
The Extras
The Extras explores the behind the scenes extras of your favorite TV shows, movies, and animation, whether on digital, dvd/blu-ray and 4K, or your favorite streaming site.
Episodes
182 episodes
Introducing Looney Tunes Collector's Vault Vol. 1
George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive and animation historian Jerry Beck introduce the Looney Tunes Collector's Vault, Volume 1, featuring 50 beautifully restored in High Definition classic cartoons across two discs. Hear directly from the t...
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Episode 181
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1:02:08

Grand Illusions: TCM Classic Film Festival Preview with Scott McGee
Scott McGee, Senior Director of Original Productions at Turner Classic Movies, previews the upcoming TCM Classic Film Festival and its theme, "Grand Illusions: Fantastic Worlds in Film," taking place April 24-27 in Hollywood.• Opening n...
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Episode 180
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40:48

DARK CITY DAMES with TCM's Eddie Muller, Host of Noir Alley
Eddie Muller, host of Noir Alley on TCM, discusses his fully revised book "Dark City Dames: The Women Who Defined Film Noir," which profiles noir actresses both at the height of their fame and decades later as they reflected on their lives afte...
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Episode 179
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39:18

Warner Archive May Release Announcement Part 2: Rhapsody In Blue & High Society 4K
Warner Archive's May releases feature two significant musical films: a restored pre-release version of "Rhapsody in Blue" with 13 additional minutes only shown to WWII soldiers, and the long-awaited 4K release of "High Society" featuring Bing C...
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Episode 178
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51:42

Warner Archive May Release Announcement Part 1: Two Older and Two Modern Classics
Warner Archive announces four exciting Blu-ray releases for May, ranging from 1930s classics to modern masterpieces, all meticulously remastered for optimal presentation.• Three Comrades (1938): Frank Borzage directs this pacifist film ...
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Episode 177
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22:26

The Story Behind Restoring The Searchers 4K
Warner Brothers restoration experts Miles Del Hoyo and George Feltenstein take us behind the scenes of the stunning 4K restoration of John Ford's classic western The Searchers, revealing the technical wizardry that brought new life to this cine...
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Episode 176
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46:24

Warner Archive Unveils Looney Tunes Collector's Vault PLUS Two January Blu-ray Reviews
George Feltenstein joins us to reveal the Warner Archive's exciting plans for the Looney Tunes Collector's Vault series and discuss their ongoing preservation efforts for classic animation and film.• Collector's Vault Volume 1 will feat...
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Episode 175
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41:08

Warner Archive April Release Announcement PLUS a May Sneak Peek
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six April Blu-ray releases, PLUS he gives us a sneak peek about a potential May release. George includes background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and more clarification on the ext...
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Episode 174
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25:13

Revisiting Frankenstein Jr. and The Impossibles and Daffy Duck's Quackbusters
Animation historian Jerry Beck and Warner Archive's George Feltenstein continue our animation discussion. Together, they take listeners on a nostalgic journey back to the 1960s with the TV series "Frankenstein Jr. and the Impossibles." Jerry Be...
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Episode 173
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26:17

Restoring a Cinematic Legacy: Tom and Jerry The Complete CinemaScope Collection Blu-ray
Join animation historian Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein from the Warner Archive as they unfold the rich tapestry behind the Tom and Jerry CinemaScope Collection. Discover the revolutionary role of CinemaScope in the 1950s and how it breathed...
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Episode 172
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31:31

Warner Archive March Release Announcement
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six March Blu-ray releases, PLUS he provides an update on why there were no February releases. George includes background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and more clarification on t...
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Episode 171
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1:01:16

Rediscovering The 1970s Animated Sitcom Classic 'Wait Till Your Father Gets Home'
Animation enthusiasts and fans of television history are in for a treat as we unpack the animated sitcom "Wait Till Your Father Gets Home," which aired from 1972 to 1974, and is now available on Blu-ray from the Warner Archive. Joined by animat...
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Episode 170
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23:40

