By David Weiner
7:01 AM PDT, April 12, 2011
From the final 'Harry Potter' chapter toGwyneth's 'Country Strong' twang-fest,Tracey&Hepburnand the return of "H.R. Pufnstuf" and "Car 54 Where Are You?," see what's new this week!
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'The Incredibles' on Blu-ray
Pixar
Disney-Pixar hit it out the park with this take on a super-family that is super-dysfunctional, just like any family, but comes together in a time of crisis – now on Blu-ray! Craig T. Nelson and Holly Hunter voice Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl, two superheroes who find love, settle down and face domestic challenges when all heroes are forced into retirement due to a preponderance of lawsuits from injured bystanders. Itching to relive the glory days, Mr. Fantastic secretly fights crime with his old pal Frozone (Samuel L. Jackson), only to unwittingly uncover a deadly plot that puts his whole family in jeopardy.
Special features include an incredible amount of all-new bonus content (in addition to the classic DVD content) such as "The Incredibles Revisited" roundtable discussion with writer/director Brad Bird, producer John Walker and their animation/tech team; "Paths To Pixar: Story Artists," showcasing multiple Pixar story artists giving viewers exciting insight into their work, their inspiration and the personal paths; "Studio Stories: Gary's Birthday" (Trying to make a movie when there are not enough work days and
too many birthday parties? This feature showcases how 'The Incredibles' crew solved that problem); "Ending with a Bang: Making the End Credits" and "The New Nomanisan Island Redevelopment Plan" guided tour of Nomanisan Island, post-Syndrome, pitching the island as a vacation resort paradise. Classic DVD features include the short films "Jack-Jack Attack" and "Boundin'."
Special features include an incredible amount of all-new bonus content (in addition to the classic DVD content) such as "The Incredibles Revisited" roundtable discussion with writer/director Brad Bird, producer John Walker and their animation/tech team; "Paths To Pixar: Story Artists," showcasing multiple Pixar story artists giving viewers exciting insight into their work, their inspiration and the personal paths; "Studio Stories: Gary's Birthday" (Trying to make a movie when there are not enough work days and
too many birthday parties? This feature showcases how 'The Incredibles' crew solved that problem); "Ending with a Bang: Making the End Credits" and "The New Nomanisan Island Redevelopment Plan" guided tour of Nomanisan Island, post-Syndrome, pitching the island as a vacation resort paradise. Classic DVD features include the short films "Jack-Jack Attack" and "Boundin'."
"Car 54, Where Are You?"
Shanachie Entertainment
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the classic TV series finally makes its DVD debut! All 30 episodes of the first season are included in the newly re-mastered, four-disc set. Joe E. Ross ("The Phil Silvers Show") and Fred Gwynne ("The Munsters") play the odd couple squad car team of Toody and Muldoon from the Bronx's 53rd precinct -- great comedic characters who find themselves in endless misadventures among the eccentric residents of the neighborhood they patrol.
Specifically shot as a bonus extra for this release is a brand-new, free-wheeling round table conversation between Bronx-raised comedian Robert Klein and "Car 54" regular cast members Charlotte Rae and Hank Garrett, who share stories, anecdotes and memories of the beloved show.
Specifically shot as a bonus extra for this release is a brand-new, free-wheeling round table conversation between Bronx-raised comedian Robert Klein and "Car 54" regular cast members Charlotte Rae and Hank Garrett, who share stories, anecdotes and memories of the beloved show.
'Tracy & Hepburn: The Definitive Collection'
Warner Bros.
The first and only complete collection of Spencer Tracy/Katharine Hepburn films is now available on DVD! The classic Hollywood couple collaborated on a total of nine films, and the new collection spans from 'Woman of the Year' (1942) to their last performance together in 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' (1967), which wrapped shortly before Tracy's death. Other films in the set are 'Keeper of the Flame' (1942), 'Without Love' (1945), 'Sea of Grass' (1947), 'State of the Union' (1948), 'Adam's Rib' (1949), 'Pat and Mike' (1952) and 'Desk Set' (1957).
Also included is "Spencer Tracy Legacy: A Tribute by Katharine Hepburn," the touching and insightful retrospective documentary that won Emmys for writing and directing in 1986.
Also included is "Spencer Tracy Legacy: A Tribute by Katharine Hepburn," the touching and insightful retrospective documentary that won Emmys for writing and directing in 1986.
