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PR Dark Shadows: The Complete Original Series on 131 Discs May 8

The vampire romance is one of today's hottest genres in movies, television and novels, from the Twilight and True Blood to The Vampire Diaries, Underworld and Interview With the Vampire, but it all started with Dark Shadows, the ABC daytime series that brought tormented hero Barnabas Collins into the homes of devoted fans every weekday for five years. Now, in an unprecedented event, the entire series - 1,225 episodes on 131 discs - will be released in a single deluxe set. On May 8, 2012, MPI will release Dark Shadows: The Complete Original Series in a custom coffin shaped box with bonus, in-depth interviews and other video extras, a commemorative booklet and more. The SRP for this collector's set is $599.98.

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Posted by: News Editor - March 14, 2012, 6:55 pm - PR
Keywords: horror, television

PR Fantasy Island: Complete Second Season on DVD May 8

From legendary creative team of Aaron Spelling and Leonard Goldberg, Fantasy Island premiered in January 1977, and became one of primetime TV's most popular series in TV history. Starring Ricardo Montalban and Herve Villechaize as the unique leading characters, the series entranced viewers with tropical settings, engaging storylines, and kept fans hooked with its weekly parade of recognizable name actors throughout its successful seven-season run. It is best remembered for Villechaize's performance as Tattoo, whose cry of "Da plane! Da plane!" made him a pop culture icon.

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Posted by: News Editor - March 9, 2012, 8:22 am - PR
Keywords: television

PR The Girls Next Door: The Complete Series on DVD Nov 29

For six eye-opening seasons, The Girls Next Door dropped the towel to reveal all the goings-on at the Playboy Mansion and beyond, from exotic European escapades to sexy and scary campouts in the "wilds" of the Mansion's backyard, from tender moments among friends and lovers to the occasional friendly rivalry among the Playmates. The Girls Next Door: The Complete Series captures it all in 35 glorious hours, centering around the three original girls -Holly Madison, Bridget Marquardt and Kendra Wilkinson - as well as newcomers Crystal Harris (who came this close to becoming the next Mrs. Hef) and the centerfold twins Kristina and Karissa Shannon.

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Posted by: News Editor - November 22, 2011, 8:58 am - PR
Keywords: television

PR Kendra: Seasons 2 & 3 on DVD Sep 27

The three-disc collection, contains the 24 most recent episodes of the hit reality show. From the birth of her son to the glitz and glamour of New York Fashion Week, the second and third seasons of KENDRA follow the outrageous adventures of this San Diego native and competitor on the most recent run of Dancing With the Stars. Whether Kendra is facing the challenges of being a new mom and struggling with insecurities about her post-baby body, or writing a revealing tell-all book and adjusting to the football-wife lifestyle, fans get to follow the fun-loving Baskett family on all their hilarious, heartfelt and entertaining escapades.

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Posted by: News Editor - August 28, 2011, 6:58 pm - PR
Keywords: television, reality

PR Barney Miller: The Complete Series on DVD Oct 25

This richly detailed 25-DVD collector's box set edition contains all eight seasons of the iconic series, plus a wealth of exclusive bonus features. These extras include new interviews with Linden, Vigoda and Gail; the series' original pilot, which was called The Life and Times of Barney Miller; commentaries and interviews by series writers Tony Sheehan, Jeff Stein and Frank Dungan; a collectible commemorative booklet filled with vintage photos and featuring an essay by former TV Critic Howard Rosenberg; and season one of the show's spinoff, Fish, starring Vigoda of course.

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Posted by: News Editor - July 20, 2011, 1:04 pm - PR
Keywords: television, comedy

PR Police Story: Season One on DVD Sep 6

Boasting 21 original episodes from the complete first season (1973-74), this highly collectible DVD set is packed with special bonus features, including all-new interview with series creator and production consultant Joseph Wambaugh, pilot film and movie of the week. A must have for classic TV fans and collectors!

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Posted by: News Editor - July 6, 2011, 10:50 am - PR
Keywords: television, drama

PR Rocko's Modern Life: Season One on DVD Jun 21

Featuring all 26 wacky adventures of an Australian wallaby and his pals in 13 original episodes (two segments per episode), this DVD release has long been anticipated by fans but has not been available in stores until now.

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Posted by: News Editor - May 31, 2011, 12:23 pm - PR
Keywords: kids

PR Rocko's Modern Life: Season 1 on DVD Jun 11

Featuring all 26 wacky adventures of an Australian wallaby and his pals in 13 original episodes (two segments per episode), this DVD release has long been anticipated by fans but has not been available in stores until now. Rocko's Modern Life follows the misadventures of Australian wallaby named Rocko, who encounters various dilemmas and situations regarding otherwise mundane aspects of life. His best friend, Heffer, is a fat and enthusiastic cow, while his other friend, Filburt, is an easily upset turtle who often feels uncomfortable or disturbed. Ed Bighead lives next door to Rocko and detests him.

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Posted by: News Editor - April 12, 2011, 9:59 am - PR
Keywords: animation

DVD Review KAGEMUSHA (BLU-RAY)

Yet another of the master's amazing films sees the light of day on Blu-ray via The Criterion Collection. Keep 'em coming, Criterion!

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Posted by: Chuck Aliaga - August 16, 2009, 4:37 pm - DVD Review
Keywords: warlord, peasant thief, samurai