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Fringe
Finally, you can order the Fringe Season 3 Blu-ray at Amazon. For fans of the Fringe television series and Blu-ray discs, this is great news. For the rest of you, well, you probably don’t care, so why are you reading this?
Fringe: The Complete Third Season Blu-ray
The Fringe season 3 Blu-ray release date is September 6, 2011.
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Since this is a series that demands it be watched in the proper episode order so that you can follow what’s going on, this makes a great TV show on Blu-ray purchase. You want to be able to sit down and watch the Fringe episodes back to back and you also want to watch them in order or you could find yourself confused, not to mention you’ll miss subtleties in the progression of the layered story lines.
Starring:
- Anna Torv (Olivia)
- Joshua Jackson (Peter)
- John Noble
Season 3 Episodes on the Blu-ray Set
- Olivia
- The Box
- The Plateau
- Do Shapeshifters Dream of Electric Sheep?
- Amber 31422
- 6955 kHz
- The Abducted…
- Entrada
- Marionette
- The Firefly
- Reciprocity
- Concentrate and Ask Again
- Immortality
- 6 B
- Subject 13
- Os
- Stowaway
- Bloodline
- Lysergic Acid Diethylamide
- 6:02 AM EST
- The Last Sam Weiss
- The Day We Died
The 22 episodes included in this release make up a very strong season. Enjoy watching them again and again.
Special Features and Extras
- The Mythology of Fringe
- Fringe: Analyzing the Scene Sidebars on 6 Key Episodes
- In the Lab with John Noble and Prop Master Rob Smith
- Commentary on 4 Episodes by Series Stars and Creative Team
- Unusual Side Effects: Gag Reel
- Dissected Files: Unaired Scenes
- Also includes The Unearthed Episode starring Kirk Acevedo as Charlie
Fringe Season 3 Blu-ray Box Cover
Of course, you can always purchase the Fringe Season 3 DVD box set instead if you don’t have a Blu-ray player.
Lynn (@scififantasies) has shared a Tweet with you: “SFXmagazine: Exclusive Comic-Con interview with Merlin’s Colin Morgan talking about series 4 http://t.co/u0bXHSK”
Exclusive Comic-Con interview with Merlin’s Colin Morgan talking about series 4 http://t.co/u0bXHSK
— SFX magazine (@SFXmagazine) July 25, 2011
I watched the video and found it quite interesting. :) I like the hint that Merlin can’t continue to hide his magic forever. I would love to see him exposed as a sorcerer before the end of the series, because I think it would be fascinating to see Arthur come to terms with it.
If you loved the show, why not buy it on DVD? Fringe: The Complete First Season and Fringe: The Complete Second Season.
The news is out that Fringe has been renewed for a set of 22 episodes, making it a full season renewal for the show. Many fans were worried Fox wouldn’t choose to renew the series for a half-season, so this full season pick up for Fringe is good news for lots of people.
TV by the Numbers asks if DVR viewing helped save Fringe from cancellation. In a nutshell, I think the post answers: very little.
I love DVR viewing. In fact, that’s how I watch almost every show I watch on TV, and I do mean EVERY. I even record the news and watch it later. So this is sad news to me. But unfortunately, I’m not willing to give up my time any more than I already do for any of the shows I watch (which frankly feels like too much time a lot of the time anyway!)
I’m a huge fan of television series. I prefer TV over movies hands down and would love to support these shows better, but like many people, the only reason I’m able to watch the television I do watch these days is because of DVDs, DVRs, and services like Netflix, where I’m able to condense an hour of television time down to about 40 minutes.
I wrote a bunch of stuff here that went off on a tangent about ads and television, and how I don’t think ads have to ruin a show. I made it into its own post though because it was quite off the subject of Fringe’s season renewal. I hope you take the time to read it here.
I haven’t watched Fringe for a while, after losing interest in this particular television series early on because of air time conflicts. However, I’ve heard good things about it from the fans who love it, so the day will probably come when I’ll catch up and watch, as long as the Fringe writers don’t do anything stupid and ruin Fringe in the end.
