Crossroads on DVD - March 2008, Archive Volume 3

[Mrs Turtle]

Yay! Volume 3 of Crossroads Archive is already listed on http://www.networkdvd.co.uk!

Episode 1927 from June 1973
Amy pesters Meg to let her off work early for a beer-tasting session. The session descends into anarchy, however, when a very drunk Miss Tatum shows the others a special skill...
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, Ivor Jay and Paula Milne
Directed by Sid Kilbey

Episode 1942 from July 1973
When his brother becomes seriously ill, Wilf becomes exceptionally happy - so much so that Sheila, Stan and Jill become concerned for his new zest for life. Amy has concerns about Vince's solitary habits.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, Ivor Jay, Paula Milne and Tommy Rushton
Directed by Jack Barton

Episode 1946 from July 1973
Vince's date with Lorna hits a rocky patch before it even starts. Uncle Isaac gets a visit from the Salvation Army band. Amy gets her bottom spanked in public by a figure from the past...
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, Ivor Jay, Paula Milne and Tommy Rushton
Directed by Michael Hart

Episode 1961 from August 1973
Vince apologises to Don for his previous behaviour. David is annoyed when his transistor radio stops working. Sally asks Vera for advice on how to make her hair look less dowdy.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, Ivor Jay and Paula Milne
Directed by Sid Kilbey

Episode 1969 from August 1973
Don is put on the spot when Patricia asks him if he wants to go through with the marriage. Vera's godson Martin plays on her emotions to stop being sent back to his dreaded Aunt Bertha.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, Ivor Jay and Paula Milne
Directed by Michael Hart

Episode 1971 from August 1973
Wilf and Stan have a birthday drink with a misery. Sheila buys herself a wedding ring in order to stop the idle chatter about her impending birth. David has his hands full with a predatory Italian lady...
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, Ivor Jay and Paula Milne
Directed by Michael Hart

Episode 1976 from September 1973
While Sandy mopes, Meg has a minor domestic argument with Hugh over breakfast. Don and Pat's wedding increasingly becomes taken over by her interfering, but well-meaning, mother.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Paula Milne and Ivor Jay
Directed by Jack Barton

Episode 1977 from September 1973
Don is appalled to find out that his nice quiet wedding is now expanding to ridiculous proportions, thanks to his mother-in-law-to-be. Hugh and Meg hunt for a new house to move into once they're married.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Paula Milne and Ivor Jay
Directed by Jack Barton

Episode 1978 from September 1973
Martin is concerned for his prospects and convinces Jane that he's on the run from the Mafia. Don's impending mother-in-law trouble increases and Amy tells Hugh a secret.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Paula Milne and Ivor Jay
Directed by Jack Barton

Episode 1979 from September 1973
David makes a faux pas with a Swedish VIP, who just happens to be female, blonde and gorgeous... Vera lays down the law to Martin and threatens to throw him out.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Paula Milne and Ivor Jay
Directed by Jack Barton

Episode 1980 from September 1973
Amy is appalled at the lack of gossip currently emanating from the kitchen. Sandy finds out that the anniversary of the motel opening is imminent and plans a surprise for his mother.
Written by Reg Watson
Directed by Reg Watson

Episode 1981 from September 1973
Plans for Sandy's anniversary party proceed apace, but keeping the secret from Meg is harder than he anticipated. Mrs. Witton teeters on the edge of a nervous breakdown and tries to hand in her notice to Meg.
Written by Reg Watson
Directed by Reg Watson

Episode 2012 from November 1973
David finds Mrs. Bullock collapsed on the floor with a head injury. A problem with two Oriental guests who can't speak English is solved by Mrs. Cunningham, who speaks English at them - loudly and clearly.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Jack Turner and Ivor Jay
Directed by Ivor Jay

Episode 2013 from November 1973
Jill feels guilty after telling Sheila that Roy has been looking for her. Vince feels guilty as he knows he can't adequately provide for the new flat, now that he and Diane have got back together again.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Jack Turner and Ivor Jay
Directed by Michael Hart

