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Serenity (Collector's Edition) | 
 enlarge | Director: Joss Whedon
Actors: Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Alan Tudyk, Morena Baccarin, Adam Baldwin
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
List Price: $26.98
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Rating:  1460 reviews
Sales Rank: 502
Format: Ac-3, Collector's Edition, Color, Dolby, Dts Surround Sound, Dubbed, Dvd-video, Subtitled, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Number Of Discs: 2
Running Time: 187 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.7 x 1.1
MPN: MCAD61101072D
UPC: 025195008938
EAN: 0025195008938
ASIN: B000Q9IZ5C
Theatrical Release Date: September 30, 2005
Release Date: August 21, 2007
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Product Description
Studio: Uni Dist Corp. (mca) Release Date: 08/21/2007 Run time: 119 minutes Rating: Pg13
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Serenity offers perfect proof that Firefly deserved a better fate than premature TV cancellation. Joss Whedon's acclaimed sci-fi Western hybrid series was ideally suited (in Browncoats, of course) for a big-screen conversion, and this action-packed adventure allows Whedon to fill in the Firefly backstory, especially the history and mystery of the spaceship Serenity's volatile and traumatized stowaway, River Tam (Summer Glau). Her lethal skills as a programmed "weapon" makes her a coveted prize for the power-hungry planetary Alliance, represented here by an Operative (Chiwetel Ejiofor) who'll stop at nothing to retrieve River from Serenity's protective crew. We still get all the quip-filled dialogue and ass-kicking action that we've come to expect from the creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but Whedon goes a talented step further here, blessing his established ensemble cast with a more fully-developed dynamic of endearing relationships. Serenity's cast is led with well-balanced depth and humor by Nathan Fillion as Captain Mal Reynolds, whose maverick spirit is matched by his devotion to crewmates Wash (Alan Tudyk), Zoe (Gina Torres), fun-loving fighter Jayne (Adam Baldwin), engineer Kaylee (Jewel Staite), doctor Simon (Sean Maher), and Mal's former flame Inara (Morena Baccarin), who plays a pivotal role in Whedon's briskly-paced plot. As many critics agreed, Serenity offered all the fun and breezy excitement that was missing from George Lucas's latter-day Star Wars epics, and Whedon leaves an opening for a continuing franchise that never feels cheap or commercially opportunistic. With the mega-corporate mysteries of Blue Sun yet to be explored, it's a safe bet we haven't seen the last of the good ship Serenity. --Jeff Shannon
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| Customer Reviews: Read 1455 more reviews...
 Shiny! December 1, 2008
H. M. Gardner (New York)
This was a great series (Firefly) followed by a great movie. I hope Mr. Whedon makes another.
A well made end to a wonderful franchise December 1, 2008
Joshua (Kentucky)
I was a bit skeptical when I learned that Firefly would be transferred to the big screen, but I should know by now not to doubt the Whedon. Set shortly after the end of the television show, Serenity seamlessly movies us into a marvelous capstone for the series we all fell in love with. Serenity answers many of the questions that have plagued fans since the show met its untimely end, and provides a hopeful and energizing send-off to a wonderful group of characters. Otherwise, the packaging is pretty cool, and the extra features are highly entertaining to watch after the fact. I have seen the non-collector's edition and I my preference is this version.
For those who have not seen Firefly fear not, for I have had people tell me that it is a good stand-alone movie. If, however, you are willing to buy, rent, or borrow the series first I would highly recommend it as it will illuminate many aspects of the movie that may otherwise feel foreign. Either way you are doing yourself a favor by checking it out.
WOW! November 16, 2008
Mary A. Dent
My children have been raving about this movie and after I saw it, I could see why they are Brown Coat Fans. I guess I'm one now, too!
Loved it, and didn't even know it was from a series! November 14, 2008
voracious reader (denver, co)
A friend recommended this. We watched and didn't even know it was a series until our friend told us. After that, we had to watch the series. The series is good, but the movie is even better. It's full of action, adventure and a few twists. You'll find the characters likeable and you'll find yourself rooting for them. Watch it, you will not be disappointed, even if you are not a sci-fi fan.
 The movie is awesome, but don't buy from this company ever. November 12, 2008
Shannon Lynch
0 out of 8 found this review helpful
I waited for over 2 weeks to receive my order. Once in hand, the DVD would not play in my DVD player for HD, and it won't play on my computer, nor my husband's computer. It's a dud. What a let down. I don't recommend buying the movie through this company ever. I love the movie itself and wanted it in my collection, but now, I have to find another place to buy it.
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