New Releases for June 5th, 2007
Interesting movies this week include The Messengers, Norbit (Why, Eddie, why?), Maxed Out, The Prisoner or: How I Planned to Kill Tony Blair, Rescue Me: Season 3, Larry the Cable Guy: Morning Constitutions, The Future We Will Create: Inside the World of TED, Ghosts of Abu Ghraib, Seinfeld: Season 8, The Glamorous Life of Sachiko Hanai, Henry Rollins: Live Uncut from NYC, Robin Hood: Season 1, and The Mr. Magoo Show: Complete Collection.
Continue reading for the full list of new releases this week (167).
The Messengers When Roy and Denise Solomon (Dylan McDermott and Penelope Ann Miller) move onto a run-down North Dakota sunflower farm with their daughter Jess (Kristen Stewart), they plan to renovate it and live a simple country life. But as the dilapidated farm begins to revive, Denise and Jess start to notice alarming changes in Roy's behavior. Soon, the family is overtaken by fear and suspicion. John Corbett co-stars in this chilling horror flick.
Norbit After being bullied into marrying an overbearing woman (played by Eddie Murphy in drag), mild-mannered Norbit (also portrayed by Murphy) meets the girl of his dreams (Thandie Newton) in this screwball romantic comedy. The only question is, can Norbit find a way to ditch his repulsive spouse and be with his true love? Directed by Brian Robbins, the film also stars Cuba Gooding Jr. and Eddie Griffin.
Maxed Out Investigating both the personal and the national debt owed by Americans, this thought-provoking documentary explores the staggering financial burden we live with every day and exposes how the contemporary financial industry is set up in ways that can harm unwitting customers. With both sobering facts and black humor, Maxed Out unveils the consequences of our debt addiction, including its contribution to the vanishing of the American middle class.
The Prisoner or: How I Planned to Kill Tony Blair In 2003, Iraqi journalist Yunis Abbas was taken from his home by American soldiers and detained at Abu Ghraib prison on suspicion of planning to assassinate Tony Blair. Only thing is, he was innocent. Through his months-long ordeal played out like a comedy of errors, Yunis learned the true meaning of liberation. His unique story is told via co-director Michael Tucker's footage, Yunis's home videos and illustrations by co-director Petra Epperlein.
Rescue Me: Season 3 Actor-comedian Denis Leary scores an Emmy nomination as firefighter Tommy Gavin in this hit FX dramedy he also co-created following the day-to-day struggles of a crew of New York City heroes. The show's third season finds Franco (Daniel Sunjata) in the arms of an aggressive older woman (Susan Sarandon) and the whole crew taking heat from an angry Rev. Al Sharpton when they respond to a Harlem tragedy.
Eating Out 2: Sloppy Seconds After breaking up with his boyfriend, rebounding college student Kyle (Jim Verraros) turns his attention to Troy, a handsome male model in his art class. Farm boy Troy claims to be straight, but an unconvinced Kyle decides to take him to a campus support group for "reformed" gays to find out the truth. Kyle's silly attempts to prove that Troy is gay lead to a series of confusing hookups and farcical situations.
I Like Killing Flies Documentarian Matt Mahurin peers into Shopsin's, a hole-in-the-wall Greenwich Village restaurant that's been dutifully serving comfort food to satisfied customers for more than 30 years. Lording over the eatery is hilarious, ersatz philosopher/owner Kenny Shopsin, who caters to such regulars as writer Calvin Trillin. Shopsin dispenses tough love with his okra chowder and is just as likely to throw out customers as take their food orders.
Larry the Cable Guy: Morning Constitutions He's one of the stars of the hit "Blue Collar TV," and now, Larry the Cable Guy shares his views on bowling shoes, Wal-Mart, toddlers, steak and pie. Larry has performed sold-out shows across the country, keeping audiences rolling in the aisles with his trademark "Git-R-Done!" This live concert includes never-before-seen material from the "Morning Constitutions" tour.
Highlander: The Search for Vengeance Fierce Scottish warrior Colin MacLeod seeks revenge against Marcus Octavius -- the tyrant who murdered MacLeod's ladylove centuries earlier -- in this animated continuation of the cult favorite film franchise. Aided by mysterious femme fatale Dahlia and smart-aleck spirit Amergan, MacLeod sets off on a time-traveling quest to hunt down and crush his immortal archenemy. Will MacLeod succeed, or will his seething hatred destroy him?
Secrets of the Code Actress Susan Sarandon narrates this feature-length documentary that explores the controversy and widespread effects spawned by Dan Brown's runaway best-seller The Da Vinci Code. Based on Dan Burstein's book, the film also looks into Mary Magdalene's real identity, the quest for the Holy Grail, secretive organizations such as Opus Dei and more. Prominent theologians, academics, scientists and historians share their insights.
The Future We Will Create: Inside the World of TED Hailed "the hottest gathering in the world" by Wired magazine, TED (Technology Entertainment Design) is an annual event where an eclectic group of brilliant minds exchange bold ideas for the future. Actress Daphne Zuniga is your host on this all-access tour of the conference. Guests include former Vice President Al Gore, musician Peter Gabriel, environmentalist Majora Carter, as well as comedians, authors and innovators from around the world.
Ghosts of Abu Ghraib Blending interviews with the perpetrators, witnesses and victims involved in the notorious Abu Ghraib scandal of 2003, director Rory Kennedy (daughter of slain U.S. politician Robert F. Kennedy) offers an inside look at what really went on inside the walls of the infamous Iraqi prison. This Sundance selection seeks to tell the stories behind the now-iconic photos depicting hooded prisoners, U.S. soldiers and humiliating acts.
Chicago Massacre: Richard Speck In this fact-based account of the Chicago Massacre, Corin Nemec plays the infamous Richard Speck -- the man who on July 14, 1966, took nine student nurses hostage and raped, beat and stabbed them in what would become one of the bloodiest mass murders in American history. Also starring in this Michael Feifer-penned true-crime saga are Andrew Divoff, Tony Todd and scream queen Debbie Rochon.
The 4 Musketeers Alexandre Dumas's classic adventure tale gets a supernatural twist in this French film that has a young D'Artagnan witnessing the sinister Milady Winter making a pact with the devil. Now an adult, D'Artagnan must turn to his musketeer allies to save France from the queen's evil reign. Emmanuelle Béart, Tchéky Karyo, Vincent Elbaz, Grégori Derangère and Heino Ferch co-star in this Pierre Aknine-directed drama.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Bikini Bottom Adventures SpongeBob and the rest of the Bikini Bottom gang embark on a new series of undersea adventures in the seven episodes featured here. SpongeBob and Squidward find themselves starring in an instructional video on boating techniques; Plankton tries to freeze the Krusty Krab; SpongeBob and Patrick have a hair-raising roller-coaster ride; and more.
Dante's Cove: Season 2 Several new characters join the cast for the second season of the supernatural gay melodrama, including bad boy Kai (German Santiago); sex club operator Colin (Dylan Vox); Marco (Gabriel Romero), who owns the hot new bar H2Eau; and Diana (Thea Gill), who has a secret connection to Grace (Tracy Scoggins) and Ambrosius (William Gregory Lee). Meanwhile, Van (Nadine Heimann) apprentices herself to Grace in order to learn her mystical secrets.
Seinfeld: Season 8 As the eighth season of this Emmy-winning sitcom opens, Jerry (Jerry Seinfeld), George (Jason Alexander), Elaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) and Kramer (Michael Richards) are all about to embark on fresh starts of their own. George is newly single after the unfortunate demise of his fiancée, Jerry's fresh on the heels of his own fractured engagement, Elaine takes over as president of J Peterman, and Kramer finds perspective through karate.
Fired! Once unceremoniously axed by Oscar-winning director Woody Allen, actress Annabelle Gurwitch examines the good, the bad and the ugly sides of getting canned in this cathartic documentary. While celebrity interviews include Tim Allen, Anne Meara, Illeana Douglas, Fred Willard and Sarah Silverman, Gurwitch's introspective journey also turns the spotlight on General Motors workers and other everyday people who've landed in the unemployment line.
Fantastic Voyage In this sci-fi drama, a group of medical experts miniaturize themselves and their specialized vehicle and then enter the body of a renowned scientist to remove a blood clot in the man's brain that's threatening to kill him. But one member of the rescue team has a more sinister agenda. Stephen Boyd, Raquel Welch, James Brolin, Edmond O'Brien and Donald Pleasence star. The film won Oscars for Best Color Art Direction and Best Visual Effects.
The Dead Zone: Season 5 As Season 5 of this series based on the Stephen King novel opens, reluctant psychic Johnny Smith (Anthony Michael Hall) is racing to stop a wedding he knows will have disastrous consequences. From there, the adventures continue as Johnny tries to prevent a fatal multicar collision he's foreseen, pursues a would-be vice presidential assassin, gets drawn into a bank robbery, helps investigate a hate crime and more.
