Product Description Join the crew of the Seaview aboard their super high-tech submarine, where no mission is too dangerous and no threat is too deadly, be it enemy agents, mad scientists, deadly sea creatures, or impending nuclear disaster. .com In its second season, Irwin Allen's science-fiction-adventure series Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea shifted its tone from a mostly serious program based around stories of Cold War intrigue to an out-and-out fantasy show, complete with monsters, ghosts, and time travel. By the launch of its third season (1966-67), that format was firmly in place (solidified, no doubt, by the success of Allen's similarly themed Lost in Space and The Time Tunnel, which were also running at the same time), and the crew of the Seaview battled all manner of bizarre creatures over the course of the 13 episodes compiled in this three-disc set, including werewolves, radioactive plant creatures, dinosaurs, scores of aliens, and even a spook or two. Critics and first-season Voyage fans have decried these episodes for decades, but there's no denying that their child-like charms remain intact, even as the special effects age most ungracefully; highlights, such as they were, for the first half of season 3 include "Werewolf" (Richard Basehart's Admiral Nelson contracts a virus that turns him into a wolfman; this storyline was picked up in the second half of season 3 in "Brand of the Beast"), "Deadly Waters" (Kowalski's brother is trapped in a sub, but the crewman cannot save him), "The Lost Bomb" (the Seaview must deactivate a bomb on the ocean floor before an enemy sub reaches it), and the truly ludicrous "The Plant Man" (evil scientist wants to create an army of leafy green soldiers) and "The Terrible Toys" (aliens use toys to destroy the Seaview). Season 3, Volume 1 is rich with campy fun, and should carry considerable appeal to viewers who remember Voyage fondly from afternoon reruns. The set includes several extras, including interviews with star David Hedison (including an audio-only chat from 1966), galleries of publicity and episode shots (and a glimpse at the Voyage comic book), fan letters, and more. --Paul Gaita
D**O
love this DVD thank you.
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R**B
Fifty Years on, This Show has Sealegs
Ok, I’m a Baby Boomer and this was my older brothers favorite show, but I confess I may have only watched one or two episodes during its run. For some reason it didn’t interest this ten year old. Then a few months ago I was admiring the cover art of one of these sets and decided to give the Seaview a second chance. Now I am a half season away from getting the entire run of VBS. What hooks me is a great cast that no matter the highs and lows of the scripts, rise above the plot with the extraordinary chemistry of the crew. Only once have I sensed a crack: Capt Crane is telling Chip about the Admirals report from a volcanic island: it ends with something about “and he’s under attack by a giant lizard!” Now this is delivered deadpan by Hedison to an equally deadpan Dowdle, but...I get the feeling this one took several takes because the actors HAD to be cracking up over this absurd line. That aside, other than a superb cast, the Seaviews exterior and interior shots are darn impressive even today!So now I see what my brother saw in the show and am a diehard fan.
S**Y
Still watching
Thus far, These seasons have been working fine. each chapter or episode is a trip down memory lane.What with the Monsters we all face in real life, these movie monsters are a hoot. A great escape from reality, without the effects of drugs. Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea - Season Three, Volume One , This whole season works on the idea of " What If ", And the fact that this & every show is dome without " C.G.I.", makes the viewing that much better.However, with the way we are currently raising our children to be Passive these days, I would suggest that no child under 10 be allowed to see the shows.
M**E
Childhood Favorite
I remember watching this TV show as a child and being very fascinated with the cool submarine Seaview and its underwater exploits. Its nice to relive these fond memories as well as to have a better understanding of the episode. I never have to worry about language, sex, or offensive material either. That is especially nice when grandkids are around. I really appreciate the option of viewing what you want to watch rather than what a network or particular channel wants. This is a fun, enjoyable, and relaxing series.
E**N
Wonderful entertainment
Loved this show many years ago, Richard Basehart was a fine actor underappreciated. Only thing not all episodes are not included. David Jackson is also a favorite.
