Invader Zim DVD collection

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In 2003 Walmart began selling a DVD compilation of Nickelodeon cartoons. As well as three other cartoons, the episode of Invader Zim The Nightmare Begins was included.[1] In June 2003, Media Blasters put out a press release announcing that it's anime division AnimeWorks will be producing three double DVD sets starting in Spring 2004 and a limited edition box set.[2] As more information about the DVDs came out, it was revealed that Nickelodeon were approached by Media Blasters with details of how there was a market for an Invader Zim DVD release, to which Nickelodeon responded by giving the go ahead.[3] As of 2007 only region 1 DVDs have been released.

Contents

[edit] The DVDs

[edit] Doom Doom Doom

Volume 1: Doom Doom Doom
Volume 1: Doom Doom Doom

On May 11, 2004 Nickelodeon and Media Blasters released the first volume of an official Invader Zim DVD collection. Titled Volume 1: Doom Doom Doom, the two disc set includes nine half-hour episodes (most of which are comprised of 2 quarter-hour sub-episodes):

Disc 1:

Disc 2:

    The DVD collection also includes numerous "extras" such as the Zim pilot episode and alternate audio tracks with commentary by series creator Vasquez and various cast/crew. Within weeks of its initial availability, Invader Zim Volume 1 became one of the top 100 currently selling items on popular online retailer Amazon.com[citation needed], giving fans hope that Volume 2 would be released with minimal delay.

    [edit] Progressive Stupidity

    Volume 2: Progressive Stupidity
    Volume 2: Progressive Stupidity

    On August 31, 2004 the second volume titled Volume 2: Progressive Stupidity was released, and like Volume 1 contains two discs (labelled discs 3 and 4). The episodes included are:

    Disc 3:

    Disc 4:

      This volume was originally supposed to have very different art on the cover. However, Nickelodeon rejected it, but said they could use it if everyone in it was having fun. Jhonen Vasquez said in an interview with IGN that "That's just not my show, and I figured it would be false advertising."[4]

      [edit] Horrible Holiday Cheer

      Volume 3: Horrible Holiday Cheer
      Volume 3: Horrible Holiday Cheer

      On November 21, 2004 the third and final volume titled Volume 3: Horrible Holiday Cheer was released. It contains discs 5 and 6 of the set, and includes the following episodes:

      Disc 5:

      Disc 6:

        The DVD sets have animatics, apparently accurate Irken subtitles, and digitally restored and remastered picture and sound, as well as a Spanish language track. They also include commentary with the actors, writers, and the production staff.

        [edit] Zim House Box Set

        The box set was released on April 12, 2005. A week later the box set edition containing all the volumes was released on April 19, 2005. The box is in the shape of Zim's house from the series. The door opens to reveal the DVDs, while the top opens to reveal a Duty Mode GIR figure which is the same size as the GIR from Palisades figure. An extra disc is included with the box, containing an Interview with Kevin Manthei, Sound Design Featurette, a Sample Soundtrack, the uncut version of The Most Horrible X-Mas Ever,[5] and the vocal recordings from unfinished Zim episodes:

        • 10 Minutes to Doom
        • Invader Poonchy
        • Mopiness of Doom
        • Nubs of Doom
        • Return of Keef
        • Robo Parents Gone Wild
        • Simon Says Doom

          [edit] Reception

          The Invader Zim DVDs were met reasonably by critics. Criticisms were drawn by the lack of animated menus and the interlacing of the video causing some quality problems.[6] The DVDs gained praise for the quality of audio and the commentaries that are included. The quality of the video was also commended.[7] The box set received excellent reviews for it's quality and look. specifically the concept of the house design being used for the box.[8]

          [edit] See also

          [edit] References

          1. ^ Invader Zim's first appearance on a commercial DVD (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
          2. ^ Media Blasters announces the release of the show on DVD and a box set (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
          3. ^ Interview with Media Blasters' Chief Designer Meredith Mulroney (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
          4. ^ Nickelodeon rejects the Volume 2 cover art (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
          5. ^ Box set to contain uncut version of Invader Zim episode (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
          6. ^ IGN review of the Doom Doom Doom DVD release (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
          7. ^ Visual review of the Invader Zim DVDs provides good results (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
          8. ^ Review of the Invader Zim box set (HTML). Retrieved on 2007-02-16.
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