Big Bad Wolf A rowdy group of college students eager to get wild and crazy persuades their classmate Derek Cowley to invite them to his stepfather's incredible secluded cabin. The coeds party it up with great delight -- until they're attacked by a vicious werewolf that rapes, murders … and cracks bad jokes. This gore-filled horror film provides plenty of bloody mayhem, including decapitations, throat rips and even castration.
Mission: Impossible: Season 2 The Impossible Missions Force is back for more dangerous assignments, elaborate plots and amazing disguises in the second season of this popular series. Jim Phelps (Peter Graves) takes over as the team's head, and no matter how many tapes self-destruct in a cloud of smoke, he never declines a mission. Highlights from this season include busting a modern slavery ring, exposing a neo-Nazi plot and uncovering an African counterfeiter.
CHiPs: Season 1 California Highway Patrol motorcycle officers Jon Baker (Larry Wilcox) and Frank "Ponch" Poncherello (Erik Estrada) keep order on the freeways of Los Angeles in this popular television series that debuted in 1977. The guys deal with difficult motorists, a chemical spill, an abandoned baby, beautiful traffic jam-causing models and more. Robert Pine co-stars as Sgt. Joe Getraer; guest stars include Broderick Crawford and Gerald McRaney.
The Glamorous Life of Sachiko Hanai When call girl Sachiko Hanai (Emi Kuroda) gets shot in the head, she not only survives, she emerges with psychic powers and a genius IQ. Soon, the slut turned brainiac is living a life of danger, having unwittingly walked off with George W. Bush's finger. With the president's fingerprint all that's needed to launch a nuclear missile, just about every spy in the world is after the digit -- and Sachiko -- in this surreal sexploitation romp.
Comedy Club Greats Get ready for nonstop laughter as comics Jerry Seinfeld, Adam Sandler, Dave Attell, Max Alexander, Dan Rosen, Rob Rubin and many others take the stage in this gut-busting collection of classic comedy club performances. It's stand-up at its very best, and you've got a front-row seat. Also featured are Mark Schiff, Carol Siskind, Bruce Smirnoff, Stanley Ullman, Barry Weintraub and Dennis Wolfberg.
Jamie Foxx Presents: America's Funniest Comics: Vol. 2 Jamie Foxx kicks it with some of the country's funniest young talents in this second volume of stand-up comedy acts recorded before a live audience at Laffapalooza, Atlanta's premier comedy and arts festival, while Cedric the Entertainer serves as the hilarious host. These young lions of comedy, many of whom were handpicked to perform by Foxx himself, strike hard at the funny bone with this crop of fresh, outrageous material.
Welcome Home Roxy Carmichael Fifteen years after blowing out of town to become a celebrity, Roxy Carmichael is rumored to be coming home to sleepy Clyde, Ohio. As the excited residents eagerly prepare for her return, Roxy's old boyfriend (Jeff Daniels) must reexamine the past, while quirky teen Dinky Bossetti (Winona Ryder) feels sure that Roxy is her mother. Frances Fisher, Dinah Manoff, Laila Robins and Thomas Wilson Brown co-star in this offbeat drama directed by Jim Abrahams.
Fail Safe Directed by Stephen Frears, this made-for-TV remake of Sidney Lumet's 1964 Cold War nail-biter follows U.S. officials in a race to stop nuclear war from breaking out after a technical malfunction. The all-star cast includes Don Cheadle, Harvey Keitel, Noah Wyle, Sam Elliott and executive producer George Clooney, who plays the commander mistakenly sent to bomb Russia. Richard Dreyfuss, James Cromwell, Brian Dennehy and Hank Azaria co-star.
How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (And Enjoy It) Joe Angio's award-winning documentary chronicles the remarkable career of influential African-American filmmaker Melvin Van Peebles. Through archival footage and interviews, the film traces Van Peebles's life as a director, Air Force pilot, actor, musician, novelist and stock trader. Spike Lee, Gil Scott-Heron, Gordon Parks and son Mario Van Peebles are among the admirers who discuss the artist's contributions to film and other areas.
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari Evil hypnotist Dr. Caligari (Daamen J. Krall) arrives at a small-town carnival with an amazing act in which he appears to control a clairvoyant sleepwalker (Doug Jones) -- but when a string of murders ensues, it's clear that all is not what it seems. Director David Lee Fisher's inventive remake of the silent German expressionist film features a contemporary cast performing against digitally restored backgrounds from the 1919 classic.
Hurricane on the Bayou Narrated by Meryl Streep, this poignant documentary explores the culture and environment of Louisiana both before and after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Included are a look at how the lives of a group of New Orleans musicians were drastically changed and a report on Louisiana's vanishing wetlands. Originally created for exhibition in IMAX theaters, Hurricane on the Bayou features stunning cinematography.
Black Woman's Guide to Finding a Good Man Hoping to meet Mr. Right, African-American women wind up with some of the world's biggest losers in Jean Claude LaMarre's hilarious dating guide. Framed around cautionary tales of women who manage to land Mr. Wrong, this cheeky comedy highlights dating mistakes and illuminates the way to finding the elusive good man. Garry Guerrier, Jakquelyn Scott, John Jean, Kristian Bernard Kelly and Malik Barnhardt co-star.
Air Force Hop in the cockpit and brace yourself for aerial adventure with this rousing Howard Hawks-directed World War II drama. En route to Hawaii, the crew of a B-17 "flying fortress" witnesses the Pearl Harbor attack from above. Reassigned to Manila, the crew (which includes John Garfield, Arthur Kennedy and Harry Carey) then sees plenty of action in several savage battles in the Pacific. The movie won an Oscar for its editing.
The Most Powerful Families in Wrestling Professional wrestling has produced its share of legends who've left their mark on the sport -- and paved the way for future generations of bone-crushing superstars. This video homage, which features interviews and footage of classic bouts, looks at the ring's dynasties. Profiled are The Rock and his family, along with the Von Erichs, Funks, Harts, Guerreros, Ortons, Gagnes, Colons, DiBiases, Lawlers and, of course, the McMahons.
Pride FC: Pride Fighting Legacy: Vol. 4 You'll have a ringside seat for all the high-octane action with this knockout collection of Pride Fighting matches. With their mixed martial arts format combining judo, karate, jujitsu, kickboxing and wrestling, the gladiators always put on a stupendous show. The compilation features some of the sport's baddest bone-crunching brawlers, including Wanderlei Silva, Fedor Emelianenko, Renzon Gracie, Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic, Don Frye and more.
The Sweeney: Series 1 The Flying Squad, an elite branch of London's police force, takes on organized crime in this gritty cop show from the United Kingdom. Detective Inspector Jack Regan (John Thaw) is willing to do whatever it takes to bring down the bad guys, but his approach often rankles his by-the-book partner, George Carter (Dennis Waterman). The groundbreaking 1970s series sees the two heading a team that often goes undercover in England's dangerous underworld.
Survivorman In this harrowing reality series, "Survivorman" Les Stroud travels to far-flung locales with not much more than the clothes on his back and 50 pounds of camera equipment to battle -- and try to survive -- insanely harsh conditions. Stroud spends a grueling week alone in each brutal environment, including a Costa Rican jungle; the frigid Arctic Circle; the arid Sonora Desert; and gator-infested wetlands in Georgia.
A Cold Day in Hell Womanizing frat boy Rich Bradford (Richard Scudney) is in for the shock of his life when he learns that his latest conquest, the beautiful yet mysterious Erica (Pamela Paige), is in fact his former frat brother Eric. Directed by Christopher Picone, this low-budget independent comedy also stars Jonathan Lay.
Silverwing Centuries after a warring animal world split into two factions -- birds that ruled the skies and beasts that walked the earth -- an impetuous young bat named Shade Silverwing violates an ancient treaty. As punishment for his act, he's forced to fly into the light to fight for his species' survival. Thirteen installments of the innovative animated series (based on Kenneth Oppel's best-selling literary trilogy) are included.
The Fall Guy: Season 1 Lee Majors stars as Hollywood stuntman and bounty hunter Colt Seavers in this long-running 1980s television series. Joined by his cousin Howie Munson (Douglas Barr) and sexy Jody Banks (Heather Thomas), Colt often uses his stunt expertise to catch the bad guys in spectacular fashion. The galaxy of famous guest stars in the debut season includes James Coburn, Robert Wagner, Heather Locklear, Hervé Villechaize, Jamie Farr and Buddy Hackett.
Prehistoric Park: The Complete Television Event Travel back in time millions of years with adventurer Nigel Marven, whose task is to track down dinosaurs and bring them back to the present day. At Prehistoric Park, Marven and his team of trained animal handlers will care for these magnificent and dangerous creatures. Amazing effects in this impressive series seamlessly merge dinosaurs and real actors, who explain how the beasts fit into the food chain, both in their time and in our own.
Henry Rollins: Live Uncut from NYC Filmed live in New York City during his 2006 spoken word tour, this performance showcases Henry Rollins at his best as he offers his uncensored -- and sometimes outrageous -- observations on politics, popular culture and his various exploits. Known for his provocative opinions and entertaining stage persona, Rollins is also a Grammy-winning alternative rocker, a radio and television personality, an author and an actor.
