how do you prefer to watch your favorite shows??

Well since the shows I enjoy most are not out on DVD, I would say syndicated. BUT when my favorites begin coming out in season sets, I will be buying them.

I said DVD.... my two favorite series are out, and all of my other favorites are either on the way, or will definately be out eventually (shows like "The Facts of Life" and "Diff'rent Strokes", for example -- they'll be on DVD eventually, we just dont know when)

I'd pick dvds because being able to own all my favorites and watch them whenever I want is the most appealing thing to me. Aside from when Three's Company was still on Nick At Nite, I don't watch much syndicated stuff on a regular basis anyway, not like I used to. DVD is the ideal way for me to watch these shows.

Originally posted by vashti1999
I'd pick dvds because being able to own all my favorites and watch them whenever I want is the most appealing thing to me. Aside from when Three's Company was still on Nick At Nite, I don't watch much syndicated stuff on a regular basis anyway, not like I used to. DVD is the ideal way for me to watch these shows.

Id be shocked if you said you prefered syndication.
we're partners in crime -- or TVDVD collecting -- whatever.

Originally posted by barwars88
Id be shocked if you said you prefered syndication.
we're partners in crime -- or TVDVD collecting -- whatever.

What'm I? Chopped liver? :D

Originally posted by AKA
What'm I? Chopped liver? :D
if you want.

Originally posted by barwars88
if you want.

Well, can I be diced onions instead?

Originally posted by AKA
Well, can I be diced onions instead?
no.

Originally posted by barwars88
Id be shocked if you said you prefered syndication.
we're partners in crime -- or TVDVD collecting -- whatever.

Yes, you're right. Everytime I read one of your posts stating your love of tv-dvds, I'm definitely on the same wave length. I've nearly given up buying movie dvds to support my tv dvd habit.

Originally posted by barwars88
no.

Chopped liver it is, then.

Originally posted by AKA
Chopped liver it is, then.

nah.... you can join us.
chopped liver is for TV on VHS.... now thats just puke:
wait, nevermind -- TV on VHS never really worked out.

AKA, I know I said I didn't want to know but I'll ask anyway: how's the F&G Yearbook Edition?

Originally posted by vashti1999
AKA, I know I said I didn't want to know but I'll ask anyway: how's the F&G Yearbook Edition?

You know how great the regular edition that is? Those extra two discs are just as great!

There's even an Easter Egg where Sam and Bill do a commentary in character.

Originally posted by AKA
You know how great the regular edition that is? Those extra two discs are just as great!

There's even an Easter Egg where Sam and Bill do a commentary in character.

I've taken my time with the standard set, only watched the first six episodes so far. I bet that commentary is hilarious. Bill Haverchuck is one of the funniest, greatest characters in tv history.

TV on DVD. In fact, it's gotten to where I don't even watch syndication anymore.

And some shows I can't stand to watch on TV, however when I bought them I DVD, I enjoy them. (Cheers, M*A*S*H and Friends)
I plan on buying every season of every sitcom. Because most of the time, I can make myself like a sitcom.

Plus, thanks to DVD I can enjoy the HBO comedy "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Since I don't have HBO, this is the only way to watch it.

My absolute favorite shows are slowly making their way to DVD.

-NewsRadio: Seasons 1 & 2 (coming soon)
-Boy Meets World: Season 1 (coming soon)
-Quantum Leap: Season 1 (coming soon)
-Sliders: Seasons 1 & 2 (coming soon)
-The Monkees: Seasons 1 & 2 (Already Out)
-The King of Queens: Seasons 1 & 2 (Already Out)

I just wish more 50s and 60s sitcoms would come out.

Originally posted by vashti1999
I've taken my time with the standard set, only watched the first six episodes so far. I bet that commentary is hilarious. Bill Haverchuck is one of the funniest, greatest characters in tv history.

I'm up to the 14th episode - I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE it.

Right now, not many of my fave TV shows are on DVD yet, but I do have a handful of them now. BUT, I don't watch TV much, either..so...

