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Still More DVD Guilty Pleasures
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The Donna Reed Show: The Complete First SeasonThe Donna Reed Show: The Complete First Season
Buy new: $37.49 / Used from: $21.95
One of my all-time favorite sitcoms is finally on DVD. The standouts this season are "The Football Uniform" and "The Baby Contest", though the folks at TV Land always picked "The Foundling" as the best episode.
My Three Sons: The First Season, Vol. 1My Three Sons: The First Season, Vol. 1
Buy new: $24.99 / Used from: $19.84
At long last, the great black-and-white years of one of TV's longest-running sitcoms. Now all we need is Patty and Dobie and we can re-create our own Nick@Nite overnight in black-and-white.
The Partridge Family: The Complete Third SeasonThe Partridge Family: The Complete Third Season
Buy new: $15.99 / Used from: $12.98
It took 3 yrs but we finally get my favorite season of all. Shirley Jones makes this season with one line reading: "Oh it IS???? Well, I've got a few words to say to you, Mr. Goose!"
Petticoat Junction -  The Official First SeasonPetticoat Junction - The Official First Season
Buy new: $25.49 / Used from: $20.41
Another surprise that we are finally getting! This first season was never syndicated so what a treat to see the original Billie and Bobbie Jo (the fabulous Pat Woodell). Hope Season 2 comes along soon.
Sabrina the Teenage Witch - The Complete Animated SeriesSabrina the Teenage Witch - The Complete Animated Series
Buy new: $21.99 / Used from: $16.98
Another early '70s treat from our friends at Filmation. The REAL Sabrina--so take that, Melissa Joan Hart!
The Pebbles and Bamm-Bamm Show - The Complete SeriesThe Pebbles and Bamm-Bamm Show - The Complete Series
Buy new: $23.99 / Used from: $4.76
Penny and Wiggy were like a prehistoric Laverne & Shirley to me. I loved this 'toon as a kid. Those early '70s Saturday mornings are dearly sentimental to me.
All-Star Family FeudAll-Star Family Feud
Buy used from: $4.20
Next to the old Battle of the Network Stars, this is the best way to revisit some old TV friends out of their element. God bless the late Debralee Scott and Lori Saunders, who were both a delight to watch here.
Desperate Housewives: The Complete Fourth SeasonDesperate Housewives: The Complete Fourth Season
Buy new: $47.49 / Used from: $27.94
The guest-casting wasn't as great as last year, but still good. I do think they need to get rid of Susan, Edie and Gabby and bring in some fresh characters though.
That Girl Season 4That Girl Season 4
Buy new: $32.49 / Used from: $26.28
After the stellar 1st year, this season would be my second favorite. A great episode, "Hearing Today, Gone Tomorrow" is on this set and was not seen much in syndication.
Bewitched - The Complete Sixth SeasonBewitched - The Complete Sixth Season
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $14.10
"Traffic is heavy on the corner of Boyce & Hart...due to an accident which is about to take place, unless they straighten out!"
The Mod Squad - Season 1, Volume 1The Mod Squad - Season 1, Volume 1
Buy new: $29.49 / Used from: $18.49
A relic of its time to be sure, but still fun viewing and a kick-*ss theme song!
Ugly Betty: The Complete Second SeasonUgly Betty: The Complete Second Season
Buy new: $47.49 / Used from: $19.75
After an excellent Season Finale, I can't wait to see how it all turns out (I refuse to watch any of these on network TV due to the ridiculous amount of commercials).
Family Affair Season 5Family Affair Season 5
Buy new: $37.49 / Used from: $17.81
I honestly did not think we would see ANY releases for this, let alone a complete series run. Bless our friends at MPI!
Archie's Funhouse: Complete SeriesArchie's Funhouse: Complete Series
Buy new: $24.49 / Used from: $13.25
This is another early 70s Saturday morning staple I used to love.
Portrait In Black / Madame X (Double Feature)Portrait In Black / Madame X (Double Feature)
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $6.95
A decadent, double-dose of Lana. It's ironic that I always used to confuse Ray Walston and Burgess Meredith when I was younger, and each of them co-star in these over-the-top melodramas from the '60s.
ZOOM - Back to the 70sZOOM - Back to the 70s
Buy new: $26.99 / Used from: $15.59
WOW! What a blast from the past this one is! I sure hope they include ALL the cast openings, since the 1999 VHS was missing a few.
The Doris Day Show - Season 5The Doris Day Show - Season 5
Buy new: $21.99 / Used from: $14.39
Despite the rather dull Season One, it has been a blast reliving this long-forgotten show on DVD.
The Joan Crawford Collection, Vol. 2 (A Woman's Face / Flamingo Road / Sadie McKee / Strange Cargo / Torch Song)The Joan Crawford Collection, Vol. 2 (A Woman's Face / Flamingo Road / Sadie McKee / Strange Cargo / Torch Song)
Buy new: $35.49 / Used from: $30.98
If nothing else, get this for "Torch Song", it's wickedly bad. Watch for the moment when Joan rips off her wig and makes THAT mouth!
