Quantity:

Express Checkout with PayPhrase

What's this? | Create PayPhrase

More Buying Choices

47 used & new from $2.57

Have one to sell? Sell yours here

	Watch It Now
	Rent and watch now:$2.99
	Buy and watch now:$5.79

Share with Friends

Elvis - That's the Way It Is (Special Edition)

See larger image

See all product images
See all 3 customer images

Share your own customer images

Elvis - That's the Way It Is (Special Edition) (1970)

Starring: Elvis Presley, James Burton Director: Denis Sanders Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Format: DVD

4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (187 customer reviews)

List Price:	$14.98
Price:	$13.49 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details
You Save:	$1.49 (10%)
	o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o

In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.

Want it delivered Tuesday, November 17? Choose One-Day Shipping at checkout. Details

24 new from $6.49 22 used from $2.57 1 collectible from $14.98

Also Available in:	List Price:	Our Price:	Other Offers:
VHS Tape			24 used & new from $1.86
Video On Demand Rental		$2.99
Video On Demand Purchase		$5.79

Melody Time
Holidays are the time to bring the whole family together in harmony. What better way to do it than with classic musicals from Disney? Find song & dance classics for the whole family. Shop now.

› See more product promotions

Frequently Bought Together

Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii (Deluxe Edition DVD)

Total List Price: $46.94
Price For All Three: $41.47

Show availability and shipping details

This item: Elvis - That's the Way It Is (Special Edition) DVD ~ Elvis Presley
In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details
Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii (Deluxe Edition DVD) DVD ~ Elvis Presley
In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details
'68 Comeback Special DVD ~ Elvis Presley
In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

Special Offers and Product Promotions

Save up to 50% on dozens of TV and documentary DVDs in our Triple TV and History Sale.

What Do Customers Ultimately Buy After Viewing This Item?

	79% buy Elvis - That's the Way It Is (Two-Disc Special Edition) 4.2 out of 5 stars (187) $5.79
	7% buy '68 Comeback Special 4.4 out of 5 stars (52) $12.49
	7% buy Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii (Deluxe Edition DVD) 4.5 out of 5 stars (89) $15.49
	4% buy Elvis Lives- The 25th Anniversary Concert "Live" From Memphis (DVD Jewel Case) 4.4 out of 5 stars (66) $12.97

Explore similar items

Product Details

Actors: Elvis Presley, James Burton, Glen D. Hardin, Charlie Hodge, Jerry Scheff
Directors: Denis Sanders
Producers: Brad Arensman, Dale Hutchinson, George Feltenstein, Herbert F. Solow, Rick Schmidlin
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Letterboxed, Live, Special Edition, Widescreen, NTSC
Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Subtitles: English, French
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Number of discs: 1
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Turner Home Ent
DVD Release Date: April 10, 2001
Run Time: 97 minutes

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (187 customer reviews)

ASIN: B000053V7Q
Amazon.com Sales Rank: #52,513 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)
Popular in this category: (What's this?)
#83 in Movies & TV > Music Video & Concerts > Artists > Presley, Elvis

Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?

For more information about "Elvis - That's the Way It Is (Special Edition)" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

This 1970 concert documentary captures Elvis Presley midway through a fateful transition, seeking to reclaim his musical primacy after a decade of self-imposed exile from concert stages. Sidelined by his big-screen career, eclipsed by rock's mid-'60s transformations, the King had begun his return two years earlier with the relatively lean attack of his fabled network television appearance, '68 Comeback Special. Now the Memphis legend was poised to reposition his performing profile by pursuing the top rungs of headliner status in Las Vegas, a career choice that seems even more ephemeral in hindsight than it already did at the time.

Elvis: That's the Way It Is follows the show's genesis from rehearsal to stage, with the performance footage that provides its inevitable climax shot over six nights. The rehearsal footage, expanded for this special edition, offers further proof that Presley's band was simply superb: stripped of the orchestrations and lush choral arrangements that would be grafted onto the stage show, the sextet sounds both tough and nimble. In performance, we're treated to a mostly riveting glimpse of Presley in top vocal form, poised at the brink of bombast. This is Elvis before the onset of portentous Richard Strauss overtures, karate kicks, and tossed scarves, kicking off the show with the classic "That's All Right." If he risks undercutting the punch of his early songs with self-deprecating clowning, he attacks two Ray Charles classics with gusto. The special edition also boasts digitally remastered visuals, crisply remixed Dolby audio, alternate versions that replace the original performances of several tracks (including the extended vamp of "Suspicious Minds"), a theatrical trailer, and a new documentary on the restoration of the film. --Sam Sutherland

Product Description

This rockumentary is a must-see experience that takes you backstage and front-row center as Elvis unleashes his incomparable talent and showmanship during his 1970 concert tour.

