Summary of "Season 2 - Not as good as season 1": I'll admit to being a bit disappointed by the second season of Heroes. Season 1 was about discovering new characters, and their powers, and there was a sense of mystery and awe in almost every episode. Season 2 seemed fragmented, with various characters off doing their own thing, and various plots that didn't really seem to come together. Some of the new characters were less than thrilling. Who knows what would have happened if the writers hadn't gone on strike; maybe the season would have turned out amazing.
The DVD set, like the first one, is a very solid release, mostly due to the repurposing of materials from NBC.com. I don't visit the websites of shows, so I appreciate having the material included on the DVD, even if could be seen elsewhere (though most of it can't be accessed on NBC.com by people outside of the US). The best piece is "Inside the Alternate Ending of Generations" where the producers explain where they would have gone in the second half of the season had the strike not happened. It's amazing how one action can play such a pivotal role in the direction of a show, and it reminds me of the changes they made from the original pilot to the version that aired on TV.
It may not have been the greatest season, but there are lots of reasons to pick up the second season on DVD. (read entire review)
Summary of "Season 1 - I love this show!": In case you couldn't tell before, I love this show. I thought the season was excellent, and I can't wait for season 2 to air in September. I didn't feel jerked around by the show, though the loooong wait during the break was almost unbearable, and it reminded me why I prefer watching shows on DVD. In fact, this was the ONLY network scripted series I watched. Enough about the show, what did I think about the set?
I thought the set was good, but it didn't have a big, stand-out feature that would have made it awesome. Remember the amazing documentary on the second season of 24, the 1 hour and 20 min "Breaking Episode 315" from The Shield, or the 33 minute "Making of the Pilot" for Lost season 1? Heroes needed a piece like that, plus the featurettes they've already included. The package is good, don't get me wrong, but it lacks that big, awesome feature that gets everyone excited. The unaired-pilot is a great feature, but it's not a kickass documentary. There's a companion series that airs on BBC called Heroes Unmasked, and from what I've heard it would make an excellent companion to the DVD set. It's done by the same people who work on Dr. Who Confidential, and is narrated by Anthony Head (Giles, from Buffy). I have no idea what the rights issues would involve getting it released, but I'd love to see it in stores over here. The HD DVD release has more material, though I haven't seen the set yet.
It was nice to see the cast members return to Comic Con this year, though the room they were in this time was much, much larger. I was able to get backstage, though I didn't chat with any of the actors (it was an insane zoo back there, as you can imagine). I did have one thrill though; they announced the first director for the spin-off series Heroes: Origins, and an NBC press person started calling for "Kevin." The door opened, and Kevin Smith burst through (he was smoking outside in the hallway). Everyone backstage gasped, and then one of the cast members said, "NO WAY!!" as Kevin ran onto the stage. That's right, I knew Kevin Smith was the director about 2 seconds before the cast, and 4 seconds before the room full of people. Do I feel amazingly special? Not really, but it was a "Dear Diary..." moment... or maybe not. I ran into Zachary Quinto at a party later that night and we chatted briefly. He seems really excited to play Spock in the upcoming Star Trek movie, and had just finished talking to Brian Burke, producer of the movie, and Lost.
