Cheech Marin Genre: Drama
REVIEW - Don Johnson and Cheech Marin are a good match in this 1997 season show. The episodes are engaging and they both add a bit of humor to their roles to offset the drama. Good solid show. 4 out of 5 slates!
GIRLFRIENDS: The Sixth Season Street Date: February 24, 2009 Actors: Golden Brooks, Persia White, Jill Marie Jones Genre: Comedy 
REVIEW - I found this to be a rather uneven show with low production values and a very odd (annoying) laughtrack. The stories are not bad and it grows on you as you watch the series, but we can still only give it 3 out of 5 slates.
SABRINA, THE TEENAGE WITCH: The 5th Season Street Date: February 17, 2009 Actors: Melissa Joan Hart, Caroline Rhea Genre: Family 
REVIEW - In this season, Sabrina sets out to college, which can prove rough on a teen witch! Based on the "Archie" comics spin-off, it makes for good viewing for the kids. Look for TV "Punky Brewster" as Sabrina's roommate. No extras in this set. 3 1/2 out of 5 slates.
THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES: The Official 3rd Season
Street Date: February 17, 2009 Actors: Buddy Ebsen, Irene Ryan, Donna Douglas Genre: Comedy
REVIEW - It's corny, but it's a lot of fun, what more can I say! Be sure to watch the extra "The Legend of the Beverly Hillbillies". If you have seen this show before, watch the extra first to get you in the mood for the show, it's a great nostalgia piece with host Mac Davis and some of the original cast in character, from 1993. 4 out of 5 slates!
TALES FROM THE DARKSIDE: The First Season Street Date: February 10, 2009 Actors: Various Guest Stars Genre: Horror, Fantasy 
REVIEW - George Romero tried to bring back "Night Gallery", "Twilight Zone", "Alfred Hitchcock Presents" and ended up with a valiant attempt that fell short. Some episodes in this season are top notch while others miss the boat. Worth watching, but expect sporadic results. Look for many good guest stars, some in early performances. 3 out of 5 slates.
FRIDAY THE 13th The Series: Season 2 
Street Date: February 10, 2009 Actors: John D Lemay, Louise Robey Genre: Horror, Mystery
REVIEW - Friday The 13th The Series tried to bring horror to television...what it brought was an attempt that looked more like a horror version of the kids tv show, "Power Rangers". Unless you are under 10 years old, the only scary thing about this show was the bad production values and even worse acting! 2 out of 5 slates!
MELROSE PLACE: The Fifth Season Volume 1 
Street Date: February 10, 2009 Actors: Heather Locklear, Marcia Cross Genre: Soap Opera, Drama
REVIEW - Ok...here is another one of those shows, back in 1996-97, that I never watched. So I sat down to review it, trying to keep an open mind (Soap Opera...yeeech) and found I was drawn into the stories. Not bad! Betrayal, murder, blackmail! The cast is loaded with people who have gone onto more recent things, including two stars of "Desperate Housewives", "Swingtown" and more! 4 out of 5 slates!
DAVE'S WORLD: Season 2 Street Date: February 3, 2009 Actors: Harry Anderson, Shadoe Stevens Genre: Comedy Click here to listen to our interview with Shadoe Steves who played "Kenny" on "Dave's World"! 
REVIEW - Harry Anderson played Dave on this series and came up with a "quite hit", one of those shows that didn't get a lot of press, but was good and lasted for four seasons. It features a solid supporting cast with Shadoe Stevens, Meshach Taylor and DaLane Matthews in this 1994-95 season. Fun bits! Check it out! 3 1/2 out of 5 slates.
BECKER: Season 2 Street Date: February 3, 2009 Actors: Ted Danson Genre: Comedy 
REVIEW - This is not Ted Danson's best work, but still a fun series. He is not a lovable character, like he was on "Cheers", in this 1999-2000. It's a 3 disc set with 24 episodes. 3 out of 5 slates.
