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30 Rock: Season 5

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I've followed 30 Rock for its five years, and I've pretty much loved every show they've ever done, because it's always been ridiculous and funny, and enjoyable. Season 4 lacked a certain something, maybe it wasn't as funny as it usually is, maybe it wasn't as over the top as usual, both of these things were true.

However, season five brings in enough standalone episodes to make the season memorable. Season five included the live show, which went extremely well, and I hope they decide to do another live show next season. It felt like you were watching a sketch on Saturday Night Live, which Tina Fey worked on for nine years. It was a huge success, in my opinion.

Also, the 100th episode, "Double-Edged Sword", "Queen of Jordan", "TGS Hates Women", and "Regeaning" were the best shows of the season. They each incorporated new and bold ideas, such as "Queen of Jordan" acting as a pilot of a reality show given to Tracy's character's wife. This episode is simply making fun of the ridiculousness attached to reality programming, but it also serves as one of 30 Rock's best shows.

I can't wait to buy this season. It was definitely a five-star year.

Since there isn't any info on the Season 5 DVD Special Features out anywhere I thought It would be useful for buyers to list them here.

And yes, both version of the Live Show will be on the DVD, with the East Live Show being the official version and the West Live Show a DVD Extra!

Disc 1:
Audio Commentary: Brooklyn Without Limits with Tracy Morgan & 30 Rock Producer Jerry Kupfer

Disc 2:
Audio Commentary: Chain Reaction of Mental Anguish with Jack McBrayer and His Parents
Audio Commentary: Christmas Attack Zone with Will Forte & Val Kilmer
Audio Commentary: Operation Righteous Cowboy Lightning with John Lutz & Sue Galloway
Audio Commentary: It's Never Too Late for Now with Judah Friedlander

Disc 3:
Audio Commentary: Queen of Jordan with Tracey Wigfield and Tom Ceraulo
Audio Commentary: Plan B with Tina Fey and Jeff Richmond
Audio Commentary: 100 with Don Scardino and Aaron Sorkin
Audio Commentary: Respawn with Jack McBrayer and Jon Hamm
Audio Commentary: Live Show (West Coast Version) with Tina Fey and Beth McCarthy-Miller
Deleted Scenes
Behind-the-Scenes of the 'Live Show"
West Coast Version of the "Live Show"
Jack Donaghy, Executive Superhero
Jenna's Obituary Song

The fifth season of 30 Rock was a very good one. I think that they perfectly managed to keep the storyline interesting and not to crowded with guest stars. There is some real character development for Liz this season who for the first time starts out a season in a relationship. But of course it will not last. Having Matt Damon play her boyfriend was very good, but also led to him not being available for a lot of episodes. There was not really enough time for us to bond with him. He was in three episodes this season: the premiere, the live show, and the valentine's day episode. I wished they could have prolonged his stay. Jenna and Tracy remain career focused, and still get the best comedic material in the show. Jack and Avery welcome their daughter Liddy. And there is a very nice twist to their relationship by the end of the season. All in all this season left me wanting more, and you will not be disappointed by the quality and humor.

30 Rock has been the most well written, well executed and smartest show on television. Season 5 is just more proof of the amazing talent that exudes from Tina Fey and her team. The only thing that I can say is bad about this season is that it isn't being released until late November.

I highly suggest that everyone pick this up so you can enjoy one of 30 Rock's greatest seasons and televisions greatest shows (even if it is missing a foreign girl with two daddies).

Misleading. Seems the Live Show is a combination of elements from both

I would otherwise give this 5 stars..great show..great writing..hilarious cast

Shame on you Universal Sheinhardt...

I was really impressed with 30 Rock. The first few seasons were original and hilarious. Very likable characters and great plot. But then, season 5 came. I don't know if the writers are losing ideas but now they do too much racial and homosexual jokes. I would expect those kind of jokes in other comedies but not from 30 Rock. The characters also became really predictable and. I had the same opinion when I watch them on TV and now that I have watched all 5 seasons again on DVD, I stand firm on my opinion. Let's hope season 6 will return to its roots.

Season 5 was full of surprises, I also felt the show seemed to have lost direction during the season but came back to close well, looking forward to Season 6. AW30 Rock: Season 5

30 Rock is getting better with each season....
real funny episodes
I think 4 and 5 are the best seasons so far

While it does at times suffer from the hipper than thou aspect of any Saturdan Night Live derived series or movie, 30 rock still does have its share of strong moments. The secondary characters are quite strong and even Kenneth does not drive me as crazy as h e used to. Tina Fey is perfect as Lz Lemon and directs a wonderful cast which this year has been augmented by a great number of guest stars. It is still one of the better comedies around.

I agree with those who were dissapointed with season 4. Seasons 2-3 were front-to-back masterful, not one dud in the bunch. Really just brilliant brilliant satire and writing. Season 4 was definitely missing something. Jack was strectched too thin overall and it was just flat-out not as funny as the first 3 seasons. Season 5 is an instant return to form, the first 4-5 episodes being particularly amazing, culminating in the "Live Episode" that certainly deserves all the acclaim its gotten and more. It is easily one of the best 30 Rock eps ever. There are gems scattered all throughout this season, some great episodes and Alec Baldwin is at his best here, his acting here might be as good as he's ever been. Every line delivery and mannerism is so perfect. Overall if you are a 30 Rock fan you must own this season, it is one of the best. I would rank it with third after seasons 2-3.

Just finished watching all of season 5. It's a major disappointment for me. The first 4 seasons were generally four or five stars, but this season the humor seems forced and, what's worse, rather sophomoric sexual jokes and puns were inserted into the dialogue. I suppose homor is subjective so there is no sense writing a long review--seasons one to four were funny to me; season five was not.