According to forum member "GelflingWaldo" of MuppetCentral.com - a recent email to 'Hit! Entertainment' regarding the possibility of a DVD release for “The Christmas Toy” and the subsequent TV Show, “The Secret Life of Toys”, returned the following response courtesy of the Director of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations for HIT Entertainment...
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| Thanks for your comments. We are already on the case! You should be able to expect good things in the coming year with regards to this issue. - Simon Forrest |
The original email read as follows...
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| Dear HIT Entertainment, The television show "Jim Henson's The Secret Life of Toys" was one of the most entertaining shows I ever saw, and I would adore seeing a complete collection of all 13 episodes of "Jim Henson's The Secret Life of Toys" on the DVD format along with the holiday special "The Christmas Toy". I'm sure all the parties involved would want the show and special properly re-released to the public, and recognize a great marketplace for it. "Jim Henson's The Secret Life of Toys" and "The Christmas Toy" were delightful productions that featured a wonderful look at what our toys do when we're not around. The show is excellent for all ages, from little children to adults. "The Secret Life of Toys" has touched the lives of so many people; millions of people grew-up with the show, and to be able to see the show again would make thousands of fans smile with joy. "The Christmas Toy", the special that the TV show was based off, is one of my favorite holiday movies and has all the charm and magic of the TV show. I can not imagine a holiday with out watching it, but sadly my old VHS tapes are wearing out and in a few years I may be unable to share this classic with my family and friends; unless a proper DVD release is created. It's been over 19-years since "The Christmas Toy" was first shown, and over 10-years since "The Secret Life of Toys" premiered on TV; yet today fans are still excited by any news about the show and are eager to share their memories and feelings. I hope that HIT Entertainment and The Jim Henson Company can work together to create a great DVD collection for the existing fans of "Jim Henson's The Secret Life of Toys" and "The Christmas Toy", and possibly build a new generation of fans. Please release the 13 episodes of the classic TV show and the Christmas special "The Christmas Toy" on DVD so the fans can again celebrate the magical life of the toys again. Thank you for your time and consideration. Please keep the magic alive, and let the world enjoy the secret life of toys again. |
Though obviously nothing has been confirmed, this is as-close to a confirmation as possible, I think... sounds very promising and I'm really excited!!!
Way to go HIT!!!
