Davey and Goliath®, the beloved stop-motion animated television series about a little boy Davey® and his talking dog Goliath®, was created in the 1960s and 1970s and has had a profound impact on millions of ... more »people around the world for more than 40 years. Now, we welcome these quirky, wholesome characters back into our lives on DVD! Relive your childhood memories! Produced by "Gumby" creators Art Clokey and Ruth Clokey Goodell, Davey and Goliath provides a welcome alternative to other children?s programming. The series, newly refurbished and digitally restored for DVD, features moral themes, which today can be seen as timeless. This first Special 2-Disc Collector?s Edition features the all-time classic episodes, "The Kite," "Finders Keepers," "Blind Man?s Bluff," and "Stranded on an Island," plus the 30-minute special, "To The Rescue"! DVD BONUS MATERIAL: · "Oh Davey!...History of the Davey and Goliath Television Series": The 60-minute documentary that was broadcast on ABC television and includes the history of "Davey and Goliath," interviews with the original creators and special "behind the scenes" footage of the making of the all new "Davey and Goliath?s Snowboard Christmas!" · An interactive "Davey and Goliath" Read-A-Long by Scholastic Books.« less
Margaret S. (morgan2010) from GLENVIEW, IL Reviewed on 2/10/2010...
This series is the old stop action puppet that makes it so endearing. These are stories with a moral basis and are still great to watch. There is nothing like a boy talking to his dog that makes for a good story. I have all 4 volumes in my dvd library for my grandchildren.
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Catherine S. (catsch1) from PLEASANT HILL, CA Reviewed on 1/19/2008...
Fun for kids and adults.
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Movie Reviews
A Wonderful Gift For Any Child
K. Fontenot | The Bayou State | 12/14/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I was never familiar with "Davey and Goliath." In fact, until this first volume came out, I never even knew it existed. One day, while searching for a good DVD for my daughter, I decided to give this a try. What I found was one of the best children's shows around. "Davey and Goliath" are, simply put, two of the best characters you could ever introduce your child to. This particular volume features four classic episodes and one bonus story. The four fifteen minute episodes are: The Kite, Finders Keepers, Blind Man's Bluff, and Stranded On An Island. "To The Rescue" is the special thirty minute bonus story. Also included is "Oh, Davey!" which is a retrospective look back at the making of and the influence of the characters and the stories.
Produced by the Lutheran Church in America between 1962 and 1975 and the creators of "Gumby," this series about a young boy and his dog live life by standards set by God. This Christian based TV series is well worth viewing, no matter what your religion. Personally, I'm a Catholic, and I see nothing wrong with the moral values young Davey and Goliath teach children. You see the consequences of doing wrong things like telling lies, stealing, and not sharing. "Blind Man's Bluff" takes on the very serious issue of racism.
Unfortunately, a series such as this would find it hard to be placed on television these days for the simple fact that our society has become so caught up in not offending anyone. How dare you teach Christian morals and values to children! Watch this wonderful DVD with your children and be prepared to handle any questions the stories may generate.
Simply wonderful and recommended to anyone who wants their child to grow up with strong morals and values."
Better than you remember
demanding consumer | NH, USA | 07/29/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I own several of these episodes on previous DVD releases that were not remastered, and I have to say the difference is astounding! Almost all the film blemishes have been removed and the colors are much more pronounced in this remastered edition. Definitely worth purchasing even if you have the earlier DVD or VHS editions. These prints are much better than what was aired on TV in my childhood."
As terrific and ever!
Kevin McNamara | 06/11/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"These timeless episodes of Davey and Goliath are terrific! The films are simply as joyful as when they were first produced. The Davey and Goliath series brings with it wonderful lessons of learning, understanding and forgiveness in an exciting and refreshingly entertaining manner.
The Davey and Goliath series is not only religious as many may believe, however, for children and adults of all ages a means of better appreciating the world around us, and memories of simpler, family times.
These restored films, "The Kite", "To The Rescue", "Finders Keeper", "Stranded on an Island", and "Blind Man's Bluff", are as educational today as they were in the 60's and 70's!"
Oh Davey!
Mark E. Moral | Tucson , AZ USA | 08/02/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Bought this for my wife who is a huge fan of D & G. She loved it! The extras were entertaining and informative. I only hope future DVDs are relased with more than 4 episodes per disc. The episodes are only 15 minutes long."
GREAT CHILDHOOD MEMORIES.
Michael P. Wilder | 11/05/2006
(4 out of 5 stars)
"great show, recently bought the holiday spectacular box set. best deal if you are considering or trying to figure out which volume of episodes to order. i remember as a kid, getting up at 6 a.m. on a sunday morning and watching at least 2 15 minute episodes on ch.7. the 30 minute holiday specials were excellent as well. thanks for the memories."