Some series that I loved but will not be buying on DVD or watching again EVER for that very reason: Syfy’s Battlestar Galactica, Quantum Leap, Farscape. Many people don’t find a television series ruined by a single bad episode or two at the end of a show–or a single bad wrap up movie. I’m not one of those people.
For all the fans who care, here’s hoping Fringe has a few more great seasons ahead of it.
Although I had never intended to watch Being Human, I’ve found I really like this television show. It’s darker than I usually enjoy but there’s something very appealing about it. Aidan tries hard to be normal while Josh just seems so earnest and Sally is sympathetic. The characters work, the setting works, the villains work: the show works.
If you haven’t watched, check it out. Being Human airs on Mondays at 8 pm central time on Syfy.
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Goblin’s Gold – Review
Goblin’s Gold
I’d summarize this episode as: Merlin accidently releases a mischievous goblin, which then causes all kinds of hilarious trouble for Merlin, Gaius, Uther, and Arthur. Things get out of hand, and Merlin must stop the goblin before it gets Gaius–and Merlin–killed.
Goblin’s Gold (Syfy recap – major spoilers) is the kind of episode that lightens things up while still maintaining the tension established in The Tears of Uther Pendragon. Events conspire to create possible future conflicts with Morgana and Gaius, while Arthur proves he’s not yet ready to accept Merlin as a Sorcerer.
There were a few inconsistencies of character in the story, but nothing so drastic that the episode didn’t hold together. Uther proved a bit too forgiving; Morgana didn’t take full advantage of the situation; Arthur accepted Merlin’s guilt a little too passively.
But after seeing last week’s previews of what this episode had in store, I wasn’t disappointed. Goblin’s Gold was a hilarious and fun diversion after the more serious two-part season opener, The Tears of Uther Pendragon. What did you think?
Buy Merlin Season 1 DVD box set or Merlin Season 2 DVD box set at Amazon
Click images above for each current Merlin DVD set price
If you’ve missed any episodes from the first or second season of Merlin, now’s a good time to catch up. Although most episodes are stand-alone, the show has been on long enough now that missing too many episodes means you might not understand the implications of everything that happens. The animosity between Morgana and Merlin, the developing relationship between Arthur and Gwen…all these things are building on previous episodes at this point.
Merlin episodes aren’t available on Amazon on Demand. So, buying the Merlin DVD sets is the best way to support the show and watch some excellent fantasy TV.
Here’s a list of the books in the Merlin book series. These are the YA books from Bantam and most are also available as ebooks.
(UPDATE: Most of these books are out of print now, but you can occasionally still find used copies. Just check your favorite online used book store.)
- The Dragon’s Call
- Valiant
- The Mark of Nimueh
- The Poisoned Chalice
- A Fighting Chance
- The Sorcerer’s Curse
- Dangerous Quests
- The Last Dragonlord
- The Nightmare Begins
- The Adventures of Merlin: The Complete Guide
- The Adventures of Merlin: Villains Guide
- The Adventures of Merlin: Heroes Guide
If you find yourself wanting a deeper look at the Merlin television series, these books give you the chance to get into the heads of your favorite characters in a way you can’t do through the TV.
Keep reading for more descriptions of the books and images of the book covers. They’re nice enough to want to add to anyone’s Merlin collection.
