Facebook campaign to get season 4 released!(A SUCCESS!)

[Jude The Obscure]

Debating about whether to start a Facebook page devoted to seeing a season 4 release done by Shout! or MPI.....(and heck 5 and 6 too). If you think this is a good idea let me know.

[TeeVeeCloset]

Debating about whether to start a Facebook page devoted to seeing a season 4 release done by Shout! or MPI.....(and heck 5 and 6 too). If you think this is a good idea let me know.

Hello my friend Jude,

Before we think about that, I am not bluffing here, I do have a contact at Virgil, I will need about a week for a total answer, but let me inquire and we will see their intentions with the series, I know they are going through some difficult times and releases have been delayed or abondoned, "Big John, Little John" a one season very niche 70's NBC Saturday mornng series with Robbie Rist was postponed 6 months, but as far as I know is still coming out in April 2010. I promise I will look into Donna Reed, as I have been collecting them as well. Seasons 1 thru 4 are owned by the Reed estate, while seasons 5 & 6 are controlled by Sony, so virgil may still do season 4, but after that, they probably can't afford Sony's license cost, so then Shout, since they already have a relationship with them might be the way to go, but I will look into season 4 plans or unplans first.

[Jude The Obscure]

Well I am going by another poster's e-mail they received from Virgil, stating that Virgil no longer has any relationship with the Donna Reed estate, so they therefore cannot release season 4.

[jehobden]

Hello my friend Jude,

Before we think about that, I am not bluffing here, I do have a contact at Virgil, I will need about a week for a total answer, but let me inquire and we will see their intentions with the series, I know they are going through some difficult times and releases have been delayed or abondoned, "Big John, Little John" a one season very niche 70's NBC Saturday mornng series with Robbie Rist was postponed 6 months, but as far as I know is still coming out in April 2010. I promise I will look into Donna Reed, as I have been collecting them as well. Seasons 1 thru 4 are owned by the Reed estate, while seasons 5 & 6 are controlled by Sony, so virgil may still do season 4, but after that, they probably can't afford Sony's license cost, so then Shout, since they already have a relationship with them might be the way to go, but I will look into season 4 plans or unplans first.

I just got an EMail from Amazon cancelling my Big John Little John DVD order. Apparently it will never be released, at least by the people who had designed the DVD and put it out for order. :(

[rcbrad]

Thanks for checking TeeVeeCloset, and please keep us posted.

[TeeVeeCloset]

Hello my friend Jude,

Before we think about that, I am not bluffing here, I do have a contact at Virgil, I will need about a week for a total answer, but let me inquire and we will see their intentions with the series, I know they are going through some difficult times and releases have been delayed or abondoned, "Big John, Little John" a one season very niche 70's NBC Saturday mornng series with Robbie Rist was postponed 6 months, but as far as I know is still coming out in April 2010. I promise I will look into Donna Reed, as I have been collecting them as well. Seasons 1 thru 4 are owned by the Reed estate, while seasons 5 & 6 are controlled by Sony, so virgil may still do season 4, but after that, they probably can't afford Sony's license cost, so then Shout, since they already have a relationship with them might be the way to go, but I will look into season 4 plans or unplans first.

Well as promised here is what I found out, but I'm afraid they are very vague at Virgil.....as for future Donna Reed, they didn't say their relationship was finished with the Reed estate as they are concentrating on "Fan Favorites", but wouldn't confirm or deny any future releases. Personally I got the vibe they are struggling, which is not a surprise......they wouldn't confirm the rare NBC series (scheduled twice) "Big John, Little John" was cancelled, but it looks like it is, since it can no longer be pre-ordered from amazon and people that did pre-order have gotten cancellation notices. I believe my contact at Virgil is trustworthy but it really seems without the person saying it, their days could be numbered. I am now going to send www.tvshowsondvd.com to inquire, they are very good at getting responses and looking into matters and rumors quickly.

[Jude The Obscure]

Well, I am ready to launch the page and I'm sure I'll get Paul Petersen on board, so that will have some pull. MPI or Shout will be contacted once we have a substantial number of fans asking for the 4th season.

[TeeVeeCloset]

Well, I am ready to launch the page and I'm sure I'll get Paul Petersen on board, so that will have some pull. MPI or Shout will be contacted once we have a substantial number of fans asking for the 4th season.

GO FOR IT! good luck and please keep us updated!

[Jude The Obscure]

ok, I'll get started on it when I get the chance :)

[MickeyMac]

I certainly dont want to rain on anyone's parade but does Paul Petersen even have pull. He dosent own the rights, and a suggestion by him may not be enough. Unless he can get the fans behind him. I am all in favor of the rest of this show coming to DVD.

[Jude The Obscure]

Then don't be a raincloud :p :lol:.......he has a lot of "friends"/fans plus Hollywood connections so yes, he has some pull.

[MickeyMac]

Then don't be a raincloud :p :lol:.......he has a lot of "friends"/fans plus Hollywood connections so yes, he has some pull.



Calm down there buddy, I was just making a comment. Like I said I would like to see the whole series on DVD.

[Jude The Obscure]

Mickey--was not being seriously mad at you.....hope you know me better than that!

