Upcoming DVD Releases





COMING ON FRIDAY 7/29:
* 21 Jump Street – The Complete Series (VEI)
$39.99 SRP DVD

—–Officer Tom Hanson (Johnny Depp) leads his band of agents in the special Jump Street division by going undercover to infiltrate local schools, to put a stop to crime and keep students safe from corrupt influences. The 21 Jump Street team is a mixed group, including the wise-cracking Officer HT Ioki (Dustin Nguyen), the brilliant Officer Judy Hoffs (Holly Robinson Peete), the streetwise Officer Doug Penhall (Peter DeLuise), and the hard-nosed Captain Adam Fuller (Steven Williams). This landmark television program co-created by Patrick Hasburgh and Stephen J. Cannell (THE A-TEAM, THE ROCKFORD FILES) not only served as the springboard for Johnny Depp’s career, but also dealt with timely social issues including alcoholism, hate crime, drugs, racism, AIDS, abuse and promiscuity. Each episode resolves with moral lessons being learned and justice being served. The smash TV series comes with all 5 seasons.
NOTE: this title was released in 2010 by Mill Creek Entertainment, but that DVD has gone out of print; VEI is putting out this new version for fans who missed buying it
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COMING ON 8/9:
* Amazing Race – The 7th Season (CBS/Paramount)
$29.99 SRP DVD MOD

EXTRAS: All Access Pass; Commentaries; Featurette
—–Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with all twelve episodes of THE AMAZING RACE SEASON 7 on DVD! Eleven new passport-winning teams are ready to tackle the unusual and extreme on their way to the finish line and a million-dollar prize. Setting the pace for the adrenaline-racing journey are TV’s favorite reality couple, Rob and Amber, and a panorama of breathtaking sights from Buenos Aires to Botswana. With special features, and gripping audio commentaries from the team members themselves, this must-own 4-disc collection is your international passport to excitement. Join the globe-trotting phenomenon that has won the Emmy for Best Reality-Competition Program. 4-disc set.
NOTE: this title was originally released to stores on DVD in 2005, but has since gone out-of-print; the studio is re-releasing the DVD as a Manufacture On Demand (MOD) item for fans who missed buying it…why this particular season? The studio hasn’t explained, but it IS interesting for us to note that one of this season’s contestants – Joyce – previously played a recurring role (“Ensign Gates”) on Star Trek: The Next Generation, which is ALSO on today’s Roundup (see below). But that’s probably a coincidence.
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COMING ON 8/30:
* The Good Witch – The Complete Series (Cinedigm)
$99.99 SRP Blu-ray MOD

—–The Good Witch takes viewers on a magical journey with Cassie Nightingale and her daughter Grace. When Dr. Sam Radford moves in next door to Grey House with his son, they are charmed by the ‘magical’ mother-daughter duo. 14-disc set.
NOTE: this title was released on DVD format earlier this year, in March; now the item is being made available in Blu-ray Disc format via Manufacture On Demand (MOD) online sellers
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COMING ON 9/13:
* Cobra Kai – Season 4 (Sony)
$30.99 SRP DVD

—–The battle for the soul of the Valley reawakens. New alliances. Faced with a common enemy, Daniel (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny (William Zabka) decide to start working together, while Kreese (Martin Kove) looks to the past for a new ally of his own. Terry Silver returns to the dojo. Have patience: he’s just getting everything rolling. Higher-than-ever stakes. Who will take it all at the All Valley Tournament? Legends will be born in Cobra Kai Season 4. 2-disc set.
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COMING ON 9/20:
* Legacies – The 4th and Final Season (Warner)
$29.99 SRP DVD

—–As Season 4 begins, Hope must choose between saving the boy she loves and ending Malivore’s threat once and for all. This choice will have life-changing consequences for Alaric Saltzman and the Super Squad. Working together, these young and powerful vampires, witches and werewolves will face their darkest and most deadly threat of all and The Salvatore School will be torn apart in the process. 4-disc set.

