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Superboy: The Complete Second Season

With its successful first season securing its status as a breakout hit, Superboy’s producers initiated some sweeping changes for the show’s second season. The biggest of the changes was the arrival of a whole new Superboy in the person of Gerard Christopher. Bringing with him a fan’s enthusiasm for all things Kryptonian, Christopher sent the show soaring up into ever-more super-heroic heights.

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Important: This title has been manufactured from the best-quality video master currently available and has not been remastered or restored for this DVD/Digital Download release.

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Genre:   Action
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Cast:   Gerard Christopher, Stacy Haiduk
Price: $29.95
Synopsis
With its successful first season having secured its status as a breakout syndicated hit, the Salkinds initiated some sweeping changes for the show’s sophomore season. The biggest of the changes was the arrival of a whole new Superboy in the person of Gerard Christopher. Bringing with him a fan’s enthusiasm and delight for all things Kryptonian and aided by a writing staff that included true DC Comics superstar scribes (including Andy Helfer, Cary Bates, Denny O’Neil, and Mike Carlin), Christopher sent the show soaring up into ever-more super-heroic heights. Familiar four-color threats faced by our boy Kal-El include a now follicle challenged Lex Luthor (who makes Lana his bride decades before they did it in Smallville), Metallo, Bizarro, Mr. Mxyzptlk and Yellow Peri in this complete 26-Episode, 3-Disc Collection. Also starring Stacy Haiduk and Ilan Mitchell-Smith.

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Superboy: The Complete Second Season
 
4.1

(based on 34 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (14)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (14)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Entertaining (28)
  • Action-packed (20)
  • Classic style (20)
  • Engaging (13)
  • Funny (13)

Cons

  • Uneven (3)

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  • Entertainment (26)
  • Everyone (13)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Collector (27), Movie buff (20), Avid reader (8), Audiophile (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (29), Yes (3)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

A Worthy Purchase for Fans

Coming nearly 6 years after the release of Season 1, Superboy: Season 2 was a pleasant surprise. The quality of the Warner Archive DVDs has improved so much, that it has become difficult ...Read complete review

Coming nearly 6 years after the release of Season 1, Superboy: Season 2 was a pleasant surprise. The quality of the Warner Archive DVDs has improved so much, that it has become difficult to distinguish these DVRs from the standard mass produced DVDs that line store shelves. As expected, the playback was excellent. Episodes are separate on the menu. There are no special features (par for the course with the Warner Archive titles). The picture quality is fine (typical of a late 80s syndicated show). The audio is also adequate (it could just be me, but the volume tends to fluctuate from episode to episode, still this should not deter one from making the purchase). The show features some fun guest villians to chew the scenery, along with a new Superboy. My young sons have enjoyed watching the show along with me. This set is highly recommended for fans of the show as well as the Man of Steel in general.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

A (guilty pleasure) must have!!!

Another treasure for Superman hardcore fans is this TV series. Gerard Christopher really shines as the new Boy of Steel, giving to the character some of the qualities present in the classic Christopher Reeve ...Read complete review

Another treasure for Superman hardcore fans is this TV series. Gerard Christopher really shines as the new Boy of Steel, giving to the character some of the qualities present in the classic Christopher Reeve portray of the Man of Steel, and is an improvement over previous series star, John Haynes Newton (Who also did a good job).

Stacy Hayduk is great and good looking as Lana Lang, while Ian Mitchel Smith is just a comic relief here, but the biggest surprise is Sherman Howard's portray of Lex Luthor, a really wicked and evil character, even with some "Jokerish" mannerisms.

The quality of elements like the stories (Handled by DC Comics writters and really close to the source material) made a contrast with the obvious low budget feel of the show in the scenarios and props.

Sadly, as a made to order DVD, we'll miss different audio tracks, subtitles, behind the scenes specials or commentaries. But at least we have episodes with a good transfer. Just hope to see the remaining seasons, where the stories and acting goes better, and the series ends in a high note.

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3.0

A (guilty pleasure) must have!!!

