- Actors: Ben Browder, Claudia Black, Anthony Simcoe, Lani John Tupu, Jonathan Hardy
- Directors: Geoff Bennett, Ian Watson, Tony Tilse
- Writers: Rockne S. O'Bannon
- Producers: Andrew Prowse, David Willis, Emily Skopov, Justin Monjo
- Format: Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, Closed-captioned, NTSC
- Language: English
- Region: (US and Canada This DVD will probably NOT be viewable in other countries. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
- Number of discs: 2
- MPAA Rating:
- Studio: Sma Distribution
- Release Date: Nov 11 2003
- Run Time: 50 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000068TOM
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank:
#64,202 in DVD (See Top 100 in DVD)
- #20 in DVD > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Science Fiction > Series & Sequels > Farscape
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Farscape is genre television at its most ambitious, inspired both by the cult appeal of Babylon 5 and the continuing success of the Star Trek franchise, but taking a visual and conceptual leap beyond those shows. Making extensive use of CGI, prosthetics, and state-of-the-art puppetry, courtesy of Jim Henson's Creature Shop, the Farscape concept has a freshness that makes it look and feel completely original.
After the nail-biting cliffhanger at the end of the first season, the second season gets off to a shaky start in "Mind the Baby," as all the loose plot ends have to be gathered and resolved. Crais apparently has a change of heart, and Scorpius takes his place as Crichton's new nemesis. In "Vitas Mortis," D'Argo falls for a lonely Luxan, with catastrophic and barely plausible results for Moya. "Taking the Stone" showcases Chiana's grief in an episode that manages to be even more confusing. Fortunately by the fourth episode, "Crackers Don't Matter," the show has really hit its stride once again: the crew slowly succumbs to a state of paranoia-fuelled madness, fighting and trying to kill one another thanks to the presence of an odd light-seeking alien. Crichton has a string of great lines ("I hate it when villains quote Shakespeare") and a lot of fun doing an impersonation of Jack Nicholson in The Shining. --Mark Walker
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Determined to avoid the villainous Scorpius's pursuit after the destruction of the Peacekeeper Gammak base, Moya--the sentient Leviathan spaceship that serves as home and transport for Crichton, Aeryn, D'Argo, and the rest of the crew--is forced to abandon her newborn offspring, Talyn, to the devious Peacekeeper, Crais, so that she and her crew can safely navigate the Uncharted Territories of space. As they traverse the galaxy in their quest for a way to their respective home worlds, Moya's crew must deal with the consequences of her decision, as well as encounter many hostile aliens and the dangers they present. Episodes: Mind the Baby, Vitas Mortis, Taking the Stone, Crackers Don't Matter.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
I started with these, now I'm hooked!,
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This review is from: Farscape:S2 V2.1 (DVD)
I'd seen bits of Farscape season one and at a glance equated it to every other syndicated sci-fi drama (Andromeda, Stargate SG-1, and the like). Then I rented this one on a whim, and ...WOW am I hooked. This show is what Star Trek Voyager should have been. A show that explores the unknown should be surprising, fascinating and dangerous. Farscape pulls it off in spades (by comparison current Star Trek looks wimpy and new Star Wars, badly written).To me, these are the episodes that get the show rolling in the right direction. Farscape at it's best shows off Crichton's reactions to the bizarre environment he's become trapped in, and this is where he really starts to loose his marbles. The addition of Scorpius is inspired. From here on the episodes improve dramatically. Watch the Best of Season One to get updated (The very first episode and season one's finale are a must to know what's going on, and DNA Mad Scientist is very cool), but Season two is where Farscape takes off.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great show, but not the best showing,
By A Customer
This review is from: Farscape:S2 V2.1 (DVD)
Now - I love Farscape. I came into the show late in the game, but it has quickly joined my list of classics...a show not to be missed and now, after it's cancellation, to be mourned.Knowing this, I must say that this set is not Farscape's best showing. So, if a new fan - don't start here....actually, start in Season 1, episode 1. It's imperative! The redeeming feature of this set is the episode "Crackers Don't Matter." It *might* be my favorite Farscape episode of all time. The paranoia/hysteria are hysterical and chilling....and it sets up the Scorpius arc for the remainder of the season. This episode, at least, is not to be missed!
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great show,
By A Customer
This review is from: Farscape:S2 V2.1 (DVD)
I love Farscape, and this collection has some fascinating episodes. I don't know what the fuss is about over the special features; THEY ARE GREAT! Some of them are text, sure, but they are interesting. As for there being few deleted scenes...if were loads of deleted scenes, wouldn't that indicate a problem with the show's direction (wasting money)? Farscape is one of the best directed and best acted shows in sci-fi. Few deleted scenes means everybody's doing a good job! I checked out the website for the British DVDs a couple of people have mentioned. I think it's a case of "the grass is always greener." The British and American releases look awfully similar to me! HOORAY FOR FARSCAPE!!
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