Bonanza 8-DVD Pack

I am a big fan of bonanza:) I did not buy the season 2 volume 1 box set however because I own those episodes on the Best of Bonanza box set that we bought two years ago. I was very nervous that many people would not buy it for the same reason and as a result they would not come out with volume two since they said its release would be determine by volume 1 sales. I am SO happy that that is not the case (that volume two was not released) however. I believe that these are the episodes in this installment and i hope that you find this helpful. I am rating this five stars for my confidence that this volume will be as amazing as the rest. Bonanza forever! 51.) Bank Run' January 28, 1961' Written by: N. B. Stone, Jr.' Directed by: Robert Altman When they "rob" the bank in Virginia City to save depositors from being cleaned out by its president, Hoss and Joe wind up wanted by the law. A humorous episode directed by Robert Altman.''52.) The Fugitive' February 4, 1961' Written by: Richard Landau' Directed by: Lewis Allen Adam goes to Mexico to find out how the son of a family friend was killed, only to learn the man is still alive. 53.) Vengeance' February 11, 1961' Written by: Marion Parsonnet' Directed by: Dick Moder Hoss accidentally kills a drunk he was trying to disarm. The man's brother bushwhacks Hoss, who has lost the will to live. Joe makes a promise to Hoss that he will kill Red Twilight, the vengeful brother who bushwhacked Hoss, no matter what happens, and will not let Adam stand in his way.' 54.) The Tax Collector' February 18, 1961' Written by: Arnold Belgard' Directed by: William Witney The kindness Hoss extends to shiftless Jock Henry is not exactly repaid when Henry becomes an assistant assessor and raises the Ponderosa's annual tax bill from $375 to $1700.' 55.) The Rescue' February 25, 1961' Written by: Steve McNeil' Directed by: William Dario Faralla The Cartwright boys are concerned that Ben might be getting on in years, yet it is he who saves them from cattle rustlers.' 56.) The Dark Gate' March 4, 1961' Written by: Ward Hawkins' Directed by: Robert Gordon Adam is confused by the sudden behavior of his good friend, Ross Marquette. He beats up his wife, Delphine, after accusing her of having an affair with Adam. He also joins a group of rustlers and killers and helps rob a gold shipment. Adam thinks Ross is suffering from insanity, in this highlight of season two. 57. The Duke' March 11, 1961' Written by: William Cox, Theodore and Mathilde Ferro' Directed by: Robert Altman Hoss takes on The Duke Of London, an arrogant, abusive bare-knuckle fighter, though his brawn is no match for the Duke's agile skills.'58.) Cutthroat Junction' March 18, 1961' Written by: Nat Tanchuck' Directed by: Dick Moder When freight company detective Jed Trask is fired after a decade of service, he joins the thieves preventing supplies from reaching Virginia City. Solid Western with all four Cartwrights and Jed Trask, played to perfection by guest star Robert Lansing.''59.) The Gift' April 1, 1961' Written by: Denne Petitclerc, Thomas Thompson' Directed by: William Witney While crossing the desert to Yuma, Arizona with a white stallion intended as a birthday present for Ben, Joe runs into a pack of merciless comancheros. His companion, a former comanchero, Emiliano, who raised the horse, must get he and Joe through safely. A season two highlight of the series.'60.) The Rival' March 15, 1961' Written by: Anthony Lawrence' Directed by: Robert Altman ' Original Story Title: "The Witness" Jim Applegate, Hoss' rival for the affections of Cameo Johnson, is a member of a vigilante group who lynched an innocent man and his wife. Directed by Robert Altman, who begins this episode with a close-up of a frog.'' 61.) The Infernal Machine' April 22, 1961' Written by: Ward Hawkins' Directed by: William Witney Hoss believes in his friend's primitive version of the automobile in this lighthearted, yet sad episode. When the "car" uses up the last of its fuel, Hoss remarks, "Dadburn it, I still say it woulda worked".''62.) The Thunderhead Swindle' April 29, 1961' Written by: Gene L. Coon' Directed by: Dick Moder With Virginia City on the verge of economic ruin, out of work miners put their hopes in word of a strike at a mine everbody believed was played out. Ben suspects the new owners have been stealing silver from an adjoining mine also thought dry, and resolves to prove it.'' 63.) The Secret' May 6, 1961' Written by: John Hawkins' Directed by: Robert Altman Joe is the victim of an elaborate frame-up, accused of murdering a pregnant girl. When Ben is asked if Joe is telling the truth, he replies, "If I were to start doubting my son at this point, everything I've lived and worked for would be lost".' 64.) The Dream Riders' May 20, 1961' Written by: Jack McClain, James Van Wagoner' Directed by: Robert Altman To finance his dream of constructing an airship capable of crossing the Atlantic, Ben's old friend plans to rob the Virginia City bank while diverting the citizens' attention with a hot air balloon. 65.) Elizabeth, My Love' May 27, 1961' Written by: Anthony Lawrence' Directed by: Lewis Allen At the bedside of a seriously ill Adam, Ben thinks back to his days as a first mate in the merchant marines and his marriage to Adam's mother, Elizabeth Stoddard.'66.) Sam Hill' June 3, 1961' Written by: David Dortort' Directed by: Robert Altman ' Original Story Titles: "The Maverick", "The Mustang" Blacksmith Sam Hill fights to keep the land on which his mother is buried, after his drunken father signs the deed over to Colonel Tyson and his private army. Poetic episode written by John T. Kelley and directed by Robert Altman.

