Description

A reunion movie featuring the cast of the 70's hit TV series CHiPs. Your favorite characters are all here, including Frank "Ponch" Poncherello, Jon Baker, and Seargent Joe Getraer. As in the original series, this movie finds the guys teaming up to keep the California Highways in and around Los Angeles safe from harm. ... Read more

Reviews (20)

Get ready for high speed action . . . CHiPs is back!!!
This movie is great as not only as a sequel to the series, but as a stand-alone movie itself. I was a fan of the series as a kid in the 70's & 80's, and with the introduction of new series' I gradually drifted away from CHiPs in syndication, but CHiPs '99 kind of whetted my apitite to revisit some of the old episodes and "rewatch them for the first time", and it's been a great ride all around.

Ponch and Jon come back just as good as the original series!
The new movie is a great sequal to the pilot episode. It uniquly brings the smallest details of the late 70's episode to a 90's perspective. Also the change from the old Kawasakis to the new BMW's, and from the old Dodge Monacos to the new Crown Victorias is awesome. Anyone who liked the show, especially if they've seen the pilot episode, will love "CHiPs '99".

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AWESOME! HOPE THEY COME OUT WITH A NEW SERIES!!!

Cheesy....blahhhhhhh
I love CHiPs....of the late 70s and early 80s, but not this 99 video. It's very cheesy. You can't compare this to the series, no way except for the characters, except of course they got older and for the most part, they gained some weight. John Baker still looks the same, but he gained a bit weight too, but not as much as Erik Estrada, eeew, his face especially (Eyes...eeeeeeew) Too bad they don't have the original CHiPs on tape, now that would be better than this one. It had its moments, but I didn't get the same feel as I would with the original series...mayber perhaps Baker and Ponch were younger, and more fun to watch???

Review:
Ponch comes back to temporarily help the CHP capture car jacking theives. John Baker, the captain, reunites with Ponch, and Ponch helps heal John's wounded pain of Ponch leaving the force and not inviting John to Ponch's wedding. Ponch explains to him the reason for the leave. Although, if you watched the series, at the end, it was Baker who left to ranch his family ranch in Colorado and Ponch stayed. Through the movie, they show a few short clips of the old series when Contraire (the captain in the old series, now commisioner)John, and Erik remembers the old days together.

If you want to collect this just to have CHiPs, then go for it, I suggest though that you try to see if it's available at a movie rental place, ie blockbuster. If it's not available that way, try to buy it less than 6 bucks via online. I hope this helps.

It worthes the money spent!
...About the movie, it worthes the money spent and it still show the show spirit even after 20 years... Anyway, I never order over Internet, but for this movie I did and I appreciated my product. Ok, it took few more days than the website expected to get my tape delivered, but I truly enjoy it. ... Read more

Reviews (5)

Hulk STILL Rules!
"Those guys aren't U.N."
This movie is Hogan's best, and dare I say one of the best "Commando"-esque movies out there! It's a funny movie- it just works. Check it out if you can find it. Good job Hulkster!!

best acting ever !
This is quite possibly the most entertaining movie ever made. The terrible acting, hot babes and IRA villains make this a great movie for those nights when you're wasted and hanging out with all of your buddies. Even though Hogan may be an awful actor, he is still funny as hell.

Hulk Hogan should just stick to wrestling
Man, someone needs to break the news to Hogan that he just cannot act. Aparently someone out there thinks that big guys with big muscles = big movie success (I.E. Arnold Schwarzenegger). The formula worked in Arnold's case. Well, Hulk is no Arnold by any means. Don't waste your time or money renting and please don't even consider buying this, or any Hogan movie for that matter. Now I know alot of people who have meet Hogan (He lives across the bay from Tampa in Clearwater) and they say he is nothing but a class act. Perfect father, husband and gentleman in general. Which is cool. He hasn't let his money go to his head, but he obviously hasn't spent any on acting lessons either.

Just Like Pro Wrestling
This movie is like professional wrestling - bad acting, lots of action, mindless and also entertaining. Plus it stars the wonderul Cyndy Preston. Check it out if you want a guilty pleasure.

