Deadline: The Complete 39 Episode Series!

We are so lucky that a series such as this was suddenly found in someone's garage and brought to us by Filmchest Media Group based in CT. It is classic late 50’s early 1960’s television at it's finest with well paced storylines, fine acting with many familiar faces, well above average picture and sound quality and all for a bargain price of $11.99.What sets apart Deadline (1959-1961) from most other shows from this period, and similarly like Naked City (1958–1963) and Route 66 (1960-1964), every episode was filmed on location revealing unseen footage of American cities and places which no longer exist. This is truly amazing for those of us who remember these landmarks. Though not mentioned in the item description this DVD release includes a beautiful and extremely thorough slick paper booklet. The Bonus Features include a fascinating 25-minute interview with Broadcast Journalism Professor Joe Alicastro. The show is a champion for freedom of the press, something that is extremely prevalent in our society today. Reporters ARE still heroes!! There are some rather violent episodes that perhaps should not be viewed by young children.I try not to write reviews before I complete viewing of all episodes but I want readers to know it's important to support companies like Filmchest that bring us rare classic television without the CBS MOD price gouging!! I intend to update this review if my opinion changes in any way.

Hard hitting shows highlight the initiative and diligence of small and large newspaper reporters whose efforts had social impacts while also providing useful facts. Each episode takes a story which reporters, often without approval from their supervisors, followed to create a fact based portrait of reality. The search for truth, regardless of consequences, is the common theme of all of the selected stories. Often working hand in hand with the police, suspected criminals are investigated, releasing some, and adding weight to other legal cases. Cameos by noted actors such as Peter Falk, George Maharis, Joyce van Patten, Ralph Bell, Gale Garnett, Sydney Pollack, and others add to the interest of these fine programs. Too bad it was cancelled after one season, which back then was 39 episodes. Shows seem to have been restored. Clear sound and picture. Must read the Code of Ethics prepared by the Society of Professional Journalists which is printed in an enclosed pamphlet. First item: "Seek truth and report it" is timeless journalistic guidance.

This DVD collection appears to be a good collection of stories. I am certain as I watch each of the 39 eposides they will be interesting and exciting. I purchased it when it was on sale, but I think the original price was also a fair price. I do recommend this set to anyone who likes the Noir movie theme. These were made at a time when the movie sudios were making quality family entertainment. I think you will like the stories as much as I do.

Quite an amazing series - my family & I were very pleased with it. The acting can be a bit uneven, but if you are a fan of 50s - 70's television, you will see dozens of your favorite stars in this - we had many "a-ha!" moments as we recognized faces and looked people up on IMDB and remembered them from work they did years, even decades later. Peter Falk as a deranged con in a prison riot is particularly wonderful! The outdoor scenes are particularly fascinating, most of them shot candidly in small towns and cities, watching the passers by who appear in the shots as well as the fabulous 50's cars was a treat.The "When Reporters Were Heroes" tag isn't all hype. These are real stories of real reporters who took the idea that journalism is a life of service and a duty to the public absolutely to heart. This makes a pretty stark contrast to the politically biased and shrill reporting that we see today in papers, television, and social media. Some of the attitudes may shock you, but much of the compassion and humanity will delight you.One sad note, of all the newspapers mentioned in the 39 episodes, only a handful are still publishing today. You will notice that most of the papers are hyphenated - they were already the product of mergers and a shrinking market for physical newspapers. This series documents the death of an honest 4th Estate, and the death of the American newspaper as a local organization.

I love all the Episodes on this CD, shows well, good Quality Pictures, no lines, very clear Pictures, recommended

I had never heard of the Deadline Series until it popped up on Amazon as something I might like. The Series is a must have if you, like my husband Jim and me, like to watch old fashioned movies and TV series, and are a newspaper reader.The series is full of powerhouse actors, wonderful storylines and cinematography. I'm sure we will be watching this series many times over. Both captivating and fun to watch.I highly recommend the Deadline Complete DVD Series.

I had never heard of this show and I like old black and whites because they generally have better storylines than shows these days. Everything now is all shouting drama without a lot of thought. Same ole same old. Deadline is fairly good and different. Wasn't as deep or intriguing as other commenters made it out to be, but to each his own. Not a bad show and it's different. I'd buy it again.