Complete DVD Set For Kroft SuperShow... Maybe.

[Wee67]

Vivendi has bought the rights to Sid & Marty Krofft shows and plans on producing full-series DVD collections of many of their shows. This does NOT include 'Land of the Lost,' however, as Universal bought that for the movie.

From the Hollywood Reporter-
Vivendi gets N.A. rights to Krofft library
Distributor to release full-series sets, compilations in Q3
By Carl DiOrio

May 24, 2010, 07:07 PM ET
Vivendi Entertainment has acquired exclusive North American home-entertainment rights to the Sid and Marty Krofft library.

Featured under the deal will be the brothers' classic children's TV shows, including "H.R. Pufnstuff," "Sigmund and the Sea Monsters" and "Lidsville." Universal retains home-entertainment rights to "Land of the Lost" after adapting the show theatrically last year.

Vivendi will release full-series sets and compilations of various titles beginning in the third quarter, including rare clips as bonus features.

"We are excited to partner with one of the industry's leading digital- and home-entertainment distributors," Marty Krofft said.

Added Vivendi executive vp acquisitions Yolanda Macias: "The Krofft brothers have been capturing audience's imaginations for decades. Their characters are perennial."

[mazinz]

I thank you for this info, I really do hope they release more than what Rhino has (for complete series Rhino gave us land of the lost, the bugaloos, H.R pufnstuf and lidsville. They also gave us some various eps for their Saturday tribute sets and the complete first season for Sigmund)

[HardyGirl]

Yeah, I have some stuff from Rhino, a lot of stuff from the Family Channel, (they ran The World Of Sid & Marty Krofft about 15 years ago), and even some from Nick At Nite's Puffapalooza, (around that same time). What I thought this thread was gonna be about is the Krofft Supershow, as I need the first season and some of the second.

[Riffster]

I'm hoping for some Wonderbug, Dr. Shrinker, ElectraWoman

[MegoMark71]

Thank you for this info.

[mazinz]

Yeah, I have some stuff from Rhino, a lot of stuff from the Family Channel, (they ran The World Of Sid & Marty Krofft about 15 years ago), and even some from Nick At Nite's Puffapalooza, (around that same time). What I thought this thread was gonna be about is the Krofft Supershow, as I need the first season and some of the second.

I have two episodes of the krofft supershow but that is it

[Riffster]

Last week we passed on a report that the majority of the Sid and Marty Krofft (SMK) library of television programs had been dealt to Vivendi Entertainment for DVD distribution in North America. At the time, however, no specific titles were mentioned; the only hint was that "Vivendi will release full-series sets and compilations of various titles beginning in the third quarter". It looks like SMK/Vivendi will begin things with a compilation set, because our retailer contacts have informed us that Vivendi has begun soliciting a single-disc "impulse purchase" release that is described this way: "Includes the Best Episodes of 7 Classic Shows!" No pricing (or package art) has been provided yet, but this 154-minute DVD is said to include the following content:

* This nostalgic collection features the most beloved episodes of such all time favorites as:
o H.R Pufnstuf
o Lidsville
o Sigmund the Sea Monster
o Bugaloos
o Electra Woman & Dyna Girl
o Wonderbug
o Bigfoot & Wild Boy
* Bonus Features:
o All new interviews with Marty Krofft and stars of their most popular shows!
o Never before seen pilot episode of first Krofft production!

Sounds like an interesting start, and a good stocking stuffer this Christmas for fans of the classic shows, or kids who should be introduced to these fun programs. Video is listed as full frame, and audio is listed as English Stereo. The official title of this DVD is "Sid & Marty Krofft's Greatest Saturday Morning Hits!, and it will be available starting on September 28th. Stay tuned for updates!

[HardyGirl]

Last week we passed on a report that the majority of the Sid and Marty Krofft (SMK) library of television programs had been dealt to Vivendi Entertainment for DVD distribution in North America. At the time, however, no specific titles were mentioned; the only hint was that "Vivendi will release full-series sets and compilations of various titles beginning in the third quarter". It looks like SMK/Vivendi will begin things with a compilation set, because our retailer contacts have informed us that Vivendi has begun soliciting a single-disc "impulse purchase" release that is described this way: "Includes the Best Episodes of 7 Classic Shows!" No pricing (or package art) has been provided yet, but this 154-minute DVD is said to include the following content:

* This nostalgic collection features the most beloved episodes of such all time favorites as:
o H.R Pufnstuf
o Lidsville
o Sigmund the Sea Monster
o Bugaloos
o Electra Woman & Dyna Girl
o Wonderbug
o Bigfoot & Wild Boy
* Bonus Features:
o All new interviews with Marty Krofft and stars of their most popular shows!
o Never before seen pilot episode of first Krofft production!

Sounds like an interesting start, and a good stocking stuffer this Christmas for fans of the classic shows, or kids who should be introduced to these fun programs. Video is listed as full frame, and audio is listed as English Stereo. The official title of this DVD is "Sid & Marty Krofft's Greatest Saturday Morning Hits!, and it will be available starting on September 28th. Stay tuned for updates!

I'm happy to hear this but...

Their only taking a select few shows out of all of these. I want them ALL! What about Dr. Shinker? Magic Mongo? The Lost Saucer? Kaptain Kool & The Kongs? (both seasons, though my preference is first) And as I've said, I do have all of these listed (complete or nearly complete), and I need some obscure Krofft! And I'd LOVE interviews w/ my faves Joseph Butcher (Wildboy), Jarrod Johnson (Jerry on Lost Saucer), Michael Lembeck (Kaptain Kool), Wesley Eure, (Will from LOTL). If they included all that, I might break down and buy the DVDs.

[mazinz]

I'm happy to hear this but...

Their only taking a select few shows out of all of these. I want them ALL! What about Dr. Shinker? Magic Mongo? The Lost Saucer? Kaptain Kool & The Kongs? (both seasons, though my preference is first) And as I've said, I do have all of these listed (complete or nearly complete), and I need some obscure Krofft! And I'd LOVE interviews w/ my faves Joseph Butcher (Wildboy), Jarrod Johnson (Jerry on Lost Saucer), Michael Lembeck (Kaptain Kool), Wesley Eure, (Will from LOTL). If they included all that, I might break down and buy the DVDs.

hey Hardgirl in the report listed above they did mention full series, so hopefully this comp will just be the "getting attention" disc to get it out there that some of this stuff might be coming soon (I hope)

[The Toyroom]

I realize that every show has its fans but I'm sure that if the more popular, more recognizable stuff does well (Like Pufnstuf, Sigmund, Lidsville) then you'll see the lesser known like Far Out Space Nuts, Lost Saucer, etc. But if they can't make money from the better sellers I really can't see them putting out a Magic Mongo DVD