[Collection is the key word with the ongoing series format.] People definitely collect TV on DVD, ... They're buying stuff and not even watching it. |
A lot of the studios were scared that when you don't have a narrative, especially with these kinds of game show-type programs, that there might not be enough interest out there for people to buy it. But the assumption that people don't want to have them on their shelves is wrong. Just like there are fans of 'Charmed' and 'The OC,' they want to own every episode of 'Survivor. |
I think pretty much every canceled show is going to make its way to DVD. |
It actually says, 'Includes new opening theme song' right on the back of the package, and it's not in microscopic letters. It's bigger than the text description of the season. |
The past few years have seen a major shift toward reality-based shows on TV, so it's no surprise we're seeing more of the genre released on DVD. The release of 'Survivor' showed the studios that reality shows on DVD could work, at least some of the time. |
TV DVD puts you in control, not the networks, |
What amazes me is that no matter how obscure or generic a TV show might be, there’s always someone who’ll buy it. As long as the studios recognize this, they can manufacture modest quantities and generate respectable sales. |