The Absence of Light When a scientist's ingenious discovery becomes the object of desire for two shadowy organizations hell-bent on destruction, the future of mankind hangs in the balance. Now, it's up to two burned-out assassins, Puritan (Richard Conant) and Sultan (Eric Thornsberry), to protect the scientist and keep his project from falling into the wrong hands. This campy low-budget thriller also stars horror icons Tony Todd (Candyman) and Tom Savini (Grindhouse).
Bill / Bill on His Own Legendary actor Mickey Rooney stars as Bill Sackter, a mentally disabled man released from an institution after a lifelong stay to see if he can survive on his own in the big city. Taken in by a kind family, Bill must prove he can keep up with society -- or risk being forced to return to the institution. Directed by Anthony Page, this made-for-TV drama and its sequel also stars Dennis Quaid, Edie McClurg, Helen Hunt and Teresa Wright.
Celestial Clockwork Hoping to parlay her vocal talents into a career as an opera star, runaway bride Ana Mendoza (Ariadna Gil) boards a plane to Paris in this fanciful Cinderella tale. But when her envious new roommate Céleste (Arielle Dombasle) pulls every trick in the book to derail Ana's plans, her crusty voice coach, a tetchy lesbian shrink and a psychic gay waiter conspire to help Ana realize her dream. The cast also includes Evelyne Didi and Frédéric Longbois.
To the Ends of the Earth Stuck on a long sea voyage to Australia in 1812, Edmund Talbot (Benedict Cumberbatch) is a naive young aristocrat whose haughty manner rubs everyone the wrong way. But within the cramped vessel, Talbot soon learns how to navigate the waters of every social class. On the lengthy passage, he must deal with seasickness, a hostile captain and the French, who would be happy to sink the ship. This TV miniseries is based on a trilogy by William Golding.
Red Mercury Fleeing the authorities, three desperate members of a terrorist cell take over a swank London restaurant and hold the unsuspecting occupants hostage, placing restaurant owner Penelope (Stockard Channing) at the heart of a deadly standoff between disorganized terrorists and an overzealous police squad. Directed by Roy Battersby, this topical thriller also stars Ron Silver, Alex Caan, Pete Postlethwaite and Juliet Stevenson.
Distortion When his girlfriend (Sara Lahti) is kidnapped, a drug-addicted ex-cop (Kirk Fogg) must overcome his demons and face the sobering task of tracking her down before it's too late. His story dismissed by the police, he's left with no choice but to rely on his own detective skills in a high-stakes race against time. Jack Rubio, Corbin Timbrook, Art Chudabala and Grant Reynolds co-star in this dark thriller.
The Cosby Show: Season 4 Brooklyn's funniest family returns for a fourth season of "The Cosby Show." Cliff (Bill Cosby) and Clair (Phylicia Rashad) try to keep their sanity while Sondra (Sabrina Le Beauf) and Elvin (Geoffrey Owens) struggle with their first year of marriage and Rudy (Keshia Knight Pulliam), Theo (Malcolm-Jamal Warner) and Vanessa (Tempestt Bledsoe) exert their independence at home. Guest stars include Adam Sandler and Lisa Bonet (returning as Denise).
The Cosby Show: Season 3 Bill Cosby returns as long-suffering Cliff Huxtable for an award-winning third season. With Denise away at college, the Huxtables still have their hands full, as Rudy (Keshia Knight Pulliam) finds a stray dog, Theo (Malcolm-Jamal Warner) starts a prank war with his father, and Vanessa (Tempestt Bledsoe) clashes with Clair (Phylicia Rashad) over just about everything. Plus, on Cliff's birthday, we learn about "Things That Are Older Than Dad."
Max & Ruby: Summertime with Max & Ruby In this collection of episodes from the enchanting animated series based on Rosemary Wells' children's books, brother-and-sister bunnies Max and Ruby face a few bumps in their relationship even as they enjoy summertime's delights. Unhappy with Ruby's bossiness, impish 3-year-old Max often gets into mischief, but the siblings always resolve their differences in these fun-filled stories geared toward preschoolers.
The Henry Rollins Show: Season 1 Multifaceted Henry Rollins plays host for this hip chat show covering everything from music and movies to politics and pop culture. Jam-packed with fascinating interviews, film reviews and eclectic musical performances, the uninhibited series offers an alternative to the typical late-night fare. Guests include Ozzy Osbourne, Jeff Bridges, Billy Bob Thornton, Oliver Stone, Matt Dillon, Eddie Izzard and Bill Maher.
The Bill: Series 1 From bomb threats and armed robbery to paperwork and office politics, this acclaimed series follows the daily ups and downs of police officers at London's Sun Hill Station. The popular show portrays officers fighting crime on the job and trying to manage their complicated personal lives when off-duty. Debuting in 1984, "The Bill" is one of the U.K.'s longest-running series, and the format has been used for several hit shows in the United States.
Hogan's Heroes: Season 6 In the final season of the classic comedy, Col. Hogan (Bob Crane) and his fellow World War II prisoners haven't let up in their clever and hilarious schemes to outwit clueless Col. Klink (Werner Klemperer) and Sgt. Schultz (John Banner). Some of their efforts to sabotage the Nazis involve Hogan posing as a brilliant artist, LeBeau (Robert Clary) pretending to be a fortune-teller and Newkirk (Richard Dawson) masquerading as a general's wife.
Deadly Voyage Seeking asylum in France, nine Ghanaians find danger at sea when they stow away on a Ukrainian cargo ship in this thriller. Aware of France's tough stance on illegal immigration, the captain (Joss Ackland) orders his crew to hunt down and kill the stowaways, forcing Ofusu (Omar Epps) and his compatriots into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. Sean Pertwee, David Suchet and Jean-Claude La Marre co-star in this HBO-produced nail-biter.
The Infiltrator Oliver Platt heads the cast as investigative reporter Yaron Svoray, who travels to Germany to research an article about neo-Nazis. Seizing an opportunity when he's taken for a sympathizer, he goes undercover and learns that the ties between the group and Adolf Hitler run deeper than anyone suspects. Peter Riegert, Julian Glover, Alan King and Tony Haygarth also star in this made-for-cable thriller based on Svoray's book In Hitler's Shadow.
Doctor Who: Logopolis The Fourth Doctor (Tom Baker) makes his final appearance in this installment of the cult sci-fi series, which finds the leader and his companions in the mathematical city of Logopolis, where they team up with their mortal enemy, the Master (Anthony Ainley), in a desperate race to save the universe. Extras include a making-of documentary, commentary, interviews and much more. Matthew Waterhouse, Sarah Sutton and Janet Fielding co-star.
Doctor Who: Castrovalva The Fifth Doctor (Peter Davison) makes his debut in this installment of the cult sci-fi series, which follows the team into the mysterious land of Castrovalva. In desperate need of further regeneration, the doctor leads his companions to Castrovalva for some much-needed rest, unaware that an enemy lies in wait. Extras include featurettes, deleted scenes, a music video and much more. Matthew Waterhouse, Sarah Sutton and Janet Fielding co-star.
Ambushed Black cop Jerry Robinson (Courtney B. Vance) and the racist 12-year-old son (Jeremy Lelliott) of a slain Ku Klux Klan leader become unlikely allies in this taut action thriller set in a small Southern town. When Robinson finds himself framed for the killing, he's forced to safeguard the boy -- who's the lone eyewitness to the murder. The supporting cast includes Virginia Madsen, William Forsythe and David Keith.
Doctor Who: The Keeper of Traken In this installment of the cult sci-fi series, the Fourth Doctor (Tom Baker) and young Adric (Matthew Waterhouse) head to peaceful Traken, but the trip turns dangerous when the evil Melkur arrives on the planet, and they learn of the impending death of the ever-protective Keeper. Extras include a making-of documentary, commentary, interviews and much more. Anthony Ainley, Sarah Sutton and Sheila Ruskin co-star.
What's New Scooby-Doo?: Season 2 Shaggy, Velma, Daphne and Fred return -- along with lovable dog detective Scooby-Doo -- to do some serious sleuthing for a second season of the popular updated cartoon series. As the gang globe-trots to Greece, Egypt, Tokyo, Transylvania, the South Pole and other exotic locales, they run into a battery of creepy creatures -- including ghosts, monsters, vampires, mummies, zombies, a fiend known as the San Franpsycho and an invisible madman.
Robin Hood: Season 1 With a modern sensibility, this first season of the BBC's groundbreaking series follows Robin of Locksley (Jonas Armstrong) as he returns from the Crusades to claim his family estate. With the land under the thumb of the ruthless Sheriff of Nottingham (Keith Allen) and his sadistic deputy, Guy of Gisborne (Richard Armitage), Robin becomes history's greatest vigilante. Lucy Griffiths is Robin's love, Maid Marian, in this rollicking adventure.