[MickeyMac]

Mickey--was not being seriously mad at you.....hope you know me better than that!


No harm, no foul we're cool :cool:

[Jude The Obscure]

good....I'm hoping to get the page up sometime in the next 3 days.....you'll be the first one I invite as a "fan" :thumbsup:

[MickeyMac]

good....I'm hoping to get the page up sometime in the next 3 days.....you'll be the first one I invite as a "fan" :thumbsup:



Good, I will be looking forward to it. :)

[Jude The Obscure]

it is up and ready for action, so spread the word!!!!!!! :D

[MickeyMac]

I just posted a nice comment on there.

[Jude The Obscure]

Paul Petersen is on board!! and i've been contacted by an arts and entertainment reporter from MSNBC for possible inclusion of articles written to help get this really going!

[TeeVeeCloset]

Paul Petersen is on board!! and i've been contacted by an arts and entertainment reporter from MSNBC for possible inclusion of articles written to help get this really going!

Go Man Go! or as the legendary Carl Perkins would sing "Go Cat Go!" Might want to try and get Turner Classic Movies in on this one too...as May 2010 will be Donna Reed Month with over 30 movies and she is pictured on the cover (actually a rare sexy color photo ...just my humble opinion..lol) with an article in their subscription monthly movie guide...maybe they will post a link on their website, the series is mentioned and there is also a very nice color ad inside of the May issue for the first three seasons that says they can be ordered through their website.

[Jude The Obscure]

up to about 60 fans or "likes", so it is kinda going rather slow...more word needs to get out. Anyone on here who is on Facebook, needs to come by and "like" the page. Paul has commented that a campaign like this may indeed be the spur to get the remaining seasons on DVD.

[Jude The Obscure]

Now up to 82......slowly but surely.

[MickeyMac]

Nice!

[Jude The Obscure]

I may have to take down the page....not going into details just yet. But let's just say someone is not happy I started the campaign :(

[Marvo301]

I may have to take down the page....not going into details just yet. But let's just say someone is not happy I started the campaign :(
I hope it doesn't come to that.

[Jude The Obscure]

The matter is cleared up and we have the blessing to keep the campaign going.

Here is the link for those of you who want to join:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bring-the-Donna-Reed-Shows-Season-4-to-DVD/117765538240361

[Marvo301]

The matter is cleared up and we have the blessing to keep the campaign going.

Here is the link for those of you who want to join:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bring-the-Donna-Reed-Shows-Season-4-to-DVD/117765538240361
That is great news!

[MickeyMac]

Awesomeness

[Jude The Obscure]

Almost to 100 fans :)

[Jude The Obscure]

122 as of this morning.......did anyone here join? (yes, Marv and Mickey did....but anyone, anyone?)

[catlover79]

I sure hope Seasons 4-8 get released...this is too good a show to stop its releases now!!!!

[MickeyMac]

I sure hope Seasons 4-8 get released...this is too good a show to stop its releases now!!!!



You got that right

[Jude The Obscure]

do your best to keep the word spreading!!. I've posted a thread at Home Theater Forum in order to keep the series talked about.

[Jude The Obscure]

Up to 145!

and look at this--the campaign has a banner link at this website-i'm stunned :)
http://www.donnareedshow.com/index.html

[MickeyMac]

Very Nice

[Marvo301]

Up to 145!

and look at this--the campaign has a banner link at this website-i'm stunned :)
http://www.donnareedshow.com/index.html
That's Great!

[Jude The Obscure]

up to 152 and cast member Patti Petersen is now with us :D

[Marvo301]

up to 152 and cast member Patti Petersen is now with us :D
Sweet! How cool to have Patti Peterson join the campaign.

[Jude The Obscure]

up to 186 and we now have Mary Owen, Donna's daughter!! She has confirmed that her siblings and herself own seasons 4 and 5 and would love to release them on DVD THEMSELVES!!--but they need the help to do it. Come by the page for more details........this is exciting to have this happen!!

[catlover79]

That is so great!!! One of her real-life daughters and one of her TV daughters is on board. Now if we can only get a hold of Shelley...

[Jude The Obscure]

Mary replied today that Shelley is not a computer person.....sad, she is missing out on all of us who love her.

[catlover79]

Mary replied today that Shelley is not a computer person.....sad, she is missing out on all of us who love her.
Exactly!! We all love Shelley.

[Jude The Obscure]

We are nearing 200 fans.......and Mary is talking about getting started with uploading episodes officially on Youtube. She asked me for help with launching the Official Donna Reed Channel!! I am stunned that I've gotten this far with helping this series get more exposure!

[catlover79]

We are nearing 200 fans.......and Mary is talking about getting started with uploading episodes officially on Youtube. She asked me for help with launching the Official Donna Reed Channel!! I am stunned that I've gotten this far with helping this series get more exposure!
That's awesome, Jude...you are a pioneer!!!! :D :D :D

[Jude The Obscure]

Well.....Pa Ingalls I'm not :lol:

But we may just see seasons 4 and 5 released on DVD directly from the Reed/Owen heirs--I'm trying to line them up with technical people who can assist them in doing it.