R**D
'S'more than just the "monster-of-the-week"
Irwin Allen's sci-fi classic has received its share of both praise and condemnation. While the show showcased impressive 60's special effects, along with the stellar performances of stars Richard Basehart ("Admiral Nelson") and David Hedison (Captain Crane), it was often criticized for its over-the-top monsters and occasionally absurd situations.However, when viewed as a reflection of its time, the show carefully blended all its elements into an entertaining and adventurous hour. The thirteen episodes on this compilation feature some of the series' strongest episodes, along with a couple that fall flat. But, even those that aren't up to par are still fascinating enough to hold the viewer's interest and can be overlooked for their scientific and/or logical "liberties."The episodes appear in their correct airing order, and, with that arrangement, viewers can take a nostalgic trip back in time to days of less "politically correct" and more innocent times.This reviewer feels that the show's third season should have started with "The Day the World Ended," a taut and thrilling episode featuring former child actor Skip Homeier as a U.S. Senator that's not all he's cracked up to be. Unfortunately, the season began with "Monster from the Inferno," a not-so-bad installment about an alien entity (voiced by "Lost in Space's" Dick Trufeld) that attempts to take over the Seaview with the aide of scientist Arthur Hill."Death Watch" is basically a three-man piece showcasing the two principal characters, along with Chief Sharkey (Terry Becker)."The Thing from Inner Space," though not that good, does give significant screen time to cast member Paul Trinka as "Crewman Patterson." Perennial fan favorite Del Monroe ("Kowalski") continues to play a significant role on the show and gets highlighted on "Deadly Waters," with Don Gordon featured as his brother.Richard Bull continues in his role as the unnamed but much-needed "Doc."Even radio operator "Sparks" (Arch Whiting) has more than five lines in a given installment.Upon back-to-back viewing, one discovers that crewman "Ron" (Ron Stein) was an early version of "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine's" Morn; that is, a character that is voiceless but appears frequently in the background."Ron" even gets addressed in one installment!"The Lost Bomb" is a throwback to the first season in that it deals with an undersea conflict with an enemy submarine intent on capturing a submerged bomb.Basehart gets to assay two roles in the entertaining "The Haunted Submarine" while "The Terrible Toys" features veteran Paul Fix as a sailor with a malevolent cargo.The infamous and often-lambasted "The Plant Man" starts strong but loses steam when the plant mutates into plant "men" walking the corridors of the Seaview.But it is still better than the remaining two.Henry Jones, who would later appear as "Mr. Pem" in two installments, guests on the lackluster "Night of Terror" while Charles Aidman bears his fangs in "Werewolf," two of the weakest in the show's entire four-year run.Rounding out the set are interviews with David Hedison, still galleries, and a FULL issue of the now-defunct Gold Key comic version of the show.Memories abound as baby boomers and future fans can take another "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea."
S**.
Awesome seller!
Great communication, packaging and product quality.
J**A
Video delight
It is getting difficult to find these DVDs in my area. I had to have this volume for my Voyage To the Bottom of the Sea collection. Richard Basehart is a splendid actor and he never failed to deliver in each episode...even in the few he was not primarily in. The supplier got me an excellent DVD in record time via the snail mail as well.
M**W
Five Stars
just like star trek
E**A
Great edition
Received what expected. Wonderful release. Back to when the TV was in black and white. Better tthan the spanish release
B**E
Monster und Uboote
Auch in der dritten Season ist die Seaview wieder unterwegs, um sich Seemonstern, Aliens und sonstigen Gefahren zu stellen...Das Box-Set besteht aus 3 doppelseitigen DVDs (Achtung: Regionalcode 1, nicht kompatibel mit europäischen DVD-Spielern!) und enthält neben der englischsprachigen Fassung auch noch eine Spanische Fassung sowie Untertitel in den beiden Sprachen. Ein Hinweis am Rande: Da es sich um die Original- US-Ausgabe handelt, gibt es keine deutsche Tonspur.
A**N
Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea Season 3 Vol 1
As a fan of the series I would buy these DVD's. Although dated they are still watchable.
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