I Love Lucy: The Complete Series Blu-ray is a massive 33-disc collection of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz’s iconic show that lives up to its legacy in all the right ways.
“In October 1951, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz debuted the first episode of what was to become one of the best-loved and most-watched TV shows of all time. Zany redhead Lucy and her Cuban bandleader husband Ricky Ricardo, along with their neighbors and comic foils Ethel and Fred Mertz (Vivian Vance and William Frawley), got into the most hilarious predicaments ever imaginable. Overflowing with notable guest stars and escapades that never lose their entertainment value, it’s no wonder why everyone still loves Lucy. This must-own collection contains all the classic episodes from the six seasons of I Love Lucy (1951-1957) plus the iconic remastered The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour (1957-1960), and a newly colorized and never-before-released ‘Lucy and the Loving Cup’ episode,” says the official description.
The classic sitcom’s quality speaks for itself. I Love Lucy was a sensation with its 180 episodes spanning six seasons and lasting decades on syndication. I grew up watching reruns and the show is still hilarious to revisit. Ball’s comic timing was second to none and the show, which was the first to feature an ensemble cast, is one of the most influential shows ever made. It’s a classic through and through.
Beyond all of the great episodes, the I Love Lucy: The Complete Series Blu-ray comes with a massive amount of bonus content. Among the special features are the original pilot, production notes, photo galleries, some “My Favorite Husband” radio episodes, audio commentaries, and some colorized episodes as well. It’s really a top-notch set that helps one of the most iconic sitcoms continue to make an impact.
Packaging can always be tricky with such a large set, but this 33-disc set is quite sturdy and packs it well. While discs do get layered on top of each other, there are 12 separate spots for them within the case, which features wonderful artwork. The discs’ art also does a good job of denoting what season they are on and what disc they are, which makes it easy to keep track of this collection.
I Love Lucy: The Complete Series Blu-ray Review: Final Verdict
I Love Lucy: The Complete Series Blu-ray is an easy recommendation. The transfer looks great, the collection is stacked with special features, and it’s a great value. What more could one want for one of the greatest sitcoms ever made?
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