I have a strong feeling this set will be one of the top TV-DVD sellers this year, if not #1. It has broad appeal, hard-core fans, and it's the "buzz" show right now, so that'll translate into some strong sales. (read entire review)
Universal Releases 3D Package Art and New Details for The Complete Series DVD Set
BRING YOUR HEROES HOME: the Complete Series Boxed Set is coming to DVD for the very first time! Since its premiere in 2006, this NBC series has been nominated for and won numerous Emmy, Golden Globe and... (read entire news item)
9/07/2010
Online Retailer Shows a Pre-Order Listing for 'The Complete Series'
While Universal Studios Home Entertainment hasn't officially announced anything, an Amazon.com pre-order listing shows that on November 16th the studio will release all four seasons with Heroes - The... (read entire news item)
6/04/2010
Formal Season 4 Press Release Brings Blu-Exclusive Extras and Full-Sized Package Art
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Take a Thrilling Journey Into a World of Redemption
'Heroes'
Season 4
OWN THE FINAL VOLUME ON Blu-ray HI-DEF AND DVD
FROM UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT AUGUST... (read entire news item)
6/03/2010
Official Season 4 DVD/Blu-ray Announcement Includes Lots of Extras
Experience all the intrigue and suspense of Heroes: Season 4 in this 5-disc set that includes all 18 gripping episodes from the fourth season's volume, Redemption. As the Heroes mourn fallen friends and... (read entire news item)
4/26/2010
The 'Volume Five: Redemption' Arc is Coming to DVD and Blu-ray with Season 4
Amazon.com, the USA branch of the mega e-tailer, has begun taking pre-orders for the DVD and high-def Blu-ray Disc versions of Heroes - Season 4. These listings are prior to the official Universal Studios... (read entire news item)
6/04/2009
We've Posted the Complete Press Release for Season 3 on DVD & Blu-ray
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 1, 2009, Own it on Blu-ray Hi-Def & DVD
Heroes:
Season 3
From Universal Studios Home Entertainment
LOS ANGELES, June 4 - Experience all the explosive action... (read entire news item)
5/27/2009
This Just In: Package Art for Season 3 on DVD and Blu-ray Disc
Earlier today we brought you Universal's announcement, including date, cost, and tons of detail about the bonus material, for both the DVD and high-def Blu-ray Disc versions of Heroes - Season 3. The... (read entire news item)
5/27/2009
Blu-ray & DVD Announcements for Season 3 Include Date & Detailed Extras
It's been almost two months now since we reported that Heroes - Season 3, in a DVD version, was listed at Amazon.com for early pre-orders. However, there was no street date available yet, because Universal... (read entire news item)
4/07/2009
Season 3 DVDs are Available to Pre-Purchase Right Away through Amazon
Fans who watched Heroes last night all seem to agree that the show is back up to full power, and just as full of suspense and surprises as ever! If you've been enjoying it lately, or if you've missed... (read entire news item)
8/22/2008
Universal Offers DVD-Related Extras for Heroes, The Office to be Obtained via Your Cell Phone!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Universal Studios Home Entertainment's Groundbreaking
Mobile Promotional Program Brings Exclusive Sneak Peeks
of New DVDs to Shoppers' Fingertips
Includes Two of Television's... (read entire news item)
8/03/2008
A Look at the 'Rental Ready' Disc Case Art for Heroes - Season 2 on DVD
It's been a month and a half since Universal formally announced the August 26th DVD release of Heroes - Season 2 (also coming out on hi-def Blu-ray Disc the same day). The studio has now released, for... (read entire news item)
6/21/2008
Blu-ray Box Art for Heroes - Season 1 and Heroes - Season 2
For two months now, since Universal first announced their initial slate on the format, fans of NBC's Monday night blockbuster show have been anticipating the August 26th high-def Blu-ray Disc releases... (read entire news item)
6/17/2008
Studio Clears Up Our Price Misunderstanding with Upcoming Heroes DVDs, Blu-rays
A week ago we reported on Universal's August 26th releases of Heroes - Season 1 on Blu-ray Disc, and Heroes - Season 2 on both DVD and Blu-ray Disc. At that time we told you about some really great-sounding... (read entire news item)
6/12/2008
Full List of Extras for DVD and Blu-ray ***Updated With Art***
EXPERIENCE THE MOST-TALKED ABOUT TELEVISION PHENOMENON LIKE NEVER BEFORE
SEE UNTOLD STORIES AND AN ALTERNATE ENDING TO SEASON 2 PLUS GET A SNEAK PEEK OF THE MAKING OF SEASON 3!!