All I can say is LAME
This has got to be one of the worst movies I have ever seen. It should be regulated to only be allowed to be played on public access channels. I think I became even dumber just from watching this. I guess I should expect that from any movie that Hulk Hogan is in :) ... Read more

Reviews (2)

Pleasently Surprised
Pretty much a rehash of Crimson tide, using todays hotspotsand a reversal of the characters roles (You will see what I mean). I personally felt this movie's story worked better then Crimson tide though. Maybe not as much special effects, but was able to carry itself equally as well on it's storyline alone.

I found this movie in the movie store and had never heard of it before, but heck for 13 dollars you can't go wrong

Danger Beneath The Sea
Definetly a guy's flick. If you're into sailors, then you're in for a treat. Casper Van Dien fans will enjoy his performance as well as a sneak peak at his torso during the de-contamination scene. Gerald McRaney's performance is decent as well. There is enough suspense without the gore. ... Read more

Reviews (6)

Hogan does it again!
If you're a fan of "The Ultimate Weapon" then you've GOT to see this movie! Its a really good film with a great cast. Carl Weathers is awesome in reprising his role from "Predator"- but I'd still love to see a Hogan/Schwarzeneggar action movie..
Watch this movie if you can get ahold of it, you're sure to enjoy it!!

A sleeper!
Do you like international kidnapping, former NAVY SEALS, muscles and a lot of military hardware not to mention a very pretty lady in your movies? I bought SHADOW WARRIORS taking a chance that it would be an action movie with some substance. After all, Carl Weathers and Terry 'Hulk' Hogan are a sure thing for plenty of action. And Shannon Tweed, well, she's great to look at! To my pleasant surprise, this is a very entertaining movie, fun to watch and worth the price.

A great rolling action charged movie with a 007 flair finish
Hulk Hogan was great, Shannon Tweed her beautiful self with some exceptional martial arts skills. This combination could have longevity if the same standard of supporting actors are included. The movie is a brilliant combination of numerous action and adventure movies that has the possibility of drawing the Hulkster passion following from the late 80's.

Keep them coming, with Shannon Tweed holding her beauty and the Hulkster in the shape he is in, the movie we can have Dad, Mum and the Kids, and the teenagers, the weekend warriors and every man going through midlife crisis who are looking for hope savilating for more.

This movie proves a good team combination with great directing can be there with the over paid box office stars and promoted gusto movies.

Keep them coming I love the experience

Quite Good, Excellent Print.
Entertaining movie for fans of Hulk Hogan and Shannon Tweed. The action is thick and fast and the humor is supplied by Martin Kove. DVD print excellent. Buy It!

This movie was great!
This movie was awsome! If you love action flicks, you should defenitly bye this one. Hulkster rules brotha! ... Read more

Reviews (1)

Great Soccer Action/Drama!!
This movie is an Excellent Soccer Action/Drama starring Erik Estrada dealing with crime and corruption in the professional soccer. ... Read more

Reviews (5)

Hulk STILL Rules!
"Those guys aren't U.N."
This movie is Hogan's best, and dare I say one of the best "Commando"-esque movies out there! It's a funny movie- it just works. Check it out if you can find it. Good job Hulkster!!

best acting ever !
This is quite possibly the most entertaining movie ever made. The terrible acting, hot babes and IRA villains make this a great movie for those nights when you're wasted and hanging out with all of your buddies. Even though Hogan may be an awful actor, he is still funny as hell.

Hulk Hogan should just stick to wrestling
Man, someone needs to break the news to Hogan that he just cannot act. Aparently someone out there thinks that big guys with big muscles = big movie success (I.E. Arnold Schwarzenegger). The formula worked in Arnold's case. Well, Hulk is no Arnold by any means. Don't waste your time or money renting and please don't even consider buying this, or any Hogan movie for that matter. Now I know alot of people who have meet Hogan (He lives across the bay from Tampa in Clearwater) and they say he is nothing but a class act. Perfect father, husband and gentleman in general. Which is cool. He hasn't let his money go to his head, but he obviously hasn't spent any on acting lessons either.

