Product Description

There’s never been another TV detective quite like Jim Rockford (Primetime Emmy® Award winner James Garner), whether he’s cruising in his classic Pontiac Firebird, cracking cases from his Malibu mobile home, or running with — and from —¬ the law. And now, the wry P.I. with the ex-con past is back for more action and clever comebacks in four entertaining movies in this collectible two-disc set. From investigating the children of a wealthy socialite to proving his godson innocent of murder, Rockford plays it cool while chasing after hot criminals on the lam on the sun-drenched streets of Los Angeles. Featuring stellar guest stars Dyan Cannon, Joanna Cassidy, Carmen Argenziano and Morton Downey Jr., it’s murder and mayhem from a true TV icon.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #8532 in DVD
• Brand: Uni
• Released on: 2009-11-03
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: Color, Dolby, DVD, Full Screen, Subtitled, NTSC
• Original language: English
• Subtitled in: English
• Number of discs: 2
• Dimensions: 1.20 pounds
• Running time: 364 minutes

Customer Reviews

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First let me say, this review is not of the company that puts out this dvd or the manner in which the dvd was released. I agree they should have all the movies together in one set and could have made it match the seasons. But, movie and music companies always leave something to be desired in how they release things so I am not gonna write a review of that. I am writing this in regards to the actual made for tv movies. I personally do not understand why everyone is talking so negatively about these movies. My personal opinion is that, anytime you add James Garner to the mix you're gonna get your money's worth. I am a collector of dvds so I am happy/proud to say that I can finally have these to complete the Rockford Collection. Although the actor is older, you don't get the feeling that they tried to underplay his age. They accept it, they broach the subject many times with humor, and all-in-all you get an actor playing his age as well as not losing any of the qualities that made the actor so memorable. there are the trademark one liners, though he does seem a bit more rough around the edges he is still the same old rockford we grew up with in the 70s and in reruns. The saddest part was that Rocky wasn't able to be in them. Anyone who is/was a fan of the show will feel as if they've lost a family member as well. The storylines are fine, and are excellent vehicles for the Rockford character. There are a few reunions (for us as well) as he is joined by Beth and Angel (throughought the course of the movies) too bad Isaac Hayes didn't show up though. That would have made it more complete. I would glady reccomend this set to anyone who has seen the series and loved it as I did. I'd support anything I can with Garner's name on it. He is a fine actor who simply made it look easy and natural. I really would have liked it released differently (one complete set) but that is a minor qualm. Just be grateful these made it to dvd. Many companies are always looking for what's new and hot and not necessarily for what is good. Garner never made a movie/series I didn't like. He was the type that could elevate the material to levels it was probably not meant to be at. Even though the set is not out yet (I have recently seen these episodes...recorded off the Hallmark channel) and will tell you you won't be disappointed if you buy these.

A must for "Rockford File" fans !!!.
If you are a "true" fan of "The Rockford Files',this twin dvd disc set is a must buy.I own all six seasons of "Rockford' on dvd,and believe it is one of the best programs ever produced for television.This dvd set includes 4 "Rockford" movies produced after the series ended.The dvd transfer for picture and audio quality is first rate.Very crisp,clear and colorful.Many made for tv movies transfered to dvd are not top notch,but this set has an amazing picture and sound quality.Many of the "Rockford Files" original actors are reunited in these movies.Thanks very much Universal for making available this top notch set.I am really looking forward to volumn 2 of this set.Long overdue for true "Rockford" fans.You won't regret purchasing this dvd set.

A Not-So-Great Capper For A Superb Series
When asked in 1999 by an interviewer with the Museum of Television & Radio whether he intended to continue making Rockford movies, James Garner chuckled and said "No one needs a 71-year-old private investigator." I think that says it all. These 1990's Rockford films have all the punch of a Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation. Remember that while they were produced by the original Rockford studio, Universal, they aired on CBS, which in the 90's produced some of the tamest, lamest television of all time. The plot lines here are feeble, and the characters are parodies of themselves (especially Angel). They are not the classic works by Stephen J Cannell and David Chase. What these films do, however, is answer the questions that I had up until the point they were produced: "What would Rockford be doing now and how would he react to current events ie: floods, wildfires, riots etc.?) Now we know. The physical stunts (falling down a mountainside, punching people etc.) were believable in the 1970's when James Garner was fit as a fiddle and nearing 50. But they were just plain silly in the 90's when he was nearing 70. This was why Barnaby Jones was so rediculous! Ironically, Peter Falk was reprising his Columbo role for ABC about this time and was superb. But that's because Columbo was more cerebral, and less physical, and thus a perfect match for a man of 49 or 89!

As for the packaging, I too would have rather seen these movies boxed into one set... for a litle more money. Stringing them out into two sets seems absurd, since it's likely that only diehard fans will return for volume two.