Path to Paradise This gripping docudrama recounts how global terrorism first arrived in the United States with the bombing of New York City's World Trade Center in 1993. Chronicling events preceding the attack, the film traces not only the motivations and actions of the Islamic extremists plotting to blow up targets across the city, but also the FBI's response -- and missteps. Peter Gallagher, Marcia Gay Harden, Paul Guilfoyle and Allison Janney star.
Wait Till Your Father Gets Home: Season 1 Step back into the 1970s with this classic cartoon following conservative businessman Harry Boyle (voiced by Tom Bosley) as he tries to understand his evolving family during the Age of Aquarius. Housewife Irma (Joan Gerber) is beginning to spread her wings, along with kids Chet, Alice and Jamie (David Hayward, Kristina Holland and Jackie Earle Haley), while the family tackles such far-out phenomena as hippies, the draft and the generation gap.
36 Hours In this World War II thriller, Maj. Pike (James Garner) awakens in a hospital suffering from amnesia. He's told that D-Day occurred five years ago and is asked pointed questions about the event by his doctor (Rod Taylor). But what Pike doesn't know is that D-Day is in 36 hours, and he's actually in enemy hands. Oscar winner Eva Marie Saint plays Pike's "wife" in this taut drama based on Roald Dahl's short story "Beware of the Dog."
Passport to Europe: France & Italy You'll immerse yourself in the culture, sights and sounds of France and Italy with this virtual adventure guided by exuberant host Samantha Brown. The excursion through France includes Paris, Cannes and Nice, while the Italian leg of the journey takes you to Florence, Naples, Rome and the picturesque Amalfi Coast. Along the way, you'll stop at Côte d'Azur in Monaco and get a peek at the ultrarich residents' extravagant lifestyles.
The Mr. Magoo Show: Complete Collection This charming collection of episodes from the long-running television series follows the hijinks of the lovably myopic Mr. Magoo (voiced by actor Jim Backus), who made his on-screen debut in 1949 in animated shorts aired in theaters. Wherever he goes, Mr. Magoo manages to wreak havoc -- but the mayhem springs from a place of innocence, as it's all a product of Magoo's inability to see clearly without his misplaced spectacles.
Tekkaman Blade: Vol. 2 The Space Knights continue to wage war against invading Radam aliens in these action-packed episodes of the sci-fi anime series. But trouble arises when D-Boy becomes paralyzed during a fierce battle and can't morph into Tekkaman Blade. Meanwhile, his sister, Miyuki, finds herself on the horns of a dilemma after helping Aki: She can either honor her promise to wait for D-Boy or sacrifice herself to save Aki from Tekkaman Axe, Lance and Sword.
The Neptune Factor After an earthquake tears their aquatic research lab from its moorings and hurls it into a trench, a team of scientists realizes they're caught in a death trap -- unless an experimental Navy submersible can reach them in time. Ben Gazzara portrays the rescue vessel's self-assured commander in this undersea sci-fi actioner also starring Walter Pidgeon, Ernest Borgnine, Yvette Mimieux and Donnelly Rhodes.
The Hakkenden: Legend of the Dog Warriors In 15th-century Japan, the Awa clan's Princess Fuse gives birth to eight sons, the product of a union with a spiritual demonic dog. The children grow to become the Hakkenden, fearsome dog warriors who travel the country fighting injustice, battling evil and uniting to avenge the slaughter of their family. This supernatural saga of the samurai era is based on the sprawling serial novel by Kyokutei Bakin.
When They Cry Keiichi is new to the rural town of Hinamizawa and seems to be fitting in well. But on the day of the annual Watanagashi Festival, he discovers a grisly secret: Every year, someone in Hinamizawa is murdered, and another disappears. Soon, Keiichi and his new friends are bound up in the mystery of the festival terror. Each character's story arc is presented as its own tale in this ingenious anime based on the popular visual novels.
Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo Disheartened by the attack on Pearl Harbor and a string of defeats, America badly needs a victory in the early days of World War II. To the rescue comes Air Force Col. Jimmy Doolittle (Spencer Tracy), who devises a daring plan for a bombing raid on the Japanese capital. Van Johnson co-stars as a dedicated flyboy, and Phyllis Thaxter plays his loyal wife in director Mervyn LeRoy's soaring adventure, which won an Oscar for Best Special Effects.
Hell to Eternity When his Japanese-American foster family is sent to an internment camp, young Guy Gabaldon (Jeffrey Hunter) is drafted into the Marines in this war drama based on a true story. A Mexican-American, Guy becomes a hero for his valiant efforts as a Japanese interpreter at the Battle of Saipan. David Janssen and Vic Damone also star. Nicknamed "the Pied Piper of Saipan," Gabaldon was awarded the Navy Cross and the Purple Heart for his heroism.
The Hill At a British World War II military stockade in North Africa, abusive officers force prisoners to endure grueling punishment designed to break them. But after one of the men dies as a result of the brutal treatment, another inmate (Sean Connery) is determined to seek justice. Sidney Lumet directs this taut drama, which won Best Screenplay at Cannes and received a BAFTA for Best Cinematography. Ossie Davis, Harry Andrews and Ian Bannen co-star.
Command Decision Bent on destroying Germany's fighter plane factories, U.S. Brig. Gen. Casey Dennis (Clark Gable) sends one bomber squadron after another on dangerous suicide missions. Convinced that sacrifice is the only means to victory, Dennis hides the emotional strain he suffers from his men and second in command (Walter Pidgeon). Van Johnson, Brian Donlevy and Charles Bickford also star in this World War II drama based on William Wister Haines's stage play.
Hex: Season 1 Shy teenager Cassie (Christina Cole) dreams of hanging out with the popular kids at her British boarding school, but has to make due with her best friend and fellow outcast, Thelma (Jemima Rooper). Everything changes, however, when Cassie discovers she's descended from an ancient supernatural clan and is drawn into a dangerous yet intriguing world. Michael Fassbender, Amber Sainsbury and Jamie Davis co-star in this gothic fantasy from England.
Rachael Ray: Fasta Pasta Bubbly Rachael Ray shares her secrets for making quick, delicious pasta and other Italian fare in this four-episode collection from her show, "30 Minute Meals." From vodka cream pasta and grilled vegetables to broiled lamb chops and bruschetta, these dishes are ideal for entertaining friends, family or that special someone. Other recipes include gemelli with roasted red pepper sauce, mixed greens with Romano cheese crisps, and tortoni sundaes.
Rachael Ray: A Little Spice Is Nice Popular chef Rachel Ray spices it up in this four-episode collection of her series "30 Minute Meals." Ray shows you how to create zesty picnic, exotic Thai and fiery Southwestern dishes, including Rio Grande rub steak, saucy crab cakes, Mexican salad, spicy chicken, carrot raisin salad, chorizo quesadillas and more. Ray's breezy style in the kitchen makes it easy to create mouthwatering dishes in just 30 minutes.
Rachael Ray: Fast & Light You'll learn to whip up deliciously healthy entrées in a jiffy with this four-episode collection from Rachael Ray's popular cooking series, "30 Minute Meals." Her recipes include grilled snapper, Israeli spiced chicken, tuna steaks, asparagus with prosciutto, lemon sorbet and other light fare. With tasty components such as green olive salsa, tomato relish, fresh mint and toasted almonds, Rachael's nutritional dishes don't disappoint.
In Search of a Golden Sky After the deaths of their parents, three siblings reluctantly move into their reclusive uncle's secluded wilderness cabin. They eventually come to love their new life, so when the welfare department tries to move the children to foster homes, the kids and their uncle make a dangerous trek to a distant hideaway. Based on a true story, this action-packed family adventure stars Charles Napier, George "Buck" Flower and Cliff Osmond.
Bruce Springsteen: Live in Dublin Rock legend Bruce Springsteen and the Sessions Band brought down the house at the Point Theater in Dublin, Ireland, in November 2006. This powerful performance film features 23 songs drawn from three nights, a mix of the New Jersey musician's extensive list of classics and new songs that have never been recorded. Highlights include "Blinded by the Light," "Jacob's Ladder," "Pay Me My Money Down" and "Jesse James."
Walk Slim: Fast Start / 3 Fast Miles Walk your way to better health with this energizing three-mile and interval training workout. Set to upbeat music, the program contains mile markers that allow you to walk one, two or the full three miles in the privacy of your own home. Fitness expert Leslie Sansone developed her popular in-home walking series to provide people in any physical condition with a simple and fun way to lose weight and improve their health.
One Third Chris (Ivo Velon) is a young Buddhist monk living a quiet life in New York's East Village. When the pure and spiritual man meets his 18-year-old prostitute neighbor, he becomes preoccupied with the private details of her life and begins a voyeuristic obsession via a peephole in the wall between their apartments. Diana Gitelman co-stars as the tragic neighbor, nicknamed Lotusia -- after the lotus flower -- despite her not-so-innocent lifestyle.
Carnal Eduardo (Federico Bezenzette) and Patricio (Guido Krolovetski) hit it off with a pair of beautiful women, but instead of bacchanalia, the encounter quickly turns into a night of terror when the ladies, Marcel (Alexia Zampano) and Maria (Mara Said), reveal their dark side. The men soon find themselves immersed in a world of horrific torture, vampires and possibly involuntary organ donation.
