Blake’s 7, the classic dark and gritty British space opera that could count as one of the greatest sci fi TV shows of all time, has finally received a home video release in the United States. This cult-favorite ran for four seasons on the BBC from 1978-81 (and later aired in the States on PBS) and was issued on PAL DVD in the past, but never received the Blu-ray treatment. Now, a set collecting the newly remastered first season is available which includes alternate versions of the episodes with updated special effects. (You can read more about the series at Cult-SciFi.com.)
Production Description: Blake’s 7 fans can rejoin the rebellion as the iconic BBC sci-fi series comes to Blu-ray with a SIX DISC box set of the first series. Framed for crimes he did not commit, freedom fighter Blake (Gareth Thomas) escapes a prison ship and enlists a crew of rogue heroes to fight back against the tyrannical Federation. With Avon, Vila, Jenna, Cally and Gan, Blake boards the fantastical spacecraft the Liberator and begins his quest to free the galaxy. All 13 episodes have been newly remastered from the best available sources, including the original film where available. These stories have never looked or sounded so good on home media. PLUS, fans can experience their favorite show like never before, with brand new optional updated effects on EVERY EPISODE, exclusive to this Blu-ray set. Blake’s 7 Season One is also jam-packed with hours of new and exclusive material.
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$40 for 13 restored episodes WITH newly created SFX and a ton of extras? That seems like an absolute bargain to me!
Everyone has their own sense of value – I get it. Having just got several complete series boxed set for under $50 (including the Expanse) though leaves me less inclined to get it right away. Let’s see how the market adjusts the price…
I love Blake’s 7 ….but $40 for only the first season? That’s what I would’ve expected for the complete series. Sorry but no thanks.
It is a little pricey, but it doesn’t surprise me because it has not been available previously in the States. Wait a few months and the price should drop.