Episode 2014 from November 1973
In a fit of guilt, David offers Mrs. Bullock the job as his new housekeeper. Jill and Stan become frantic when Sheila doesn't return home with the baby at the agreed time.
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Jack Turner and Ivor Jay
Directed by Reg Watson

Episode 2015 from November 1973
Sheila, disillusioned with King's Oak generally and Stan and Jill especially, tries to get a job away from the district. A tall, dark and handsome stranger arrives at the motel looking for Meg...
Written by Peter Ling, Michala Crees, David Garfield, Jack Turner and Ivor Jay
Directed by Michael Hart

[jean9]

Oohhh, lots of lovely David Hunter moments for me to enjoy!!

[Mrs Turtle]

I'm intrigued by Amy Turtle having her behind spanked by a face from the past...!  :shock:

[Mike of CAS]

Typical, the motel anniversary party is actually missing, but the discussions about it are there!  

[Meg Richardson]

Wonderful selection.

I don't like the fact they're using screen captures, when you think of all the photographs that were taken of the show over the years.

Has the Rex Features only got a handful, where is the rest! Honestly, Carlton TV has cocked up everything its touched!

I used to like it when Mike, darling, used to make better sleeves than the official ones. Can't one try it again...

[Mike of CAS]

Well I think Network and Martin the designer have always done a fabulous job with the sleeve, obviously yes sometimes images are not from the right era, but it happens with all the long running shows.

I think if ITV had kept the photos themselves there would have been an easier access to them. Despite Network having Granada rights to VT, I think they have to pay Rex additional costs now for images.

I know the TV Times photo archive is accessible via Scope Features, I don't know if TV TImes would be cheaper than Rex, they have a nice selection from the 1970s.

I still don't know what happened to the TV World photo archive, and all its wonderful 1960s and pre-launch Crossroads images.

As for a mock Sleeve, well just for fun, maybe later.

[Mike of CAS]

I do think the 'proper' images always make a sleeve look a bit more professional meself.  

Using images of people who will no doubt feature a lot in this 3rd DVD.

[paul ross]

When is the 2nd Volume released again? 17th Feb? I didn't know that Volume 1 was already released. I see on Volume 3 one episode is written and directed by Reg Watson - so that should be interesting.

[Mike of CAS]

There technically should be one released towards the end of every month for the next eight years...  

[Douggie]

I think they are going to have to include more episodes per release because I can't see them continuing for eight years!

[paul ross]

I can't see them going past 2 years.

[Mike of CAS]

If demand stays up, and according to the 'best sellers' on the Network listing, seems no sign of a wither yet!

If Cell Block H can sell complete.. Can't see why Crossroads won't of course once it loses its 'soap opera' style in 1982 then the 'cult' market might give up on it, but I'm sure all the ATV episodes will get a release, I think it'll dwindle when the purple reception comes in.

And i'm sure I read that when they get into years where there are 'more stock' they'll double the disc releases, which is very wise.

[paul ross]

How did Prisoner release their episodes? (Incidentely Ann George (Amy) was a fan of Prisoner Cell Block H) How many eps did they have to release? I can't see Crossie taking 8 years somehow - I could be wrong. The thinking behind it must be along the lines of 12 quid a month is about the right price that fans would spend? I work it out at roughtly 3:50 per week for 8 years! So that's as good as it can get!

[Mike of CAS]

All nearly 700 episodes have been released in a big metal case and I think the cost is nearly £1000.

[paul ross]

I'm sure this has been discussed before but I was told today that these Crossroads volumes you have to send away for and that Zavi will not be stocking them. If they are so popular you would think that they would be available in the shops. Who do I send off to? Sorry for the stupid question!

Post edit: Ta for the help - just sent off yesterday for Volume 2 as 1 one doesn't do anything for me - with having so much of the 60s episodes contained.