* Star Trek: The Next Generation – The Complete Series (CBS/Paramount)
$160.99 SRP Blu-ray

—–Restored and meticulously remastered in brilliant high definition, Star Trek: The Next Generation is a true milestone in TV history. With such thought-provoking episodes as “The Measure of a Man” and “The Inner Light,” the return of the Borg in “The Best of Both Worlds,” and the time-shattering confrontation between Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) and the mysterious god-like Q in the Hugo Award-winning series finale. Enjoy every memorable moment from the series that re-launched the Star Trek legacy for new “generations” to enjoy and experience! 41-disc set.
NOTE: this title was originally released on Blu-ray format in 2016, but had been discontinued; now the same studio is offering it again for fans who missed buying it
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COMING ON 9/27:
* Superman & Lois – The Complete 2nd Season (Warner)
$19.99 SRP DVD; $24.99 SRP Blu-ray
(as of this writing, this title is not yet available for pre-order)
EXTRAS: Fractured: The Heart of Bizarro; The DC Heroes: Path to Glory; Digital Copy (Blu-ray Disc only)
—–Season Two of Superman & Lois opens with the dust still settling in Smallville following the shocking outcome of last season’s confrontation between Morgan Edge and Superman. With Smallville on the national map for the first time in the town’s history, Lois Lane faces fresh challenges in her latest journalistic endeavors, while Jordan and Jonathan also find themselves dealing with change. Featuring all 15 action-packed episodes from the exciting second season, Superman & Lois stars Tyler Hoechlin (Supergirl, Arrow), Elizabeth Tulloch (Supergirl, Grimm), Jordan Elsass (Little Fires Everywhere), Alex Garfin (New Amsterdam), Erik Valdez (Graceland), Inde Navarrette (13 Reasons Why), Wolé Parks (All American), Tayler Buck (Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living), Sofia Hasmik (All the Bright Places), with Dylan Walsh (Blue Bloods) and Emmanuelle Chriqui (Entourage). 3-disc set in either format.
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COMING ON 10/4:
* Walker – Season 2 (CBS/Paramount)
$31.99 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: Gag Reel; Deleted Scenes
—–Texas Ranger Cordell Walker (Jared Padalecki) is more determined than ever to protect his family and find out the truth about his wife’s death. Micki (Lindsey Morgan) goes on a secret ops mission to stop the Del Rio crime syndicate, but she realizes it could take a toll on her relationship with Trey (Jeff Pierre). The return of the Davison family ignites an old feud with the Walkers, and Liam (Keegan Allen) doesn’t trust the new DA. This 5-disc set is packed with all 20 intense episodes from Season 2.
NOTE: as of today’s writing, this title has only been announced for DVD format

* Dexter: The Complete Series + Dexter: New Blood (Showtime/CBS/Paramount)
$69.99 SRP DVD; $104.99 SRP Blu-ray

EXTRAS: Contains over 3 hours of exclusive special features
—–DEXTER (ORIGINAL SERIES) – All eight seasons of the award-winning television series are now available in this one-of-a-kind collection! Starring Michael C. Hall in his Golden Globe-winning role as Dexter Morgan, a serial killer with his own twisted sense of justice. Don’t miss a single thrilling episode of the shocking drama that broke all the rules and changed television forever! DEXTER: NEW BLOOD – Michael C. Hall returns to his Golden Globe-winning role as Dexter Morgan. The world at large believes Dexter died in a tragic boating accident…and in a way the world at large isn’t wrong. Far from the life he knew, living under a false name in the small town of Iron Lake, NY, he’s successfully tamped down his Dark Passenger for nearly 10 years. With a normal job and a Chief of Police girlfriend, it seems he’s got life under control – until his son shows up and turns his world upside down. Rattled, Dexter yields to his homicidal urges, and soon finds himself on a collision course with a very dangerous local. Jennifer Carpenter and Golden Globe winner John Lithgow also return to reprise their iconic roles as Debra Morgan and the infamous Trinity Killer. 36 discs in DVD format and 28 discs in Blu-ray format.

