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Friday Night Lights: The Complete Series (2011)

Kyle Chandler , Connie Britton  |  NR |  DVD
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (123 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Kyle Chandler, Connie Britton
  • Format: AC-3, Box set, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 19
  • Rated: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Universal Studios
  • DVD Release Date: October 4, 2011
  • Run Time: 392 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (123 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B005CA4SOM
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,932 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Special Features

Deleted Scenes
Behind The Lights: Creating The First Season of Friday Night Lights
Audio Commentary - Last Days of Summer with Executive Producers Jason Katims and Jeffrey Reiner
Audio Commentary - Are You Ready For Friday Night with Stars Connie Britton and Aimee Teegarden
Audio Commentary - There Goes the Neighborhood with Stars Jesse Plemmons and Adrienne Palacki
William S. Paley Television Festival: Interview with Cast and Crew
Keeping Up Appearances Deleted Storyline
Tomorrow Blues Deleted Storyline
Tomorrow Blues Commentary with Executive Producer Jason Katims and Co-Executive Producer/Episode Director Jeffrey Reiner
Friday Night Lights... Camera, Action!
Peter Berg Intros
East of Dillon Commentary with Executive Producer Jason Katims
New Faces, New Places
Playbook
Yearbook
The Lights Go Out
Don't Go Commentary with Director Michael Waxman
Always Commentary with Executive Producer/Showrunner Jason Katims

Editorial Reviews

Review

Season 1:
The first season of Friday Night Lights accomplishes something that few television dramas are able to do: It betters the 2004 film (starring Billy Bob Thornton) on which the series is based. Set in Dillon, Texas, where football--even on the high school level--is everything, Friday Night Lights is a compelling drama with a football subplot. Poignantly and effectively touching on racism, rape, steroids, jealousy, infidelity, and life-changing injuries, the series presents the inhabitants of Dillon as real people who are flawed, but remarkable in their ordinariness. Though the series struggled to find an audience during its inaugural year, it was a critical favorite thanks to some fine acting by leads Kyle Chandler (as Coach Eric Taylor) and Connie Britton (who portrays his wife, Tami). Coach Taylor's career depends on his ability to get the Dillon Panthers to the state championship. If the team suffers a losing streak, he knows his family, which includes daughter Julie (Aimee Teegarden), will no longer be welcome in Dillon. Britton, who also played the coach's wife in the film version, is a phenomenal actress who shares simmering chemistry with Chandler. Not content at just being the coach's wife, she lands a job as a counselor at the local high school. That position plays a pivotal role in the season finale, which leaves viewers wondering whether Eric will leave Dillon to accept a coveted coaching job with a university. Though the majority of the twentysomething actors appear too mature to portray high school students, they have the mannerisms of teens down pat. Gaius Charles is perfect as cocky running back Brian "Smash" Williams, who'll risk his health to make sure he gets a football scholarship to college. Local sweethearts Jason Street (Scott Porter) and Lyla Garrity (Minka Kelly) are the high school's golden couple. When a football injury leaves him paralyzed, he finds strength in what the future holds for him, but Lyla finds herself in a short-lived affair with Jason's best friend Tim Riggins (Taylor Kitsch). Once the relationship comes out in the open, their classmates' reactions to the "traitors" show that sexual inequality is rampant even in the teen set. Tim's teammates briefly ostracize him, but just as quickly forgive him, especially since he's so valuable on the football field. But Lyla becomes persona non grata to the girls at school who take too much glee in calling the head cheerleader a slut. The hits she takes verbally are no less lethal than the ones the boys take on the gridiron. And the tentative relationship between Julie Taylor and Matt Saracen (Zach Gilford) is the best depiction of teenage love since Angela Chase fell for Jordan Catalano on My So-Called Life. The actors do a wonderful job conveying the sweetness, pain, and hurt of falling in love without really understanding all of its implications. Peter Berg, who co-wrote and co-directed the film, has a strong presence as a writer on the series and evenly distributes the storylines between the kids and the adults. Friday Night Lights is a drama with teenage characters at its core. But the stories are universal. --Jae-Ha Kim

