The Andy Griffith Show will make it to DVD!
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PQ report = ..........
"This is, without a doubt, the best I’ve ever seen this show look. The elements used for the transfer were nearly pristine, with just a speck here and there. Considering these elements are 44 years old, I’m amazed by the quality."
PQ report = ..........
"This is, without a doubt, the best I’ve ever seen this show look. The elements used for the transfer were nearly pristine, with just a speck here and there. Considering these elements are 44 years old, I’m amazed by the quality."
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Thanks for that review info!
And thanks for those questions. I wanted to ask about the running times but you did it for me.
Epilogues intact and it sounds like the prologues are also intact.
This is good cuz the rumors years ago stated that TBS trimmed them and threw them away. Musta been someone that hated Ted Turner.
I actually have all 249 episodes on tape from around 1985-6 and back then they weren't trimmed like they are now. I even have all of the Mayberry RFD shows on tape and any Gomer Pyle USMC w/visits from Mayberry.
Sicko completist.
And thanks for those questions. I wanted to ask about the running times but you did it for me.
Epilogues intact and it sounds like the prologues are also intact.
This is good cuz the rumors years ago stated that TBS trimmed them and threw them away. Musta been someone that hated Ted Turner.
I actually have all 249 episodes on tape from around 1985-6 and back then they weren't trimmed like they are now. I even have all of the Mayberry RFD shows on tape and any Gomer Pyle USMC w/visits from Mayberry.
Sicko completist.
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I would have loved some good extras on these sets, but ah well, que sera sera. I'm just happy to have the episodes finally out on disc.
I was beginning to get tired of hearing people say, "Yeah, I've got The Andy Griffith Show on DVD already" when referring to the countless, ususally subpar, releases of the same old public domain episodes. :-)
I hope that regardless of the "color episode hating" that goes on among many fans, that Paramount stays on track and releases every season. Even though it's not the same without Barney around, I still dig the later episodes, and I'd pick 'em all up.
-Slappy
I was beginning to get tired of hearing people say, "Yeah, I've got The Andy Griffith Show on DVD already" when referring to the countless, ususally subpar, releases of the same old public domain episodes. :-)
I hope that regardless of the "color episode hating" that goes on among many fans, that Paramount stays on track and releases every season. Even though it's not the same without Barney around, I still dig the later episodes, and I'd pick 'em all up.
-Slappy
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Here's a site that reviews all of the public domain discs.
He'll probably add a review for the new one after it's released.
www.tagsdvdreview.iwarp.com
He'll probably add a review for the new one after it's released.
www.tagsdvdreview.iwarp.com
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You should be able to order the season one set tomorrow at DDD using one of the many 20% codes for under $22 shipped. That price beats Amazon with a STL discount and free shipping.
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Originally posted by LASERMOVIES
You should be able to order the season one set tomorrow at DDD using one of the many 20% codes for under $22 shipped. That price beats Amazon with a STL discount and free shipping.
You should be able to order the season one set tomorrow at DDD using one of the many 20% codes for under $22 shipped. That price beats Amazon with a STL discount and free shipping.
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Originally posted by djones6746
I thought about cancelling my $24 and change preorder from Amazon but for $3.00....did not want to take the chance that DDD will not be able to meet the demand with the 20% promotion. Amazon is already listing my order as shipping soon...I had a chance to cancel over the weekend but decided to stick with my Amazon order.
I thought about cancelling my $24 and change preorder from Amazon but for $3.00....did not want to take the chance that DDD will not be able to meet the demand with the 20% promotion. Amazon is already listing my order as shipping soon...I had a chance to cancel over the weekend but decided to stick with my Amazon order.
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As mentioned in a new thread, season two will be out May 24.
But here's something new:
Paramount has also announced that it plans to release the Complete Third Season this fall and the Complete Fourth Season before the end of the year. Tentative dates for the those releases likely will be announced before Memorial Day.
But here's something new:
Paramount has also announced that it plans to release the Complete Third Season this fall and the Complete Fourth Season before the end of the year. Tentative dates for the those releases likely will be announced before Memorial Day.
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Good news!
Season three will be out in August!