* The Twilight Zone – The Complete Series (CBS/Paramount)
$25.99 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: Journey behind the scenes with exclusive special features, including featurettes, deleted scenes, gag reels and more!
—–Enter another dimension with Jordan Peele and Simon Kinberg’s modern reimagining of the classic TV series. Hosted by Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Jordan Peele and featuring an all-star cast, this complete anthology series set will take you on a mind-bending voyage filled with endless possibilities. Experience all 20 episodes of contemporary, socially conscious storytelling! Stellar cast including: Kumail Nanjiani, Tracy Morgan, Greg Kinnear, Adam Scott, Seth Rogen, Zazie Beetz, Topher Grace, Damon Wayans Jr., Gillian Jacobs, Ginnifer Goodwin, Joel McHale, Chris O’Dowd, Tony Hale, Jimmi Simpson, Jenna Elfman, and more! 7-disc set.
NOTE: as of today’s writing, this title has only been announced for DVD format

* Melrose Place – The Complete Series (CBS/Paramount)
$111.99 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: a ton of special features!
—–For the first time ever, MELROSE PLACE – the highly successful and steamy spin-off of Beverly Hills 90210 – comes together in one Complete Series set! This sudsy drama focuses on the lives and loves of young adults in an apartment complex in Los Angeles. From the complicated scheming of scandals, to the murderous plots of lovers, the residents at Melrose Place are more messed up than average folk. Includes every episode from 7 seasons on 54 discs!

* The Smurfs – Season 1, Volume 2 (Nickelodeon/Paramount)
$10.99 SRP DVD

—–The Smurfs Season One adventures continue as Blossom and Brainy are transported to an alternate universe, Papa Smurf holds a vote to see who will act as Rescue Smurf, Gargamel tries to transform into a Smurf, Dreamer becomes a knight, and so much more! This magical volume contains episodes 10-18 of Season One! Single-disc title.



Upcoming DVD Releases





NOW AVAILABLE (9/29):
* It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia – Season 14 (Disney/Fox)
$29.95 SRP DVD MOD

—–And the award for best… 14th Season is… It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia. FXX proudly accepts this rare feat on behalf of the Gang. This is the Gang’s first nomination for Best 14th Season and first win. This award is shared by Ronald “Mac” McDonald (Rob McElhenney), Charlie Kelly (Charlie Day), Dennis Reynolds (Glenn Howerton), Dee Reynolds (Kaitlin Olson), and Frank Reynolds (Danny DeVito). The 14th Season of It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia guns for the Best 14th Season accolade as the Gang goes to extremes for the role: Mac learns a new language, Charlie does a period piece, Dennis attempts a one-act play, Dee cuts her hair, and Frank performs a death scene. This means a lot to the Gang as it follows an extraordinary 13th Season. During that epic awards push, Mac announced his true sexual identity to his father in dramatic fashion, Dee orchestrated an all-female reboot, Dennis reunited with an old friend (his Range Rover), and the Gang epitomized underdogs as they overcame the odds to win the Super Bowl. 2-disc set.
NOTE: we’ve inquired and been informed that, per instructions from Fox, the episode “Dee Day” (third episode of the season) is NOT included on this DVD release, due to the episode’s use of black face. The discs therefore include 9 episodes in all.

* What We Do In The Shadows – The Complete 2nd Season (Disney/Fox)
$29.95 SRP DVD MOD

—–What We Do in the Shadows, based on the feature film by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi, returns for its second season, documenting the nightly exploits of vampire roommates Nandor (Kayvan Novak), Nadja (Natasia Demetriou), Laszlo (Matt Berry), and Colin Robinson (Mark Proksch) as they navigate the modern world of Staten Island with the help of their human familiar, Guillermo (Harvey Guillen). Over the course of the season, the vampires will try to find their way in a world of human Super Bowl parties, internet trolls, an energy vampire who gets a promotion and becomes drunk on power, and of course all the ghosts, witches, necromancers, zombies and shadowy cloaked assassins who roam freely in the Tri-State area. Is Guillermo destined to be a vampire, or a vampire hunter? Or maybe just a familiar for the rest of his life? 2-disc set.

* Jersey Shore Family Vacation – Part 2 (ViacomCBS)
$59.99 SRP DVD MOD

EXTRAS: Ron Ron Juice Recipe; ABC’s of Jersey Shore; A Very Jersey Friendsgiving; Unseen Moments You Can’t Unsee
—–It’s never too soon to have another family vacay. The good times keep rolling as Nicole, Deena, Mike, Jenni, Pauly, Vinny, and Ronnie come back together for Jersey Shore Family Vacation Season 2. But this time, the shore’s getting realer than ever before, from new babies to Hitchuations. After partying through Sin City, the fam heads back to the East Coast, celebrating milestones in Atlantic City and settling in for an extended summer stay at the shore where it all started. YEAHH BUDDY! With over 2 hours of bonus footage, you’ve never seen the Jersey Shore family like this. 6-disc set.
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COMING ON 10/6:
* Nancy Drew – Season 1 (ViacomCBS)
$34.99 SRP DVD

