| My Three Sons: The First Season, Vol. 1 | 
 enlarge | Directors: Earl Bellamy, Frederick De Cordova, James V. Kern, Gene Reynolds, James Sheldon
Actors: Fred Macmurray, William Demarest, William Frawley, Don Grady, John Howard
Studio: Paramount
Category: DVD
List Price: $39.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  74 reviews
Sales Rank: 3511
Format: Box Set, Color, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 3
Running Time: 420
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: PARD853554D
UPC: 097368535541
EAN: 0097368535541
ASIN: B00005JOEB
Release Date: September 30, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 09/30/2008
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When one thinks of cutting edge television, My Three Sons does not immediately leap to mind, but this beloved Boomer-era staple (it ran for 12 seasons, which, for a family sitcom, is second in longevity only to The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet) broke the nuclear family mold. Fred MacMurray's Steve Douglas was a widower, raising his titular brood--college-bound Mike (Tim Considine), middle son Robbie (Don Grady), and youngest son Chip (Stanley Livingston)--with the help of his gruff, but soft-hearted father-in-law, Bub (William Frawley). In the first episode, when a door-to-door cosmetics salesman asks to see the woman of the house, Bub laughs, "Boy, do you have the wrong house." Also not par for the sitcom course is the avant-garde use of sound effects. In one episode, sibling rivalry over a girl results in a "cold war" between Mike and Robbie. Their dinner table sniping as Steve tries to broker peace is punctuated by the sounds of guns firing and bombs exploding. Which is to say that My Three Sons has aged nicely, and has much to offer beyond nostalgia. No offense to the great William Demarest, who replaced an ailing Frawley in 1965, but the series' "Bub" years were the best. Save for the episode in which comedian George Gobel is a guest at the house, the situations are grounded in reality, and the writing often surprises with twists that subvert sitcom convention and stereotypes. "Countdown" cleverly unfolds in real time as the family's Monday morning routine plays out against a televised satellite launch. In another episode, a fraternity rejects Mike, not because they are snobs (the usual sitcom portrayal), but because they believe Mike isn't serious enough about his education. Some episodes simply bring home the laughs, as in "The Little Ragpicker," in which a realistic looking dummy causes a new neighbor to think the worst about the Douglases. But there is genuine pathos in "Bub in the Ointment," in which Bub's "Irish temper" and lack of tact embarrass the kids, until Steve reminds Mike of the sacrifices Bub made to move in with the family after his daughter died. The boys talk, act, and fight like brothers, and Steve, while a pipe-puffing font of sage fatherly advice, is sometimes at a loss, and is allowed to be testy and impatient with his "wild bunch." The split season is unfortunate, but these inaugural 18 episodes are a healthy serving for those who want a taste of this iconic series. --Donald Liebenson
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 Note To CBS/Paramount,My Three sons and others. December 1, 2008
I was so excited to hear this was coming to DVD ( My Three Sons), but when i read the reviews here. CBS/Paramount When are you guys going to learn not to mess with customers that pay your salaries? I guess you just want to lose customers left and right, first you screwed up with The Fugitive - Season Two, Vol. 1, then The Beverly Hillbillies and now this ! get with the program, i'm to a fan of these classic shows and want an unedited version with no original music missing or scenes etc. I guess i will have to wait alittle longer until you get you're act together,too bad. i wanted to get this DVD set for my dad for christmas, but i guess i'll have to wait. you shot yourself in the foot by replacing the music and some footage i've heard. i'm not getting that edited set are you crazy? oh well hopefully you'll get your act together like i said. i'll purchase this title when it is the unedited version with original music/scenes intacted in the future, same thing with the other titles mentioned that you screwed over. when will you learn?
Maybe The Person In charge of Making These Bad Decisions ought to be Fired or Demoted to Different Department i hope so you are really making alot of fans mad with this practice. Just give people what they want simple as that.
 Could be better; but what a classic November 23, 2008
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
Like others have stated, the background music does not sound authentic; but the shows are still a classic. I am the same age as "Chip" and it is so heartwarming to relive my childhood by watching these shows. Times in the early 60s were still innocent. Also, as stated before, I think it a ripoff to have to purchase the entire season in two sets (and at greater expense); but series the caliber of MY THREE SONS is worth the cost to me. I can't wait to get the rest of SEASON 1.
CBS/Paramount Shame On You!! November 16, 2008
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
Just like many other baby boomers, I would love to own My Three Sons on DVD. However, especially with the economy being what it is, there is no way I can afford to spend a fortune to own it. Another case of the big guy being greedy and not listening to the consumer. Personally, I think CBS/Paramount better be careful. What goes around, comes around. You are going to lose in the long run if you do not listen to the consumer.
Sorry guys, I am passing on this unless it is released as a complete season at a reasonable price.
 wholesome November 16, 2008
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
I had forgot alot of the episodes but they are great and I have really enjoyed them
Finally! November 13, 2008
0 out of 6 found this review helpful
I have been waiting a long time for My Three Sons to come out on DVD. I do wish they came out with the entire season instead of half every six months.
Are they expensive? Well I've seen the entire season for sale for $20 plus shipping. But someone recorded the shows from TV Land and other broadcasts and made DVDs out of them. They aren't digital nor edited, the TV Land logo is displayed. Quality is mixed and editing is not that great. So in comparison these DVDs aren't that expensive and are great quality with about 3 times as many shows on a single DVD.
As for the music, who cares? I never noticed. The original was a bit corny anyway. I enjoy the acting. In fact, it has been so long since I've seen the series with Bub I didn't realize what a contrast to the later seasons. It's great - Chip and Robby are little rascals!
People will always complain but we can now finally own them - legitimately. And they are great to watch!
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