THE INVADERS: The Second Season 
Street Date: January 27, 2009 Actors: Roy Thinnes Genre: Sci-Fi
REVIEW - Here is a Sci-Fi show that ended before it should have. It was another one of those 60's Quinn Martin Productions that was well written, but still ended to soon. The guest star line-up in this set is chock full of well known stars from that time and many people who later became big stars. There is commentary from Roy Thinnes before each episode, where he points out interseting facts. A total of 1336 minutes of Sci-Fi fun! 4 1/2 out of 5 slates!
CHEERS: The Final Season 
Street Date: January 27, 2009 Actors: Ted Danson, Kelsey Grammer, Kirstey Alley Genre: Comedy
REVIEW - This DVD set of the final season of Cheers is great, but it doesn't have the usual liner notes inside the DVD. It just has the disc episode list on the back, but it's whats inside that counts. Cheers was a great show, that may have went a season or to longer than it should have, but it ended it style. The last episode was a great way to end the series..."Sorry, we're closed." Classic. 4 1/2 out of 5 slates!
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THIS AMERICAN LIFE: Season 1 Street Date: January 20, 2009 Actors: Ira Glass Genre: Documentary, Comedy 
REVIEW - This show does a good job of showing different sides of life in America, and always thought provoking. This was a Showtime series, so many people many not have seen it unless they subscribe to Showtime. If you have a chance, check it out if you like documentary style shows. 3 1/2 out of 5 slates.
WALKER TEXAS RANGER: Season 6 Street Date: January 13, 2009 Actors: Chuck Norris, Clarence Gilyard Genre: Action, Crime, Drama 
REVIEW - Walker Texas Ranger is a good series, reminicent of the 70's type cop shows. Chuck gets to show his karate skills in each episode as he whoops the bad guys, but the part of the series that really throws me for a loop is his ability in some of the shows to "communicate with animals"...that goes a little to far for me, for a cop show. Other than that it's a good show, but... 3 out of 5 slates.
MATLOCK: Season 2 Street Date: January 13, 2009 Actors: Andy Griffith, Linda Purl Genre: Crime, Drama 
REVIEW - One of America's most loved TV actors, Andy Griffith, played the title role in this series. This was the 2nd season, covering the 87'-88' time period. The show was well written and had some good stories. Griffith was slowing down by this time and a lot of the "action" was done by his assistants, but he lead them through the trials and all ends well in each episode. Enjoyable viewing. 3 1/2 out of 5 slates.
MANNIX: Season 2 
Street Date: January 6, 2009 Actors: Mike Connors, Gail Fisher Genre: Crime
REVIEW - Most 60's Cop shows were a lot alike...well written and executed...and Mannix was no exception. He was a tough cookie with a soft center, helping others who were in trouble and always getting his man, with a few fist fights thrown in for good measure. Gail Fisher joined the cast for the duration of the series and did an excellent job in the roll. This is a well done set, but sorry no extras. 4 out of 5 slates!
DUCKMAN: Season 3 & 4 
Street Date: January 6, 2009 Actors: Jason Alexander Genre: Animation, Comedy, TV
REVIEW - Put the kids to bed! This is not for the kids! Even though it was produced by the peolpe that brought "The Rugrats" to the kiddies, "Duckman" was definitley for the adults...and it worked. This USA Network late night show is a barrel of laughs and mocks life with a duck who salivates over women and is very un-PC. Good for laughs! 4 out of 5 slates!
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RAWHIDE: The Third Season - Volume 2
Street Date: December 9, 2008 Actors: Eric Flemming, Clint Eastwood Genre: Western, Classic, Adventure, TV
REVIEW -This 4 disc set of Rawhide spans the 2nd part of the 3rd season of the series, Feb. 1961 thru June 1961 and has a whopping 779 minutes of western fun and adventure. It features a young Clint Eastwood as Rowdy Yates. Each episode includes a nice dose of drama and a side helping of light-hearted comedy. The cast works well together and seem to be having fun, while not taking themselves too seriously. For those of you hoping for some DVD extras, sorry, none here, but this is still a good DVD set! Head 'em up, move 'em out! 4 out of 5 slates.