Seven Days of Grace When Grace (Ria Coyne) inherits her father's struggling restaurant, she desperately tries to rediscover a lost family recipe to revive the business. But her experiments in the kitchen fall flat, and Grace turns to her best friends to help fend off the landlord. The four ladies are willing to do just about anything to raise money, including heading to the racetrack and organizing a lingerie auction, but will it be enough to save the restaurant?
Walk Slim: 4 Fast Miles Walk your way to better health with this energizing four-mile workout. Set to upbeat music, the program provides mile markers that allow you to walk one, two, three or the full four miles. Also included is a bonus one-mile jog. Fitness expert Leslie Sansone developed her popular in-home walking series to provide people in any physical condition with a simple and fun way to lose weight and improve their health.
Bobby Flay: Blazin' Barbecue Grill master Bobby Flay shares his blazin' barbecue secrets and recipes in this collection of three episodes from the outdoor chef's popular cooking series "Boy Meets Grill." Flay shows you how to grill up mouthwatering Mediterranean fish, luscious lamb chops, zesty porterhouse steak with Fra Diavolo sauce and more. After you've mastered those meals, wow them with innovative recipes for grilled pizza and barbecued clams on the half shell.
Bobby Flay: Sizzlin' Menus Outdoor chef extraordinaire Bobby Flay shows you how to create gourmet Caribbean, vegetarian and Mexican meals in this three-episode collection from his popular cooking series "Boy Meets Grill." You'll learn how to grill jerk chicken, curried lobster, artichokes, portobello mushrooms, fish tacos and other recipes. Flay also shows you how to whip up the perfect drinks for a sizzling menu: rum lemonade, fruit spritzers and tequila cocktails.
Invasion of Astro-Monster Aliens from Planet X borrow Godzilla and Rodan, claiming the monsters can help eradicate the ferocious triple-headed Ghidorah. But the extraterrestrials actually intend to invade Earth. Now, American astronaut Glenn (Nick Adams), his fellow space traveler Fuji (Akira Takarada) and brilliant inventor Tetsuo (Akira Kubo) must stop the sinister plot. Directed by Ishirô Honda, this classic sci-fi adventure co-stars Jun Tazaki and Kumi Mizuno.
SportsCentury Greatest Athletes: Barry Bonds This absorbing edition of "SportsCentury" profiles baseball great Barry Bonds and his enormous accomplishments as a 13-time all-star who launched 73 homers in one season. In addition, he's accrued 500 stolen bases and stands on the brink of breaking Hank Aaron's career home-run record. But the controversy swirling around Bonds' suspected steroid use may ultimately tarnish his achievements, his reputation and his legacy.
Ghidorah: The Three Headed Monster Three-headed mutant dragon Ghidorah goes nose to nose with Mothra, Godzilla and Rodan in director Ishirô Honda's classic Japanese monster flick. Released from a meteor that crash-landed, Ghidorah rampages through Tokyo, with Mount Fuji becoming the climactic battleground for a four-beastie smack down when Mothra, Godzilla and Rodan show up. Yosuke Natsuki, Yuriko Hoshi, Akiko Wakabayashi and Takashi Shimura head the cast.
Bobby Flay: Grilling Classics Big-league barbecuer Bobby Flay shows you how to create classic Texan, tandoori and Argentinean recipes in this three-episode collection from the outdoor chef's popular cooking series "Boy Meets Grill." Flay shows you how to cook tandoori marinated Cornish hens, smoked brisket, steaks spiced with chimichurri and more. He doesn't stop at the meat course: Other recipes include grilled peaches, grilled potato salad and rose sangria.
The Hidden Fortress In the beautiful woods surrounding Black Lake, an ugly conflict has been simmering for decades between two rival groups of kids. The Indians have made their base in a massive tree house hidden deep in the forest, while the Conquistadors have made it their mission to sniff out their foes' fortress. The thought-provoking family film, about innocence and trust, shows what happens when parents pass on prejudice to their children.
Mott the Hoople: Under Review Music critics and other influential rock 'n' rollers -- including Mick Jones of the Clash -- weigh in on the oft-unsung contributions of the 1970s English glam band Mott the Hoople in this music-laden career retrospective. Featured songs from the archives include "Honaloochie Boogie," "Roll Away the Stone," "Golden Age of Rock 'n' Roll," "Saturday Gigs," "All the Young Dudes" and "All the Way from Memphis."
The Killers: Leaving Las Vegas From the Killers' first release in 2004, the alternative rock group from Las Vegas made the music world and fans stand and take note. This unauthorized documentary provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Grammy nominees via interviews with band members and their close friends. Also included are never-before-published photos, rare performance footage and extras such as an interactive digital discography and a Killers quiz.
Robin Miller: Weeknight Solutions You'll learn to rustle up quick yet delicious meals during the workweek with this three-episode collection from chef Robin Miller's Food Network cooking series "Quick Fix Meals." Robin demonstrates how to create loaded omelets; chorizo-leek crepes; chicken potpie; oven-baked, herb-crusted chicken; chocolate cake; raspberry-chicken salad; Hawaiian pizza; Monte Cristo sandwiches; and the ever-popular macaroni and cheese.
Robin Miller: Make Ahead Meals Host Robin Miller shares recipes for tasty fare that can be prepared ahead of time in this three-episode collection from her cooking series, "Quick Fix Meals." Entrées from "In the Bag," "Freeze" and "Beef It Up" include linguini with clam sauce, stuffed pork chops, Asian beef salad and baked ziti with turkey sausage. Among Robin's "make ahead" side dishes are fruit compote, orange and fennel salad, quick fix avocado salad and chai tea smoothies.
Justin Timberlake: Just Hanging Out Justin Timberlake fans will feel like insiders with this collection of private moments and never-before-seen footage of the Grammy-winning artist. Follow Timberlake on shopping sprees and to photo shoots. Take a flight on a private jet and kick back with him as he relaxes in the recording studio. This all-access pass gives you a personal look at the superstar, revealing what he's up to when he's not on stage but just hanging out around town.
Schwartz Dynasty This bittersweet comedy sees two women with loved ones to bury join forces in a struggle against cemetery politics. The story revolves around Miryam (Miryam Zohar), who goes against tradition by demanding to be buried next to her disgraced husband, and Ana (Ania Bukstein), who must honor her deceased father's wishes by proving that he was Jewish. Directed by Shmuel and Amir Hasfari, this multilayered Israeli treat co-stars Yehuda Levi.
Glory to Gloriana Gloria, an impoverished orange seller from the country, overcomes countless obstacles -- both personally and professionally -- until she becomes the owner of the Hotel Glorianna in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Kerie-Ann Lewis and Carol Campbell star as the young and adult protagonist, and Rodney Campbell portrays her abusive husband, Milton. This true rags-to-riches tale of Gloria Minto packed theaters in its native Jamaica.
Metallic Blues Hoping to cash in on an American-made car, Israeli auto dealers Shmuel (Avi Kushnir) and Siso (Moshe Ivgy) hit the road for Germany. The pair heads out in the metallic-blue Lincoln limousine that they hope will turn a profit in Deutschland, but the adventure is fraught with roadblocks and clouded with the indelible events of darker times. Dan Verete directs this provocative award-winning Israeli comedy.
Beisbol: The Latin Game Latin American roots run deep in Major League Baseball, and this program reveals the compelling stories behind some of the greatest Latino players from North America, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Featured are Miguel Tejada, David Ortiz, Roberto Clemente, Carlos Beltran, Alex Rodriguez and many others. Actor Esai Morales narrates this fascinating documentary, which was produced in partnership by ESPN, MLB and Chevrolet.
Kenneth Keith Kallenbach: American Icon The outrageous comedy of Kenneth Keith Kallenbach, a "Howard Stern Show" Wack Pack alum, is showcased in this collection of his most entertaining skits and pranks. Featured are never-before-seen sketches and shorts from early in Kallenbach's 20-year career, as well as his uproarious stand-up routine. Listen in on his crazy phony phone calls and to his musical project, the Kenneth Keith Kallenbach Band.
Gil Scott-Heron: Paris Concert Before there was rap music, there was the poetry of Gil Scott-Heron set to soulful melodies. In this live 2001 concert, the influential author, poet and musician performs some of his thought-provoking tunes at the Paris jazz club New Morning. Songs include "The Bottle," "Johannesburg," "A Lovely Day," "Blue Collar," "Work for Peace," "Angel Dust," "Winter in Amerika," "Your Daddy Loves You" and more.
Robin Miller: Quick & Delicious Host Robin Miller shares her techniques for fast, savory meals using existing dishes and on-hand ingredients in this three-episode collection from her culinary series "Quick Fix Meals." Recipes include grilled tuna steaks, cheddar potato soup, turkey-stuffed zucchini, tuna Nicoise salad and more. Robin's time-saving tips make it easy to whip up apricot puff-pastry twists, orange poached pears and other gourmet treats.