Originally posted by AKA
You know how great the regular edition that is? Those extra two discs are just as great!

There's even an Easter Egg where Sam and Bill do a commentary in character.

You spent the $120.00 on it?

Was it worth it?

Originally posted by dlemond
You spent the $120.00 on it?

Was it worth it?

It was definitely worth $120, but I have a connection who was able to get it to me for $60. This was after I had already bought the regular edition.

Originally posted by AKA
It was definitely worth $120, but I have a connection who was able to get it to me for $60. This was after I had already bought the regular edition.

so that fan guilt caught up with ya, I see.
its sounds really good.
i cant afford it right now.... but maybe sometime in July (nothing is coming out then)

I'm hooked on the TV dvd's So I would have to say DVD's. I try to buy at least two shows per month.

Originally posted by barwars88
how do you prefer to watch your favorite shows??


You make it obvious that you are bored when i read some your questions. Why would anyone choose syndication over DVD's when the eps are Commercial free and UNCUT???????????????

Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
You make it obvious that you are bored when i read some your questions. Why would anyone choose syndication over DVD's when the eps are Commercial free and UNCUT???????????????

if i werent bored -- i wouldnt be here.

Originally posted by barwars88
if i werent bored -- i wouldnt be here.


because you are BORED? Gee i thought you were here because you were a TV Fan who enjoyed having discussions about different shows.

Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
You make it obvious that you are bored when i read some your questions.

Of all people, you're criticizing someone else's questions?

Originally posted by vashti1999
Of all people, you're criticizing someone else's questions?

exactly.

Originally posted by vashti1999
Of all people, you're criticizing someone else's questions?


Yes because everyone will BUY their show on DVD if they were choosing between syndicaton and the DVD. Well you maybe the only STUPID person who would watch their show in syndication instead of buying the DVD

Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
Yes because everyone will BUY their show on DVD if they were choosing between syndicaton and the DVD. Well you maybe the only STUPID person who would watch their show in syndication instead of buying the DVD

Maybe you two should be duking it out over PM's instead! :mad:

Originally posted by Miss Vicki
Maybe you two should be duking it out over PM's instead! :mad:

If Im one of the two -- I cant.
Solomon is arguing with me -- and I have the same opinion.


But I was suprised -- a few people DO prefer syndication.

It depends how old the show is. For instance, I like the Simpsons and I like Three's Company. I won't buy the Simpsons on DVD cause it's on all the time in syndication plus I know whats cut . They only cut about 1 minute every episode so it's no big deal. A show like Three's Company I will buy on DVD cause over 3 minutes is cut in syndication and N@N. Plus I have no idea what is cut.

Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
Yes because everyone will BUY their show on DVD if they were choosing between syndicaton and the DVD. Well you maybe the only STUPID person who would watch their show in syndication instead of buying the DVD

Or maybe someone doesn't have enough mone for TV DVD's because they'd rather their family have food on the dinner table every night. Ever thought about that?

Originally posted by jpnoyes
It depends how old the show is. For instance, I like the Simpsons and I like Three's Company. I won't buy the Simpsons on DVD cause it's on all the time in syndication plus I know whats cut . They only cut about 1 minute every episode so it's no big deal. A show like Three's Company I will buy on DVD cause over 3 minutes is cut in syndication and N@N. Plus I have no idea what is cut.

Yes, but on the DVD's, you get all the cool extras like commentaries, old Butterfinger commercials, parade fotage from the early 90's with a Bart Simpson float, five different language settings, etc. :D

Originally posted by Czas na Zywiec
Yes, but on the DVD's, you get all the cool extras like commentaries, old Butterfinger commercials, parade fotage from the early 90's with a Bart Simpson float, five different language settings, etc. :D

are being sarcastic??

Because if you arent -- you just gave two very good arguements -- for both Syndication and TVDVDs

Originally posted by Czas na Zywiec
Or maybe someone doesn't have enough mone for TV DVD's because they'd rather their family have food on the dinner table every night. Ever thought about that?