GUNSMOKE: The Third Season - Volume 1 Street Date: December 9, 2008 Actors: James Arness, Amanda Blake, Milburn Stone Genre: Action, Western, TV 
REVIEW - As Gunsmoke moved into it's 3rd season in 1957, it had firmly placed itself as a solid hit in the era of TV westerns. Matt Dillion was one tough Marshall and it was a good thing...each episode had at least one person waving a gun, causing trouble in Dodge. The stories are all well written and loaded with suspense. You can easily see why this was one of TV's longest running shows. The 3 disc set is loaded with 19 episodes, that is more than some shows today have in a full season, and this is only the first half of the 3rd season! The packaging is pretty standard, I only wish they would put a photo on the discs instead of the simple gray disc with the show title in silver, it would make the product more appealing. There is not much for extras other than a few Sponsor Spots on the 3rd disc which are fun to watch. This is a good solid DVD release of a top notch show and we give it 4.5 out of 5 slates.
Perry Mason: The Third Season - Volume 2 Street Date: December 2, 2008 Actors: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale Genre: Crime, Drama, TV 
REVIEW - Perry Mason ran from 1957 to 1966 with over 270 episodes, a very impressive run. I like the way he always handled the people on the witness stand. He was the attorney's attorney! This release is so clear and crisp, that I am sure that for people who watched the show when it was first aired, it will be like watching a different show! No more fuzzy picture because of the rabbit ears! But seriously, they have done a great job with the transfer to DVD and I can't wait for them to release more seasons of the show. Classic TV at its best! 5 out of 5 slates.
Jake and the Fatman: Season 1, Volume 2 Street Date: December 2, 2008 Actors: William Conrad, Joe Penny Genre: Crime, Drama, TV 
REVIEW - In the late 80's William Conrad returned to another long running series, Jake and the Fatman. He plays J.L. "Fatman" McCabe and he is a district attorney in LA this time around. Again, he dosen't move much, but with the help of his assistant DA, Derek Mitchell (Alan Campbell) and a speciial investigator, Jake Styles (Joe Penny), they fight to rid the streets of crime. There is still plenty of action in this set and it's fun to see the interaction between Conrad and Penny's characters. We give it 3 out of 5 slates.
Cannon: Season One, Volume Two Street Date: December 2, 2008 Actors: William Conrad Genre: Drama, Mystery, TV 
REVIEW - Ex-cop, turned private investigator, Frank Cannon, played by William Conrad (know for being a narrator in many shows over the years including "The Fugitive", "Rocky & Bullwinkle" and "Buck Rogers in the 25th Century"), was not you typical PI. He loved food and his size showed that fact. Don't expect to see him running down the street chasing bad guys! No way! This series was another Quinn Martin Production, well written and acted and it lasted for 120 episodes from 1971 to 1976. This was one of those "quite" hits that just kept moving along year after year and starred a veteran actor who was a class act. 3.5 out of 5 slates.
The Mod Squad: The Second Season, Volume 1 Street Date: November 25, 2008 Actors: Michael Cole, Peggy Lipton, Clarence Williams III Genre: Action, Crime Drama, TV 
REVIEW - Most cop shows can play twenty, thirty, even forty years later and other than the hairstyles and clothes, dosen't seem dated to the viewer. The Mod Squad is the opposite. It is very dated with the hip language and clothes, but that was the appeal of the show even back in the late 60's when it originally aired. It was supposed to be going against the grain. The episodes are well written, intriguing and fun to watch. Pete, Julie and Linc were the coolest back then and still are, even with the lovebeads and flower power. Enjoy the trip back in time! Peace! 4 out of 5 slates.