Warner Archive December Blu-ray Reviews PLUS a Recap of 2024
George Feltenstein joins the podcast for our review of the Warner Archive’s six Blu-ray releases for December. We also provide a brief overview of THE SEARCHERS (1956) 4K release and what other reviewers are saying about the Warner Archive’s fi...
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Episode 169
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1:01:50

Frank Capra, Robert Riskin and the Early Days of Columbia Studios
In this episode, Victoria Riskin, daughter of Oscar-winning writer Robert Riskin and Fay Wray, and award-winning writer-producer Steven C. Smith reveal the impact of director Frank Capra and his friend and collaborator writer Robert Riskin on t...
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Episode 168
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58:45

Warner Archive January Release Announcement PLUS a February Animation Treat
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six January Blu-ray releases, PLUS a highly anticipated February animation release. George provides background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and more clarification on the extras t...
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Episode 167
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35:49

Restoration & Reviews of 3 Classics: That's Entertainment, Humoresque, & Sweethearts PLUS a TV Western & 3 Post-2000 Comedies
George Feltenstein joins the podcast for our monthly review of the Warner Archive's latest Blu-ray releases for October and November. George provides good news on "Wait Till Your Father Gets Home" and when it might finally get a new release dat...
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Episode 166
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44:52

Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Vol. 4 Review
Ever wondered how classic cartoons continue to capture our hearts and minds? Join us as we sit down with animation historian Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein from the Warner Archive to uncover the magic behind the 27 cartoons in the Looney Tun...
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Episode 165
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48:46

Behind The Scenes of an Audio Commentary Team
Have you ever wondered what the people who record the audio commentaries of your favorite movies do to prepare? Well, even if you haven’t wondered, we take you behind the scenes with the audio commentary team of Dr. Steve Haberman and Con...
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Episode 164
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33:15

Warner Archive December Release Announcement Plus EXCLUSIVE Details on The Searchers 4K
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six December Blu-ray releases, PLUS EXCLUSIVE details on THE SEARCHERS 4K and what it means for the future of the Warner Archive. George provides background on each film or TV series, the new HD ...
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Episode 163
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47:02

We Get Spooky with Three Warner Bros Horror Classics
We get spooky in our Halloween special featuring the expertise of George Feltenstein from the Warner Archive, alongside the sharp insights of film historians and audio commentary contributors Dr. Steve Haberman and Constantine Nasr. Eve...
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Episode 162
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1:05:52

From Orson Wells & Humphrey Bogart to a Bathing Beauty, a Mamma, and Jonny Quest: Warner Archive September Blu-ray Reviews
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to review the five Blu-ray releases in September. We start with Orson Welles' "Journey into Fear," a film that, despite its tumultuous production, bears the unmistakable mark of his Mercury Theatre inf...
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Episode 161
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38:41

Warner Archive August/Early Sept Blu-ray Reviews PLUS Is This The End of Looney Tunes Releases?
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to review the August and early September Blu-ray releases from the Warner Archive. Plus, George answers if you should be worried about future Looney Tunes Blu-rays from the Warner Archive!Have you ev...
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Episode 160
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46:17

Warner Archive November Release Announcement PLUS an EXCLUSIVE Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Update
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six November Blu-ray releases. George provides background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and more clarification on the extras that will be included. PLUS, George provides an ...
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Episode 159
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47:51

TOP CAT's a Cool Cat! PLUS an EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEAK of Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Vol. 4
What makes "Top Cat" a timeless treasure in the realm of classic television animation? Join us as we uncover the magic behind the newly released Blu-ray edition of "Top Cat: The Complete Series," now boasting stunning 4K scans from the original...
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Episode 158
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39:59

Warner Archive October Release Announcement
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six October Blu-ray releases, including three highly-requested horror classics. George provides background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and more clarification on the extras that ...
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Episode 157
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38:00
