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
169 episodes
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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56:06
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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33:10
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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42:14
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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46:07
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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30:37
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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44:23
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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1:03:13
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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36:03
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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43:39
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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45:12
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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37:20
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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35:22
The Stars Shine In Our July Warner Archive Blu-ray Reviews
The Stars Shine in our review of six new Blu-rays from the Warner Archive. To begin, George Feltenstein takes us through the intricate process of restoring the 1940 Technicolor epic "Northwest Passage," starring Spencer Tracy, discussing the hu...
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Episode 156
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48:18
Warner Archive September Release Announcement
George Feltenstein joins the podcast to update us on some recent happenings with the Warner Archive and to announce six September Blu-ray releases, including a highly requested noir, a musical, and more Hanna Barbara. George provides back...
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Episode 155
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42:11
4 Classics Now on Blu-ray: An Act of Violence, Hitchcock’s Screwball Comedy "Mr. and Mrs. Smith," "The Man I Love" with six more minutes restored, and "The Shining Hour"
Film noir aficionados and classic film lovers alike are in for a treat with our latest episode of "The Extras." Join us as George Feltenstein, a true cinema historian, shares his deep knowledge about Warner Archive's June Blu-ray releases. We s...
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Episode 154
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51:40
Warner Archive August Release Announcement
Hear directly from George Feltenstein as he announces the Warner Archive's August Blu-ray releases, including a highly requested Hanna Barbera series and two MGM Technicolor musicals. George provides background on each film, the new HD ma...
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Episode 153
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35:20
FLASHBACK: Revisiting "The Flash' The Original TV Series (1990-91)
Today, we sit down with Danny Bilson, co-creator and executive producer of the 1990-91 series "The Flash," and The Flash himself, John Wesley Shipp, to review the recent Blu-ray release and to revisit their memories of the show. This conv...
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Episode 152
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1:02:26
The Flash: The Original Series (1990-91) "Trial of the Trickster" Audio Commentary
Get ready to uncover the magic behind the iconic series finale of the 1990-91 TV show "The Flash" with exclusive insights from creators/executive producers Danny Bilson and Paul DeMeo. Recorded as an audio commentary in 2006, our episode promis...
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Episode 151
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49:04
MeTV Toons Preview With Jerry Beck
Animation historian Jerry Beck opens the vault to the newly launched MeTV Toons channel, airing on June 25th. Get ready to be taken behind the scenes as we delve into the collaborative efforts between Weigel Broadcasting and Warner Brothe...
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Episode 150
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33:10
The Mask of Fu Manchu, Two of Coppola's Early Works, and Scooby-Doo Zombie Island Double Feature
Join us as we review four new May Blu-ray releases with George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive.Ever wondered how a 92-year-old horror film could still send chills down your spine? Discover the turbulent production and masterful restor...
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Episode 149
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44:26
Warner Archive July Release Announcement
Hear directly from George Feltenstein as he announces the Warner Archive's July Blu-ray releases, ranging from a Scooby-Doo double feature to an often requested Spencer Tracy Technicolor film. George provides background on each film, the ...
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Episode 148
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28:03
3 Classic Films from the 1950s: The Nun's Story, Friendly Persuasion, & Devil's Doorway Reviews
What do you get when you team 3 STARS - COOPER, HEPBURN, & TAYLOR with 3 all-time great DIRECTORS in WYLER, ZINNEMANN, & MANN? Three amazing films, of course, in "The Nun's Story," "Friendly Persuasion," & "Devil's Doorway."&n...
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Episode 147
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31:25
Gary Cooper Stands Alone in HIGH NOON
Film Historians Julie Kirgo and Alan K Rode join the podcast to traverse the dusty trails and moral complexities of the timeless Western "High Noon." The new 4K UHD release from Kino Lorber is highlighted by their new audio commenta...
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Episode 146
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1:15:30
Bonus: Flights of Fantasy - Catching up with Arnold Leibovit
In this short Bonus episode, we catch up with Arnold Leibovit, the producer behind the restored Puppetoon series. We discuss his recent Rondo Hatten award for the Best Blu-ray Collection. And then he provides background on the upcom...
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Episode 145
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13:48
Warner Archive June Release Announcement
Hear directly from George Feltenstein as he announces the Warner Archive's June Blu-ray releases, ranging from a long-requested Alfred Hitchcock film to a 1990 TV series. George provides background on each film or TV series, the new HD ma...
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Episode 144
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29:15