Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series + Galactica 1980 - May 12, 2015

[Akijama]

Battlestar Galactica: The Definitive Collection Blu-ray



Battlestar Galactica Blu-ray

From renowned writer/producer Glen A. Larson, the creative force behind Knight Rider, The Six Million Dollar Man, and Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, comes the groundbreaking TV series that launched one of the most beloved sci-fi franchises in history, now available in widescreen and high definition as Battlestar Galactica: The Definitive Collection and Battlestar Galactica: The Remastered Collection come to Blu-ray™ on May 12, 2015 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. These essential collections for Battlestar Galactica devotees include all 24 explosive episodes of Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series plus the complete 10-episode spin-off series, Galactica 1980.

Newly remastered in 16:9 widescreen presentation for the very first time, Battlestar Galactica: The Remastered Collection features both pioneering series meticulously reformatted to be optimized for the HDTV viewing experience. Battlestar Galactica: The Definitive Collection also includes both series in 4:3 Full Frame as they were originally televised, plus the theatrical version of the premiere episode "Saga of a Star World" presented in 1.85:1 Widescreen for the ultimate collector.

This epic adventure, which provided the inspiration for the critically acclaimed 2004 Syfy reimagined series, comes with over 4 hours of bonus features, including over 3 hours of deleted scenes from Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series! These collections also includes featurettes such as "Glen Larson on the Creation of Battlestar Galactica" and "Stu Phillips: Composing the Score" with an inside look at the genesis of this remarkable production, and "Remembering Battlestar Galactica," a 45-minute retrospective documentary featuring cast and crew on the making of this ground-breaking series.

In Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series, the Twelve Colonies, hopeful for lasting peace following centuries of intense warfare, gather to sign a treaty with their dreaded enemies, the Cylons. But after an act of treachery on the eve of the ceremony, the Cylons launch a devastating surprise attack, destroying the Colonies' home planets and most of their military strength. A lone flagship battlestar, the Galactica, remains to aid the surviving colonists on their epic journey to a new home on a far-off, legendary planet—Earth.

Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series stars Richard Hatch ("The Streets of San Francisco"), Dirk Benedict ("The A Team"), Lorne Greene ("Bonanza"), Herbert Jefferson Jr. (Apollo 13), John Colicos ("Star Trek: Deep Space Nine"), Maren Jensen ("The Love Boat"), Noah Hathaway (The Never Ending Story), Laurette Spang (Airport 1975), Tony Swartz ("Dynasty") and Terry Carter ("McCloud").

Galactica 1980: The Complete Series picks up 30 years after the events of Battlestar Galactica, as the original crew finally makes the long-anticipated descent to Earth. With time running out and the Cylons closing in on their trail, Commander Adama and the Galactica team work harder than ever to help Earth create the technology necessary for battle.

Galactica 1980: The Complete Series stars Kent McCord ("Emergency"), Barry Van Dyke ("Diagnosis Murder"), Robyn Douglass(Breaking Away) and Lorne Greene.

Battlestar Galactica: The Definitive Collection includes:

Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series (Widescreen and Full Frame)
Galactica 1980: The Complete Series (Widescreen and Full Frame)
Battlestar Galactica – The 125-minute theatrical edit of the premiere episode "Saga of a Star World"

Battlestar Galactica: The Remastered Collection includes:

Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series (Widescreen)
Galactica 1980: The Complete Series (Widescreen)

Blu-ray™ disc unleashes the power of your HDTV and is the best way to watch movies at home, featuring perfect hi-def picture and hi-def sound. Digital including UltraViolet™ is a revolutionary new way for fans to collect their movies and TV shows in the cloud. UltraViolet™ lets consumers instantly stream and download to tablets, smartphones, computers and TVs.

BONUS FEATURES ON BLU-RAY™

Over 3 hours of Deleted Scenes
Remembering Battlestar Galactica – a 45-minute retrospective documentary featuring cast and crew on the making of this ground-breaking series.
Episode Commentary with Richard Hatch, Dirk Benedict and Herbert Jefferson Jr.
Glen Larson on the Creation of Battlestar Galactica
Stu Phillips: Composing the Score
And More!

THE DEFINITIVE COLLECTION - TECHNICAL INFORMATION - Blu-ray

Street Date: 5/12/2015
Copyright: 2015 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Selection Numbers: 61166871 (US), 61167189 (CDN)
Running Time: 57 Hrs. 7 Mins
Layers: Duel Layer
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Widescreen, 4:3 Full Frame
Rating: N/A, PG (movie)
Languages:
- Full Frame & Widescreen Versions: English
- Full Frame Version: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subtitles:
- Full Frame & Widescreen Versions: English SDH, Spanish, French
- Full Frame Version: Dutch, Italian, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish, Japanese, Portuguese
Sound: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono (Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series), DTS Digital Surround 2.0 (Galactica 1980: The Complete Series)

THE REMASTERED COLLECTION - TECHNICAL INFORMATION - Blu-ray™
Street Date: 5/12/2015
Copyright: 2015 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Selection Numbers: 61167119 (US), 61167120 (CDN)
Running Time: 27 Hrs. 31 Mins
Layers: Dual Layer
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Widescreen
Rating: N/A
Language: English
Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French
Sound: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono (Battlestar Galactica: The Original Series), DTS Digital Surround 2.0 (Galactica 1980: The Complete Series)

[Show spoiler]According to Bill Hunt and The Digital Bits. An official announcement is coming very soon.

