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30 Rock Season 5, Ep. 1 "The Fabian Strategy"

Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) meddles in Liz Lemon's (Tina Fey) burgeoning relationship with Carol (Guest Star Matt Damon).

Directed by: Beth McCarthy Miller
Runtime: 22 minutes
Original air date: September 23, 2010
Network: NBC

Episode 1, "The Fabian Strategy"

Synopsis: Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) meddles in Liz Lemon's (Tina Fey) burgeoning relationship with Carol (Guest Star Matt Damon).

Original air date: September 23, 2010

Runtime: 22 minutes

ASIN: B0044BY6YM

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #113,149 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

30 Rock Season 5

Synopsis: From the creator and stars of SNL comes this workplace comedy. A brash network executive bullies head writer Liz Lemon into hiring an unstable movie star. A self-obsessed celeb, an arrogant boss, and a sensitive writing staff challenge Lemon to run a successful program - without losing her mind.

Starring: Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan

Supporting actors: Jane Krakowski, Jack McBrayer, Scott Adsit, Judah Friedlander, Alec Baldwin, John Lutz, Maulik Pancholy, Keith Powell, Chris Parnell, Sherri Shepherd, Cheyenne Jackson, Todd Buonopane, Meng Ai, Jean Brassard, Tituss Burgess, Paula Leggett Chase, Angela Grovey, Adam Shapiro

Season year: 2011

Genre: Comedy

Executive producer: Alec Baldwin

Network: NBC

ASIN: B00412DZ1O

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16 of 20 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A definite improvement over season 4... July 26, 2011

By M. Bullions

Format:DVD

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.

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5.0 out of 5 stars 30 Rock Season 5 - Full List of Extras October 29, 2011

By Mersad Djonko

Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase

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.

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Once again 30 Rock is under appreciated. September 25, 2011

By S.W.

Format:DVD

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).

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