The Rebel (1961) & The Punch and Judy Man (1962)

[fatboyslim142]

Tony Hancock in HD:
The Rebel & The Punch and Judy Man

With half a decade of successful radio and TV series to his credit it was time for British comedy legend Tony Hancock to make the move into films, a step that would see Hancock aiming high, with ambitions to make it as an international star.

A whole new audience of appreciative comedy fans, as well as those already familiar with the films, will be delighted with our brand-new HD restorations of both The Rebel and The Punch and Judy Man – the former being one of Hancock's last collaborations with celebrated British comedy scriptwriting duo Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Enjoy!

https://networkonair.com/coming-soon...l-the-blu-ray-

https://networkonair.com/coming-soon...n-the-blu-ray-

[SymbioticFunction]

Great news.

[CinemaScope]

Yup, great news about The Rebel (not bothered about The Punch & Judy Man). Thanks Network.

...so there's Summer Holiday just released (I haven't had a chance to buy it yet), The System & then The Rebel, & there was the Woodfall box & Room At The Top. Keep them British films a'coming

[SymbioticFunction]

Received both of these today. Just had a sneak peek and both bds look fantastic.

[Woody8]

Originally Posted by SymbioticFunction

Received both of these today. Just had a sneak peek and both bds look fantastic.

Are there any extras?

[Vault of Horror]

I've only got The Rebel which has a limited edition book of a film script written by Galton & Simpson which Hancock rejected. The type is very small so you'll either need eyes with a zoom function or a magnifying glass to read it. The only other extras are a trailer and image gallery.

[SymbioticFunction]

Punch and Judy Man just has a trailer and image gallery. I don't mind the lack of extras considering the price (they're both 11.50 each with free shipping if ordered from the Network site - quite a fair price for beautifully restored films that are new to blu-ray).

[lemonski]

Originally Posted by Vault of Horror

I've only got The Rebel which has a limited edition book of a film script written by Galton & Simpson which Hancock rejected. The type is very small so you'll either need eyes with a zoom function or a magnifying glass to read it. The only other extras are a trailer and image gallery.

I didn’t have any trouble reading the book, but the thickness of the Blu ray case is ridiculous. The book is so heavy it broke off the two plastic tabs that hold it. Anyone happen to know if there’s an off the shelf replacement case that size that would have clips? I emailed Network, but......crickets

[Douglas R]

Originally Posted by SymbioticFunction

Punch and Judy Man just has a trailer and image gallery. I don't mind the lack of extras considering the price (they're both 11.50 each with free shipping if ordered from the Network site - quite a fair price for beautifully restored films that are new to blu-ray).

Punch and Judy Man also has a facsimile of the publicity campaign booklet (at least mine did) but the text is too small to read - even with a magnifying glass!

[Aclea]

They're designed by Lilliputians for Lilliputians, incredible shrinking men and women or Fantastic Voyagers.

FWIW if you search around you can find the script for The Day Off online if you want to read it.

[cheapie112]

WARNING

I bought The Rebel a couple of weeks ago. My blu-ray player (an LG) won't play it at all, and just says it's 'not readable'

Exactly the same happens with my friend's player (a Samsung)

However, my neighbour's player (a Sony) WILL play it!!??

All the relevant firmware is up to date.

I've contacted Network about this, but they don't reply.

[Modman]

Originally Posted by cheapie112

WARNING

I bought The Rebel a couple of weeks ago. My blu-ray player (an LG) won't play it at all, and just says it's 'not readable'

Exactly the same happens with my friend's player (a Samsung)

However, my neighbour's player (a Sony) WILL play it!!??

All the relevant firmware is up to date.

I've contacted Network about this, but they don't reply.

Have you requested a replacement?

[SymbioticFunction]

I did use a Sony player (UBP X700) to watch both of these.

[cheapie112]

Originally Posted by Modman

Have you requested a replacement?

I have and they've now replied saying it's "a compatibility issue" (d'oh!) and that a replacement would only do the same thing...
They've offered a refund but I'd rather see the film...

[Modman]

Originally Posted by cheapie112

I have and they've now replied saying it's "a compatibility issue" (d'oh!) and that a replacement would only do the same thing...
They've offered a refund but I'd rather see the film...

A compatibility issue that's a suitably vague answer which could mean all manner of things.

If there was a compatibility issue with some or all LG and Samsung players you think that would be important enough to advise customers.

[BarnDoor]

Apparently code TBFGuide19 will get you 10% off these two at Network (it doesn't work with other titles, at least the ones I tried).

[CelestialAgent]

Great to see more former Network titles staying in print through StudioCanal.

https://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=35695

[Hammerlover]

I hope we get a new release of UNEARTHLY STRANGER with an improved master; the current BD is showing its age.