Just Like Pro Wrestling
This movie is like professional wrestling - bad acting, lots of action, mindless and also entertaining. Plus it stars the wonderul Cyndy Preston. Check it out if you want a guilty pleasure.

All I can say is LAME
This has got to be one of the worst movies I have ever seen. It should be regulated to only be allowed to be played on public access channels. I think I became even dumber just from watching this. I guess I should expect that from any movie that Hulk Hogan is in :) ... Read more

Reviews (6)

Hogan does it again!
If you're a fan of "The Ultimate Weapon" then you've GOT to see this movie! Its a really good film with a great cast. Carl Weathers is awesome in reprising his role from "Predator"- but I'd still love to see a Hogan/Schwarzeneggar action movie..
Watch this movie if you can get ahold of it, you're sure to enjoy it!!

A sleeper!
Do you like international kidnapping, former NAVY SEALS, muscles and a lot of military hardware not to mention a very pretty lady in your movies? I bought SHADOW WARRIORS taking a chance that it would be an action movie with some substance. After all, Carl Weathers and Terry 'Hulk' Hogan are a sure thing for plenty of action. And Shannon Tweed, well, she's great to look at! To my pleasant surprise, this is a very entertaining movie, fun to watch and worth the price.

A great rolling action charged movie with a 007 flair finish
Hulk Hogan was great, Shannon Tweed her beautiful self with some exceptional martial arts skills. This combination could have longevity if the same standard of supporting actors are included. The movie is a brilliant combination of numerous action and adventure movies that has the possibility of drawing the Hulkster passion following from the late 80's.

Keep them coming, with Shannon Tweed holding her beauty and the Hulkster in the shape he is in, the movie we can have Dad, Mum and the Kids, and the teenagers, the weekend warriors and every man going through midlife crisis who are looking for hope savilating for more.

This movie proves a good team combination with great directing can be there with the over paid box office stars and promoted gusto movies.

Keep them coming I love the experience

Quite Good, Excellent Print.
Entertaining movie for fans of Hulk Hogan and Shannon Tweed. The action is thick and fast and the humor is supplied by Martin Kove. DVD print excellent. Buy It!

This movie was great!
This movie was awsome! If you love action flicks, you should defenitly bye this one. Hulkster rules brotha! ... Read more

Reviews (2)

Pleasently Surprised
Pretty much a rehash of Crimson tide, using todays hotspotsand a reversal of the characters roles (You will see what I mean). I personally felt this movie's story worked better then Crimson tide though. Maybe not as much special effects, but was able to carry itself equally as well on it's storyline alone.

I found this movie in the movie store and had never heard of it before, but heck for 13 dollars you can't go wrong

Danger Beneath The Sea
Definetly a guy's flick. If you're into sailors, then you're in for a treat. Casper Van Dien fans will enjoy his performance as well as a sneak peak at his torso during the de-contamination scene. Gerald McRaney's performance is decent as well. There is enough suspense without the gore. ... Read more

Reviews (23)

Compelling, Riveting...Yes!
I had, recently, seen brief bits of the DEAD ZONE television show and I had garnered an observation that the production, acting, special effects, and script were of a superior kind...and my main purpose/motivation for renting the DVD television premiere.

What I viewed was everything I expected and much more. The storyline/script is smartly written, with each scene vital and drawing the viewer in (i.e. you or me). The exploration of this man's coma/accident-induced powers...the untapped realm of the brain known as the "dead zone"...is explored with great imagination and emotional impact.

There was one scene that placed me in awe of the production values of this film. It involves the dead zone guy's Vietnamese doctor who, through his patient's powers, discovers that his mother is alive, not dead as the doctor had thought. In the reunion scene...a scene that will make you reach for the tissues, I have not seen in a long time a film that displayed such raw and genuine emotion (with special mention going to the actors in this scene). Just thinking about that scene makes me savor film and the power/art of film-making at its best. The exhileration of the reunion, with no dialogue whatsoever, was truly astounding. Once you see that scene, you'll know what I'm talking about (get the tissues in advance)...