The Bette Davis Collection, Vol. 2 (Jezebel / What Ever Happened to Baby Jane Two-Disc Special Edition / The Man Who Came to Dinner / Marked Woman / Old Acquaintance / Stardust: The Bette Davis Story)The Bette Davis Collection, Vol. 2 (Jezebel / What Ever Happened to Baby Jane Two-Disc Special Edition / The Man Who Came to Dinner / Marked Woman / Old Acquaintance / Stardust: The Bette Davis Story)
Buy used from: $44.08
Can't have you some Joan without counter-acting it with a dose of Bette!
Weeds - Season ThreeWeeds - Season Three
Buy new: $8.99 / Used from: $5.99
One of only three current shows I consider worthy of my time. That being said, this season lacked the excitement of the previous ones. I hope they get back on track for Season 4.
John Waters: This Filthy WorldJohn Waters: This Filthy World
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $7.70
An amusing hour-long chat with my favorite director. Waters waxes nostalgic on each of his films and throws in some hilarious observations about his hometown, beautiful Baltimore!
StarrbootyStarrbooty
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $10.98
This is peppered with small nods and winks to early John Waters' flicks, among other things. Listen for Ru's hilarious throwaway comment about "making pecan pie"!.
The MisfitsThe Misfits
Buy used from: $2.36
The last completed film of both Gable and Monroe. Many critics have remarked how bad Marilyn looks here. Actually, the cherry print dress is my favorite Monroe visual.
I Dream of Jeannie - The Complete Fifth SeasonI Dream of Jeannie - The Complete Fifth Season
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $15.20
IMO, the show peaked in Season 4, but there are still enough fun moments here that make it better than Season 2, or on par with Season 3. The wedding installment was rather bizarre however.
Laverne & Shirley - The Third SeasonLaverne & Shirley - The Third Season
Buy new: $25.49 / Used from: $21.65
I watched all these in the '70s and they do NOT hold up very well today (due to weak writing not bad acting), but are still kinda fun in limited doses as pure nostalgia.
The Mod Squad - Season 1, Volume 2The Mod Squad - Season 1, Volume 2
Buy new: $26.99 / Used from: $19.58
I hope we get remaining seasons in the near future.
Double Indemnity (Universal Legacy Series)Double Indemnity (Universal Legacy Series)
Buy new: $22.49 / Used from: $14.21
Barbara Stanwyck is the ultimate femme-fatale in this ultimate film-noir of 1944.
Starsky & Hutch - The Complete First SeasonStarsky & Hutch - The Complete First Season
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $9.02
I recently re-discovered this show which ranks right up there among the best 70s cop shows with Charlie's Angels, Police Woman and The Mod Squad.
Starsky & Hutch - The Complete Second SeasonStarsky & Hutch - The Complete Second Season
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $9.33
I think this may have been the series peak, although I haven't watched them all again yet.
Starsky & Hutch - The Complete Third SeasonStarsky & Hutch - The Complete Third Season
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $13.94
Now if they would only release Vega$ on DVD, my '70s cop show library would be complete.
Starsky & Hutch - The Complete Fourth SeasonStarsky & Hutch - The Complete Fourth Season
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $15.13
Serial Mom (Collector's Edition)Serial Mom (Collector's Edition)
Buy new: $15.99 / Used from: $7.55
Despite already owning the 1999 release of this, I just HAD to get this one for the new commentaries and featurettes. The true John Waters fan will do the same and splurge. For $15 it's worth it.
The Best of the New Scooby-Doo MoviesThe Best of the New Scooby-Doo Movies
Buy new: $51.99 / Used from: $25.60
Not truly a "best-of" as the Josie & the Pussycats, Sonny & Cher, and Jeannie episodes are all absent due to licensing fees!
The House on Skull Mountain / The Mephisto WaltzThe House on Skull Mountain / The Mephisto Waltz
Buy new: $14.98 / Used from: $7.04
In the wake of Rosemary's Baby, every other thriller in the early '70s dealt with the devil and the occult. The Mephisto Waltz is one of the better ones.
MandingoMandingo
Buy new: $12.49 / Used from: $5.25
Finally, an official release, though in this day and age I'm not surprised it took so long. This movie is in danger of self-destructing due to its own political incorrectness. Nevertheless, it's great!
Laverne & Shirley - The Fourth SeasonLaverne & Shirley - The Fourth Season
Buy new: $24.49 / Used from: $18.56
My favorite episode, "Playing the Roxy", where Shirley gets amnesia and thinks she's a stripper appears on this set.
Will & Grace: Season SevenWill & Grace: Season Seven
Buy new: $20.99 / Used from: $14.74
Probably my least favorite season so far on DVD, but still has its moments.
Will & Grace: Season EightWill & Grace: Season Eight
Buy new: $24.99 / Used from: $16.44
Will and Grace, the last truly great sitcom to "grace" the airwaves before the Reality TV boom resulting in the dumbing down of our pop culture.
Mother and Son: Season 2Mother and Son: Season 2
Buy new: $27.49 / Used from: $13.38
More hilarious antics of poor Arthur and loony mother Maggie.
The Mod Squad - The Second Season, Vol. 1The Mod Squad - The Second Season, Vol. 1
Buy new: $28.49 / Used from: $18.98
More adventures with the grooviest trio of crime-fighters comes November 25th.