HEROES: SEASON... (read entire news item)
6/10/2008
Extras, Specs, Cost & Other Details of Season 2 DVD, Seasons 1 & 2 Blu-rays
A couple of months ago Universal revealed that Heroes - Season 2 would arrive on August 26th, on high-definition Blu-ray Disc as well as on DVD...and that a Blu-ray version of Heroes - Season 1 would... (read entire news item)
4/17/2008
Universal Announces Their Blu-ray Slate; Includes August Releases of Heroes' First 2 Seasons!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Universal Unveils Inaugural Slate of Film and
TV Offerings Coming to Blu-ray(TM) Disc
Day and Date With DVD
'Heroes: Season Two' Will Mark the
Studio's First Global Event... (read entire news item)
10/23/2007
1st Season on HD DVD Free With Purchase Of XBox 360 Add-On Drive
Some retailers, including Best Buy, are currently promoting the XBox 360 add-on HD DVD drive by giving away a free copy of Heroes - Season 1 on DVD. The set is normally valued at $99.98 SRP. Each retailer... (read entire news item)
9/07/2007
Lockups Reported on HD DVD edition of Season 1
Last week Universal released the HD DVD version of Heroes - Season 1, alongside the standard DVD edition. We have something we want to pass along to people who have purchased this release, or are planning... (read entire news item)
8/13/2007
A Look at the HD DVD features - screen shots
We've talked about the HD DVD features of the upcoming Heroes season 1 set, but now we have screen shots to share with you.
Character Connections
An interactive experience which lets fans follow their... (read entire news item)
8/04/2007
DVD Package Interior, Rental-Ready Packaging, & Clips
Every fans of Heroes is getting excited about the upcoming August 28th release of the first season set, on DVD and HD DVD. The above shot of the inside of the DVD package comes from the show's official... (read entire news item)
7/26/2007
Universal's Press Release for Heroes HD DVD Edition
HD DVD UNLEASHES NEW POWERS
HEROES: SEASON 1
The First Web-Enabled HD DVD Title Available from
Universal Studios Home Entertainment with
Exclusive Interactive Features only Available on HD DVD
Available... (read entire news item)
7/18/2007
First Look at the HD DVD Release
Earlier today I attended a presentation looking at some of the HD DVD features, hosted by Kevin Collins from Microsoft. Collins showed off a number of HD DVD titles, including an early "check disc" (something... (read entire news item)
7/12/2007
Heroes Menus!
Universal has FINALLY released menus for the DVD release of Heroes season 1. This also shows all the extras for the DVD set.
Feel like saving an extra 5% off the DVD or HD DVD sets? Yeah, we thought... (read entire news item)
6/24/2007
Press Release: Heroes World Tour to Kick Off DVD & HD DVD Release
For Immediate Release
"Heroes" Will Celebrate Its Extraordinary Domestic and
International Success by Sending Cast to Seven Cities to Promote the
August 28 DVD and HD DVD Release of "Heroes Season... (read entire news item)
5/25/2007
High-Def Box Art And Confirmed High-Def Extras!
Looking back through our last few news stories about the August 28th release of Heroes - Season 1 from Universal, we see that we had the DVD box art (but not the HD-DVD box art version), that we had a... (read entire news item)
5/20/2007
Studio Issues Press Release for Heroes - Season 1 DVD
Late this week we have received the formal press release for Heroes - Season 1 on DVD; you can see it below. Reading through it, you see that it mentions the HD-DVD version, but does not go into detail... (read entire news item)
5/17/2007
A list of extras for Season 1
The other day we had the pleasure of reporting on the August 28th release of Heroes - Season 1, which will debut that day on both DVD and HD-DVD. Gord and David both have birthdays near then, and both... (read entire news item)
5/15/2007
Universal Officially Announces 1st Season DVDs, HD-DVDs ***Arwork Added***
As we predicted a couple of weeks ago, August 28th has been officially announced by Universal as the release date for Heroes - Season 1 on DVD. The studio has also announced an HD-DVD version as well,... (read entire news item)
5/03/2007
Heroes Season 1 Release Date!
Every fan of the series has been waiting for signs of when the first season will be released on DVD (and HD DVD), so this news will make a few million people smile...
August 28
That's right, Universal... (read entire news item)
4/09/2007
Want some Heroes news? We have it
Is anyone else feeling the long absence of Heroes on the Monday-night schedule? Yeah, so are we! Here's a little bit of news to tide you over until the show returns on April 23 (just two more weeks!).
This... (read entire news item)
1/06/2007
NetFlix to get exclusive Heroes release
Heroes fans that subscribe to NetFlix, the online video rental service, will be able to rent a special DVD that features a summary of the 11 episodes of Heroes that have aired so far. The DVD, produced... (read entire news item)