Beverly Hills 90210: The Sixth Season Street Date: November 25, 2008 Actors: : Jennie Garth, Brian Astin Green, Luke Perry, Jason Priestley, Tori Spelling, Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, Ian Ziering Genre: Drama, Soap, TV 
REVIEW - I must admit right from the start I was never a fan of this show. Never watched it, didn't care too. But as a reviewer I am obligated to sit down and watch everthing and I must say, it took several episodes, but after watching them , I can see why this was such a big hit with fans. It plays more like a daytime soap than the likes of Dynasty, which played things over the top which added to its appeal, not taking it's self to seriously. I liked watching Dylan's obsessive pursuit of his father's killer. Fans of the show will love it and if others give it a chance they will enjoy it too. I'm still not a big fan, but it is interesting viewing once you get into it. 
3 out of 5 slates.
Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C.: The Final Season Street Date: November 25, 2008 Actors: Jim Nabors, Frank Sutton, Ronnie Schell Genre: Comedy, TV 
REVIEW -Even though this show was made in the 60's, it still supplies plenty of laughs. Jim Nabors plays the innocent gas station attendent from Mayberry. North Carolina (it was a spin-off of The Andy Griffith Show) who joins the Marines and his life with his tough sergeant, played by the Frank Sutton. They were a great team on the show and this, their final season, had some memorable shows which will make for another fine addition of classic TV from the 1960's for you collection. Shazam! 4 out of 5 slates.
Star Trek: The Original Series: Season Three Remastered Street Date: November 18, 2008 Actors: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, TV 
REVIEW - Almost twenty two and a half hours of the original Sci-Fi classic with newly added CGI special effects makes this a sure winner! Even the packaging is cool! As an added bonus, this set includes the original pilot episode "The Cage". Some people may have a problem with the studio "touching up" the show by adding CGI effects, but you have to admit, no matter how die-hard a fan you maybe, it does look good. The space scenes look sharper, the planets look real, even the Enterprise gets a touch up. The added CGI aside, it's still the original Star Trek and one of the best classic Sci-Fi TV shows of all time! Live long and prosper! (Spock)
Hawaii Five-O: The Fifth Season Street Date: November 18, 2008 Actors: Jack Lord, James MacArthur, Kam Fong Genre: Action, Drama, TV 
REVIEW - This DVD collection offers over a whopping twenty hours of viewing pleasure for fans of no-nonsense police action dramas. Jack Lord plays Steve McGarrett, the head of an elite police task force set in Hawaii, tough job, but someone has to do it! Lord's take on his character was very much in the vain of Jack Webb on Dragnet, very dry and hard nosed, and it works. Good storylines with beautiful Hawaiian backdrops and one of the best theme songs in TV history, makes for an enjoyable series. Book 'em, Danno!
 | Odd Couple: The Final Season Street Date: November 18, 2008 Actors: Jack Klugman, Al Molinaro, Tony Randall Genre: Comedy, TV REVIEW -When you watch enough TV, you can eventually tell who produces a series just by the look of the show. This had Garry Marshall written all over it and it was another hit for him, but how could he have gone wrong with the talents of Jack Klugman and Tony Randall. Even in this 5th and final season, these two actors had so much chemistry together. For those of you not familar with the series, or too young to have seen it, think "Two And A Half Men" minus the son and the heavy sexual references. This show is a lot of fun with Klugman as the slob and Randall as the neat freak, two class acts on a classic TV show! |
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7th Heaven: The Seventh Season REVIEW - Now that there are so many things to watch on TV, we tend to watch the same type of shows we are comfortable with and miss out on some very good programs. For me, this was one of them. I never watched this show and after watching it for my review, I must say, this is an excellent show! The storylines are well written, the acting is believable and the characters are likeable. I, for one, will be looking at the earlier seasons to find how the family progressed to point in their lives that they are during this season. At first I was a little confused as which characters were family and which were boyfriends, girlfriends, etc, but halfway through the first show, I was catching on to who was who (including the chimp!). We highly recommend this compelling show to any DVD collection. 