Streetbike Stunters: Wild in the Streets Raucous music from the Bleeders, Outlie, Madcap, One Less Junky and more provides the soundtrack for this collection of death-defying stunts on high-powered hogs. Featuring Wisconsin's D-Aces, the Riviera Extremes (from Nice, France), San Diego's So Cal Elite and Team X-Factor, the presentation takes to the streets to show today's top riders flaunting their best (and most brazen) moves.
The Festival of Family Classics: Vol. 3 The classic yarns Robinson Crusoe and Swiss Family Robinson come vibrantly to life in these delightful animated films. First, courageous Robinson Crusoe and his parrot must keep cannibals at bay while trying to find a way back home after being shipwrecked. Then, the Robinson clan erects the ultimate tree house and experiences a series of perilous adventures when they're stranded on a deserted tropical island.
NBA All Access Featuring a behind-the-scenes glimpse of your favorite National Basketball Association teams, this extensive documentary looks at players' off-season lives, training camp, the exhausting regular season, the playoffs and the championship. Sportscaster Ahmad Rashad serves as host for the action-packed video, which contains tons of footage of players and coaches interacting on and off the court, along with an inside peek at the NBA All-Star Weekend.
Lynyrd Skynyrd: Live from Austin TX The boys of Lynyrd Skynyrd prove they're the masters of down-home rock in this rousing hourlong concert, part of the "Austin City Limits" series produced by PBS. Band members perform such memorable hits as "Sweet Home Alabama," "Free Bird," and "What's Your Name?" Also included is a medley featuring "Down South Jukin," "Needle and the Spoon," "Whiskey Rock a Roller," "Swamp Music" and "The Ballad of Curtis Loew."
Legends of Country: Classic Hits of the '50s, '60s & '70s Revisit country music's classics with this collection of performances by the genre's biggest names from the 1950s to the '70s. Featured musicians include Glen Campbell with "Rhinestone Cowboy," "Southern Nights" and "Galveston"; Crystal Gayle with "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue"; the Bellamy Brothers with "Let Your Love Flow"; B.J. Thomas with "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry"; and Patti Page with "Tennessee Waltz."
Behind the Monsters Go behind the arena wall to get an insider's view of monster-truck racing in all its metal-bending glory. Filmed in Southern California and Laughlin, Nev., the program includes an interview with feature driver Rick Swanson of Obsession Racing. Watch out for these trucks that are famous in their own right: Bounty Hunter, Iron Outlaw, Natural High, Public Disturbance, Monster Moose, Jurassic Attack, Nasty Boy, Unnamed and Untamed and more.
Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Country Songs Elmo gets together with his country cousin, Elmer, and some of their best friends for this rompin' stompin' musical hoedown as the Muppets sing original tunes and longtime favorites such as "The Farmer in the Dell," "Oh, Susanna" and "Skip to My Lou." The all-star roster of celebrity guests includes Johnny Cash, Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Alison Krauss, Faith Hill, Lee Ann Womack and John McEuen (of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band fame).
Greg Lake: Live Progressive rock pioneer Greg Lake -- founder of the British group Emerson, Lake and Palmer -- performs 14 songs in this 2005 concert recorded during his European tour. Lake stirs up memories with classics such as "21st Century Schizoid Man," "Touch and Go," "In the Court of the Crimson King" and "Lucky Man." Backing up Lake are keyboardist David Arch, drummer Brett Morgan, bassist Trevor Barry and guitarist Florian Opahle.
Paula Deen: BBQ Down-home chef Paula Deen shares her scrumptious barbecue recipes in this three-episode collection from her popular cooking series "Paula's Home Cooking." Deen shows you how to create originals such as drunken chicken, bourbon beef tenderloin, bacon-wrapped grilled corn on the cob, warm potato salad and more. Side dishes include coleslaw, Southern baked beans, grilled Vidalia onions and warm apple and goat cheese salad.
Tutenstein: Vol. 2: A Bad Spell In this collection of four episodes from the delightful children's series, Tutenstein -- the reanimated Egyptian boy king -- continues his 21st-century adventures with Cleo and Luxor the cat by his side. The fun begins when the young pharaoh hexes his shadow, brings to life a T. rex skeleton and attempts to increase his height … with comical consequences. Bonus material includes the featurette "Zach's Ultimate Guide: Mummies."
Blake McGrath: Dance Driven Hip Hop and More Sharing the stage with superstars such as Madonna, Beyoncé and Mariah Carey, as well as competing on the popular series "So You Think You Can Dance," has made Blake McGrath one of the hottest dancers around. Now, he's here to teach you everything he knows with a variety of fun-filled routines and styles. Designed for all levels, this interactive program enables viewers to learn hip-hop, Latin or lyrical dance at their own pace.
ESPN Golf Schools: Top Tips You know the basics, now improve your game with these valuable tips from world-renowned golf instructor Hank Haney. Geared toward golfers of all skill and experience levels, this compendium of pointers covers a range of topics, including playing in the rain, extracting yourself from the sand and much more. The dean of instruction at ESPN Golf Schools, Haney frequently contributes to ESPN television and radio programs.
ESPN Golf Schools: The 3-Club Tour Improve your game by learning the ins and outs of the three most important clubs with this instructional program based on ESPN Golf Schools' 3-Club Tour curriculum. The driver, the wedge and the putter make up 75 percent of the score, and you'll learn how to make the most of each of them. World-renowned golf instructor Hank Haney -- a frequent contributor to ESPN television and radio programs -- leads the informative course.
The Secret War More danger awaits New York City cop Jack (played by Dong Jin Kim) after he's nearly killed in the line of duty in this martial arts actioner with a sci-fi twist. To save Jack's life, his brother -- a Pentagon staffer -- pilfers an experimental microchip designed to create the ultimate warrior and embeds it in Jack. Next thing you know, everybody wants the supercop, including the FBI and … a hired assassin.
O.A.R.: Live from Madison Square Garden With their rock-meets-reggae grooves and near-constant touring, Ohio State University rockers O.A.R. have developed a huge grassroots following -- popularity much in evidence at the sold-out 2007 Madison Square Garden show captured here. Blending documentary footage with highlights from the concert (which includes popular tunes such as "James," "52-50" and more), this presentation showcases the band at its best.
Mindy Mylrea: Supercycle National and World Aerobic Champion Mindy Mylrea leads this intense indoor cycling workout that's guaranteed to get you in shape. With challenging flats, demanding hills and Mindy's unique motivational style, this routine is like nothing you've ever experienced before. Complete with imagery specific to each workout and terrain, the program allows you to mix and match for a new fitness adventure each and every time you ride.
Unholy Matrimony / My Third Wife George Join the swinging generation with this hip duo of 1960s skin flicks. In Unholy Matrimony, two reporters pose as a married couple to investigate wife swapping. Next, in My Third Wife George, a 40-year-old virgin enters a world of sex and drugs, but after two marriages, he finally finds love -- with a man. Directed by Arthur John and Harry Kerwin, these kinky classics star Monica Davis, Alan Dellay, William Kerwin and Bunny Ware.
The Festival of Family Classics: Vol. 2 Two timeless tales of adventure come vividly to life in these enchanting animated films. In Arabian Nights, Pindar takes a wild magic-carpet ride and gets three wishes from a genie while searching for a pair of missing magical slippers. Then, in Robin Hood, the legendary archer and his band of Merry Men take on the vile Sheriff of Nottingham and his minions to save a father and son, who join the outlaw hero on his valiant crusades.
Gun Camera Climb into the cockpit and get an extraordinary look at some high-octane aerial action from nearly a century of war. Miles of gun camera footage captures the drama of American attack missions, including thrilling dogfights; bombing runs over Europe; helicopter warfare in Vietnam; attacks on World War II supply trains and Iraq War convoys; and much more. Expert analysis adds details and insight to this stunning historical archive.
Ultimate Fighting: Female Boxing Get a front-row seat for these bouts between some of the fiercest females in the world. In a sport dominated by men, these women go all out to prove their fighting prowess in a series of brutal, no-holds-barred matches. Filmed at a variety of venues, these mixed-fighting contests feature athletes from around the globe participating in extreme boxing, bare-knuckle fights, tag-team matches and more.
Paula Deen: Memorable Treats Join popular country chef Paula Deen as she shares her recipes for yummy ice cream creations, sweet peach treats and tasty picnic fare in three episodes of "Paula's Home Cooking." The summer-inspired menus feature mudslide pie, pimento cheese, chicken salad, baked Alaska, peachy cobblers and shortcakes and more. Other summer comfort food recipes in this collection include chocolate bread pudding, peach ice cubes, stuffed French bread and more.
Kenny the Shark: Vol. 2: Good Guys vs. Bad Guys In this comical cartoon series from the Discovery Kids network, tiger shark Kenny lives with 10-year-old Kat and her family, and though Kenny tries to fit in as a domestic pet, sometimes his natural instincts kick in … stirring up troubles galore. Luckily, Kat is fluent in shark and always sets Kenny straight. Bonus material includes the featurette "Saving a Species: Sharks at Risk," an interactive game and more.