By Alexander Blackmount

from Bogotá, Colombia

About Me Collector, Movie Buff

Pros

  • Action-packed
  • Engaging
  • Entertaining
  • Funny

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Entertainment
    • Everyone

    Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

    Another treasure for Superman hardcore fans is this TV series. Gerard Christopher really shines as the new Boy of Steel, giving to the character some of the qualities present in the classic Christopher Reeve portray of the Man of Steel, and is an improvement over previous series star, John Haynes Newton (Who also did a good job).

    Stacy Hayduk is great and good looking as Lana Lang, while Ian Mitchel Smith is just a comic relief here, but the biggest surprise is Sherman Howard's portray of Lex Luthor, a really wicked and evil character, even with some "Jokerish" mannerisms.

    The quality of elements like the stories (Handled by DC Comics writters and really close to the source material) made a contrast with the obvious low budget feel of the show in the scenarios and props.

    Sadly, as a made to order DVD, we'll miss different audio tracks, subtitles, behind the scenes specials or commentaries. But at least we have episodes with a good transfer. Just hope to see the remaining seasons, where the stories and acting goes better, and the series ends in a high note.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • Yes
     
    3.0

    Great Second Season

    By Bobby Joe Booger

    from Macon, GA

    About Me Avid Reader, Collector, Movie Buff

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Action-packed
    • Engaging
    • Entertaining
    • Funny
    • Glad To See Stacy Back

    Cons

    • Don't Like The New Luthor

    Best Uses

    • Entertainment

    Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

    Product arrived in great condition.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No
     
    5.0

    About time!!!!!

    By Greg

    from Norman

    About Me Movie Buff

    Pros

    • Action-packed
    • Classic
    • Entertaining

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Entertainment

      Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

      About time!!!!!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Superboy has flown onto DVD once again..

      By Eric

      from Bayonne, NJ

      About Me Collector, Movie Buff

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Action-packed
      • Classic
      • Engaging
      • Entertaining
      • Funny
      • Superboy Superman

      Cons

      • No Booklet Or Subtitles
      • No Episode Guide Booklet

      Best Uses

      • Entertainment
      • Everyone

      Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

      I love his series and love the fact that WB has finally decided to listen up and give us fans what we want. The quality of the episodes was very well done, with very little noticeable problems. The commercials bumpers were fun to see left in and the menu layout, was generic. I'd say this was a great buy, I do hope WB invest in Subtitles(for those who are deaf)and an episode guide booklet. BRING ON SEASON 3 & 4

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      • No

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Finally the second season of Superboy

      By Don S

      from Dayton Oh

      About Me Collector

      Pros

      • Action-packed
      • Classic
      • Entertaining

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Entertainment
        • Everyone

        Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

        Finally the second season of Superboy on dvd for us Superman collectors.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Headline is good.

        By superman comics

        from Irvington,Alabama

        Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

        everything is very good.

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Superman in training

        By xsailor5

        from Oklahoma

        About Me Collector, Comic Book Fan, Movie Buff

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Action-packed
        • Classic
        • Comic Book Fun
        • Entertaining

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Entertainment
          • Everyone

          Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

          Great to finally see this season on DVD, can't wait for the next 2 season!!

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Superman in training!

          By xsailor5

          from Oklahoma

          About Me Collector, Movie Buff

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Classic
          • Comic Book Action
          • Entertaining

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Comic Book Fans
            • Entertainment
            • Everyone

            Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

            Great to finally have on DVD. Can't wait for the remainder of the show, season 3 and 4. Nice quality video and audio, even without the remastering. Anxiously waiting to see the final 2 seasons!!

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Finally! Shouldve been released yearsago

            By Mr. Lee

            from Pittsburgh, PA.

            About Me Collector, Fan Of Truth And Justice, Movie Buff

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Action-packed
            • Classic
            • Engaging
            • Entertaining

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Entertainment
              • Everyone

              Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

              Great superhero show that improved with time. Some episodes just ok, but many were very good and true to the DC character. Was major improvement over the first season. Film quality is good (even without being remastered), and the series is great fun for both fans and family. The set could be made better with inclusion of an episode guide, but is quite acceptable as is. It should have been released long ago! Bring on the remaining seasons!

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Excellent!

              By Krazy Joe

              from Springfield, PA

              About Me Collector, Movie Buff

              Pros

              • Action-packed
              • Classic
              • Entertaining

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Entertainment
                • Everyone

                Comments about Superboy: The Complete Second Season:

                Bring on Season 3 ASAP !!

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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