- Actors: Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alan Tudyk, Morena Baccarin
- Directors: Joss Whedon
- Writers: Joss Whedon
- Producers: Alisa Tager, Barry Mendel, Christopher Buchanan, David V. Lester
- Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
- Language: English
- Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
- Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
- Number of discs: 1
- MPAA Rating:
- Studio: Universal
- Release Date: May 2 2006
- Run Time: 119 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000FA57N0
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#30,712 in DVD (See Top 100 in DVD)
- #98 in DVD > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Science Fiction > Space Adventure
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Serenity offers perfect proof that Firefly deserved a better fate than premature TV cancellation. Joss Whedon's acclaimed sci-fi Western hybrid series was ideally suited (in Browncoats, of course) for a big-screen conversion, and this action-packed adventure allows Whedon to fill in the Firefly backstory, especially the history and mystery of the spaceship Serenity's volatile and traumatized stowaway, River Tam (Summer Glau). Her lethal skills as a programmed "weapon" makes her a coveted prize for the power-hungry planetary Alliance, represented here by an Operative (Chiwetel Ejiofor) who'll stop at nothing to retrieve River from Serenity's protective crew. We still get all the quip-filled dialogue and ass-kicking action that we've come to expect from the creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but Whedon goes a talented step further here, blessing his established ensemble cast with a more fully-developed dynamic of endearing relationships (including the heartbreaking deaths of two major characters). Serenity's cast is led with well-balanced depth and humor by Nathan Fillion as Captain Mal Reynolds, whose maverick spirit is matched by his devotion to crewmates Wash (Alan Tudyk), Zoe (Gina Torres), fun-loving fighter Jayne (Adam Baldwin), engineer Kaylee (Jewel Staite), doctor Simon (Sean Maher), and Mal's former flame Inara (Morena Baccarin), who plays a pivotal role in Whedon's briskly-paced plot. As many critics agreed, Serenity offered all the fun and breezy excitement that was missing from George Lucas's latter-day Star Wars epics, and Whedon leaves an opening for a continuing franchise that never feels cheap or commercially opportunistic. With the mega-corporate mysteries of Blue Sun yet to be explored, it's a safe bet we haven't seen the last of the good ship Serenity. --Jeff Shannon
DVD Features
RUN TIME: 1 Hour 59 Minutes
LAYERS: Dual (Single Sided)
AUDIO: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
French Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
SUBTITLES: English, French, Spanish
PICTURE: Anamorphic Widescreen (2.35:1)
LAYERS: Dual (Single Sided)
AUDIO: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
French Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
SUBTITLES: English, French, Spanish
PICTURE: Anamorphic Widescreen (2.35:1)
BONUS MATERIALS : Deleted Scenes
Outtakes
Future History: The Story of Earth That Was
What's in a Firefly
Re-Lighting the Firefly
Joss Whedon Introduction
Feature Commentary with Writer/Director Joss Whedon
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61 of 62 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Can't get better;,
By A Customer
This review is from: Serenity (Widescreen Edition) (DVD)
This movie has been a long time coming and hasn't had an easy time of it. Through the process of not knowing if it would even come to term, to having the release date pushed back, dozens of pre-screening sneak peeks, to most recently fearing about the state of the box office and what that means for futue Serenity-related releases. Strip all the drama away and, even as a stand alone, you have one hell of an amazing movie.Joss Whedon's creativity shines through brilliantly in his amazing theatrical debut. You don't have to be a fan of the unjustly canceled Firefly to enjoy a movie that will tear at your heartstrings and still keep you laughing as you jump in surprise. The stars of the movie shine just as a brilliantly: relative unknowns (Two Canadians, a ballerina, a comic genius, an old time TV regular, a fake Baldwin.. just to give you an idea) who have more range and ability to emote than most of the high-paying stars of our generation. They have nothing but great futures ahead of them. Even if you know nothing about the show, or can't recognize any familiar names in the cast, watch the movie. If the genre starts to turn you away, don't. Give it a chance; this movie may be set 500 years in the future but that's not the focus. It's the people. How does one survive in that far off time? It's about connecting when you're deep in the black and all you have are those around you. It's about fighting the oppression, not being afraid to question your government and look beyond, to educate others of the misguided truths that are offered up to the general populace. And at the same time, it's about good ol' ass kicking, big explosions, witty repartee and moments that make your heart stop. Rent, watch, buy. Whatever you do, be open to loving Serenity. It really can't get any better than this.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
They aim to misbehave,
By Wesley Perry (Moncton, Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Serenity (Widescreen Edition) (DVD)
Serenity is my top movie for 2005, and I'll tell you why: the characters. It is based on, and in conclusion to, the prematurely cancelled (thank you Fox) TV show Firefly. If you have seen the show before, you probably already love the characters, if not, you will.Instead of being inexorably drawn by the tides of the universe, even though the main character at one point states that he simply follows the wind, this movie is drawn forward and driven by the characters. Their choices, their emotions, and their relationships are what guide this. Not technology, deus ex machinas, or even their desperate situation (which becomes increasingly so, as in any great sci fi flick). Yes, the action is great, though not on par with the Matrix as some commercials state for some reason. Yes, the special effects are spectacular, although obviously not created by ILM. And yes, the story and the big twist revelation at the end keep you guessing. But what makes this movie is the characters. Believable, fresh and compelling.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
redemption,
By A Customer
This review is from: Serenity (Widescreen Edition) (DVD)
I am a very new fan of firefly/serenity, but even now, a very loyal and fanatic one. my wife and i decided to see the movie this fall and it is now my faorite of the whole year! it is something sci fi used to be but had certainly lost in the past 20 years: ORIGINAL! there are flaws but most of this movie is so compelling and captivating i am willing to overlook them in my 5 star rating. the music, acting, humor, special effects are all top notch. but you will for once FEEL for these characters and care what happens to them which i didn't even feel about darth vader/ anakin this year. see it. or better yet, buy it!
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