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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1Audience Rating: Unrated Binding: DVD Brand: REEVES,GEORGE Fabric Type: 9780790798059 Gem Type: The legendary Man of Steel assumes the secret identity of Clark Kent, mild-mannered reporter for the Metropolis Daily Planet. And with powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men, he battles for truth and justice as Superman. The first ever Superman TV series! Originally aired in the 1950's, it features George Reeves as Superman and enjoyed tremendous success during its broadcast. The TV s Graphics Memory Size: Box set, Black & White, Closed-captioned, DVD, Subtitled, NTSC Legal Disclaimer: 0790798050 Manufacturer Labor Warranty Description: Maximum Color Depth: Warner Home Video Maximum Focal Length: Metal Type: Warner Home Video Pearl Type: 4200 Publisher: 5 Total Firewire Ports: Warner Home Video Total Metal Weight: 1 Total Parallel Ports: October 18, 2005 Total S Video Out Ports: 662 minutes Warner Home Video September 19, 1952 Features:
Editorial Review: Product Description: Survivor of the destroyed planet Krypton, young Clark Kent defends truth, justice and the American way. Genre: Television Rating: NR Release Date: 18-OCT-2005 Media Type: DVD Amazon.com: In 1952 Superman flew right into the hearts and minds of the American TV audience faster than a speeding bullet. Though most people were already familiar with man of steel through his comic books, as well as the popular radio show, it was the new medium's Adventures of Superman that transformed our resident Kryptonian into a timeless icon. For many young baby boomers, Superman was the ultimate symbol of truth, justice and the American way. After watching this nostalgic trip back in time it is easy to see why: George Reeves. Reeves is the quintessential Superman. He is kind, confident, smart, always does the right thing and can literally do anything physically. Even Reeves' Clark Kent is cool, even cocky without any of the trademarked shy, clumsy and hickish traits the character has developed over the years. And then there's Phyllis Coates as the Lois Lane. Coates portrayal of Lois is surprisingly one of the stronger female roles in '50s television. She is one tough cookie able to stand her ground against criminals, fight off bad guys and is not afraid to outwardly express herself. Sadly, Phyllis Coates would be replaced by Noel Neill in subsequent seasons. Adventures of Superman also stands the test of time well as one of the best shows from the early days of television. A lot of it has to do with how the writers, producers and actors approached the making of the show. This first season, as well as the second, were made as if they were making a serious show suitable for kids and adults. Instead of being a kids' comic book show, the episodes have a strong "mini-serial-crime-movie" feel, are very story driven and include loads of elements from the popular film noir style of the 1950s. This is evident in such classic episodes such as the season opener "Superman on Earth," "The Stolen Costume" where Superman has his costume stolen by a burglar, and the tense horror-noir "The Haunted Lighthouse." Also included on this DVD set is the 1951 theatrical release Superman and The Mole Men which later became the televised two-part episode "The Unknown People." --Rob Bracco Average Rating:
![]() Rating: - SuperWas a great Christmas present. So happy to find such unusual items and have it delivered hassle free. Rating: - memories of yesteryearLoved these shows when I was growing up in the 60's and now I am sharing them with my 5 year old. Warning though, superman fights gagsters not super villains and people do get shot. I think it's better explaining that guns are dangerous and people can die from them instead of today where a thousand shots are fired and no one gets hurt. After all, good always triumphs in the end. CLASSIC STUFF! Rating: - Superman Season OneWhat wonderful memories I remember watching superman in the fifties I tried to fly like superman and broken my arm.... I've currently been watching it all over again with my grand kids who love it too... what memories.... I tried to fly again yesterday.... I broke my hip... I'm getting better I've got the speed down, I just need to work on my landings..... what a wonderful wonderful memories...... buy it, it's worth enjoying with your grandchildren too..... however doctor bills are more expensive ... Read More Rating: - Truth, Justice and the American Way is What This Country Needs To Go Back ToSince the movie of Superman and the Mole Men is packaged with this, I'll be doing a double review. First the movie: For only being an hour and on a very low budget, this is a very entertaining film. It's more enjoyable than the Pryor Superman III, the overly long Superman Returns and, sad to say for me as I am a proud defender, Superman IV. George Reeves is my favorite Superman/Clark Kent, not that Christopher Reeve didn't do a good job it's just that I hate that he portrays Clark as a ... Read More Rating: - THE MAN FROM PLANET KRYPTON !We all now the saying It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Superman! Thanks to Warner Studios we can repeat that saying over and over with this release of season one on DVD. This is the first and only "Superman" in my opinion and George Reeves will always be my favorite man of steel. I have nothing bad to say about the others who portrayed "Superman" I just liked George the best. While working as the mild-mannered reporter for the Metropolis Daily Planet News , "Superman" disguised as Clark Kent keeps a ... Read More Adventures of Superman - The Complete First Season Buy superhero comic book collectibles at the Superhero Mall! |