Fraggle Rock -- another old fave out on DVD

Beginning September 5th , save your worries for another day , as The Jim Henson Company, HIT Entertainment and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment present more Fraggly fun with the all-new DVD release of the Fraggle Rock Complete Second Season . Available in a rockin' five-disc box set, this latest release from the award-winning children's television series – and one of HBO's first original series – will feature all 24 episodes from the second season of Fraggle Rock . Additionally, the DVD will offer innovative bonus features, including a replica of creator Jim Henson's original pitch book for the show, a special video tribute to legendary co-creator Jerry Juhl and exclusive interviews with the cast and crew members.

The release of the Fraggle Rock Complete Second Season comes on the heels of a fan-driven campaign calling for the series' DVD debut. Legions of Fraggle Rock devotees proved that they were, indeed, down with Fraggle Rock , as they created an online petition that was signed by more than 35,000 fans urging for the DVD release of Fraggle Rock . HIT Entertainment responded and launched the Fraggle Rock Complete First Season in 2005.

Additionally, this fall will feature the first mass distribution of Fraggle-themed products from Sababa Toys and new junior apparel and accessories -- including hosiery, hats, loungewear and t-shirts -- from partners Hyp, Jerry Leigh and Zazzle.com.

About Fraggle Rock™

Premiering in January 1983, this wonderfully inventive program was designed to entertain while also encourage an understanding and embracing of diversity. Through the fun adventures of the Fraggle gang – Red, Gobo, Wembley, Boober, Mokey and Uncle Traveling Matt – the show captured the hearts of children and adults alike while featuring a unique mix of music that ranged a number of genres, from folk, blues and gospel to country and rock. The show also secured several prestigious awards, including a Cable ACE Award and five International Emmys.

posted by Kay Wednesday, September 13, 2006