[Marvo301]

Well.....Pa Ingalls I'm not :lol:

But we may just see seasons 4 and 5 released on DVD directly from the Reed/Owen heirs--I'm trying to line them up with technical people who can assist them in doing it.
It's very impressive what you and this campaign have been able to accomplish! I can't wait to see where it goes from here!!

[catlover79]

Well.....Pa Ingalls I'm not :lol:

But we may just see seasons 4 and 5 released on DVD directly from the Reed/Owen heirs--I'm trying to line them up with technical people who can assist them in doing it.
Well, you're still doing a great thing. I can't wait to see where it goes from here!! :D

[Jude The Obscure]

209 fans

[Marvo301]

:thumbsup:

[MickeyMac]

This has to keep going until all seasons are on DVD.

[catlover79]

209 fans
Woohoo!! Keep up the good work!! :cool: :D

[Jude The Obscure]

hopefully once the Reed/Owen heirs decide on how to get seasons 4 and 5 out there, we can work on Sony licensing 6,7,and 8 to Shout! or MPI.

[Jude The Obscure]

Over 260 fans!!

And 2011 may be the year, folks!! :D

[Jude The Obscure]

292 FANS............BUT.........

We are looking like 2011 will be the year.....Mary Owen has been in negotiations with MPI, who stated that are looking forward to releasing seasons 4 and 5 (the last two seasons under the control of Donna Reed and Tony Owen's heirs). It is not official yet, but when it is, I'll be letting Pavan know when he can make a blog post about it.

[Kasey]

So great to hear that MPI will be the ones handling it. They are a perfect fit for Donna.

Seasons 6, 7 and 8 will be another challenge, but for now I am grateful we'll be getting all the Shelley Fabares episodes.

[MickeyMac]

Its a start

[old grouch]

I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

[gidgetgrape]

Woot! I'm on board.

[Adamantium]

GREAT!

Next up, a Facebook campaign to get good ol' Adamantium a date! ;)

[Jude The Obscure]

If you haven't joined the Facebook page, please do! Mary loves to hear from all the Donna Reed Show fans and it encourages her to keep up the work getting at least these 2 seasons out there. Yes, Sony will be a challenge.....maybe when can convince MPI to license out seasons 6-8 from Sony?

WE NEED ALL THE ENCOURAGEMENT WE CAN MUSTER FOR THIS CAMPAIGN!

[Jude The Obscure]

TV Shows on DVD.com did a 4th and 5th season announcement on its website today.
http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tvshowsondvd.com%2Fn%2F14823&h=f0764

and they use my quotes from the campaign page.

[catlover79]

AWESOME!!!!! :cool: :D

[MickeyMac]

^

Totally

[retroTVfan4ever]

Good news, MPI always does a great job with their DVD's so I imagine their season releases of this series will be of better quality than previous ones.

[Jude The Obscure]

^That's a main reason why the contract with Virgil lapsed....they were very unhappy with how the results came out.

[McGillicuddy]

I would like to say, not only is this a victory for fans of The Donna Reed Show, but it sure shows what Facebook campaigns can do for all classic TV show fans. Betty White on SNL, Donna Reed on DVD, WOW, who would have thought this could happen? :cool:

[Jude The Obscure]

It helps when said campaign attracts the attention of those who have the ability to put things into motion... unfortunately my similar campaign for Petticoat Junction seems to be going nowhere.

[bliss]

Still waiting patiently for Season 4.....

[bliss]

Still waiting a few months later. All I care about is owning seasons 4 and 5 at this point.

[old grouch]

Something tells me that it's going to be well worth the wait.:)

[MickeyMac]

Lets stop beating around the bush



Where the hell is season 4?????????

[retroTVfan4ever]

I wouldn't get excited about this until DVD's have actually been manufactured and available for purchase. Some time ago, MPI announced a DVD release of My Favorite Martian season 3. Since that announcement, the release has been in stalled mode without further word on when those discs will be available.

[McGillicuddy]

Lets stop beating around the bush



Where the hell is season 4?????????


On M.P.I.'s website under upcoming releases, the have a listing for The Donna Reed Show, a selection of episodes from season 4. No artwork or release date yet. The curious thing is, it doesn't say the complete season 4.
So, I don't know what this means.

[bliss]

On M.P.I.'s website under upcoming releases, the have a listing for The Donna Reed Show, a selection of episodes from season 4. No artwork or release date yet. The curious thing is, it doesn't say the complete season 4.
So, I don't know what this means.

Things are looking dim for us Donna fans. Everyone was in a delirious happy mood when M.P.I. took over now this. Season 4 MIGHT not be complete. F**k.
May have been better if SHOUT! took over we could've gotten seasons 4 and 5 by now.

[Kasey]

Shout wasn't interested in Donna Reed when they were approached, so the family went with MPI, whom I wouldn't count out just yet. Remember when they went a year over schedule releasing The Mothers-in-Law and that turned out great. BTW I don't see any mention of Donna anywhere on MPI's website.

[McGillicuddy]

You have to click "Upcoming Releases" a second time, to get to the second page. This page does not show cover art, yet. What it says is a deluxe set of rarely seen episodes from Season 4.