Image Entertainment and Herman World, Inc. Announce November 16 Premiere DVD Release of ``Pee-wee's Playhouse''.CHATSWORTH, Calif. -- All 45 Episodes of Classic Television Favorite in Two Individually Priced Collections; 8 "Lost Episodes," Never Before on Home Video Included! Image Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq:DISK), a leading independent licensee, producer and distributor of exclusive DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. programming in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , and Herman World, Inc. today announced the November 16 premiere DVD release of the multiple Emmy(R) Award-winning Saturday morning television classic "Pee-wee's Playhouse Pee-wee's Playhouse was a children's television program starring Pee-wee Herman. The playhouse is styled as a wacky, off-beat interior, wherein many objects are anthropomorphic. ." Over the years, "Pee-wee's Playhouse" has attained iconic status. In 2004, TV Guide named the show one of the top-ten television cult classics of all time. "Pee-wee's Playhouse" continues to hold a special place in the hearts of millions. Paul Reubens Paul Reubens (born Paul Rubenfeld on August 27, 1952) is an American actor, writer, and comedian, known professionally for his character Pee-wee Herman. As Pee-wee, Reubens starred in the television series Pee-wee's Playhouse from 1986 until 1990. , the creative genius behind Pee-wee Herman and "Pee-wee's Playhouse," said: "I am thrilled that people will have the opportunity to see all 45 episodes of `Pee-wee's Playhouse' with the clarity of DVD. The 2 boxed sets contain eight (8) `lost' episodes which have never been available on home video...until now! And the Playhouse has never looked more colorful and beautiful!" Groundbreaking and innovative, "Pee-wee's Playhouse" became a rare breed of Saturday morning television -- a program enjoyed by grown-ups and children alike. Audiences have always enjoyed the show's many double entendres. The show garnered top ratings throughout its entire 1986-1991 run on CBS (Cell Broadcast Service) See cell broadcast. and was the winner of numerous awards, including an amazing 22 Emmys(R). Now fans can once again scream the "secret word" and re-live all 45 fun-filled episodes...and a whole new generation of fans will delight in discovering the humor and warmth of this television classic! Pee-wee's Playhouse is a magic place where practically everything, from the floor to the furniture, comes alive. The program features beloved regulars Cowboy Curtis Cowboy Curtis is a character from the highly popular children's show, Pee-wee's Playhouse, played by Laurence Fishburne. He enjoys square dancing and in one episode, he teaches the gang how to square dance. (Laurence Fishburne Laurence John Fishburne III[1] (born July 30 1961) is an American Academy Award-nominated, Emmy- and Tony Award-winning actor of screen and stage, as well as playwright, director, and producer. ), Reba the Mail Lady (S. Epatha Merkerson), Miss Yvonne Miss Yvonne is a a character from Pee-wee's Playhouse, played by Lynne Marie Stewart. The role was of a woman literally obsessed with being beautiful, even going as far as to say that beauty is her life and that beauty is her work. (Lynne Marie Stewart), Captain Carl (Phil Hartman Phil Hartman (born as Philip Edward Hartmann) (September 24, 1948 – May 28, 1998) was a Canadian-American Emmy Award-winning actor, voice artist, comedian, graphic artist, a writer, the idea man for Blasto. ), The King of Cartoons The King of Cartoons was a character on Pee-wee's Playhouse, played by two African-American actors. In the first season, he was played by Gilbert Lewis and was a bumbling, forgetful character. (William Marshall), Jambi the Genie (John Paragon), Ricardo (Vic Trevino) and Mrs. Rene (Suzanne Kent). Not to mention Chairry, Pterri, Conky, Clocky, Cool Cat, Dirty Dog and Chicky Baby, Penny, the Dinosaur family, and the rest of the gang! About Image Entertainment: Image Entertainment, Inc. is a leading independent licensee, producer and distributor of home entertainment programming in North America, with more than 2,600 exclusive DVD titles in domestic release and approximately 300 programs internationally via sublicense agreements. The Company also has exclusive audio, broadcast, video on demand, streaming video and download rights for many of its exclusive properties. The Company is headquartered in Chatsworth, and has a domestic distribution facility in Las Vegas. For more information on Image Entertainment, Inc., please go to www.image-entertainment.com. 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These risks and uncertainties include risks and uncertainties not in the control of the Company, including, without limitation, the current economic climate and other risks and uncertainties, including those enumerated This term is often used in law as equivalent to mentioned specifically, designated, or expressly named or granted; as in speaking of enumerated governmental powers, items of property, or articles in a tariff schedule. and described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which filings are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. PEE-WEE'S PLAYHOUSE #1 Catalog Number: ID2509HWDVD UPC Code: 014381250923 SRP: $49.99 PEE-WEE'S PLAYHOUSE #2 Catalog Number: ID2510HWDVD UPC Code: 014381251029 SRP: $49.99 |
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