LittleRickyII 310 Report post Posted May 27, 2015 From what I understand, they weren't colorized specifically for the DVD releases. They were done several years previously for some syndication markets. Sony released both because they had both on hand. I, too, have never seen those versions broadcast, although they are commonplace on streaming sites as well. I'm glad to know the reruns are in B&W in some places still, and the Mill Creek re-releases only include the B&W versions. That's interesting. I wonder what (if any) markets have broadcast those episodes in color? I, too, have noticed that the streaming sites -- all the ones I've seen -- do use the colorized versions. I've just never seen them shown on television. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HarryCarter 1,220 Report post Posted May 27, 2015 I believe the colorized Bewitched episodes aired in Canada before the DVD releases. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mot Morenzi 1,733 Report post Posted May 27, 2015 That's interesting. I wonder what (if any) markets have broadcast those episodes in color? I, too, have noticed that the streaming sites -- all the ones I've seen -- do use the colorized versions. I've just never seen them shown on television. I'd be curious to know, too. Perhaps it's more common in overseas markets. Sony didn't even bother to release the B&W editions outside America. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mot Morenzi 1,733 Report post Posted May 27, 2015 I believe the colorized Bewitched episodes aired in Canada before the DVD releases. Ah, there we go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brock 3,448 Report post Posted May 27, 2015 I believe the colorized Bewitched episodes aired in Canada before the DVD releases. Yes, they did. I have only seen the colourized episodes in Canadian syndication, same with I Dream of Jeannie. When FX was in its infancy about 15 - 17 years ago, they aired the colourized Bewitched as part of their morning lineup. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucille Ball fan 42 Report post Posted May 27, 2015 I think each colorized episode will be put on its respective Ultimate Season blu-ray as an extra. I have a sneaking suspicion that CBS will be repressing the Christmas DVD to include the three new episodes. If it's not marketed specifically as a Christmas release, it'll include all six. So nobody panic. They'll get put out there eventually. Both very good ideas, Ultimate Season blu ray extra or Christmas dvd I just want LA At Last and Lucy and Superman released on disc in color. One would think that CBS would have released the new color shows after the Superstar Special aired. I just wonder if and when the two color shows will be availabe on blu ray or dvd. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C L A U D E 2,005 Report post Posted May 28, 2015 Maybe I need to take another look, but when I first saw those Bewitched colorized episodes several years ago, I was very impressed and could hardly distinguish them from the actual color episodes. Well, it's been a really long time for me too so maybe YOU're right. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C L A U D E 2,005 Report post Posted May 28, 2015 I have a sneaking suspicion that CBS will be repressing the Christmas DVD to include the three new episodes. If it's not marketed specifically as a Christmas release, it'll include all six. So nobody panic. They'll get put out there eventually. I know that but i still can't wait that long, Christmas is a long way off when you are talking about Lucy you know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C L A U D E 2,005 Report post Posted May 28, 2015 I think each colorized episode will be put on its respective Ultimate Season blu-ray as an extra. That sounds like a great way to sell them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C L A U D E 2,005 Report post Posted May 28, 2015 Both very good ideas, Ultimate Season blu ray extra or Christmas dvd I just want LA At Last and Lucy and Superman released on disc in color. One would think that CBS would have released the new color shows after the Superstar Special aired. I just wonder if and when the two color shows will be availabe on blu ray or dvd. Same here, can't wait. Should have tried recording them with my dvd recorder, but feared that dreaded COULDN'T GET SIGNAL . . .Maybe i'll try for the rerun if that happens. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mot Morenzi 1,733 Report post Posted May 28, 2015 Both very good ideas, Ultimate Season blu ray extra or Christmas dvd I just want LA At Last and Lucy and Superman released on disc in color. One would think that CBS would have released the new color shows after the Superstar Special aired. I just wonder if and when the two color shows will be availabe on blu ray or dvd. It isn't a case of if, but when. People involved have already alluded to the footage cut for time being included for future releases. It'll get issued in some form. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C L A U D E 2,005 Report post Posted May 29, 2015 It isn't a case of if, but when. People involved have already alluded to the footage cut for time being included for future releases. It'll get issued in some form. Get i can get that in writing? Notarized? