This past Sunday, Nov. 9th, HBO
debuted Summer Heights High, an Australian import which has been so hilariously popular that it was not only picked up here in the States, but also in the U.K. (by the BBC) and in other parts of the world. The 8-episode "mockumentary" was created by, written by and stars Chris Lilley (who plays 3 parts in the show). And HBO is wasting no time in announcing a DVD release for the program!
The 2-disc set will arrive on
February 24th. Besides the episodes, this set will include Outtakes and Deleted Scenes as extras. Video will be widescreen, audio in English, and the running time is 240 minutes. Cost is $29.98 SRP. Here's the studio description, followed by the package art:
In this hilarious series set in a real Australian high school, actor/comedian Chris Lilley stars as three different characters: a vain drama teacher, a self-absorbed boy, and a haughty female exchange student. Hysterical, absurd and frequently shocking, Summer Heights High reveals a world where small issues become huge, social groups are critical, young minds are molded, hopes are shattered and dreams are realized.
