Good news!  About frakkin' time too!

Good to hear, but no blu-ray no sale for me.  Unless it's really really cheap, which it won't be.

Since China Beach was $200 for 4 seasons + bonus features, I would imagine that The Wonder Years would be around $250 for its 5 seasons + bonus features.

I just received another update from Star Vista Entertainment/ Time Life on the Wonder Years:


Dear Wonder Years Fans,


We’re starting work on our DVD bonus features and would love to know what your favorite episodes are.

Post your favorites on our Facebook page so we can make sure to highlight the episodes you like best!


Winnie & Kevin Forever!



From,
The Team at StarVista Entertainment / Time Life


Here is the address to their facebook page:

http://e.timelife.com/a/hBTMHYrB8hQPnB84-tyAAR3hu46/wy13

They only sent the message out about an hour ago, but there are already a lot of responses. Looks like they might be trying to determine which episodes to create commentary tracks for. I'll keep updating as they send more information.

Hi DoubleDownAgain,

Quoting DoubleDownAgain:

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Quoting PoochJD:

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I'd rather have the show out on DVD only, than not have the show out at all, just because a few people have to now own every single thing on Blu-Ray!


Pooch

Way to make assumptions based on a remark I made about this specific show.  You know what they say when you assume...  I own many things on DVD that will never be on Blu-ray.  Do I wish they would?  Sure, but I'll be more than happy to have them on DVD.  If it were a film or TV I loved then I'd definitely be more likely to buy it on DVD, but in this case it isn't a must have.  But I understand for some, it is.  Different strokes.

My assumption, wasn't aimed at you. It was a general comment, stemming from the number of complaints I've read on social media and internet forums, from people who seem to think that everything must be released in HD on Blu-Ray, and refuse to accept that that isn't always going to be a) possible, or b) reasonable. It was NOT aimed at you, so I apologise sincerely if it seemed like it appeared too.

Of course, we'd all love everything to be available nice-and-cheaply in HD on Blu-Ray, but for a lot of classic TV shows, that isn't going to be possible, and I just wish people (in general, not you specifically DoubleDownAgain) would engage their brains, before posting/commenting that X show isn't coming out on Blu-Ray, and therefore they're not going to buy it. It's an infantile mentality, and it gets right on my proverbials!


Pooch

Quoting PoochJD:

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Hi DoubleDownAgain,

Quoting DoubleDownAgain:

Quote:
Quoting PoochJD:

Quote:
I'd rather have the show out on DVD only, than not have the show out at all, just because a few people have to now own every single thing on Blu-Ray!


Pooch

Way to make assumptions based on a remark I made about this specific show.  You know what they say when you assume...  I own many things on DVD that will never be on Blu-ray.  Do I wish they would?  Sure, but I'll be more than happy to have them on DVD.  If it were a film or TV I loved then I'd definitely be more likely to buy it on DVD, but in this case it isn't a must have.  But I understand for some, it is.  Different strokes.

My assumption, wasn't aimed at you. It was a general comment, stemming from the number of complaints I've read on social media and internet forums, from people who seem to think that everything must be released in HD on Blu-Ray, and refuse to accept that that isn't always going to be a) possible, or b) reasonable. It was NOT aimed at you, so I apologise sincerely if it seemed like it appeared too.

Of course, we'd all love everything to be available nice-and-cheaply in HD on Blu-Ray, but for a lot of classic TV shows, that isn't going to be possible, and I just wish people (in general, not you specifically DoubleDownAgain) would engage their brains, before posting/commenting that X show isn't coming out on Blu-Ray, and therefore they're not going to buy it. It's an infantile mentality, and it gets right on my proverbials!

Pooch

No worries... I figured as much, but I was the only one in the thread. 

I'm more than likely not going to pick it up, but happy for those that are excited for it.

Lots of activity this week from Star Vista Entertainment/TimeLife. Below is the content of the e-mails they sent me the last two days.

Yesterday they released a few short clips from the recent cast reunion for the bonus features:

Mom & Karen

Kevin & Paul

Wayne


Today, they topped that with the first pictures of the package, disc count, and extras as follows:


Packaging details have finally been revealed...


Here's a first look at The Wonder Years Complete Series limited-edition metal locker – just like those featured at Kennedy Junior High!

The locker will include a replica yearbook with signatures from cast members, behind-the-scenes photos and classic show memorabilia.

Also included are two notebooks like those carried by Kevin and Winnie, each featuring detailed episode information, production photos, all 115 episodes plus over 15 hours of bonus features on 26 DVDs. You'll even get custom Wonder Years magnets to decorate your locker!

 
First Look at 'The Wonder Years' Series Packaging
First Look: The Wonder Years Complete Series Packaging
 


Keep the conversation going! Visit our Facebook page to discuss The Wonder Years with your fellow fans, or you can follow us on Twitter to hear the latest about the release date, exclusive videos and sneak peeks!



From,
The Team at StarVista Entertainment / Time Life


Still no date or price yet, but the pictures look great! My only concern is if the custom "notebooks" that hold the disks will be disc scratchers or not. I'd hate to see what is looking like one of the best series releases of all time to be ruined by poor package design. Time will tell.

And again this morning I received another update from Star Vista Entertainment/TimeLife. This is the general pre-order announcement for the Wonder Years, although no release date is given. It seems there will be three different releases. First, is the "basic" complete series that had been discussed all along, including all the bonus feature DVD's, yearbooks and locker packaging. The good news is that it is a bit more affordable at $249.95. Next you can step up to the Wonder Years "experience", which has all the stuff from the basic set, plus Kennedy Junior High t-shirt, tube socks, gym bag, a new music cd, and more. This one is $299.95.  Finally, there is the signature edition, which is identical to the experience edition, but is limited to 500 cast signed in yearbook copies with a certificate of authenticity, for $499.95.

Below is the info from the e-mail:

The Wonder Years Complete Series is Now Available For Pre-Order!


The moment you have waited for is finally here! Never before released on DVD, you can now pre-order your beloved TV show exclusively online!

 
Available for Pre-Sale: 'The Wonder Years' Complete Series
 

The Wonder Years Complete Series
 


Housed in a custom-designed Kennedy Junior High metal locker, The Wonder Years Complete Series DVD collection features all 115 episodes, along with over 15 hours of specially-produced bonus programming on 26 DVDs - the cast reunion, exclusive interviews, never-before-seen outtakes of Kevin and Winnie's first kiss, and more!


You'll also get:
2 composition books, just like Kevin and Winnie used, filled with background stories, photos, and production notes
A replica yearbook, with behind-the-scenes production material, photos and other memorabilia
Custom Wonder Years magnets to decorate your locker
 
Pre-Order 'The Wonder Years' Complete Series
 
Complete your Wonder Years purchase by upgrading to The Wonder Years Experience - the complete series on DVD, PLUS everything you need to fit right in at Kennedy Junior High... a Wildcats t-shirt and tube socks, Kennedy Junior High gym bag, collectible Wonder Years pins, and more!  Pre-Order »
Available for Pre-Sale: 'The Wonder Years' Experience


The Wonder Years Signature Edition

 
Available for Pre-Sale: 'The Wonder Years' Signature Edition  We also have a limited number of The Wonder Years Signature Edition -- hand-signed by Fred Savage, Danica McKellar and other cast members. Don't wait!  Pre-Order Now » 
 

From,
The Team at StarVista Entertainment

Here's the link to See all the details and pre-order info for all the set options.