| Freaks and Geeks: The Complete Series (Yearbook Edition) |  | Directors: Jake Kasdan, Judd Apatow
Actors: Linda Cardellini, John Francis Daley, James Franco, Seth Rogan, Samm Levine
Studio: Shout! Factory
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Format: Box set, Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC, Special Edition
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Discs: 8
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Running Time: 1440 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.1
Dimensions (in): 11.2 x 8.6 x 0.9
MPN: SF10978
Model: SF10978
UPC: 826663109788
EAN: 0826663109788
ASIN: B001B73PTO
Release Date: November 25, 2008
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| • | Previously available in a limited Internet-only run and long out of print, this second printing of the Freaks and Geeks Yearbook Edition is now making its debut at retail. Containing all the episodes, commentaries and special features of the Complete Series 6-DVD set, plus two extra discs and deluxe packaging, it s the ultimate tribute to one of the greatest TV shows ever. Set in 1980 at the ficti |
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Product Description
Unlike the beautiful teens populating most television shows in 1999, Freaks And Geeks,created by Paul Feig and executive produced by him and Judd Apatow (40-Year Old Virgin, Knocked Up, Super Bad), told the stories of the rest of us. At McKinley High in the suburbs of Detroit in 1980, were a group of outsiders; the stoners, the tough kids, the bad girls, the brains and the dorks. It was a smart, funny, authentic testimonial to the highs and horrors of high school for the kids who didn t fit anywhere. The show, fiercely loved and supported by its fans, was cancelled after 19 amazing episodes.
As a thank you to the people who have loved and supported this show, the Cast and Creatives all came together to create this special limited Yearbook Edition.
Previously available only via the Freaks and Geeks website, and now long out of print, this special edition contains all the original episodes, commentaries and special features of the Complete Season set, plus two bonus discs all housed in a loving recreation of a 40-page yearbook, chock-full of exclusive photos, memorabilia and essays.
Special Features on the the Yearkbook Edition's Two Exclusive Bonus Discs
* Museum of Television & Radio Panel
* Table Read
* Deleted Scenes
* Original Cast Auditions
* Raw Footage
* Mr. Rosso Live In Concert
* Photo Galleries
* NBC Promos
* Behind the Scenes footage
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
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