'Here Comes Peter Cottontail'

Classic Media
The original Rankin/Bass TV holiday classic is back on DVD to celebrate its 40th anniversary! Told and sung by Danny Kaye and featuring the vocal talents of Casey Kasem and Vincent Price, the family adventure follows Peter Cottontail, who wants to be the No. 1 Chief Easter Bunny in April Valley. Everyone agrees he's the right rabbit for the job except for his archrival, the evil Irontail. As they race through time to see who can deliver the most eggs, can Easter be saved for children everywhere?
'H. R. Pufnstuf: The Complete Series' Collector's Edition
Vivendi Entertainment
It's been 40 years since Sid and Marty Krofft's beloved Saturday morning live-action show ended, and now collectors can relive the fun with a special DVD set containing all 17 episodes (originally broadcast between 1969 and 1971). H.R. Pufnstuf is a friendly talking dragon who is mayor of the whimsical Living Island, and the show follows the adventures of Pufnstuf's pals with Jimmy (Jack Wild), a young boy stranded with his magic flute, Freddy – the object of desire of the evil Witchiepoo!
The Collector's Edition DVD set features a special Pufnstuff bobblehead, and bonus features on both the standard and Collector's Edition include a never-before-released episode of "Horror Hotel" from the "Krofft Superstar Hour" and downloadable vintage H.R. Pufnstuf music and coloring book.
The Collector's Edition DVD set features a special Pufnstuff bobblehead, and bonus features on both the standard and Collector's Edition include a never-before-released episode of "Horror Hotel" from the "Krofft Superstar Hour" and downloadable vintage H.R. Pufnstuf music and coloring book.
'Country Strong'
Screen Gems
Gwyneth Paltrow straps on a guitar to play an unstable country music singer who gets involved with a rising singer-songwriter ('TRON: Legacy' star Garrett Hedlund) in this musical drama. As they embark on a career resurrection tour with her husband/manager (Tim McGraw) and a beauty-queen-turned-singer ("Gossip Girl"'s Leighton Meester), romantic complications ensue and old demons threaten to derail them all.
Special features on the Blu-ray include the film's original ending; deleted scenes; an extended performance of "Shake That Thing" by Gwyneth; the music videos "A Little Bit Stronger" and "Country Strong"; plus the exclusive featurettes "A Little Bit Country: The Costumes"; "Friends in High Places: The Cast of Country Strong"; and "Putting the Words in Their Mouths: The Songwriters."
Special features on the Blu-ray include the film's original ending; deleted scenes; an extended performance of "Shake That Thing" by Gwyneth; the music videos "A Little Bit Stronger" and "Country Strong"; plus the exclusive featurettes "A Little Bit Country: The Costumes"; "Friends in High Places: The Cast of Country Strong"; and "Putting the Words in Their Mouths: The Songwriters."
'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1' (out April 15)
Warner Bros.
The first part of the final 'Harry Potter' chapter is now on Blu-ray and DVD! Dumbledore (Michael Gambon) is dead. Can Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) successfully take on the dark wizard Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) without his mentor's help? To get a fighting chance, Harry and longtime friends Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson) set out to track down and destroy the Horcruxes -- keys to Voldemort's immortality. If Harry can destroy them all, then Voldemort will be mortal once again. But a long-feared war has broken out, and now nowhere is safe for the Hogwarts students. With Harry being hunted by Voldemort's Death Eaters, will the boy wizard be ready in time for the ultimate battle?
Special features on the three-disc Blu-ray Combo Pack include an exclusive sneak peek of a scene from 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2'; Maximum Movie Mode interactive journey with host Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy) and other members of the cast and crew; "Dan, Rupert and Emma's Running Competition"; "The Seven Harrys" (showing how Radcliffe recreated the personalities of the different characters that transform into Harrys in one hilarious scene); a little golf action "On the Green with Rupert, Tom, Oliver and James"; see the cast's first visit to Florida's The Wizarding World of Harry Potter; "Behind the Soundtrack"; additional scenes; a digital copy of the film and more!
'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1' is also available on Video on Demand.
Special features on the three-disc Blu-ray Combo Pack include an exclusive sneak peek of a scene from 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2'; Maximum Movie Mode interactive journey with host Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy) and other members of the cast and crew; "Dan, Rupert and Emma's Running Competition"; "The Seven Harrys" (showing how Radcliffe recreated the personalities of the different characters that transform into Harrys in one hilarious scene); a little golf action "On the Green with Rupert, Tom, Oliver and James"; see the cast's first visit to Florida's The Wizarding World of Harry Potter; "Behind the Soundtrack"; additional scenes; a digital copy of the film and more!
'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1' is also available on Video on Demand.