—–Nancy Drew (Kennedy McMann) is a brilliant teenage detective whose sense of self had come from solving mysteries in her hometown of Horseshoe Bay, Maine – until her mother’s untimely death derails Nancy’s college plans. Devastated by her mother’s passing, Nancy swears off crime-solving while crossing off the days until she can re-apply to college. But when a socialite is murdered, Nancy finds herself a prime suspect in the crime, along with a group of other teens present at the scene. Also stars Leah Lewis, Maddison Jaizani, Tunji Kasim, Alex Saxon, Alvina August, Riley Smith, and Scott Wolf (Party of Five; Everwood). 4-disc set.
NOTE: this item APPEARS to be an MOD (manufacture on demand) release, but hasn’t specifically been marked as such, so we’re not certain either way
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COMING ON 10/13:
* The Jetsons – The Complete Series: Diamond Collection (Warner)
$29.98 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: The Jetsons Meet the Flintstones movie
—–The first family of the 21st Century proves that the future ain’t what it used to be! Join George Jetson, his boy Elroy, daughter Judy, and Jane, his wife, in this state-of-the-art 75-episode collection. This visionary series featured flat-screen TVs, the internet, 3D printing, holograms and smartwatches – long before they were a reality. Add Rosie the Robot, Astro the dog, and one of the best theme songs in the history of television and you have entertainment on an astronomical scale. Plus, you’ll get the animated feature The Jetsons Meet the Flintstones as a time-traveling bonus! This beloved family of the future will show you that fun is always timeless. So put on your flying suit and let’s party like it’s 2062! 8-disc set.
NOTE: at this time I (David) am going to have a mea culpa, and admit to a mistake I’ve made for a few weeks. During that time, several of our readers have tried to tell me about this item, but I’ve brushed it off. Why? Because I had confused it at various times with two other Jetsons releases! A similarly-packaged “Diamond Collection” item with ONLY THE 1ST SEASON came out on DVD format back in March 2017, and I mostly thought this was that item. Also, a bit over a year ago the Warner Archive released a Blu-ray titled as “The Complete Original Series” (we noted at the time that the Blu-ray release did NOT contain the second or third seasons which aired in syndicated between 1985 and 1987), and I got it mixed up with this at one point, too. So now, for the first time, this brand new release actually contains EVERY episode of The Jetsons (all 75 of them, from all three seasons), collected for the first time into an 8-DVD package. My thanks to every one of you who helped to set me straight. And I hope you can forgive my confusion. I plead 2020, LOL!

* Fleabag – Season 2 (Screen Media)
$29.98 SRP DVD; $34.98 SRP Blu-ray

—–Creator/writer Phoebe Waller-Bridge takes the title role in this acclaimed and audacious dark Britcom as scuffling London cafe owner Fleabag, as she struggles to deal with the suicide of her best friend and business partner; her largely promiscuous and disastrous relationships with men; and her toxic family bonds with her high-achieving sister (Sian Clifford), oafish brother-in-law (Brett Gellman), embittered widowed dad (Bill Paterson) and pretentious godmother (Olivia Colman). Jenny Rainsford, Hugh Skinner, and Andrew Scott (Sherlock) also star. 6 episodes on 1 disc in either format.

* Fleabag – The Complete Series (Screen Media)
$34.98 SRP DVD; $39.98 SRP Blu-ray

—–Creator/writer Phoebe Waller-Bridge takes the title role in this acclaimed and audacious dark Britcom as scuffling London café owner Fleabag, as she struggles to deal with the suicide of her best friend and business partner; her largely promiscuous and disastrous relationships with men; and her toxic family bonds with her high-achieving sister (Sian Clifford), oafish brother-in-law (Brett Gellman), embittered widowed dad (Bill Paterson) and pretentious godmother (Olivia Colman). 12 episodes on 2 discs in either format.