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

This Is Elvis (Two-Disc Special Edition)

DVD ~ Elvis Presley

4.7 out of 5 stars (54) $18.99

Elvis - The '68 Comeback Special: Deluxe Edition (3DVD)

DVD ~ Elvis Presley

4.3 out of 5 stars (115) $38.99

'68 Comeback Special

DVD ~ Elvis Presley

4.4 out of 5 stars (52) $12.49

Elvis Lives- The 25th Anniversary Concert "Live" From Memphis (DVD Jewel Case)

DVD ~ Elvis Presley

4.4 out of 5 stars (66) $12.97

Aloha from Hawaii Via Satellite

DVD ~ Elvis Presley

4.7 out of 5 stars (30) $12.99

› Explore similar items

Tags Customers Associate with This Product

(What's this?)

Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.

elvis presley(10)

classic rock(5)

d-elvis(1)

dvd(1)

elvis(1)

elvis presley in concert(1)

live recordings(1)

music(1)

Agree with these tags?

Customer Reviews

187 Reviews

5 star:		(117)
4 star:		(28)
3 star:		(20)
2 star:		(11)
1 star:		(11)

Average Customer Review

4.2 out of 5 stars (187 customer reviews)

Share your thoughts with other customers:

Create your own review

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

72 of 73 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Get the DVD & hold on to the VHS!, July 11, 2002

By	B-MAN "B" (Earth, occasionally. Until I get bored.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Elvis - That's the Way It Is [VHS] (VHS Tape)

The "Special Edition" DVD of the 1970 concert film, "That's the way it is",is remastered with better audio, video, and extra footage of Elvis! It has removed footage from the original VHS version (which has a cover showing Elvis in a flowered shirt) such as fan comments, advertising for the show, and even a few Elvis performances ("I just can't help believing" for one). This documentary consists of footage of Elvis in one of the best times of his life emotionally, physically, and vocally. Seriously, the band has to work hard to keep up with the energy that Elvis displays in this show! (see "Polk Salad Annie", "Suspicious Minds", etc.) It is fantastic that this video has been preserved because it shows Elvis at the top of his game. You may notice that the audience is quite tame compared to an arena audience. For one thing the concert is a formal Vegas affair with everyone seated at dining tables. Yes there are still some lovesick girls in the front row, but you can also see celebrities like Sammy Davis, jr. and Cary Grant in attendance. The energy of the audience doesent really matter anyway because the performance Elvis gives is amazing and inspiring. This is a great way to remember Elvis.

The DVD will sound, look, and flow much better than the original film. It also has more Elvis and less stuff to fast foward through. Bottom line: Hold on to your old VHS copy for the performances not on the DVD, but buy the DVD for every other reason.

TCB

Comment Comment (1) | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)

31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Elvis That's the Way it is Special Edition, April 26, 2003

By	"thekingsback" (Hagley UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Elvis - That's the Way It Is (Special Edition) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Fantastic, Super, Dazzling. This 90 minutes of concert and behind the scenic footage is breath taking. It is 1970 and Elvis has a Vegas tour planned, he has finished his movie contract and has been reborn more mature, thanks to his 68 comeback. `That's the way it is' captures Elvis' charisma, talent and amazing voice, it is totally re-cut and restored by Rick Schmidlin (Greed, Touch of Evil). It is basically split into two parts - off and on stage. The off stage section follows Elvis in the MGM studios and his endearing clowning around through the Vegas warm up and the show itself. And what a show! It shows Elvis at the height of his carer holding the audience spellbound. There is a variety of songs (full list of songs below) incorporating R & B, Blues, Country and of course Rock & Roll. There are touching and spin tingling versions of You've lost that loving feeling and You don't have to say you love me. But naturally all the songs are outstanding. In conclusion I think even if Elvis hadn't had any of his movies, no previous concerts and no fame what so ever, just this - he would still be the King.

The full song list -

That's all right
Little sister/Get back
My baby left me
Crying time
Love me
Twenty days and twenty nights
Bridge over troubled water
Cattle call
Chime bells
Santa Claus is back in town
Mary in the morning

Mystery train/Tiger Man
That's all right
I got a woman
Hound dog
Heartbreak hotel
Love me tender
I can't stop loving you

Just pretend
The wonder of you
In the ghetto
Patch it up
You've lost that loving feeling
Polk salad Annie
One night
Don't be cruel
Blue suede shoes
All shook up
You don't have to say you love
Suspicious Minds
Can't help falling in love

Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)

34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Elvis - TTWIS Special Edition Beyond Description!, January 17, 2001