I, too, cannot wait for the rest of the season to come out on DVD. And though I rented this movie, I plan to also buy it shortly.

I believe the reason this film was so effective as a pilot for the rest of the show is the directoral prowess of Michael Pillar whose ability in film production is most evident in the latter years of STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION. Whether or not you like that latter television series, those shows, especially the 5th-7th seasons, were critically praised. Pillar's influence in the DEAD ZONE is visibly apparent. I do not know whether the rest of the series has held to the same production values, however, I have viewed several episodes that were quality-made.

This film deserves a 4.5 rating...

Great TV pilot on a DVD packed with extras for the fans
This TV series pilot movie (actually first 2 episodes of the series) is based on the Stephen King novel of the same name. It is an excellent adaptation of the novel for an on-going TV series. Anthony Michael Hall shines in the role of Johnny Smith and brings a real sense of sympathy to the role. It's hard to believe you are watching a grown up "Rusty Griswold" from the "Vacation" movies.

I was happily surprised when I watched this movie and at the end it successfully makes you want more - and as a hook for a TV series its up there with pilots like that of "The Invisible Man (2000)".

This disc also has a host of extras such as commentary by the cast over the feature. They come out with a lot of interesting remarks on how long it took to film, cast changes and story changes and network interference in the plot and character outlines. There is also a look behind the scenes in a mini-documentary, TV ad spots etc.

If you enjoyed the series, or simply have heard good things about it, pick up this DVD for a superior adaptation of a Stephen King book. A very addictive primer for a great TV show.

Dead Zone Fans Beware
Warning -- If you are looking for the unaired original Dead Zone pilot episode that was offered for a short time as a bonus to those who purchased the First Season Set, do not buy this DVD.

Although this is a great DVD, it is the same first episode that is included in the First Season Set.

I purchased the first season set after the deadline for taking advantage of the offer for the bonus DVD. I really wanted to see the original unaired pilot episode and I mistakenly thought that this was it. To my dismay found that it was the 2 hour series premier that I already had on the First Season Set.
I guess this one will find its way to a friend or end up in the used bin at the video store.

If you are unfamiliar with The Dead Zone and don't want to lay out the bucks for the complete First Season Set, this DVD is an outstanding intro to the series. However, if you love the series, go for the gusto and get the set. I'm on my second viewing of the set and can't wait for the release of the Second Season Set.

Very good for a TV show
The pilot is included with the first-season DVD, so now I have two of them. The production is very good, as are the special effects, especially the scenes in Vietnam where debris is frozen in mid-air while the lead character walks through the dustry street.

The story is tight, and the writing is good. I'd like to have seen Rev. Purdy's character better explained, but I think that will make itself known in the first season, which I'm now watching.

Overall, it's a really good story and makes you think about the possibilities.

I'm glad it's a cable show, because the cable shows these days seem to do a better job at developing characters and offering something fresh and unique. That is: They aren't afraid to take chances.

I think we've all had enough reality on television that "The Dead Zone" is a welcome chance to walk on the other side.

Stephen King's novel is turned into a pretty good TV series
"The Dead Zone" is one of my favorite Stephen King novels and I have taught it a couple of times in class because of the way in which the series of events persuade Johnny Smith to do what he does at the end. It is also one of the best Stephen King books to recommend to people who do not like Stephen King books (i.e., monsters and scary things). The 1983 movie version of "The Dead Zone" was one of my least favorite Stephen King movies, mainly because I thought the casting of Christopher Walken as Johnny was a mistake; Johnny has to be more of an ordinary guy in extraordinary circumstances, and nobody can ever mistake Walken for ordinary. Anyhow, the idea of turning "The Dead Zone" into a television series instantly appealed to me, because the premise of the character and the episodic nature of the novel, both lent themselves to such an adaptation.

The premise is fairly simple. Johnny Smith (Anthony Michael Hall) is a high school teacher who has some minor psychic abilities as a result of a childhood accident. One night, after a fun date with his fiancé, Sarah (Nicole de Boer), Johnny is in a car accident. He wakes up six years later to find his perfect life is gone and that now, when he touches someone, he gets intense psychic images that serve as warnings of back things happening. With great power comes great responsibility and Johnny tries to use his gift to help.