Andy Griffith Show, The - Heads-up on the 3rd Season DVD Release
Posted by David Lambert
5/09/2005
With the 2nd Season set almost in our hands (just two more weeks), Paramount has let us know what month to expect to get the 3rd Season set for The Andy Griffith Show. According to a blurb they passed out late last week, you can expect to see that in August. Stay tuned for details, including box art, contents, pricing, and an exact date, once Paramount firms up their plans and makes them known.
Link to this page:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=3391
Season three will be out in August!
Andy Griffith Show, The - Heads-up on the 3rd Season DVD Release
Posted by David Lambert
5/09/2005
With the 2nd Season set almost in our hands (just two more weeks), Paramount has let us know what month to expect to get the 3rd Season set for The Andy Griffith Show. According to a blurb they passed out late last week, you can expect to see that in August. Stay tuned for details, including box art, contents, pricing, and an exact date, once Paramount firms up their plans and makes them known.
Link to this page:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=3391
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Originally Posted by whoster69
Pity they didn't include some extras.
"I tell you something, those were wonderful years of my life," he said about doing the show. "We simply came to work and did the show. The network never intruded on us, never--and the [ad] agency never intruded on us."
(This was during a discussion about A Face in the Crowd, hence the aside about ad agencies.)
He said the only thing he does have control over is merchandise.
"I have to agree to everything they put out, because they use my likeness and the name of the show," he said. "That's the only thing I have control over. I turned down a pair of boxer shorts with Barney Fife's picture on them. I just didn't think they were in good taste. I passed on that."
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Thanks for the info. It's sad that they didn't ask for him and the other remaining members to do some commentaries, etc.
Where did you talk with him? How is his health?
Where did you talk with him? How is his health?
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Originally Posted by Buford T Pusser
Where did you talk with him? How is his health?
Andy Griffith stands out in 'Crowd'
He said he was feeling great, and he sounded fine. It was an honor and a pleasure to speak with him. And when I told him that, being Andy Griffith, he replied that it was an honor and a pleasure for him to speak with me, too--a true Southern gentleman.
I did get him to use the F-word, though, and to say, "Good cracker!"
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Thanks for the link and the info Randy. Very much appreciated as always. I always enjoy reading your work.
I didn't need to know that Somebody did a song once about "The Andy Griffith Show" and pointed out that nobody uses that particular word in Mayberry; now we can't even say that anymore. Call me a prude if you'd like, but that kinda destroys the image I had of him.
Originally Posted by rasalas
I did get him to use the F-word, though,
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I'm looking forward to season 2 but haven't decided where to purchase it from yet. I might wait until a possible later DDD sale if no good deals show up around the release date.
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Call me a prude if you'd like, but that kinda destroys the image I had of him.
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Originally Posted by rasalas
Griffith was quoting a set direction by director Elia Kazan, so he didn't really say it. I hope that restores your image of him. I apologize if not.
"did you see pleasentville? F word from the deputy"
I have seen that movie (great film) and didn't catch him saying that. Knotts did use the GD word when he got mad at the kids.
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More info on season three from www.tvshowsondvd.com:
Andy Griffith Show, The - Season 3 date confirmation
Posted by Gord Lacey
6/02/2005
Various e-tailers are showing a release date of August 16 for the third season of The Andy Griffith Show, which backs up the previous news we posted hinting at an August release. We checked with Paramount reps and they confirmed the date, but weren't able to provide any more details or artwork. The studio is also releasing the fifth season of I Love Lucy on the same day.
Amazon.com has taken the suggested retail price of $38.99 and discounted it to $27.29.
Link to this page:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=3484
Yesterday I picked up two copies of season two for $24.99 each. There's a coupon inside for $15 back when you buy two copies of any Andy season or Cheers, Taxi and
Frasier.
Andy Griffith Show, The - Season 3 date confirmation
Posted by Gord Lacey
6/02/2005
Various e-tailers are showing a release date of August 16 for the third season of The Andy Griffith Show, which backs up the previous news we posted hinting at an August release. We checked with Paramount reps and they confirmed the date, but weren't able to provide any more details or artwork. The studio is also releasing the fifth season of I Love Lucy on the same day.
Amazon.com has taken the suggested retail price of $38.99 and discounted it to $27.29.
Link to this page:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=3484
Yesterday I picked up two copies of season two for $24.99 each. There's a coupon inside for $15 back when you buy two copies of any Andy season or Cheers, Taxi and
Frasier.