A fry cook at Mcdonald's can afford to buy a DVD-LOL

I perfer DVDs sice I do not watch a lot of television to begin with, most of my free time is spent here @ SO...:lol:

Originally posted by barwars88
are being sarcastic??

Because if you arent -- you just gave two very good arguements -- for both Syndication and TVDVDs

I was giving an arguement on why it was worth it to buy the Simpsons DVD's. I only have Season 3 right now (I never liked the first two seasons), and Season 4 is on it's way.

Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
A fry cook at Mcdonald's can afford to buy a DVD-LOL

Not when they have bills to pay. Technically, I don't have the money as a secretary, but I buy them because I have a credit card...which is a bad habit. But if it's gas to get to work or the DVD, I'm picking the gas.

Originally posted by Czas na Zywiec
I was giving an arguement on why it was worth it to buy the Simpsons DVD's. I only have Season 3 right now (I never liked the first two seasons), and Season 4 is on it's way.

The S3 set had great extras.

Originally posted by Czas na Zywiec
I was giving an arguement on why it was worth it to buy the Simpsons DVD's. I only have Season 3 right now (I never liked the first two seasons), and Season 4 is on it's way.

Ohh then....
you DID give very good arguements for BOTH sides.

Originally posted by dawsongirl
Not when they have bills to pay. Technically, I don't have the money as a secretary, but I buy them because I have a credit card...which is a bad habit. But if it's gas to get to work or the DVD, I'm picking the gas.


well i guess it depends on the price. Like this weekend i want to buy both new releases of Sanford and Son and Three's Company but i think I will only be able to get one f them because I have to buy food and pay rent.

Definitely TVDVD's because of how some shows are treated:rolleyes: Take Boy Meets World, Disney treats it like CRAP, they banned 3 episodes, and constantly do cuts that make no sense(like one scene you'll here "damn" and the next scene that same word is cut):mad: Now BMW is coming to ABC Family, and I am told that they cut out the final scenes of episodes, which makes no sense, cause those are important to the shows too :rolleyes: :mad:

I am sooooooooo glad BMW is coming out on DVD! :) :D

Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
Yes because everyone will BUY their show on DVD if they were choosing between syndicaton and the DVD. Well you maybe the only STUPID person who would watch their show in syndication instead of buying the DVD

:nonono: Now Solomon that is not nice :( Not everyone can afford TVDVD's. I wanna get the Smallville DVD's but even working, I can't afford them now, cause they run $50.00 for Season 1 :eek:

Originally posted by Topanga
:nonono: Now Solomon that is not nice :( Not everyone can afford TVDVD's. I wanna get the Smallville DVD's but even working, I can't afford them now, cause they run $50.00 for Season 1 :eek:


Just take $25 out of two paychecks.

Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
Just take $25 out of two paychecks.

Solomon that's easier said than done :eek: $25 out of one paycheck is alot to some people, especially those who don't make alot of money. To some people bills are more important.

Originally posted by Topanga
Not everyone can afford TVDVD's. I wanna get the Smallville DVD's but even working, I can't afford them now, cause they run $50.00 for Season 1 :eek:

If you want to get both seasons 1 & 2 of Smallville, places like amazon.com will sell them both for a little cheaper than they would if you were to buy them separately. Amazon has both seasons for $86 combined, which makes a $43 average, a decent price when you consider the number of episodes/discs involved. I'm considering getting both seasons when the second one is released.

Originally posted by Topanga
Solomon that's easier said than done :eek: $25 out of one paycheck is alot to some people, especially those who don't make alot of money. To some people bills are more important.


Ok well take $10 out of 5 paychecks. Look sometimes you have to treat yourself. You are not supposed to work and have nothing for you. Sometimes entertainment comes before bills. For example, I will be buying the Three's Company DVD this week and I have a cable bill due and guess what i'm going to do?LOL

Originally posted by vashti1999
If you want to get both seasons 1 & 2 of Smallville, places like amazon.com will sell them both for a little cheaper than they would if you were to buy them separately. Amazon has both seasons for $86 combined, which makes a $43 average, a decent price when you consider the number of episodes/discs involved. I'm considering getting both seasons when the second one is released.