I now have full seasons 1, 2, 3, 5, and 7.1. I have completed some old Westerns and I'm working on others. Complete I have Rawhide, Have Gun Will Travel, Big Valley, Branded, Guns of Will Sonnet, Young Riders, Daniel Boone, Wild Wild West, Bordertown, Alias Smith and Jones, Shane, Wanted Dead or Alive, and High Chaparral!

I never watched Bonanza the first time or in reruns.So I have been watching in dvd order. When the episodes are serious they are dramatically sound and very well done one hour western drama.However I didn't know they made some very silly episodes. The one with the lookalike hoss and joe was a little too much.But even the best shows have a few clunkers every now and then.Still a very good show looks beautiful in color for its time and so many young stars then that are gone now.We can really appreciate their performances now.We just lost Pernell Roberts last year who was the last survivor of the Ponderosa.God bless em all in the other realm.Still have 12 more season to look forward to especially year five with Guy Williams guest stars for five episodes as Will Cartwright. I don't think I have ever seen one yet and have a long wait.Hurry up and get season three going please.

Dont understand why the delivery said it was handed directly to recipient. It was left on porch. and thats ok. just get it right. otherwise love the dvd. great series of bonanza.

Normally I steer clear of DVD releases that are divided into half-seasons, but when I was at one of the big electronics retail stores I spotted Bonanza Season 2 Volume 1 and was persuaded to buy it in no small part because of the special features, and later I purchased Season 2 Volume 2, with similar features, through Amazon. The features include on-air RCA promos (RCA owned NBC during Bonanza's network run) in selected episodes, and NBC logos before and after the opening and closing credits, just as originally broadcast over a half-century ago, a walk down memory lane. Other special features include audio commentary on selected episodes, and a few other extras worth watching. If you're a big fan of Bonanza, it's a fair price. If you're a big fan of nostalgia, it's a bargain. Let's hope that future releases of this great western series will have the same great features. And kudos to Amazon for the speedy delivery! I received it only a few days after placing the order, even though I ordered with Super Saver.

I am the happy purchaser of Official Season 1 volumes 1 & 2 and also the Official Season 2 volumes 1 & now 2.I had purchased the german dvds as the original music was on them, unlike all the other dvds of Bonanza circulating round the USA and found in dollar bins etc.But these "Official" ones are well worth the price. Firstly, for me, they have captioning, which is a boon for those with hearing losses and they naturally have the original music scores and are uncut.But they also come with great extras! There are still b&w pix from behind the scene shootings, there are publicity clips (a video of a Rose Bowl Parade appearance in the most recent), comments from the producer, Mr Dortort, voice overs from guest stars and stuntsmen etc with tidbits about the shows, the actors and the production.For the Bonanza fan, this is MUST HAVE item. And I can only hope that more dvds for other seasons will be produced and in the same manner.

Bonanza is the best western series ever made. The dvd we received was a Christmas present for our son. He loves westerns especially Bonanza. This dvd came in a timely fashion and plays great. Thanks to Amazon for having this series available.

I must admit I was a bit thrown off by the missing soundtrack from the original series. The Bonanza theme is gone, and likely is because of a licensing issue (and expense involved). However, the season itself is full of the family entertainment I remember as a child. Sadly, then entire season is not currently available, just the first 18 episodes. I hope the rest of the season will become available in the future.

As always Bonanza comes through. It's wholesome viewing. The shows are clean with decent life lessons in them. For being almost 60 years old, the shows are good, and the acting is good. The show deals with the Cartright family which consists of a father and his three sons, and their fight to protect their land the Ponderosa. The show deals with loss, heartbreak, death, etc. if you buy this series, you won't be disappointed. I give it 5 tars out of 5.

Hallo die 2 Staffel von Bonanza beinhaltet 34 Folgen. Unteranderem eine Verlobung, eine Entführung, ein Banküberfall und eine Erzählung wie Ben seine erste Frau kennenlernte und sie verlor. Die Folgen sind auf 8 DVDs verteilt. Die Box ist stabil. Bild und Ton sind gut.

The quality of the "official" release of these DVDs is excellent compared to the "unofficial" ones made over the past several years, that you used to buy in the bargin bins of the major box stores. I plan on collecting every "official season" as they are made available.

Die Serie Bonanza begleitet mich seit frühester Jugend. Es war schon immer ein Traum, diese Filme zu besitzen. Ich sehe sie mir oft an und erlebe meine Jugend erneut.

ich wieder immer hier meine sachen bestehlen und hollen über amazon ist sehr gut zu den kunden und das gefällt mir auch