World Famous Comics: Freaks and Geeks - The Complete Series
Freaks and Geeks - The Complete Series
Starring: Linda Cardellini, John Francis Daley, James Franco, Samm Levine, Seth Rogen Average Rating: Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Binding: DVD Format: Box set, Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC Number of Items: 6 Region Code: 1 Release Date: April 06, 2004 Running Time: 1080 minutes Studio: Shout Factory Theatr Theatrical Release Date: September 25, 1999
Product Description: No Description Available. Genre: Television Rating: NR Release Date: 6-APR-2004 Media Type: DVD
Amazon.com: The comedy/drama Freaks and Geeks limped through its sole season on NBC in 1999 before being expelled by the network--but not before earning critical acclaim and a devoted fan base that fought valiantly to keep it on the air. Now all 18 episodes have been released in this long-awaited boxed set, which allows longtime fans and first-timers alike to enjoy one of television's most poignant and funny programs about high school.
Created by writer-comedian Paul Feig and executive produced by Judd Apatow (The Larry Sanders Show), Freaks and Geeks followed the Weir siblings--former math whiz Lindsay (Linda Cardellini of the Scooby-Doo feature films and ER) and her younger brother Sam (John Francis Daley)--as they navigated the perils and pleasures of a Michigan high school circa 1980. What separated Freaks and Geeks from most other scholastic series was its brutal honesty--Lindsay and Sam, as well as their friends and parents, were given very human personas that showed failure, malice, indecision, and moments of great clarity. Likewise, the plotlines rarely offered pat solutions to the characters' conflicts--the show unfolded in a naturalistic manner, which was a welcome respite for viewers tired of flashy high school dramas. When combined with its smart dialogue and winning performances (the cast included SCTV veteran Joe Flaherty and Spider-Man star James Franco, as well as the sublime and criminally underrecognized Martin Starr and Seth Rogen as Sam's pal Bill and dry-witted Ken, respectively), the show became a haven for fans of quality television, if only for a brief period of time.
The six-disc boxed set provides over 40 hours of supplemental material, which should satiate even the most obsessive of fans. Twenty-nine separate commentaries from the show's creators, cast (and as some of their parents!), composer Mike Andrews, and fans are included, as are 60 deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes footage, and cast auditions. However, the most striking extra is the warmth that radiates from the commentary participants--their pleasure in taking part in such a quality program is palpable, and will undoubtedly be echoed by all who watch these discs. --Paul Gaita
A Great Show ^ I had already seen most of this series before purchasing the DVD's. I've gone through 2/3 of it already and have enjoyed it greatly. The cast is fantastic and the acting is believable. There are a lot of familiar faces if you enjoy Judd Apatow's other work, and even if you don't.
Relive High School-Wonderful Entertainment! ^ This series has a star-studded cast, hilarious script, and good acting. Highly recommend for all ages.
Beautiful ^ I'm not going to say anything different than what other reviewers said. This is one of the best shows of all time. It is beautifully done. Both hilarious and heartfelt. When my roommate and I finished off the series were both depressed and mad that it was over. NBC really blew it by cancelling this work of art.
Freeks and Geeks ^ Great TV series that never made it past the first season. Just a little too real and intelligent for network execs. You will recognize most of the cast who were relative unknowns at the time of shooting. Wonderful collection to have.
SELLER SUCKS!!!!! ^ This seller was horrible. They packaged my DVDs incorrectly, therefore when they arrived they were all cracked. The issue took over a month to resolve with me constantly emailing the seller with no response back. I would NEVER EVER buy anything from this seller again. THEY SUCK!!!!!!! DO NOT BUY FROM THIS SELLER!!!
I do suggest buying the DVD series Freaks & Geeks. It is a hilarious show! Just find a different seller to buy it from.
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