* The Good Witch – Season 6 (Cinedigm)
$19.99 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: The Good Witch – Curse From a Rose
—–Another year in Middleton. Cassie and Sam transition into life as empty nesters, Abigail and Donovan navigate new territory amongst our favorite Middletonians. Starring Catherine Bell, Sarah Power, and James Denton. 2-disc set.
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COMING ON 11/3:
* Steven Universe – The Complete Collection (Warner)
$89.99 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: Steven Universe, Steven Universe: The Movie, and Steve Universe Future are joined by The Movie Sing-a-Long, Mini-Sodes, animatics, commentary, behind-the-scenes footage, and much more!
—–The Crystal Gems are a team of magical beings who are the self-appointed guardians of the universe. Half-human, half-Gem hero Steven is the little brother of the group. The goofball is learning to save the world using the magical powers that come from his bellybutton and he goes on magical adventures with the rest of the Crystal Gems, even though he’s not as powerful or smart as fellow group members Garnet, Amethyst and Pearl. Despite his shortcomings, Steven usually finds a surprising way to save the day. 15-disc set.

* Mayans M.C. – The Complete 2nd Season (Disney/Fox)
$29.99 SRP DVD

—–Mayans M.C. is the next chapter in Kurt Sutter’s award-winning Sons of Anarchy saga. Set in a post-Jax Teller world, Ezekiel “EZ” Reyes (JD Pardo) is a prospect in the Mayans M.C. charter on the Cali/Mexi border. Once the golden boy with the American Dream in his grasp, EZ is trying to reconcile with his brother “Angel” (Clayton Cardenas) while searching for the truth behind their mother’s death. Meanwhile, their father “Felipe” (Edward James Olmos) is struggling to lead his sons down a righteous path. 3-disc set.
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COMING ON 11/24:
* Better Call Saul – Season 5 (Sony)
$35.99 SRP DVD; $45.99 SRP Blu-ray

—–In Season Five of the critically acclaimed drama Better Call Saul, Jimmy McGill’s decision to practice law as “Saul Goodman” creates unexpected and profound waves of change throughout Albuquerque’s legal and illegal circles. Kim Wexler finds herself at a crossroads as her connection with Jimmy deepens. Wracked with guilt and regret, Mike Ehrmantraut hits rock bottom. Meanwhile, Nacho Varga tries to survive as Gus Fring’s covert war on the cartel becomes a life-and-death chess match with the mercurial and relentless Lalo Salamanca. Bob Odenkirk, Jonathan Banks, Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian, Michael Mando. 3-disc set in either format.
NOTE: image provided is key artwork, and does not represent finalized package art for this title
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COMING ON 12/8:
* Hawaii Five-0 – The Complete Series (ViacomCBS)
$139.98 SRP DVD

EXTRAS: Over 8 hours of bonus content including an all-new bonus disc commemorating all 10 seasons, exclusive to this Complete Series set!
—–BOOK ‘EM, DANNO! Everyone comes to the islands to get away…but criminals can’t get away from the HPD’s finest. In Hawaii Five-0: The Complete Series, Lt. Commander Steve McGarrett (Alex O’Loughlin) and Detective Sgt. “Danno” Williams (Scott Caan) take on 10 seasons of cases, both local and international, with their elite task force that includes hand-selected pros like Lieutenant Chin Ho Kelly (Daniel DaeKim), HPD rookie Kono Kalakaua (Grace Park), and SWAT Commander Lou Grover (Chi McBride). From terror threats and cybercrime to an epic, years-long battle with the Yakuza, witness each and every thrilling stand-off in this 240-episode collection! Notable guest stars include: Norman Reedus, Jimmy Buffett, Tom Berenger, James Caan, Patty Duke, Eric Dickerson, Peter Fonda, Michael Madsen, Daryl Hannah, Bronson Pinchot, Craig T. Nelson, Robert Loggia, Kevin Sorbo, Adam Beach, Michael Bennett, Martellus Bennett, Nick Jonas, Corbin Bernsen, Rebecca De Mornay, Behati Prinsloo, Jasmine Tookes, Jacquelyn Jablonski, Jeff Fahey, Bruce Davison, Tim Daly, Gail O’Grady, Sung Kang, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Jerry Rice, Tony Curran, Bai Ling, Rick Springfield, Tom Arnold, George Takei, Treat Williams, Peter Weller, Metta World Peace, Terrence Howard, Kendall Jenner, Joan Collins, Cloris Leachman, Lance Gross, Chuck Norris and more! 61-disc set.