Actor:John Ritter Directors:Bernard West, Don Nicholl Genres:Comedy, Television Sub-Genres:Comedy, Comedy, Classic TV Studio:Starz / Anchor Bay Format:DVD - Color,Full Screen DVD Release Date: 05/03/2005 Original Release Date: 03/15/1977 Theatrical Release Date: 03/15/1977 Release Year: 2005 Run Time: 10hr 25min Screens: Color,Full Screen Number of Discs: 4 SwapaDVD Credits: 4 Total Copies: 0 Members Wishing: 4 Edition: Box set MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated) Languages:English
"For me, this classic sitcom came into its own during its fourth year.
While many lamented the Ropers' departure, Don Knotts' Ralph Furley was more than adequate enough replacement for the two. In fact, after the Ropers left, it was as if the entire show had a face lift and had new blood pumped into it.
Joyce DeWitt looked her best this year, trading in big hair and frumpy clothes for a short sexy spiky 'do and body hugging designer jeans. Richard Kline finally became a full-fledge regular, and last but not least was Ann Wedgeworth's Lana Shields, who practically steals every scene she was in.
The antics and zaniness was turn up to the nth degree in season four, mainly due to Suzanne Somer's Chrissy, who had de-evolve from someone who was just naive to someone who was so dumb you wonder how on earth did she ever get through the day, much less hold a job. But in any case, her radical transformation of the character generated some of the biggest and most memorable laughs in the series's history.
Sadly, the series' success got into Ms. Somer's head, and this year turn out to be the last full year she was with the show. One can only imagine how much more side splitting guffaws we would have if she had stay on with the show.
In any case, if there is one year which totally define THree's Company, Season Four is IT.
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A Classic Never Dies
RJ | Phoenix, AZ | 05/09/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Three's Company is my favorite show, no doubt, but for me it really kicked into high gear when Mr. Furley moved in as the new landlord. I thought his brand of physical comedy was better suited to the show than the Ropers' (who were also great, in their own way) one-liners. The production values also seemed to improve. This is a great collection and the cast really seemed to gel this season. The two episodes with Dr. Prescott are among the best in the show's history. I wonder why he wasn't written into more episodes. And you can't help but laugh when Jack and Chrissy get handcuffed together. The extras are really nice; great to see the original cast interviewed after all these years - but no Suzanne Somers? Jeez, bury the hatchet already!"
Mr. Furley joins the crew- how can you beat it?
Lynne Kaplan | NYC | 03/28/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"In my opinion, the show only got better when Mr. Furley (Don Knotts) joined the cast in the fourth season. His enthusiasm and humor is second to none, and these episodes are so funny!! If you haven't ever watched Three's Company before, you're in for a timeless treat! Make to sure to buy this season to ensure that Anchor Bay will release all 8 seasons of the show, and hopefully the spin-offs (The Ropers and Three's A Crowd) as well!"
Hilarious! Great extras too
Mark Stillman | 05/04/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"So funny!! I was also glad that there were a lot of extras- sure is great to see Don Knotts after so many years!! Three's Company was, put simply, a well executed farce. Simple, no-nonsense comedy, hilarious situations, comedic misunderstandings. This show is a classic. We'll miss John Ritter, but at least we have Three's Company on DVD! P.S. You can already buy season five scheduled for release in October- buy 'em to make sure they release all the seasons!"
A must have for John Ritter Fans
Laura Taff | 11/27/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"John Ritter is the only celebrity that I have cried for when he passed. After growing up watching Three's Company it felt like he was an old friend. Watching Threes Company is fun and if you loved it then, you'll still love it now. It never stops being funny no matter how many times you watch it. He was just the most classic "Funny guy" and will always be the best in my heart. This Season is full of funny episodes, and it introduces Don Knotts as the new landlord. There are also great insights in the commentary, and in the interviews with the cast.
I do wish they would have interviewed Suzanne Somers, but I understand why they did not. I recommend ALL the seasons of Threes Company. If you are a true blue fan, they do not dissapoint."