Street Date: November 11, 2008
Actors: Rachel Blanchard, Stephen Collins, Catherine Hicks, Beverly Mitchell Genre: Drama, Family, TV
CBS/Paramount THE WILD WILD WEST - The Complete Series Street Date: November 4, 2008 REVIEW -In the 1960's James Bond first came to the Big Screen and TV jumped on the bandwagon...big time. It was loaded with spy shows like "The Man From U.N.C.L.E.", "The Avengers", "Get Smart" and many more. The "Wild Wild West" was no exception, but it took a different twist on the genre... It was set in the 1800's. James West and Artemus Gordon were two special agents who worked for President Grant and they had more tricks, gadgets and disguises than Bond and Batman ever had! Even McGiver would have been impressed! This is a great complete series set with special packaging, booklet and case. It comes with special features and a bonus disc with two made for TV movies made after the show left the air. Each episode has one or more special guest star (It was hard to take Harvey Korman seriously as a Baron...I kept thinking Carol Burnett and Tim Conway were going to pop into the scene!) they even had a young Richard Pryor on the show! This makes a nice addition to any DVD collection if you like action adventure and alot of fun!
Actors: Charles Aidman, Robert Conrad, Michael Dunn, Roy Engel, Douglas Henderson, Ross Martin
Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, TV, Western
CBS/Paramount JAG: The Seventh Season - Review REVIEW - This is one of those shows that was not a monster hit making the news all the time, but it was a constant "quiet" hit every year. Each episode is a good, solid hour of entertainment, filled with action and drama. The first episode in this season 7 set, "Adrift", is part two of the last episode of season 6, so it could be a little confusing unless you have seen that cliffhanger episode, but it still is a show that draws you in. There are 24 episodes in this set, each stands on it's own, but they also continue to piece together the lives of Harm and Mac. If you haven't seen JAG before, this is a good season to get and if your a longtime fan, it's one more season to enjoy!
Street Date: November 4, 2008
Actors: Catherine Bell, Patrick Labyorteaux, John M. Jackson, Chuck Carrington, Scott Lawrence
Genre: Action, Drama, TV
Synopsis: JAG (Judge Advocate General) is an elite legal branch of military officers trained as lawyers who investigate, prosecute and defend those accused of crimes in the military, including murder, treason and terrorism. Navy Cmdr. Harmon "Harm" Rabb, an ace pilot turned lawyer, and Marine Lt. Col. Sarah "Mac" MacKenzie, a beautiful and strictly by-the-book officer, are colleagues, both with similar high standards, that often find themselves clashing with one another as they take different routes to solve cases.
CBS/Paramount | THE 4400 - Review Street Date:October 28, 2008 Synopsis:Over the last century, thousands of people have gone missing. Suddenly and inexplicably, 4400 missing people are returned, all at once, exactly as they were on the day they vanished. Unclear what this world-altering event means, the government investigates the 4400 to piece together where they've been and why they've been returned. It quickly becomes apparent that their presence will change the human race in ways no one could have foreseen. REVIEW-Having never seen this series when it originally aired, I didn't know what to expect, but after watching the pilot episode I was hooked and never lost interest through the whole set. If you mixed "The X-Files", "Heros" and "Dark Skies" together, this is what you'd get, action, good Sci-Fi and an interesting storyline! Each episode weaves the lives of members of the 4400 together and the investigating team keeping an eye on them. It also has a bonus disc with extras for those of you who enjoy going beyond the series itself! |
Dynasty: Season 3 Volume 2 Street Date: October 21, 2008 Actors: Joan Collins, Linda Evans, John Forsythe, Heather Locklear Genre: Drama, Soap,TV 
REVIEW - Dynasty, half the acting was way over the top and the other half was extremely bad! The show featured high drama with music to accent the important parts, just in case you didn't know it was important. But, with all the things wrong with the show, it was and still is, one of America's guilty pleasures! Heather Locklear plays Sammi Jo, one of the meanest witches of television history, probably second only to Joan Collins as Alexis. This season has poisonings, blackmail, cat fights, bed hopping, betrayl and that's just the tip of the iceberg! Get it, watch it and continue to deny you enjoy it!
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