There are some problems with this movie that serves as the pilot for "The Dead Zone" television series, but creators Michael and Shawn Piller come up with several significant changes from the novel that serve as a solid foundation for the first season and beyond. This television pilot is actually the first two episodes thrown together (for distribution as a movie if the series was not sold), with the first hour devoted to establishing Johnny's new situation and the second to the serial killer story from the novel. The main problem is that there are several instances where things get a bit rushed: Johnny wakes up in the hospital and Dr. Tran (Rick Tae) IMMEDIATELY tells him that he has been in a coma for six years. Dr. Tran wants to wait to tell Johnny that his mother died and his fiancé got married during those six years, but the whole six years of your life gone in an instance he hits this guy with right away. Similarly, in terms of everything that Sarah has to tell him he picks up on in flash when he touches her and even the wall that exists between Johnny and Sarah's husband Walt Bannerman (Chris Bruno) does not last long in the second hour of the show. Also, if you want to have fun nitpicking, Johnny would have known about O.J. Fortunately, while the serial killer plot gets resolved in the second hour, as dictated by the USA network, the series did go on to take its time with Greg Stillson.

What outweighs these problems are some of the changes the brothers Piller made in the elements of the novel. First, on their fun date Johnny and Sarah produced a child, which gives the characters an unavoidable link and another aspect to the new love triangle. Second, related to that, is the idea to back Sarah's husband Sheriff Bannerman (this raises a question: will Johnny warn Walt about Cujo?), which adds another layer of complexity to the love triangle because Walt the husband and Bannerman the sheriff have different relationships with Johnny under different circumstances. Third, Johnny's parents are now out of the picture and in their place is the Reverend Gene Purdy (David Ogden Stiers), the beneficiary of Vera Smith's money and a powerful figure with a continuing interest in Johnny, an interest that exists on multiple levels and cannot really be pinned down. Fourth, Johnny Smith now has a sidekick, Bruce Lewis (John L. Adams), his physical therapist, and the first true believer. This allows the writers to give Johnny someone to talk to instead of finding ways to get Johnny to think out loud all of the time.

Fifth, picking up from the theatrical version, when Johnny has his visions we see him there, in the setting. An extension of this, taken from the novel, is that Johnny unconsciously mimics the person he is seeing, talking their language. This works very well with the subplot involving Dr. Tran, who is the updated version of Dr. Weizak (a nice move, both in terms of the updating and in terms of the new resolution to the question of Tran's mother). This also provides the director to come up with some stunning set pieces as everyone freezes and Johnny walks through the moment paying attention to the details (it looks like he is walking through a Matrix-like CGI shot, but it is simply done for the most part). But there are some equally impressive effects created during Johnny's visions by cutting back and forth between now and then, or by doing reverse shots from two different locations. Consequently, "The Dead Zone" has a visual style that makes for some nice examples of creativity in filming a television show.

The second hour does a nice job of establishing the rules of the game here in terms of how Johnny gets flashes of the future, but that it is a future that can be changed: you taken one moment out of the string of life and everything changes. This becomes a very workable premise for a television series, with the story of a real life superhero, on to which we throw all the interpersonal angst of Johnny's relationships. It would have been nice to have seen what this show would have done if they had been allowed to take their time with these initial story threads, but being rushed by the network seems a small price to pay if it means getting the series on the air. As a TV pilot this 2002 version of "The Dead Zone" is not perfect, but it does a very good job of establishing a solid foundation for a pretty good television series.

Final Note: If you pick up the first season of "The Dead Zone" on DVD you get the TV pilot as the first two episodes, but you do not get the commentary (which is split in half) that appears on this particular DVD. ... Read more

Reviews (6)

Hogan does it again!
If you're a fan of "The Ultimate Weapon" then you've GOT to see this movie! Its a really good film with a great cast. Carl Weathers is awesome in reprising his role from "Predator"- but I'd still love to see a Hogan/Schwarzeneggar action movie..
Watch this movie if you can get ahold of it, you're sure to enjoy it!!