Ali's 65 In honor of Muhammad Ali's 65th birthday, ESPN looks back at the iconic fighter's extraordinary influence on the worlds of sports, politics and culture, especially during the tumultuous decades of the 1960s and '70s. Boxing fans will relish the inclusion of two of Ali's most famous bouts: a brutal, 15-round battle against Smokin' Joe Frazier in 1975 and a match against Poland's Zbigniew Pietrzykowski at the 1960 Olympics.
Tutenstein: Vol. 1: The Beginning A mummified boy king comes back to life when lightning strikes his casket, throwing him into a world he doesn't understand. With help from a 12-year-old girl named Cleo and her feline companion, the little Egyptian pharaoh -- who thinks he still rules the world -- tries to adapt to modern life. This compilation includes four episodes of the charming animated series, along with the featurette "Truth or Scare: The Curse of Tutankhamen."
Kenny the Shark: Vol. 1: Feeding Frenzy Kenny isn't your usual tiger shark. In fact, he'd rather live on land than in the ocean. As luck would have it, 10-year-old Kat loves undersea creatures, and she takes Kenny in as her new pet. This compilation features three fun-filled episodes of Kenny's adventures with his adoptive family. Produced for the Discovery Kids network, this animated series takes the idea of being a fish out of water literally!
Flight 29 Down When their plane crashes on a deserted South Pacific island, seven teens from Los Angeles must learn to survive on their own. Join brave leader Nathan (Corbin Bleu) and the other kids as they work together as a team to keep themselves alive. The first four episodes from the kids' TV series are pulled together as a mini-movie in this release. Allen Alvarado, Hallee Hirsh, Jeremy James Kissner, Johnny Pacar, Lauren Storm and Kristy Wu also star.
Ali's Dozen Muhammad Ali floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee in this collection of the champ's greatest boxing rounds. Selected by Ali himself, these bouts feature "the Greatest" in the ring with Cleveland Williams, Ernie Terrell, Zora Folley and Jerry Quarry. Hosted by rapper Chuck D., this look at some of the most memorable boxing rounds of all time also includes interviews with Ali's trainer and others.
Family Motocross Featuring an interview with hot young rider Ryan Cowell, this adrenaline-pumping peek into the world of motocross rolls out the best of peewees, minis, privateers and pros. Helmet-cams capture exciting footage of tracks at Lake Elsinore Motocross Park and Starwest Motocross Park in California. The family-friendly program is hosted by Tamara Apted.
Secret Agent Men An international superspy in his favorite online game, Jack West (Nicko Vella) is just an ordinary teen in real life. But when he and his pals finish the game's final mission, they unlock a secret encrypted file and suddenly find themselves on the run from a gang of very real -- and very dangerous -- criminals. Thrust into the middle of a global conspiracy, Jack must outwit the enemy agents and save the world … without missing his curfew.
Gilad: Elite Forces Fat Burning Workout Accompanied by a group of servicemen and civilians, Discovery Channel's "TV Instructor of the Year," personal trainer Gilad Janklowicz, leads this action-packed workout shot on the deck of a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier. Designed to get you in top shape and boost your confidence, this fat-burning routine combines martial arts moves, calisthenics and plyometrics to help improve your endurance, strength and range of motion.
Combat Ready This two-part program takes you behind the scenes as military personnel prepare for combat in Iraq and other wartime operations. From ancient board games to top secret computer simulations and re-creations of actual villages, U.S. troops ready themselves for battle in fascinating, and sometimes surprising, ways. Cameras capture all the action as soldiers practice combat maneuvers in the United States, Iraq and Germany.
Paula Deen: Outdoor Eating Who says you can't eat comfort food in summer? This three-episode collection of "Paula's Home Cooking" features down-home chef Paula Deen creating tasty party fare for movie night, tailgating and campfires. Recipes include baked cheese spread, gator taters, sugared peanuts, s'mores, bacon bread sticks and much more. This set of Deen's cooking lessons features innovative twists on summer snacks such as hot dogs, burgers, salads and popcorn.
Dinah East When famed Hollywood screen siren Dinah East (Jeremy Stockwell) dies, the world is stunned to learn that the onetime sex goddess was actually a sex god. Told in flashback, the film -- rumored to be a barely fictionalized account of classic film star Mae West's hidden life -- co-stars Andy Davis as the family lawyer who often served as East's escort, Reid Smith as East's son and Ultra Violet as a lesbian fashion designer.
Rick Wakeman: Amazing Grace On acoustic piano, Rick Wakeman -- keyboardist for prog rock pioneers Yes -- plays through a set list of classic Christian songs in this live concert filmed inside the studio and set against a backdrop of inspirational imagery. Tracks include "Ode to Joy," "All Things Bright and Beautiful," "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," "Nearer, My God, to Thee," "Morning Has Broken," "Abide with Me" and the title track, "Amazing Grace."
The Jesus Lizard: Live This vintage live concert filmed in 1994 at Boston's Venus de Milo club captures the raw energy and independent spirit of an authentic Jesus Lizard show. Tracks include "The Associate," "Destroy Before Reading," "Mouthbreather," "Fly on the Wall," "Chrome," "Boilermaker" and "Bloody Mary," with additional footage from a 1992 performance at New York City's famed CBGB club.
Island Explosion 06/07 Island Explosion, the annual celebration of Jamaica's great dancehall artists, brings the heat to the city of May Pen with jumpin' performances from Shaggy, Don Mafia, Ninja Man and others. The concert spectacular also includes sets by Capleton, Mavado, Matterhorn, Richie Stephens, Mama Carmen, Mr. Vegas, Busy Signal, Little Hero, Ras Myrhdak, Munga Honorable, Bounty Killa, Voice Mail, Turbulence, Aidonia, Bling Dawg and many more.
Metalmania 2006 Headbangers will savor this comprehensive coverage of Metalmania 2006 -- one of Europe's largest and most anticipated heavy metal festivals -- featuring a set list of full-throttle performances from some of the world's hottest acts. Bands include Moonspell, Anathema, Therion, Acid Drinkers, Nevermore, Vesania, 1349, Hunter and Hieronymus Bosch, plus a selection of up-and-coming artists from the Polish metal scene.
Cruisin' Hits of the 60's Hit-makers of the 1960s perform their chart-topping tunes live at the Rock 'n' Roll Palace in Orlando, Fla. Wolfman Jack does "Shake, Rattle and Roll," Mary Wells sings "My Guy," the Tokens harmonize on "The Lion Sleeps Tonight," the Crystals do "Doo Ron Ron," Martha Reeves performs "Dancing in the Street" and the Shirelles ask "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?" Hits from Bobby Vee, Del Shannon, Brian Hyland and others are also included.
Apache Indian & the Reggae Revolution: Time for a Change Fusing Indian bhangra with Jamaican reggae, Britain's Apache Indian, backed by the Reggae Revolution, brings his unique sound to Whitby's Musicport World Music Festival. Recorded live in October 2006, this performance features Apache hits such as "No War" and "Don Rajah" and new music from the "Time for Change" release, including "Tere Toor," "Shackle & Chain," "Everyday," "Om Numah Shivaya" and a cover of the classic "The Israelites."
Neo: Broadcast Progressive rockers Neo -- composed of former members of Pendragon, IQ and the Martin Orford Band -- take the stage for a spectacular 2006 performance recorded at the Wyspianski Theater in Katowice, Poland. Selections include "The Hanging Tree," "For the Greater Glory," "Mindgames," "Shadows of Fate," "Nostradamus," "Erosion," "Crown of Thorns" "Outer Limits," "Paintbox" and "Masters of Illusion."
Soulvation: The Best of Northern Soul Experience the variety of the northern soul genre with this sampler of classic hits performed live by the original artists. Selections include "I Have Faith in You" by Edwin Starr, "Time Will Pass You By" by Tobi Legend, "Helpless" by Kim Weston, "It Really Hurts Me, Girl" by the Carstairs, "Picture Me Gone" by Evie Sands, "Let Me Down Easy" by Betty Lavette, "Selfish One" by Jackie Ross and "No One to Love" by Pat Lewis.
25 Years at New Morning Celebrating the quarter-century anniversary of Paris's landmark New Morning jazz club, this retrospective features performances by jazz, blues and world music luminaries such as Larry Carlton, Paolo Fresu, Roy Hargrove, the Archie Shepp Band, Art Farmer, Gil Scott-Heron, the Steve Lukather Band, Omar Sosa and more. Hosting the December 2006 jam session are Alvin Queen and Manu DiBango, who provide entertaining and insightful commentary.
Sam Moore: The Original Soul Man Catch Grammy-winning soul man Sam Moore in action with this pair of classic live performances filmed in Cannes, France, and Kissimmee, Fla., respectively. Tracks include unforgettable R&B hits such as "Soul Man," "Dock of the Bay," "Take What I Want," "When Something Is Wrong with My Baby" and "My Boyfriend's Back," featuring special guest stars the Angels.