Do you have to have a credit card or checking account? Cause I don't have either, don't think I will have another checking account ever! :mad:

I'm the same way. I only use cash. Fortunately amazon.com accepts money orders and bestbuy will take cash in the store, but you have to haggle with them to give you the internet price.
I got in a hell of an argument at one location with the manager whom I first asked "Is there any penalty for paying with cash?"
He said, laughingly, there wasn't so I preceded to buy about $300 worth of dvd's only to find out most of them were $7 to $15 more in the store than on the internet. When he wouldn't lower the price, I went to another location who did and gave me no trouble about it.
Anyway, as for syndication, just two words: IT SUCKS.
Unfortunately, many of my favorite shows, or more seasons of them are not out yet on dvd. I got sick of watching 21 minute chopped up time compressed episodes and bit the bullet last year finally buying a dvd player.

Chad

Originally posted by storrs19
Unfortunately, many of my favorite shows, or more seasons of them are not out yet on dvd. I got sick of watching 21 minute chopped up time compressed episodes and bit the bullet last year finally buying a dvd player.

Ive realized something -- if "The Complete 3rd Season" of a show is released on DVD -- you're practically GUARANTEED that the whole series will be released.
But sadly, MANY series stop at Season 2, and some at Season 1.

Originally posted by barwars88
Ive realized something -- if "The Complete 3rd Season" of a show is released on DVD -- you're practically GUARANTEED that the whole series will be released.
But sadly, MANY series stop at Season 2, and some at Season 1.

That's probably if the first one or two seasons don't sell well they do that. :(

On DVD, because a lot of stations edited out pieces of the episodes to allow for more commercials or because they don't want to show parts of the episode that may not be "appropriate" for all ages (Nickelodeon for example).

Originally posted by Topanga
That's probably if the first one or two seasons don't sell well they do that. :(

Well no worries -- Boy Meets World will surely sell a lot of copies.
Its one of the most wanted TVDVDs.

Originally posted by barwars88
Well no worries -- Boy Meets World will surely sell a lot of copies.
Its one of the most wanted TVDVDs.

:happyface :dance: :rock: :clap: You just made my day, I didn't realize it was one of the most wanted DVD's. I do know that the show has a huge following and that people who might not even like the first season are buying so that it sells well to get the other seasons released.

Me, I am def. buying it :lol:

Originally posted by Topanga
:happyface :dance: :rock: :clap: You just made my day, I didn't realize it was one of the most wanted DVD's. I do know that the show has a huge following and that people who might not even like the first season are buying so that it sells well to get the other seasons released.

Me, I am def. buying it :lol:

Its one of the most wanted shows at tvshowsondvd.com
and I know over 10 people personally that plan to buy it -- and they're the type of people who wouldnt give a fansite the time of day.

Ohh and of course, Ill be getting it seeing that its one of my favorite shows, it was the smartest sitcom to ever air on TGIF, and the first season is the best!

Originally posted by barwars88
Its one of the most wanted shows at tvshowsondvd.com
and I know over 10 people personally that plan to buy it -- and they're the type of people who wouldnt give a fansite the time of day.

Ohh and of course, Ill be getting it seeing that its one of my favorite shows, it was the smartest sitcom to ever air on TGIF, and the first season is the best!


:nod: :yeahthat

Originally posted by barwars88
Its one of the most wanted shows at tvshowsondvd.com
and I know over 10 people personally that plan to buy it -- and they're the type of people who wouldnt give a fansite the time of day.

Ohh and of course, Ill be getting it seeing that its one of my favorite shows, it was the smartest sitcom to ever air on TGIF, and the first season is the best!

:nod:

I like BMW too - I watched it in its original run, as well. I'm not sure if I'll be buying it immediately when it comes out -- that depends on if there are any other DVD's I want that are coming out at the same time, too.

And they'll def. release all the seasons, too. I'm sure of that.