Season 2:
Friday Night Lights is deeply entrenched in the world of football and teamwork, but the series transcends sports and delves into rich, human relationships that at times are heartbreakingly real. A compelling drama, the show also features one of the strongest (and best looking) ensemble casts. The second season fulfills the promise of its debut. Full of drama, heart, and superb acting, the series is set in fictional Dillon, Texas--a town where everyone lives and breathes football. The first season had Coach Eric Taylor (Kyle Chandler) accepting a college coaching job, while his pregnant wife Tami (Connie Britton) and their 16-year-old daughter Julie (Aimee Teegarden) stayed behind in Dillon. Unfulfilled by his diminished duties and cognizant of the fact that he no longer is the head guy who calls all the shots, Eric returns to the Dillon Panthers. Meanwhile, Julie breaks up with starting quarterback Matt Saracen (Zach Gilford), who ends up finding love with a young nurse's aide. Paralyzed football hero Jason Street (Scott Porter) tries to find his place in the world, moving out of his parents' home and accepting--and then quitting--an assistant coaching job with the Dillon Panthers. And bad boy Tim Riggins (Taylor Kitsch) gets thrown off the squad and ends up squatting in a meth dealer's home before Coach Taylor temporarily takes him in. But the strongest storyline belongs to Gaius Charles, who is pitch perfect as cocky star runningback Brian "Smash" Williams. Ensured a spot on a university with an elite football program, Williams believes that he is unstoppable. When a run-in with some racist kids turns into a media frenzy, the school rescinds its invitation and Smash finds himself scrambling to get into any school, regardless of its football program. A powerful actor who is equally adept at portraying a strutting football hero as he is a humbled teen, Charles conveys passion as well as numbing reality. Season two also deals with the aftermath of Tyra Collette (Adrianne Palicki) and Landry Clarke (Jesse Plemons), who try to cover up a murder. While the storyline is flawed and implausible, the actors do a stellar job with the material. It is also sweet to watch the couple's relationship--initially based on desperation--forge into a strong friendship and romance. Things don't always end neatly, but that only adds to the drama of Friday Night Lights. Look for series writer Peter Berg to guest star as Tami's former high-school boyfriend and Eric's nemesis. If the finale seems a little disjointed, it is because of the 2008 writers strike, which forced the series to truncate its episodes from a planned 22 episodes to just 15. The four-disc set also includes audio commentary and almost 40 minutes of deleted footage. --Jae-Ha Kim

Product Description

Through five extraordinary seasons, the residents of Dillon, Texas, kept viewers captivated with the small-town struggles, victories, and heartbreaks that resonated across America with breathtaking authenticity. Now, relive the spirit of this small town with a big heart. Kyle Chandler, Connie Britton and an all-star ensemble shine in this American drama series that will never be forgotten.

Customer Reviews

Once you get hooked on this series, you'll want to watch it to the very end. Andy Rosenblum  |  18 reviewers made a similar statement
This is a great drama series with excellent characters and very good acting. Normand J. Lemenager  |  20 reviewers made a similar statement
This series is one of the best I've ever seen! tsumner  |  23 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
113 of 117 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can't Lose! July 20, 2011
Format:DVD
It's not about football... it's about life. I've lost track of how many times I've uttered this phrase to family and friends, imploring them to watch Friday Night Lights. When I find someone who is a regular FNL watcher then I know I've found a kindred spirit and will probably get along with that person just fine... unless they hate on Landry. Hate the game baby... not the playa. Ya heard? This show can be difficult to recommend because people tend to make assumptions about the subject matter and/or themes. It also just FEELS different from most shows. Some would say more authentic, or genuinely emotionally charged than typical prime time fare. One big reason is that this show is produced and shot in a way that most others aren't. Cameras are all hand-held and actors are allowed to improvise not only dialogue but even their marks and set direction so if the script reads "... walks to the edge of field and turns..." the actor can choose to instead head for the top of the bleachers and the camera operator will adjust mid-scene. The other BIG element that adds authenticity is the fact that all five seasons of FNL were shot in Austin, TX and Pflugerville, TX. No sets or sound stages replicating things. This may seem like a lot of extra work for the crew but that sweat (and blood and tears) shows up in the final result on screen.

All of the actors involved throughout all five seasons seem to really flourish in this environment. Every scene seems like a first take because it all just feels fresh and very immediate... like these people and things are real and if you drive deep into the heart of the great state of Texas, Tim Riggins might cut you off at an intersection on his way to save someone he loves from a terrible fate or to deliver one to someone who has wronged him.
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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A show worth every penny. October 24, 2011
Format:DVD
This summer I asked one of my friends to suggest to me some new television shows I should watch. The first words out of her mouth were "Friday Night Lights." I rolled my eyes and immediately dismissed her. I had never been interested in watching Friday Night Lights. I thought it was just a show about football and teenagers crying over their insignificant high school problems. But my friend insisted it was much more than that and I took her advice. Within the first ten minutes of watching the pilot, I could see that I had been completely wrong.