Merlin Books Series (BBC TV Series)
Merlin: The Dragon’s Call
Merlin arrives in bustling Camelot eager to make his way in the world and with a sense that some greater destiny is calling to him. But he soon finds that amidst the excitement there is a darker side to Camelot. Magic is outlawed here, so Merlin must keep his unique magical talents a closely guarded secret…
Merlin: Valiant
A mysterious new knight arrives in Camelot for the sword tournament. His fighting skills are impressive but Merlin suspects that dark magic is involved. With Prince Arthur next in line to fight, time is running out for Merlin to prove that evil is afoot…
Merlin: The Mark of Nimueh
A deadly plague is rife in Camelot and Gwen is suspected of witchcraft. Merlin must help Gaius find a cure and save his friend from execution…
Merlin: The Poisoned Chalice
Merlin is poisoned by the sorceress Nimueh and Arthur seeks the only antidote that can save him – but the prince is walking into a trap…
Merlin: A Fighting Chance
Merlin wants to help his new friend, Lancelot, become a Knight of Camelot – but it’s not as easy as he hopes. Then the Lady Morgana is struck down by a mystery illness. Gaius is baffled and a new physician arrives to help. He seems to have all the answers, but Merlin suspects that there’s something sinister going on. With a graphic novel element to bring the text to life, this book covers two TV episodes (#5 and #6 from the first season)…
Merlin: The Sorcerer’s Curse
A treasure trove is discovered deep beneath Camelot but when the spirit of an evil sorcerer is unwittingly unleashed, Merlin quickly discovers that all that glitters is not gold. Meanwhile, a deadly assassin has arrived in Camelot. His aim? To kill Arthur. Will Merlin be able to save the prince from the killer’s lethal blade. This book covers two TV episodes (#1 and #2 from the second season)…
Merlin: Dangerous Quests
When Arthur kills a unicorn, Merlin knows that terrible consequences lie in store for Camelot and its people. And things are set to get worse. After a hunting trip in the forest, Arthur is fatally attacked by a savage beast. As the Crown Prince lies dying, Gauis knows that dark magic is at work and Merlin is the only one who can save him – but at what cost? With a graphic novel element that brings the text to life, this book covers two TV episodes (#11 and #13 from the first season)…
Merlin: The Last Dragonlord
This is a spellbinding, action-packed book covering three exciting episodes of Merlin. The powerful enchantress Morgause arrives in Camelot. Set on destroying the bond between Uther and his son, she revives the seven deadly Knights of Medhir. While Arthur and Merlin ride out to face the Knights, everyone in Camelot is plunged into a deep and impenetrable sleep – everyone but Morgana. Desperate for a cure, Merlin is forced to beg for the Great Dragon’s help, but it comes at a price: the Dragon’s freedom. Why has Morgana escaped the effects of this powerful magic? And once free, will the Great Dragon wreak it’s vengeance on Camelot once and for all?
Merlin: The Nightmare Begins
When Morgana’s nightmares spill into waking hours she becomes terrified that she has magic. Gaius is determined to keep her in the dark for her own good but Merlin won’t stand by and watch his friend suffer. He knows exactly what she’s going through and he knows she needs the truth. Is Merlin about to reveal his secret at last? Willfully disobeying Gaius, Merlin risks everything to help Morgana, little guessing what the far reaching consequences might be. Lives are put in danger, loyalties are tested, and Morgana is reunited with the strange young druid boy Mordred, who the Dragon predicted would one day kill Arthur…
The Adventures of Merlin: The Complete Guide
This guide contains all you need to know about the world of Merlin. Explore Merlin’s world and find out all there is to know about the characters and their secrets. Contains facts and great imagery of all the cast, locations, and props. Discover the lore and legend of Merlin. Looks at each character and their various relationships as well as exploring the baddies and the monsters that lurk in Camelot. Never seen before footage as well as maps and spells from the spell book finish this complete guide. Welcome to Camelot! Enter the magical world of Merlin. Uncover secrets about the characters and delve into the murky history of some of Camelot’s mysterious visitors. Meet villains and heroes, deadly beasts and ethereal creatures in this must-have guide for all Merlin fans. Discover: Secrets about each character. Pages from Merlin’s Book of Spells. A must have for any Merlin fan!
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The Adventures of Merlin: Villains Guide
This the official guide contains facts and profiles from the hit TV show. In a land of myth and a time of magic there is a constant battle to maintain the balance of the world. Evil forces are at work to destabilize the kingdom. Meet the villains out to destroy Camelot in this official guide. Filled with tales of dreadful deeds, fascinating facts and fun activities this is the must-have guide for all “Merlin” fans…
The Adventures of Merlin: Heroes Guide
This the official guide contains facts and profiles from the hit TV show. Enter the magical world of Merlin! In a land of myth and a time of magic the world is in need of heroes. Meet the brave champions of Camelot in this official guide. Filled with tales of bravery, fascinating facts and fun activities this is the must-have guide for all “Merlin” fans…
These Merlin books are available in print or as ebooks
To read the ebooks all you need is one of the free ebook readers available for download on Google Play or the Apple store then you can read these books right on your mobile device.