We’ve confirmed with Universal Studios Home Entertainment that they are going to be releasing the classic Battlestar Galactica: The Complete Series on Blu-ray here in the States in the months ahead. Very likely this is going to be a Region A/English version of the same set that’s been available in German for months now (and which we reviewed here on The Bits). We’re told to expect an official announcement sometime before the end of the year, which would mean the street date is likely to be sometime early in 2015. Rest assured, we’ll keep you all up to date.

[NoirFan]

Great, so this will include the Galacticon disc missing from the upcoming UK set (and included in the German one)?

[Indiana Jones]

Originally Posted by NoirFan

Great, so this will include the Galacticon disc missing from the upcoming UK set (and included in the German one)?

I doubt it, expect it to be identical to the UK release.

[NoirFan]

Originally Posted by Indiana Jones

I doubt it, expect it to be identical to the UK release.

Even though the article linked states 'Very likely this is going to be a Region A/English version of the same set that’s been available in German(y)'?

[MifuneFan]

I imagine it will be identical to the UK set. Perhaps Bill Hunt wasn't aware of that release coming out, and simply referenced the complete set form Germany. That would also explain why he mentions this being a "Region A/English" release despite the fact that the UK release will be Region A friendly, and of course English too.

[NoirFan]

Well, that's disappointing. At least there won't be any ratings logos, obviously.

[OneBuckFilms]

We'll see what happens when it hits. This will be a fantastic supplement to the rebooted Galactica Blu-rays.

Just getting this show in HD will be awesome.

[ApolloOne]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

the UK release will be Region A friendly

Is it completely Region A friendly? I ask because the extras on the German set are 25 fps, which would be completely fine in a UK release. So I'm wondering if the UK release extras will be 25 or 30 fps.

[thegrunter]

What about "Galactica 1980?" Dammit.

[CaptainYoda]

Originally Posted by thegrunter

What about "Galactica 1980?" Dammit.

I think it is best to pretend that never happened.

[OneBuckFilms]

Originally Posted by thegrunter

What about "Galactica 1980?" Dammit.

If it matches the German set, if memory serves, it was included there.

I'd like to have it, simply for completeness and "The Return of Starbuck".

[McCrutchy]

Originally Posted by ApolloOne

Is it completely Region A friendly? I ask because the extras on the German set are 25 fps, which would be completely fine in a UK release. So I'm wondering if the UK release extras will be 25 or 30 fps.

Yes, the UK set is also coming out in Japan, which is a 60Hz country like the US and Canada (and obviously, also Region A).

[AmishParadise]

I purchased the German set when it first came out. Feel free to hit up the link in my signature if you'd like to check out the episode guide I worked up for it. That being said, I did enjoy listening to the various Galacticon 2003 panels per the bonus disc (DVD). If the same disc is included in the US release just keep in mind we're talking about extremely poor camcorder footage (MPEG-2 720x576). The audio of course is what's most important and it's clear enough where one doesn't have to struggle to hear what's being said though some may occasionally need to crank up the volume to hear certain questions being asked. Rundown on the bonus disc provided in the German set shown below.

GALACTICON 2003 (DVD)

GLEN LARSONS OPENING PANELS
Richard Hatch [21:28]
Dirk Benedict [45:52]
Ron Moore [11:31]
Terry Carter [18:43]
Noah Hathaway [16:02]
Stu Phillips [10:01]

CAST PANEL [52:43]
Richard Hatch, Dirk Benedict, Terry Carter, Herb Jefferson Jr., Laurette Spang, Anne Lockhart, Patrick Macnee, Sarah Rush, Dick Durock & Ron Kelly

LADIES PANEL [37:20]
Kaurette Spang, Anne Lockhart, Sarah Rush & Britt Eckland

TOM DeSANTONS GALACTICA GALERY

And I don't own this myself, but there was a DVD released back in 2005 (Galacticon: 25th Anniversary Celebration) which presumably offers the same GALACTICON 2003 footage, the running time being about 25 minutes longer though.

[filmmusic]

I have never seen this series. Is it good?
i LOVED Star Trek TOS. is it in the same level?

[Rich65]

No, but it is a fun series. like most shows there are some painful episodes but when it was good it was very good.

[GrouchoFan]

Originally Posted by filmmusic

I have never seen this series. Is it good?
i LOVED Star Trek TOS. is it in the same level?

It is much, much closer to Star WARS than it is to Star TREK.

[Thomas Guycott]

Originally Posted by GrouchoFan

It is much, much closer to Star WARS than it is to Star TREK.

It's basically a lazy, confused version of Star Wars.

[Show spoiler]And I say this as someone who likes the show a lot.

[Pulp Hero]

Well this is great news. I've long intended to get the original BG series on DVD but kept putting it off, now I'll just wait for the blu-ray release.

Okay Universal, let's get the ball rolling; I want to hear about region A blu-ray releases for Buck Rogers in the 25th Century and Knight Rider too. And be sure the blu-ray release for Buck Rogers has both the movie and the 2 t.v. episode versions of the pilot.

[petrified-eye]

Originally Posted by OneBuckFilms

If it matches the German set, if memory serves, it was included there.

I'd like to have it, simply for completeness and "The Return of Starbuck".

Yes, Galactica 1980 is included in the German set. I remember being quite moved as a kid because of that last episode.

[StingingVelvet]

Might blind buy this. I'm a huge sci-fi fan and fan of shows from the same time period but I never got around to trying Galactica. Might be the time, assuming a friendly price point.