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DVDfever.co.uk – Press release: Fireball XL5: The Complete Series Special Edition on DVD
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Posted: June 19th, 2009.
Network DVD is delighted to announce the release of one of Gerry Andersons most cherished fantasy series. FIREBALL XL5 SPECIAL EDITION (U) is available to buy on DVD on 29th June 2009, RRP £59.99. This 6 disc set includes all 39 episodes from the iconic series, complete and uncut plus exclusive extras including a 60-page book and new documentary.
The year is 20622063, the peace of the universe is maintained by World Space Patrols finest rocket ship, the eponymous Fireball XL5. The memorable crew comprises of the glamorous doctor Venus, middle-aged navigator and engineer Professor Matthew Matic and Zodiacs co-pilot Robert the Robot, whose fantastic characteristic being that he is transparent, and bears the voice of creator Gerry Anderson himself. This brave, gallant crew is led by the heroic Colonel Steve Zodiac. They explore various exotic planets and other life forms and protect the innocent from sinister intergalactic villains such as Mr. and Mrs. Space Spy.
Since the programmes very first transmission on October 28th 1962, young audiences not to mention a good number of adults all over the world were held enthralled by the adventures of Steve Zodiac and his crew. Gerry Andersons Supermarionation marionettes were first introduced in Four Feather Falls (1960), and since then a wondrous tradition in entertainment was born. The marionettes were used again and again in immensely popular childrens shows such as Supercar, Thunderbirds. This release will appeal to all who are fans and is also set to convert a good number of new viewers, who have yet to experience its magic.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
- A Wonderland of Stardust: a brand new documentary about the making of Fireball XL5 featuring contributions from creators Gerry Anderson and Sylvia Anderson, as well as numerous members of the crew including David Elliott, Alan Pattillo and Brian Johnson
- Drawn in Supermarionation: This new, exclusive documentary chronicles the comic strip adaptations of the early AP Films series and features contributions from director of merchandising Keith Shackleton and artists Bill Mevin, Mike Noble and Colin Page.
- A Day in the Life of a Space General: A brand new, colourised edition of Fireball XL5, taken from a new HD transfer of the original film elements
- Bill Mevins Supercar Home Movie: Previously unseen footage filmed by TV Comic artist Bill Mevin during production on Supercar
- Special limited edition packaging
- Zoom ice lolly commercials
- Image Galleries
- PDF Material
- 60-page book written by TV historian Andrew Pixley.
The DVD is released on June 22nd, it runs for 975 mins and retails for £59.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £35.68.
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