A sleeper!
Do you like international kidnapping, former NAVY SEALS, muscles and a lot of military hardware not to mention a very pretty lady in your movies? I bought SHADOW WARRIORS taking a chance that it would be an action movie with some substance. After all, Carl Weathers and Terry 'Hulk' Hogan are a sure thing for plenty of action. And Shannon Tweed, well, she's great to look at! To my pleasant surprise, this is a very entertaining movie, fun to watch and worth the price.

A great rolling action charged movie with a 007 flair finish
Hulk Hogan was great, Shannon Tweed her beautiful self with some exceptional martial arts skills. This combination could have longevity if the same standard of supporting actors are included. The movie is a brilliant combination of numerous action and adventure movies that has the possibility of drawing the Hulkster passion following from the late 80's.

Keep them coming, with Shannon Tweed holding her beauty and the Hulkster in the shape he is in, the movie we can have Dad, Mum and the Kids, and the teenagers, the weekend warriors and every man going through midlife crisis who are looking for hope savilating for more.

This movie proves a good team combination with great directing can be there with the over paid box office stars and promoted gusto movies.

Keep them coming I love the experience

Quite Good, Excellent Print.
Entertaining movie for fans of Hulk Hogan and Shannon Tweed. The action is thick and fast and the humor is supplied by Martin Kove. DVD print excellent. Buy It!

This movie was great!
This movie was awsome! If you love action flicks, you should defenitly bye this one. Hulkster rules brotha! ... Read more

Reviews (20)

Get ready for high speed action . . . CHiPs is back!!!
This movie is great as not only as a sequel to the series, but as a stand-alone movie itself. I was a fan of the series as a kid in the 70's & 80's, and with the introduction of new series' I gradually drifted away from CHiPs in syndication, but CHiPs '99 kind of whetted my apitite to revisit some of the old episodes and "rewatch them for the first time", and it's been a great ride all around.

Ponch and Jon come back just as good as the original series!
The new movie is a great sequal to the pilot episode. It uniquly brings the smallest details of the late 70's episode to a 90's perspective. Also the change from the old Kawasakis to the new BMW's, and from the old Dodge Monacos to the new Crown Victorias is awesome. Anyone who liked the show, especially if they've seen the pilot episode, will love "CHiPs '99".

swt
AWESOME! HOPE THEY COME OUT WITH A NEW SERIES!!!

Cheesy....blahhhhhhh
I love CHiPs....of the late 70s and early 80s, but not this 99 video. It's very cheesy. You can't compare this to the series, no way except for the characters, except of course they got older and for the most part, they gained some weight. John Baker still looks the same, but he gained a bit weight too, but not as much as Erik Estrada, eeew, his face especially (Eyes...eeeeeeew) Too bad they don't have the original CHiPs on tape, now that would be better than this one. It had its moments, but I didn't get the same feel as I would with the original series...mayber perhaps Baker and Ponch were younger, and more fun to watch???

Review:
Ponch comes back to temporarily help the CHP capture car jacking theives. John Baker, the captain, reunites with Ponch, and Ponch helps heal John's wounded pain of Ponch leaving the force and not inviting John to Ponch's wedding. Ponch explains to him the reason for the leave. Although, if you watched the series, at the end, it was Baker who left to ranch his family ranch in Colorado and Ponch stayed. Through the movie, they show a few short clips of the old series when Contraire (the captain in the old series, now commisioner)John, and Erik remembers the old days together.

If you want to collect this just to have CHiPs, then go for it, I suggest though that you try to see if it's available at a movie rental place, ie blockbuster. If it's not available that way, try to buy it less than 6 bucks via online. I hope this helps.

It worthes the money spent!
...About the movie, it worthes the money spent and it still show the show spirit even after 20 years... Anyway, I never order over Internet, but for this movie I did and I appreciated my product. Ok, it took few more days than the website expected to get my tape delivered, but I truly enjoy it. ... Read more