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Punky Brewster: Season Four

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Although the considerable delay between this DVD set and Season 3 (which was released well over a year ago, in July 2006) was enough to concern some people, the fourth and final season of "Punky Brewster" will officially put hard-core fans at ease! We've had to wait almost two years to get this, but now that it's been announced for February 26 (right around Valentine's Day!) there's plenty to look forward to.

"Punky" certainly has maintained a solid fan base over the years, with plenty of grown adults eager to revisit the episodes, as well as legions of contemporary kids, whose parents can be assured that each show is thirty minutes of innocent, lighthearted fluff. Of course, those adults who loved the show as children will be hard-pressed to watch it now without cringing a little at the shameless sap packed into every episode. In addition, the plot (although entirely sweet) has very little plausibility, when you consider that it involves a girl abandoned by both of her parents at the age of eight, a lifelong bachelor who is at or above the age of sixty, who randomly comes across her and takes on the responsibility of adopting her, and apparently, Punky has no other living relatives whatsoever. On top of that, there seems to be zero emotional trauma on Punky's part as she enters adolescence without the guidance of her parents, and aside from a couple boyfriend woes here and there, the kid doesn't have a care in the world. Let's just say that although childhood abandonment is hardly a rarity in today's world, you'd be hard-pressed to find a child in that situation who is as optimistic and well-adjusted as Miss Punky Brewster, especially when you remember that she is now entering those difficult female teen years, but is still happy as ever. Still, it's not the kind of show that's meant to be taken that seriously, and in light of the trash that reigns over the television screens today, it's nice to look back on the days when people actually didn't mind taking the time to create real shows with a message worth telling. The cynics out there can have a field day with this particular show, but it won't do much good, because it's a sweet, deliciously cheesy example of children's programming, and "Punky Brewster" is not afraid to be what it is.

While seasons 1, 2, and 3 focused on Punky's ultra-loving relationship with adoptive father Henry, Season 4 strays from that a bit to depict 11-year-old Punky's more recent priorities, which include boys and friends. Remember when she couldn't stand even fathoming a romantic relationship with a guy, and she even went so far as to punch a little boy in Season 1 when he wanted to be her "male friend?" Well, to accommodate the classic 80-degree turn that takes place with many pre-teens, that all changes as Punky develops passionate crushes left and right, whether it's a handsome boy from summer camp, a gorgeous handyman who is twice her age, or two hunks that she accompanies separately to the same movie theater (a memorable episode that finds Punky constantly darting from one theater to another, as best pal Cherie documents the whole thing on videotape). Of course, there's more to Punky than just her newfound "boy nutty" ways this season. She winds up in the hospital twice, helps deliver a baby in an elevator, struggles to help her wealthy friend Margaux through a financial crisis (did you ever think that would happen?) and watches her beloved dog Brandon tie the knot with a beautiful female dog in the finale episode. In retrospect, it was a rather dumb way for the writers to close out the series, but on the other hand, the whimsical goofiness of it all is pretty much classic Punky Brewster.

As a proud owner of the first three seasons, I am very excited about this upcoming release, and I can't wait to round out my collection in February. There's no doubt that Soleil Moon Frye's amazing, unprecedented performance in the title role has worked wonders in making this a guilty pleasure for thousands of fans around the world. Shout Factory has done a nice job of bringing the episodes to DVD. This set will look just the same as the other three, except the color is now yellow, and along with the sturdy packaging and a nice visual transfer (the episodes look great to me, no visible graininess or anything like that), a generous helping of the "It's Punky Brewster!" cartoon episodes have been a great way to top off the DVDs. We have also received interviews from Cherie Johnson (as herself) and Ami Foster (as Margaux Kramer) in past releases, and although I don't think any interviews have been planned for this final set, it would have been nice to get something from Ms. Soleil herself. Either way, though, I am satisfied with the quality of these DVD collections. As a 22-year-old fan, there are times when I can't ignore the fact that the show is undeniably corny, but when the mood hits you just right, it's fun to enjoy a couple episodes, and as far as I'm concerned, February 26 can't come soon enough!

I'm so happy to have the 4th and final season of this awesome 80s show. I can't wait to see these episodes. I'm the same age as Soleil and grew up watching Punky Brewster, this is just part of my childhood. Thank you Shout Factory!

