Recent content by Tom.W

AFAIK, none of the songs were written specifically for the show. A couple that come to mind are Someone to Watch Over Me (1926) and Don't Bring Lulu (1925). So that's encouraging. Seems logical that the producers would limit the song catalogue used to the 1920's.

I agree, Randall! Very big and welcome surprise. I read that the leads did not enjoy working on Alaskans, for various reasons, mainly so-so scripts. But another breakthrough in the Warners library is a long awaited treat. It'll be fun to finally view this show in a watchable presentation. My...

Recent Tributes To Your Favorite Classic TV Stars: Just watched James Hong in an episode of New Adventures of Charlie Chan - Number 1 son! Glad he and Marta Kristen are still with us. Too bad we lost one of Marta's contemporaries Diana Millay a few years ago. They remain fixed in my memory as...

The Ghost and Mrs. Muir and Nanny and the Professor aired uncut in 40 minute time slots on Get Tv in 2016. I think this was shortly after the Australian release of Ghost. They both looked very good. I seem to recall Nanny airing possibly on MeTv or one of its affiliates around that time.

Surprising great news. Thanks for letting us know, Stan. I always liked Donald May in his other series and guest appearances, so that will be an added benefit. Don't know how much singing Dorothy Provine did in The Alaskans, but my guess is that would limit the chances of it being released. I...

I generally search for either new Christmas episodes or ones that I haven't watched in recent years. I watched the Ozzie and Harriet episode Late Christmas Gift this week and will probably watch the Fruitcake and another in the next few days. The Girl in the Emporium and A Piano in the...

I like those episodes too. Forecast: Low Clouds And Coastal Fog has a nice dramatic performance by Inger Stevens. An interesting contrast from her role in Farmer's Daughter. A couple of others with nice twists and good suspense are Goodbye George and Final Performance. Probably my favorite...

Glad of that, Randall, and that you didn't have the hassle of being disappointed with unplayable discs! Interesting that Kris' real life father was Tom Harmon, Heisman Trophy winner from his days at U. Michigan, and later a well-known sportscaster. Maybe just a coincidence that she never...

I did an A/B comparison with my copies from MeTV+ and Goodlife when they began on Plus about two years ago. MeTV+ is definitely sped up. It's noticeable in some dialogue. Most of the teasers are cut from MeTV+. There may be some minor cuts (less than one minute). In all likelihood, the edits...

I've watched more of the hours and still haven't done much of the half hours which I'll get to soon. Probably some nostalgia with the hours since I liked them when I was around 10 years old watching them in first run. Casey was more of a hard ass and the writing was probably more realistic...

Maybe that was a good sign after all, Gary. There was an actual eclipse today which the folks out west could see.. Got confirmation today that season 14 is due to arrive October 24-27.

Just got the email we've all been waiting for. Estimated delivery date from Amazon on October 20 - October 23rd! This is a very nice Friday the 13th!!

Something similar happened to me with Dr. Kildare, although less serious. The discs for season 2 were reversed in the cases, ie., part 1 in the case for part 2, etc. I didn't bother to change it but at least it's a fixable error. Seems like quality control for these mod releases is less than...

I agree that Bachelor Father is a milder, safer comedy. I've been watching the Antenna TV episodes for some time. I like to see who shows up as a guest star and object of Bentley's pursuits. Also Sammee Tong is probably the funniest character for me and the least safe as he usually speaks his...

Interesting note about June Blair. I was reading an old tv guide and noticed that she was listed as a one of the cast on Two Faces West (1960-61). She was apparently a semi-regular there (six episodes). I remember her also from the Water Nymphs episode of Sea Hunt.