Product Details

• Actors: John Larroquette, Angela Cartwright, Mark Goddard, Jonathan Harris, William Hurt
• Directors: Kevin Burns
• Writers: Bill Mumy, Kevin Burns, Brian Anthony
• Producers: Kevin Burns, Sheila Allen
• Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo)
• Region: All Regions
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Image Entertainment
• DVD Release Date: April 4, 2000
• Run Time: 91 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00004S896
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #170,416 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
• For more information about "Lost in Space Forever" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

The first indication that this made-for-TV tribute to Lost in Space was hastily slapped together is its choice of hosts. Instead of picking somebody associated with the show, or with show creator Irwin Allen, or even with science fiction, the producers picked sitcom star John Larroquette. That's the first of a series of awkward choices (Larroquette's banter with the Robot is particularly awful), which reaches its nadir in a segment in which Billy Mumy, Jonathan Harris, and the Robot reunite--in character as Will Robinson, Dr. Smith, and the Robot--on the reconstructed deck of the Jupiter 2, and pretend to get lost in space... forever! Ick.

The fact that Billy Mumy was a producer and cowriter on this project only erodes the credibility he built up for himself by being half of the musical duo Barnes & Barnes (whose "Fish Heads" video was directed by character actor Bill Paxton). Was Mumy really "one of the busiest and most versatile child actors of the decade"? (Busiest, perhaps.) Was the premiere of the 1998 film version of Lost in Space really "the most eagerly anticipated in motion picture history"? Doubtful. But there are some nice moments pulled out of the archive. Clips from the original pilot are shown in length with no annoying commentary, and the screen test of Guy Williams (Prof. John Robinson) shows a charming man who might be described as a '60s version of George Clooney. Recommended for hardcore fans of the show who are willing to sort through the modern-day crap for the archival gems. --Andy Spletzer

Product Description

LOST IN SPACE FOREVER - DVD Movie

Customer Reviews

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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars An unfortunate Let-Down, February 13, 2003

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Donald J. Wurzelbacher (Cincinnati, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lost in Space Forever (DVD)

It seems a shame that such an enjoyable series has often been treated so poorly overall. The main problem with this retrospective is that John Laroquette, who has nothing at all to do with "Lost in Space" is our host. It's also a shame that many other cast members from the original series did not make an appearance on this special.
... Perhaps it was a way to remind folks about the theatrical version which was mostly a flop at the box office.
I enjoy watching "Lost in Space" and so as a viewer it would have been great to see the original cast members sitting down discussing the show and interesting tidbits that went on while showing clips from the series. Unfortunately, that's not what happened.
The most enjoyable part of the DVD in my opinion was seeing Will, Dr. Smith and the robot together in character at the end. It was a short scene, but it did show that nobody missed a beat with their characters even after all these years.
The "Bonus Footae" became quite boring after awhile. Unfortunately there was no sound and it was just long, overly-extended scenes of the cyclops giant, the chariot, and the Jupiter 2. However, the bonus of Guy Williams being interviewed by Irwin Allen was indeed worth watching. The third bonus of getting the set together for the Jupiter 2 when Will, the robot, and Dr. Smith do their final skit at the end of the show was also a treat.
If you enjoy "Lost in Space", this is one of the few specials you can find on the subject so it's the best we can do. I have heard that the DVD called 'The fantasy worlds of Irwin Allen' is a better retrospective of the series. ...BR>Finally, with the recent death of Jonathan Harris, it is nice to see his final appearance as Dr. Smith captured forever. I have to say that Mr. Harris truly made "Lost in Space" more enjoyable.

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars This is a must for the "Lost in Space" fan, November 14, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Lost in Space Forever (DVD)

This was one of the main reasons I bought my DVD player several years ago. For the "Lost in Space" this is a must. Although the television production is not that great, the extras are terrific, including outtakes and Guy William's screen test. Now that Jonathan Harris has left us, this DVD is even more special as he, Bill Mumy, and Bob May recreate their characters from the classic series one last time together.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The "ultimate" Lost in Space production, April 25, 2000

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"garylowell" (Boston, Mass) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lost in Space Forever (DVD)

After 35 years it almost made my heart stop to see Jonathan Harris, Bill Mumy and the beloved Robot reunited on the flight deck of the Jupiter 2 in costume and character in this 1-hour TV special. Produced and directed by Lost in Space fan-boy Kevin Burns, this will delight anyone who grew up in the 60's. All I could do as I was watching the DVD was say "oooooohh". The bonus special effects and "making of" section at the end of the program were a great addition to my collection. Five stars and a great "thank you" to Kevin Burns for making this available to us.