The Outer Limits (Complete Original Series) - 13-DVD Box Set

Enjoy every minute of it. Yes, there will be chapters that are less exciting than others, but I like it. Now, you have to have in mind that this is a series done in the 60s and would I dare to say, that no big budget one (i.e. ala Stranger Things), so if you are looking for out of this world special effects, well, you won't find them. But having said that, and taking in consideration the time it was done, these are respectful ones.One thing that I like the most is to see some figures/actors that with time became house-names in the movies and tv industry (i.e. Clift Robertson, Robert Culp, etc...) in their youth. Some of them already were famous, but some were starting their career, so it is nice to see them.As well, it helps the viewer to have an idea of the issues that were the most prominent worries on that time, like the constant shadow of nuclear annihilation. Even some of the subject are in vogue today, like the contact with extraterrestrial life, but the interesting thing is the way that the same are approached and treated.So, if you are a lover of the old movies/tv series, and you like sci-fi, give it a go. Even if you liked the Twilight Zone, you may find this one of your liking. Personally I liked this one more, but that is matter of tastes...:).With regards to the quality of the video and sound, it is there. Of course, no ultra high resolution 4K UHD, but played in my Blue Ray/DVD upscale device, the image is neat and clear. I like the option given in the beginning of each episode, to go to a scene of it by showing a picture of the beginning of the same. Would be nice if you just could have the option of "play it all" rather than having to come back to the selection screen to choose which episode to play, but that is just nit-picking. Still a five start for me.

I have the complete series from MGM put out in around 2002 on double-sided discs, Vol. 1 and Vol. 2. I've taken very good care of that set and they're in perfect condition. However, I thought this was an excellent opportunity to get the series on one-sided discs that would be easier to handle. The video and audio quality is pretty much the same as the 2002 edition, which is very good. I played a couple of episodes one after the other on the same DVD player (Sony) and television (Samsung 48") for comparison. The series hit the airwaves when I had just reached 12 years old. I was really impressed and, keeping in mind the special effects limitation and budget for a television show in the early 1960s, it still holds up well. Of course, on a high definition television and high quality DVD player, some of the wires and such used in some episodes show up. But bear in mind that on a black & white tube television in 1963, it was never noticed. This series had some real classics and few clunkers. Get it and watch it, it's worth it to see how real SiFi came to television. I would love English subtitles, but neither this set or the 2002 set has them. So, I take the discs to the room where I have wireless head phones connected to the television. Once those are on, no problem, very clear audio.

For fans of this groundbreaking, early-60s sci-fi show, this is a must-have collection. The transfers are first-rate, and, as other have noted, the Australian encoding on the DVDs does not appear to be a problem. They played perfectly on my BluRay machine, and looked fantastic on a 55-inch plasma screen.This is a very different kind of series than Twilight Zone, so any comparison is errant. I highly recommend reading "The Outer Limits/ The Official Companion" (1986 version) by David Schow and Jeffrey Frentzen. Although out-of-print and selling on eBay etc. for up to $120, I was able to obtain a copy from a French company (shipping from the USA) for $10, via Bookfinder.com. Although not as well-written as the Zicree tome on Twilight Zone, it is very enlightening, if you are already an Outer Limits fan. I highly recommend this DVD collection. I recalled how frightening, yet touching, so many of these episodes were when I first viewed them at age 9 or 10.

Episodes are unedited and uncut from the the original series . some DVDs only have 2 episodes . Generally there are 4 per DVD. There was one that had only 1 episode. Season 1 was broadcast on ABC from 1963 to 1964 at 7:30 PM Eastern Time on Mondays.Season 2 was broadcast on Saturday at 7:30 , 1964-65. So it was surprising that it had a PG rating. It is no more violent that Westerns or other Si-Fi shows at the time. It is B/W , has 3 sets of DVDs not organized by season , but are order of original broadcast, you can't click on play all. had trouble with the first DVD of set 1 , but the rest were ok. Since,the Outer Limits both old and new are no longer being broadcast cable/satellite/antenna it was welcomed.. It is mild compared to today's fare.

One of the truly great SciFi shows of all time. What I loved about this show is they did not have the budget to rely on dazzling special effects, so they dazzled us with great story telling. One of the most well written shows of all time. Can you tell I enjoyed and am enjoying the series? The pre CGI effects are often down right cheesy but the story is so engrossing that one does not mind. Great guest stars as well, names such as Robert Culp, Geraldine Brooks and a pre U.N.C.L.E. David McCallum.Obviously created trying to capitalize on Twilight Zone's success, the series gradually carved its own nitch and became its own entity. Gripping stories ranged from the most popular "The Zanti Misfits", and the contemplative "Architects of Fear". I highly recommend this series if you love old school pre CGI scifi.

this works in Canada DVD players even though it is region 4.funny u can not buy in the USA. shocking and real and the black and white makes it even more tripped out.the subject matters are so relevant for today and i have seen every horror film good and bad and i find this more creepy...

Déjà, c'est impressionnant de voir comment l'éditeur a réussi à caser les 14 CDs dans l'espace de trois boitiers DVD normaux. La plupart des disques proposent 4 épisodes chacun ; quelques-uns deux voire une seule. Bien sûr, c'est du noir et blanc avec du son mono, mais l'image et le son sont de bonne qualité.Selon l'annonce, il s'agit d'un "import italien" (donc zone 2), mais la boîte indique zone 4 et parle d'un distributeur en Australie. Cependant, je n'ai eu aucune difficulté pour les visionner sur un lecteur BluRay/DVD français. C'est dommage qu'il n'y ait ni bonus, ni brochure explicative, mais je suis très content de mon achat. Il n'y avait pas non plus l'image changeant mentionnée par certains commentateurs ; seulement une photo.Mais ce qui compte, c'est la série elle-même. Pour ceux qui ne le connaissent pas, il s'agit d'une sorte de science fiction, mais (comme Twilight Zone) avec un message. Ce n'est pas la science qui importe, mais les gens : la façon dont il se servent de la science, qui ressort. Un vrai régal.

I'm just a fan a simple fan, satisfied me

『アウターリミッツ』（1963年）は一話完結の怪奇、ｓｆ作品です。日本の作品にも影響を与えた作品として触れてみました。外国のリージョン製品で、英語の字幕もありません。完全な大人向け作品で日本の『ウルトラQ』のようなわけにはいきません。私は片言英語しかわからないのでｓｆ特撮シーンを期待して購入しました。各話、出演俳優が変わるので東宝映画『怪獣大戦争』のニックアダムスや『スタートレック』のカーク船長役の男優や、その他有名なスパイものでよく見る俳優などが出演しています。特撮は当時の日本のものと大きな差はありません。怪獣やミニチュアセットは出てきません。怪人、怪物がメーキャップ、着ぐるみで出てきます。それがあまりに醜悪で国の文化のちがいを感じます。マスコットになるような怪獣は出てこないのです。個人的に英語がわからなくても、西洋もの特有の画面の絵画的美しさや、展開の面白いものは楽しめました。古い白黒モノの作品ですが画像も音声もきれいです。

Cette série est une des émissions de mon enfance que j'ai aimée et que j'aime beaucoup.