Of course, many fans prefer to have the print copies on their shelves. If that’s the case, most of these are available through third-party sellers. I’ve bought SGA books through third-party sellers before and had no problems receiving any of them.
The Tears of Uther Pendragon
A short summary of the episode might go like this. The end of season two saw Morgana taken away by her sister Morgause. The Tears of Uther Pendragon opens a year later. After an exhaustive search for Morgana, Arthur and his knights find her, bedraggled and downtrodden, ready to be rescued. Morgana returns to Camelot, where Merlin worries that she will tell someone about his previous attempt to poison her, but she tells him she understands why he did it. He believes her, but begins to have doubts about her loyalty to Camelot and must take action to discover her real purpose for returning to Camelot.
I use the term review loosely here, because I don’t have a special way of reviewing an episode once I’ve watched it, and I also don’t tend to look beneath the surface for deep meanings, allegory, or metaphors.
What I do look for is enjoyment, excitement, continuity, drama, character development, and, just, STORY. Good story.
High story. The kind that pulls me in, holds me tight, and doesn’t let me go until days later, when I finally quit going over and over it in my head.
Merlin’s The Tears of Uther Pendragon Parts 1 and 2 are just such a pair of episodes. Click the link for Syfy’s summary, but beware of spoilers.
I enjoyed the interaction between Merlin and Arthur, Merlin and Morgana, and Morgause and Cenred. I also like to see Uther suffer a little for his bloodlust and this pair of episodes gave me some of that. I did think Morgana’s creepy evil smiles were a bit overdone, although I liked the first few. After a while though, they seemed to come a little too frequently and even seemed a bit cliché.
Still, I waited all week for the second part of The Tears of Uther Pendragon and I loved it! What did you think?
Buy Merlin Season 1 DVD box set or Merlin Season 2 DVD box set at Amazon
If you’ve missing any episodes of either season, you should catch up before too many episodes of the new season air because the show is more enjoyable when you’re clear on what’s gone before. Otherwise, you might end up confused about what’s happening now. Most episodes are stand-alone with a few exceptions, but like any good series, new material often builds on old!
You can’t catch up on Amazon’s Video on Demand, because Merlin isn’t available there (likely because of licensing issues, Merlin isn’t available on most U.S. based sites where you would normally purchase episodes to watch online or download to your computer or TV to watch).
I know this because my copy of the Merlin Season 2 DVD just shipped. I’m excited to know Merlin is on its way to my home! I preordered the DVD set a few months ago and I get two day shipping so I expect to have it Tuesday (or Monday if I’m lucky).
Merlin’s season two was excellent.
Although some people have claimed it’s too modern, I disagree. I think the fact that Merlin isn’t stuck too firmly “in period” keeps the show relatable and is one reason my entire family enjoys the show.
There’s a great combination of drama, humor, and angst to keep everyone entertained. Merlin and Arthur both have a way a grow over the course of the series and it’s exciting to watch them wrestle with the issues that will eventually shape and mold the characters of each.
Merlin is my find of the year (since I had no clue what I was missing until early October of this year when I caught the first season on Netflix).
If you haven’t seen an episode yet, you should definitely check out this family friendly, medieval fantasy series. It’s a great TV show from BBC and it’s currently airing season 3 at the moment on Syfy.
The season 2 DVD has 5 discs and contains special features, including:
- cast and crew introduction to season two
- cast and crew audio commentaries
- Behind the Scenes
- The Making of Merlin
- a photo gallery
- wallpapers
The episodes in season 2 of Merlin are:
- The Curse of Cornelius Sigan
- The Once and Future Queen
- The Nightmare Begins
- Lancelot and Guinevere
- Beauty and the Beast, Part One
- Beauty and the Beast, Part Two
- The Witchfinder
- The Sins of the Father
- The Lady of the Lake
- Sweet Dreams
- The Witch’s Quickening
- The Fires of Idirsholas
- The Last Dragonlord