Friday Night Lights created by Peter Berg, is based on the book Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream written by H.G. Bissinger. The book takes place in Odessa, Texas where Bissinger spent a year observing the football-obsessed town. But Friday Night Lights, the television series, takes place in the fictional small town of Dillon, Texas, where football reigns supreme and winning is everything. Coach Eric Taylor (Kyle Chandler) and his Dillon Panthers seem to be on the way to a state title once again with their star quarterback Jason Street (Scott Porter) and their cocky but talented running back Brian `Smash' Williams (Gauis Charles). But during the first game of the season, Jason Street is paralyzed from the waist down. The entire town is shaken to its very core and everyone must learn to cope with the changes Jason's injury has brought to the team as well as the lives of those around him. From there, Friday Night Lights delves into the lives of the people of Dillon and their complex relationships with one another and themselves. Yes, football does play a big part in the telling of the stories, but it really acts as more of a vehicle for the tragedies and triumphs the characters experience.
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33 of 37 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose... August 16, 2011
By tchr76
Format:DVD
I am a native Texan. I am Hispanic. I am a woman. And I LOVE football! I first read the book...then watched the movie...and when I heard there were going to make a TV show, I was a bit skeptical. But from the first episode, I was hooked on a wonderfully written and acted and filmed series. The show depicted life in small-town Texas realistically, and the relationships between parent and child and student and athlete were skillfully fleshed out. Not EVERY episode was perfect...but you knew that the following week, there would be a gem of a story. It's NOT all about football...or Texas...or teenagers. It's about families, and friends, and the good and bad things that happen in life. I will miss seeing this show on TV and I'm SOOOO happy the entire series will come out in October! I am definitely buying this box set, and every Friday (except during football season!)I will sit in my living room, pop a DVD in, and relive those Friday Night Lights. If you weren't a fan, rent the first season...trust me...you'll be hooked, too. Then buy the series, one at a time or the whole series. Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose!
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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear Eyes and Full Hearts in a beautiful box set October 7, 2011
Format:DVD
This box set is essentially a repackaging of the five individual season sets already on the market. In fact, the discs themselves look to be the exact same discs. Sadly, there aren't any new extras, which is a bit of a disappointment. However, the package itself is beautiful and features great, glossy photographs of all of your favorite FNL characters. Each page doubles as a sleeve for the 19 discs, which are then bound into a hardcover book and protected by a cardboard sleeve. Definitely a keepsake piece for true Friday Night Lights fans. Buy this and you'll have no regrets.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Action packed and heart warming!
My husband and I never get along when it comes to the t.v. I ordered this and both enjoyed it! Football, love, and family sums this collection up. Read more
Published 16 hours ago by A in Alabama
5.0 out of 5 stars Rewatching is better than the first time
Other reviews have said it, this show was excellent when it was on and wish it could have gotten the attention from audiences it deserved because it is so much more than a series... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Kikiburra
2.0 out of 5 stars Late to the party, and now I know why..
I bought the complete series after reading so many great reviews on the show. I fully expected to love it, and was looking forward to having a complete series to watch over... Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good, with CAVEAT.
This is a good series, with the caveat (warning/ exception) that there are two (at least) episodes which were entirely misguided and shouldn't have been in it. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Meryl M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great series.
I never heard of this series before I received an offer from Amazon to buy it at a good price. Since I enjoy watching a whole series, I decided to try it. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Nancy Kaye
5.0 out of 5 stars Great series~
This was a favorite show ~ glad to have the entire series to enjoy! Wish it would come on in syndication somewhere
Published 6 days ago by jackie
5.0 out of 5 stars Gift for my Grams
My grandma loved this show while it was airing so when I saw it was on a one day only sale, I bought it right away, She called me right after she got it and thanked me so much. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Bella Cullen
5.0 out of 5 stars Very happy
Love this show and wish it were still on tv. It didn't take long to get it after I ordered it
Published 8 days ago by N. Altman
5.0 out of 5 stars Very entertaining series about a Texas high school football town
This is a very enjoyable TV series about Texas high school football. The characters are well cast to carry the individual story lines and plot development. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Outdoors301
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Show Ever
This show is one of best produced and acted shows ever. You grow so attached to the characters that its crazy. Read more
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Why would I buy this when the episodes are edited and the music cut to...
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I wanted to purchase the US release as the Australian version doesn't have any or much extras. That is until I read the posts regarding it being edited from the TVFriday Night Lights: The Complete Series version. Can someone please elaborate on what is different between... Read more
Dec 11, 2012 by Ivanka Miljak |  See all 3 posts
Unedited season three episodes?
I know this is over a year late. The answer is that they are edited and totally messed up on the DVDs. You have to pirate the directv versions. Again, pirates save the day. They're the only reason you can see most series and movies that will never be revived by studios because studios... Read more
Dec 11, 2012 by Xen |  See all 2 posts
Where is the blu-ray?!
I don't think this show has the fan base for a blu ray release.
Sep 12, 2012 by Q.Q. McMudd |  See all 3 posts
Widescreen?
@PL
It's time to treat yourself to a Plasma or LCD TV
Sep 12, 2012 by NotSteve |  See all 3 posts
Is there a Region 2 release planned for this box?
No region 2 release is planned, alas.
Sep 27, 2011 by Wezzo |  See all 2 posts
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