Colin Dunne: Celtic Feet Nine-time World Dance Champion Colin Dunne teaches traditional Irish dance in this entertaining how-to guide. With the Celtic Feet Dance Company, Dunne demonstrates the dance moves, slowly walking through each step of the jig he helped popularize as a lead dancer in "Riverdance: The New Show." Instruction is followed by a lively up-tempo performance that proves why Dunne is considered one of the greatest male Irish dancers of all time.
Western Consciousness: 17th Anniversary: Part 1 Join in this uniquely Jamaican celebration with some of the biggest names in reggae music, including I-Wayne, Richie Spice, Fantan Mojah, Iley Dread, Iley Dready and Mr. Perfect. Watch as these distinguished artists perform some of their best-loved songs in front of thousands of adoring reggae fans. Although heavy rains poured down at times during the concert, the artists and fans continued to enjoy the sweet rhythms surrounding them.
Take That: From Zeroes to Heroes: The Early Years Packed with plenty of 1990s nostalgia, this documentary traces the meteoric rise of Take That, a charismatic quintet composed of Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Jason Orange, Mark Owen and Robbie Williams that was billed as the UK's answer to New Kids on the Block. What started out as a straightforward boy band quickly became one of the biggest pop acts in Europe -- and it all began with a cover of the Tavares hit "It Only Takes a Minute."
Stars in Action The great stars of Jamaican reggae, ragga, rap, rock and dancehall styles converge in these party-perfect performances from Capleton, Beenie Man, Ras Mryhdak and many others. The lineup also includes Luciano, Terry Linen, Ras Peter, Captain Barkey and Wickerman, Jah Mason, Don Mafia, Mavado, Ken Boothe, Mikey General, Biggaton, Ninja Man, Yellow Man, Lady G, Cocoa Tea, General Degree, Bascom X, Thriller U and more.
Scott Cossu Trio: Islands Eclectic pianist Scott Cossu blends his years of classical training with jazz, R&B and ethnic influences from Sudan, Thailand, China, Romania and Ecuador in this live concert from the 1986 Main Street Independence Day Weekend Jazz Festival. Accompanied by guitarist Van Manakas and percussionist Eddie Wood, the seasoned performer treats the crowd to such tracks as "Vashon Poem," "Sanibel," "Sweet Rose," "Oristano," "Islands" and "Moira Fawn."
High Rolling in a Hot Corvette Judy Davis makes her big-screen debut in this Australian action comedy about a pair of carny workers (Joseph Bottoms, Grigor Taylor) who hit the road looking for adventure -- and find it in spades when they hitch a ride from a man in a green Corvette. When the driver hits on one of the guys, the two beat him senseless and steal his wallet and car -- only to discover that the car is loaded with drugs and the wallet filled with cash.
Western Consciousness: 17th Anniversary: Part 2 Living legends of the reggae world such as Lee "Scratch" Perry, John Holt, Freddie McGregor, Barrington Levy and Judy Mowatt share their artistry in this amazing concert recorded in Jamaica. This is a truly special opportunity to see some of the originators of reggae performing live onstage. The Western Consciousness music festival has grown immensely through the years and has helped maintain the strong tradition of reggae music in Jamaica.
Vic Damone: On the Street Where You Live Italian-American crooner Vic Damone, backed by the Northern Dance Orchestra, delivers a magical evening of musical standards in this 1985 performance filmed live inside London's world-famous Royal Festival Hall. Selections include "New York, New York," "On the Street Where You Live," "I've Got You Under My Skin," "That Old Black Magic," "An Affair to Remember," "Always on My Mind" and "Easy to Love."
T.G. Sheppard: In Concert Pop-country music personality T.G. Sheppard -- who scored a string of top 10 hits in the 1970s with his polished signature sound -- delivers a set list of classic songs in this live concert filmed at the Church Street Station in Kissimmee, Fla. Featured tracks include "Last Cheaters Waltz," "Love Made a Liar Outta Me," "Only One You," "I Loved Them Everyone," "Without You," "War Is Hell," "Mountain Music," "Finally" and "Do It Again."
Kristin Korb: Live in Vienna "Double threat" jazz musician Kristin Korb -- who sings and plays the bass -- breezes through a nostalgic set list of standards in this 2005 concert filmed live inside Vienna's famed Porgy & Bess music club. Songs include "Cheek to Cheek," "They Say It's Spring," "Wouldn't It Be Lovely," "Top of the World," "Nobody Wants to Sing the Blues," "I'm Old-Fashioned," "Whirly Bird" and "Lined with a Groove."
Unity Splash 2007 Promotor Richie Stephens unites a stellar lineup of performers, including Beenie Man and Bounty Killer, in this annual reggae festival for a huge crowd in Western Jamaica on New Year's Day 2007. Other acts include Capleton, Gentleman, Mr. Vegas, Lutan Fyah, General Degree, Future Fambo, Sizzla, Ninja Man, Chuck Fenda, Macka Diamond, Kiprich, Singer J and more.
West Kingston Jamboree: 2006/2007 The best in Jamaica reggae, ragga and dancehall unite in this West Kingston music festival from producers Clarendon Click and Presidential Click. Bounty Killa, Shaggy and Elephant Man are just a few of the big-name performers. The party also includes Mavado, Gyptian, Matterhorn, Turbulence, Ghost, Busy Signal, Richie Stephens, Macka Diamond, Wayne Marshall, Bling Dawg, Norris Man, Turbulence, Bling Dawg, Voice Mail and more.
Andromeda: Playing Off the Board Progressive rock act Andromeda -- a Swedish quintet formed in the late 1990s -- lets it all hang out in this 2006 concert filmed inside the Slaski Theatre in Katowice, Poland. Besides live tracks such as "In the Deepest of Waters," "Periscope," "Mirages," "Encyclopedia" and "Chameleon Carnival," the set list includes more than an hour of bonus footage captured on tour and a pair of exclusive interviews with the band.
Pendragon: Past and Presence The members of Pendragon reunite onstage with a few important people from their past -- including John Barnfield, Julian Baker and Rik Carter -- to toast the 21st anniversary of the release of their first album, "The Jewel." A retro-infused set list includes "Circus," "Oh, Divineo," "Excalibur," "Armageddon," "The Pleasure of Hope," "Please," "Fly High Fall Far," "Victims of Life," "Leviathan," "Higher Circles," "2AM" and "Stan and Ollie."
Mama Dracula Oscar winner Louise Fletcher stars in the title role in this hysterical spoof of vampire flicks, which finds Countess Dracula looking to ensure her longevity. It seems her everlasting youth depends on the blood of virgins -- which her twin sons have supplied for years by kidnapping sweet young things from the family boutique. But virgins are becoming increasingly scarce: Can hematologist Peter Van Bloed (Jimmy Shuman) create synthetic plasma?
Savage Circus: Live in Atlanta German power metal band Savage Circus perform their entire "Dreamland Manor" album at this 2006 concert in Atlanta, where Thomen Stauch, Jens Karlsson, Emil Norberg and Piet Sielck rip through an arsenal of crowd favorites. Tracks include "Ca Plane Pour Moi," "When Hell Awakes," "Waltz of the Demon," Between the Devil and the Seas" and more. The presentation also features a road movie of the band and the video clip "Evil Eyes."
L.A. Guns: The Hollywood Years: Cocked & Loaded Original L.A. Guns members Tracii Gunn, Phil Lewis, Steve Riley, Mick Cripps and Kelly Nickels demonstrate why they ruled the Los Angeles metal scene during the 1980s and beyond with adrenaline-fueled performances of some of their best-loved tunes. Songs include "Show No Mercy," "Bitch Is Back," "Hollywood Tease" and more. Also included are interviews with the band members and a photo slideshow.
This Is Southern Rock A heaping helping of Southern rock from the likes of Artimus Pyle and Ed King, Black Oak Arkansas, Molly Hatchet, Atlanta Rhythm Section and Poco forms the core of this musical collection. In addition to live performances of crowd-pleasers such as "Sweet Home Alabama," "Whiskey Man," "So Into You," "Wishing Well," "Crazy Love" and more, the presentation includes the short film "Southern Rock Parking Lot."
Great White: Live & Raw The Los Angeles heavy metal band Great White knows their fans want pure, hard-rocking music, and that's just what they deliver in these two concerts filmed in Irvine and Modesto, Calif. The shows cover the band's biggest hits, such as "Call It Rock 'n' Roll," "Mista Bone," "Save Your Love," "Lady Redlight" and "Once Bitten, Twice Shy." Also included is an in-depth interview with lead singer Jack Russell.

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Team America: World Police
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Posted by: priv8pete | June 04, 2007 at 09:03 AM
anyone watched the first season of the bbc robin hood series? just added the first disc and i was curious what i'm in for. thanks.
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Someone mentioned that The Future We Will Create: Inside the World of TED was supposed to be on Watch Now? Anyone know about this?
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Is there any particular reason why you've gone back to putting this complete list in the RSS feed? It's rather annoying.
Posted by: Manda | June 04, 2007 at 09:05 PM
Blockbuster has a few new Special Editions. Trading Places: LGFGE
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