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JYuhas 29 Report post Posted June 20, 2015 In case any Lucy Lounge members don't know, I created a Facebook group called, "I Love Lucy" Fans Who Want More Newly Colorized "I Love Lucy" Episode's" I'm almost up to 400 members, so far. There are a lot of color and colorized still photographs, as well as screenshots, too. If you'd like to join, please do. Here's the link. https://www.facebook.com/groups/853567701383742/ I also created a new photo album with screenshots from The Newly Colorized Classic "LA at Last" Episode. Here's the link.https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.yuhas/media_set?set=a.907756169270272.1073741913.100001076931976&type=3 If you'd like to send me a friend request, here's my personal Facebook link https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.yuhas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brock 3,448 Report post Posted August 16, 2015 Mr. Watson reports there is another Christmas special with a newly colourized instalment in the works this year! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucille Ball fan 42 Report post Posted August 16, 2015 Great news. Now I hope Mr. Watson will post soon with all the details. What are the dvd release plans if any for the color LA At Last and Lucy And Superman shows? Thanks Mr. Watson and Brock for the Christmas special update. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mot Morenzi 1,733 Report post Posted August 17, 2015 Mr. Watson reports there is another Christmas special with a newly colourized instalment in the works this year! Drafted, perhaps? 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjw 199 Report post Posted August 18, 2015 Drafted, perhaps? Bite your Aussie tongue, birthday boy! As weird as it sounds, however, I have got to admit (albeit not too loudly) that I grew a little fonder of this very weak episode after working on the Season One blu-ray set. I guess when you work/live with a given episode for hours and days at a time, it takes on a life of its own... I came to appreciate the fact that we see not only the usual Ricardo livingroom, but the Mertz livingroom, the Ricardo bathroom and the Ricardo hallway/closet... It helps make the setting seem all the more real... And I love the fact that the original broadcast included the Christmas "tag"... Too bad the episode had such a silly "sitcom" script! 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mot Morenzi 1,733 Report post Posted August 19, 2015 Bite your Aussie tongue, birthday boy! As weird as it sounds, however, I have got to admit (albeit not too loudly) that I grew a little fonder of this very weak episode after working on the Season One blu-ray set. I guess when you work/live with a given episode for hours and days at a time, it takes on a life of its own... I came to appreciate the fact that we see not only the usual Ricardo livingroom, but the Mertz livingroom, the Ricardo bathroom and the Ricardo hallway/closet... It helps make the setting seem all the more real... And I love the fact that the original broadcast included the Christmas "tag"... Too bad the episode had such a silly "sitcom" script! Hahaha! I've never been too bothered by this episode, although watching it now I can understand why it's not very popular. The script is very silly and the cast is obviously "acting," but you're absolutely right that it does show off the apartments very well. Plus, I've always cracked up at Ricky's line, "well don't look at US!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeySoCal 1,051 Report post Posted August 20, 2015 Drafted, perhaps? Nooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mmadluv7 222 Report post Posted August 20, 2015 maybe Ricky and Fred are TV Fans Lucy Is Enciente Bon Voyage Lucy in The Swiss Alps Lucy Does The Tango/ Ragtime Band Sentimental Anniversary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mot Morenzi 1,733 Report post Posted August 20, 2015 maybe Ricky and Fred are TV Fans Really? I personally love that episode but it's never been one of the widely requested ones, as far as I know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brock 3,448 Report post Posted August 20, 2015 I'd love to see a Connecticut episode colourized since we've already had renditions of the two apartments and the Beverly Palms. The Country Club Dance would be a fun one, with an added Christmas bonus of Barbara Eden participating in some capacity. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mot Morenzi 1,733 Report post Posted August 20, 2015 I'd love to see a Connecticut episode colourized since we've already had renditions of the two apartments and the Beverly Palms. The Country Club Dance would be a fun one, with an added Christmas bonus of Barbara Eden participating in some capacity. Or "Lucy Raises Tulips." Since we already know what color the tulips were, that'd make it easy I'm still not thrilled with all of this, but I admit that "Lucy is Envious" would be interesting, what with the Empire State Building scene and those colorful Martian getups. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brock 3,448 Report post Posted August 20, 2015 Or "Lucy Raises Tulips." Since we already know what color the tulips were, that'd make it easy With the tulips appearing so bright in glorious black and white, I wonder if they would have the same problem trying to colourize them as they had with the illuminated Christmas lights. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
britt5587 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2015 Sticking with most of the classics being colorized, perhaps Lucy Does a TV Commercial? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
