The Rockford Files - Season One

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Summary: "This is James Rockford. Leave your name and number..."
Review: Absolutely cannot agree more - WE WANT JIMMY ON DVD!!

One of the best action/drama/comedy series of all time, bar none. Clearly a direct predecessor to series such as "Northern Exposure" and "The Sopranos," which skillfully blend drama and humor into a highly enjoyable mix.

Also a semi-inspiration for "Magnum, P.I." (Tom Selleck was a hilarious recurring character in several 'Rockford' episodes) and Mel Gibson's Martin Riggs character in the 'Lethal Weapon' series (Riggs lived in a trailer on the Malibu beach in the same exact location Jim Rockford's had been. You could even imagine Riggs and Rockford being next-door neighbors (boy, is THAT ever a movie sequel idea... ;^) Murtaugh..'I'm getting too old for this $##$'... Riggs, 'So am I' .. Rockford: 'YOU'RE getting too old for it?!?!?' )

Anyway, if and when they (Universal??) get around to releasing The Rockford Files on DVD, I will buy it that day. Every single episode. The 1974 pilot to the final 1999 TV movie sequel. Cash on the barrel head. Right then, right there.

So let's go!! We want Jimmy!!!!!

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Summary: Almost in tears
Review: I am trying to anticipate what on earth is next to preceed Rockford Files on DVD. Alf? For crying out loud!
I have worn out , or loaned out my VHS collection, and I don't know how much more I have left. All of the episodes now on TV are edited, and I am being kind, to make room for more commercials to pay for the syndication. Some of the best scenes are left on the cutting room floor. Even James Garner must see the fan base that is out here. If it is a monetary issue, I will be glad to help. Or I can assist in negotiations with the studio. I am making myself available. 24-7. Please cut the red tape, and give us Rockford on DVD, heck we will even pay for it. As Always, Electric Larry

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Summary: A Masterpiece
Review: I lived in Southern California during the 1970's when this
magnificent series was made and I can vouch for how well
the writers, actors, directors, producers and everyone else
involved were able to bring this slightly wacky society
to life on the TV screen. Some episodes are quite serious
(the saddest being when Jim's girlfriend was rubbed out
by the mafia) and others amusing (many of those in which Angel
is involved). Some episodes are based on real-life situations,
such as the one where Rocky's eccentric friend T T Flowers is
locked up in a retirement home/mental hospital against his will so that his evil son-in-law can get ahold of his property.
Unlike some other actors in long-running series, James Garner
always gave his best, so there is nary a bad episode in the lot.
It's about time that this fine series appear in DVD!

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Summary: Where's Rockford???
Review: Inconceivable! The Rockford Files, possibly the greatest show of all time, isn't yet available on DVD? What genius at Universal is asleep at the wheel? I want six seasons of James Rockford in digitally-remastered glory, and I want them . . . well, at your earliest convenience, please. I've been waiting for years. I've taped most of the series, but one can only take so much of poor picture quality, network editing, commercials, out-of-order episodes, and recording errors. Bring The Rockford Files to DVD! And throw in the eight movies and the seven episodes of Richie Brockelman, Private Eye while you're at it.

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Summary: The Greatest Show of All Time!!
Review: It is long over due that Universal releases this show on DVD. Every episode is truly a work of art, a standard rarely maintained over the course of a six season run. And I know that I'm not alone in saying that Jim Rockford is the greatest tv detective of all-time, TV Guide said the same thing several years ago. When you consider all of the shows that are terrible and only lasted for a season or two, and are on DVD, you really have to wonder why The Rockford Files isn't on DVD already. My only question is: Universal, what's the hold-up? It's the best detective show ever and was a solid hit for its entire run, not to mention its success in syndication. It wasn't your typical detective show, and it wasn't your formulaic Dragnet or Law and Order type of show either. It had top notch acting, great writing, great stories, and a blend of drama, action, and comedy that you just don't see anymore. More importantly, the characters were flawed, but that's what made them so interesting. They were real, and on some level you can relate to all of them, and they were all portrayed beautifully by the extraordinary cast. My only hope is that they release all 6 seasons on DVD!

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Summary: Please give us Rockford on DVD!!!!!!!!!
Review: James Garner is a legend, and this show was amazing. Please release it on DVD. I'll even buy two!

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Summary: Message to Bob Wright: GIVE US ROCKFORD ON DVD!
Review: Okay, so the title of my review sounded a little dire, but with NBC (the original network "The Rockford Files" aired on back in the 1970's) now merged with Universal, you'd think they'd realize what a potential goldmine they have in releasing the various seasons of Jim, Rocky, Angel, Beth, Dennis and the gang on DVD.

Hopefully they'll see the light soon. Maybe leaving a message on Bob's answering machine would help?

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Summary: A POSSIBLE REASON FOR THE DELAY
Review: Recently the local station that ran THE ROCKFORD FILES in Philly went All Jesus All the Time, so I find myself at the mercy of WGN, the Chicago "superstation" that just butchers these shows, cutting out entire scenes to accomodate their commercials for ambulance-chasing lawyers and other advertising aimed at shut-ins and jobless losers. While neither a shut-in nor a jobless loser, I am one of the bigger ROCKFORD fans around, and I truly miss seeing these shows in their unedited glory. I believe, however, that there is an unfortunate reason for the lack of Jim Rockford on DVD, and his fans might have to get used to the fact that it might be a long time before it happens. Fans of the show may recall that in the 1980's James Garner, whose Cherokee Productions owned a piece of the show, got involved in a nasty dispute with Universal Television over royalties from the show. Garner ended up suing Universal. I don't quite remember all the details of how the suit turned out (I believe Garner won a big settlement), but the ramifications of that dispute might still be holding up any release of TRF on DVD. So don't hold your breath waiting to see Jimbo, Rocky, Angel, Dennis, Beth and Coop on DVD. It might be along time coming.

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Summary: Coolest show ever
Review: Rockford was the only ficitonal detective who could get beaten up occasionally yet we still know he's tough; who could get fooled yet we still know he's smart, and he'll figure it out by the end; to not always get the lady but still get his share. He's the only TV detective ever who was often broke and dodging bill collectors. He's the only TV detective - and the first fictional detective period since Raymond Chandler's Philip Marlowe - who was a **true** world-weary and world-wise smartass.

Whoever is out there listening, put Rockford on DVD! It's true that there are more people out there willing to pay more to see outtakes from Survivor, but people who like quality viewing and not just titillation ****are willing to pay more****. Sell it at a premium, for Pete's sake! We'll pay it! Just put it out there.

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Summary: What's Happening!
Review: That's right, What's Happening! is out on DVD but The Rockford Files isn't. Go figure. Anyway, let's hope they're not waiting for James Garner to pass away before they issue one of the greatest TV series ever onto DVD.
Rockford's sardonic humor, street smarts, and always get-the-girl-at-the-end good looks makes this series appealing to all generations, male or female. $200 a day plus expenses? He's definitely worth it!