By	Lon S. Roberts (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Elvis - That's the Way It Is (Special Edition) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I first watched the new edit of Elvis - That's The Way It Is On Turner Classic Movies. I also ordered the video from Amazon and had it rush delievered. This movie is so exciting and fresh that it's beyond description. Elvis never sounded better or looked better, and this movie takes advantage of previously unused footage and milks the Elvis experience for everything it's worth (and that's a heck of a lot). Long gone are the previously included interviews and odd fan moments. This movie is pure Elvis. The movie starts with rehearsals and works its way through a Vegas performance. The first 30 minutes are rehearsals and Elvis backstage, providing a glimpse of Elvis rarely seen. Elvis is seen goofing around, and he is seen instructing his band and backup singers in the fashion of a true master. The last hour of the show is an Elvis Vegas performance from start to finish (spliced together from 6 different shows). The Vegas shows culminates in a performance of Suspcious Minds that is alone worth the price of admission. This is a must have. The price is low. The sound and picture quality is excellent, and the editing and production value is first rate. This video is Elvis - the way it really was. Be aware that the TCM tv presentation was in wide screen. The video is available in wide screen and full screen / normal. If you like wide screen be sure to order the correct version of the video package. But either version you get - you will play it over and over and over. It's beyond comprehension! It's so fresh and alive you'll almost forget it wasn't recently filmed. The fade outs and the camera angles are excellent. Hats off to Turner and Warner Brothers for this delightful video!

Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review

› See all 187 customer reviews...

Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Elvis - That's the Way It is
This is a must have for Elvis fans. This man was such a talent and all can see why he was the King of Rock and Roll. Too bad his life was cut short. Read more

Published 16 days ago by Judith L. Bowman

3.0 out of 5 stars great 5.1 sound.....Film couda and shouda been better
I first saw "Thats the way it is" on TV back around 1988 and taped it off tv that day, I thot "Man what a movie! Read more

Published 2 months ago by G. Harper

5.0 out of 5 stars That's the way it was!
The man was a downright electrifying performer. This video captures the preparation and excitement of his always sold-out Las Vegas concerts as well as many poignant moments when... Read more

Published 2 months ago by MoveeBuff

3.0 out of 5 stars Mixed review
If you have never seen this footage or the original, I rate it a 5. If you are looking for the original, which has some unforgetable songs and footage, or have seen the 'special... Read more

Published 2 months ago by D. Kontner

4.0 out of 5 stars I just can't believe it!
Yes, yes, all the reviews here still apply, and Elvis is Elvis but I think everyone should know, BEFORE buying this DVD, that the song "I just can't help believing" is not on this... Read more

Published 3 months ago by Apu Sista

5.0 out of 5 stars its fantastic
if you are a fan atic of elvis you gona love it, because you can see a grat performances and carisma of elvis

Published 3 months ago

5.0 out of 5 stars The King is Dead; Long Live The King!
In addition to this I also own Elvis - The '68 Comeback Special: Deluxe Edition (3DVD) and Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii (Deluxe Edition DVD). Read more

Published 3 months ago by Elvis Zombie

1.0 out of 5 stars Dreadful picture and sound quality--needs remastering!
Elvis fans waited a long time to get this on DVD. The great original VHS extended version is subjugated to secondary status here: no widescreen, no stereo, no picture or sound... Read more

Published 3 months ago by Douglas Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Elvis DVD
For anyone who never saw elvis in person, you will really enjoy watching this 2 cd set. I enjoyed the first cd better than the 2nd because it concentrated more on elvis and the... Read more

Published 5 months ago by lindy N

5.0 out of 5 stars Elvis Pressley Tickle Me
I bought this video for my husband who is a big Elvis fan it wasn't available in stores so it was a great gift at a affordable price.

Published 6 months ago by C. Ritchey

› See all 187 customer reviews...

.jsOffDisplayBlock { display: block; } .jsOffDisplayInline { display: inline; } .jsOffVisibility { visibility: visible; } .jsOnDisplayBlock { display: none; } .jsOnDisplayNoneBlock { display: block; } .jsOnDisplayNoneInline { display: inline; } .jsOnDisplayInline { display: none; } .jsOnVisibility { visibility: hidden; } .jqOnDisplayBlock { display: none; } .jqOnDisplayInline { display: none; } .jqOnVisibility { visibility: hidden; } .jqOnDisplayNoneBlock { display: block; } .jqOnDisplayNoneInline { display: inline; }

Customer Discussions

This product's forum

Discussion	Replies	Latest Post
My Daddy is Here Tonight	0	May 2009
Are stars for Elvis' performance or for technical issues?	1	October 2007

› See all 2 discussions...

Start a new discussion

Topic:

First post:

Receive e-mail when new posts are made

Prompts for sign-in

Guidelines

Active discussions in related forums

Discussion	Replies	Latest Post
classic rock your given your own radio station. what is the first song you play? tw x	1228	55 seconds ago
pop Name 10 song titles about...	3564	3 minutes ago
rock Albums you heard for the first time that you were indifferent to or downright hated but now love	6	6 minutes ago
rock Out of Print Albums You'd Like to see Mastered to CD	131	10 minutes ago
music FAVORITE SONGS FROM THE 70'S ALL GENRE	7208	12 minutes ago
music Cozy Revisited.	218	14 minutes ago
classic rock The Beatles vs. The Doors	465	1 hour ago
pop Name 10 Song LYRICS About...	49	3 hours ago