Nineteen months after season 3 (July 2006), we finally to go see Punky's final 22 episodes on dvd. We will also get 7 episodes of the cartoon series in this set - leaving us 1 episode (The Shoe Must Go On) of owning the complete animated series. There are 42 episodes in the animated series. 8 were released in in the Season 1 box set, 16 were released in the Season 2 box set, 10 were released in the Season 3 box set - and like I said before 7 of the remaining 8 cartoons are included in the Season 4 set.
Getting back to season 4 - Here is the episode list:

The Nun's Story
Crushed
Going to Camp
Poor Margeaux
Brandon's Commercial
Passed Away at Punky's Place
Christmas Hero
Cosmetics Scam
See You in Court
Radio Daze
Aunt Larnese is Coming to Town
Dear Diary
The Reading Game
ouch
No, No We Won't Go
Bad Dog
Vice versa
Wimped Out
One Plus Tudor is Three
The Dilemma
What's Your Sign?
Wedding Bells for Brandon

Like many other Punky fans, I'm thrilled to see the final season finally coming to DVD. After all there was alot of speculation that shout factory lost the rights and we may never see this final season. Thankfully they still do have the rights and we will see this final season (complete with more punky cartoons).

This final season features 22 episodes (finishing the complete 88 of the series). The final episode titles are:

The Nun's Story
Crushed
Going to Camp
Poor Margaux
Brandon's Commercial
Passed Away at Punky's Place
Christmas Hero
See You in Court
Radio Daze
Aunt Larnese Is Coming to Town
Dear Diary
The Reading Game
Ouch
No No, We Won't Go
Bad Dog
Vice Versa
Wimped Out
One Plus Tutor is Three
The Dilemma
What's Your Sign?
Wedding Bells for Brandon

In this season, Punky starts getting interested in boys (and experiences her first crush, first kiss, and dating delemas). One such episode "going to camp" has Punky, Margaux, and cherie experience fun, tricks and puppy love at summer camp.

This final season also has such memorable episodes as "see you in court" (Betty crashes the bull horn car) and "passed away" in which Punky and Cherie get into a tangle when a customer passes out at her restraunt (punky's place).

I'm a bit dissapointed that Soleil didn't do an interview for the final season, but Shout Factory did a great job with all these DVD's, which are unedited.

A must have series, now complete!

Well,this is the long awaited dvd release of the fourth & final season of PUNKY BREWSTER. Finally SHOUT came to its senses & decided to release the full season on dvd!!! At least we'll get to see BRANDON getting married to BRENDA on the final episode of this final season.!!! I really love it a lot!

I was a bit disappointed when only a small part of the camp episode was featured on the DVD, if you notice in the end credits for that episode, some of the scenes were cut out. I don't know if this was an accident or not, but I don't remember back that far to know for sure.

In any case, I have all four seasons, my favorite show when I was in 1st grade....and still is one of my favorites. I hate to say it but I related to Punky more than most kids, my mother abandoned me too when I was 6 and I was adopted my grandparents, never knew my dad. So watching it today really hits a nerve and quite a few episodes make me cry.

But old or young you have to admit there was no other show, or girl quite like her.

FINALLY the long wait is officially over. I've been waiting a long time for the fourth and final release of Punky Brewster to be released. I have Seasons 1-3 and now my collection will be complete. In this season, we see appearances by Chad Allen and hopefully Jonathan Brandis, among others. As of now, I only have a few episodes from this season that I taped off the TV and I am eargerly ancticipating to see more.

I highly recommend this if you're a fan of Punky Brewster or who are fans of shows like Silver Spoons, Growing Pains, Who's the Boss, Family Matters, etc. Thank you, Shout Factory, for making my collection complete.

Can't wait to see the fourth & last season of PUNKY BREWSTER. I always loved this show. Like I said on season's 3 review,this season was never viewed here in P.R. but dubbed in spanish in late 90's & it didn't cause any impact on viewers here cause people got use to the 2 pony tails colorful girlie PUNKY BREWSTER. On season 3 & 4 she still was colorful but more mature, but I still love the show & I am very overwhelmed that it's finally gonna be release on dvd after almost 2 years since season 3.
This is the most unforgettable since the last episode is Brandon's wedding to Brenda!!! Weird but very beautiful finale for the show!!

I have purchased the whole set through Amazon,all three of my girls watch and enjoy the show. What a great model we to look up to as kids and so many "teaching" lessons-just wish there were more to enjoy.

Bought it 4 my fiance who's a longx PB fan, was a big hit. The dvd set arrived quickly (x-mas present) & in great shape !
Would definnetly purchase from this seller again !