Ren & Stimpy coming from Paramount!

mikegray · 17-07-2004, 23:02

(taken from Tvshowsondvd)

Happy Happy, Joy Joy! Ren and Stimpy fans who missed out on last year's Time-Life offerings can rejoice! Paramount has quietly let retailers know that Ren and Stimpy - The Complete 1st & 2nd Seasons will be available to sell in-stores on October 12!

Over 30 episodes will be present on this release: "Stimpy's Big Day", "The Big Shot", "Stimpy's Storybook Land: Robin Hoek", "Nurse Stimpy", "Space Madness", "The Boy Who Cried 'Rat!'", "Fire Dogs", "Stimpy's Storybook Land: The Littlest Giant", "Marooned", "Untamed World", "Black Hole", "Stimpy's Invention", "In the Army", "Powdered Toastman", "Ren's Toothache", "Big House Blues", "Out West", "Rubber Nipple Salesmen", "Sven Hoek", "Mad Dog Hoek", "Haunted House", "Big Baby Scam", "Dog Show", "Son of Stimpy", "Monkey See, Monkey Don't", "Fake Dad", "The Great Outdoors", "The Cat That Laid The Golden Hairball", "Stimpy's Fan Club", "A Visit to Anthony", and "The Royal Canadian Kilted Yaksmen".

For those of us who managed to get the short-lived direct sale offering before Time-Life's rights (quickly) expired, there's still good reason to also get the new set. Besides 10 episodes that weren't on the old discs ("Mad Dog Hoek", "Haunted House", "Big Baby Scam", "Son of Stimpy", "Monkey See, Monkey Don't", "Fake Dad", "The Cat That Laid The Golden Hairball", "Stimpy's Fan Club", "A Visit to Anthony", and "The Royal Canadian Kilted Yaksmen"), Paramount's release will also have these extras:

Audio Commentary
Featurette
Image Gallery

Neat add-ons that make it worth adding this to your collection, eh? Something else that would make it worthwhile is if these turn out to be the completely unedited versions of each short. As an example, in the episode "Powdered Toastman", a document is burned in the fireplace, making a joke out of the ignorance of "PTM" when he unwittingly shoves it in. Originally the paper was identifiable as the U.S. Constitution by the words "We The People" at the top, but on the Time-Life DVDs it is only a blank piece of paper. This is just one example of the edits this show has seen, both for broadcast and on the old DVDs. C'mon, Paramount...give us the unedited, original versions of each cartoon!

The running time is listed at 418 minutes, and pricing info isn't yet available. Nor is cover art, but we expect to have that reasonably soon. Stay tuned for more! In the meantime, recite the oath: "I do hereby promise only to watch the Ren & Stimpy Show..."

Richie · 17-07-2004, 23:31

Sounds like it could be promising. I just hope these are unedited versions otherwise what's the point really (I didn't get the Time-Life release for that very reason on principal).

The Bear · 18-07-2004, 00:12

Great theme tune

Mr Jolly · 18-07-2004, 19:30

Joy!

JayX · 18-07-2004, 21:34

october 12 is 5 days after my birthday. i know where my moneys on if paramount are able to deliver a really good, uncut set. surely they must realise this is what the fans of R&S are craving for, and in all honesty.. if you're not a fan.. you're not going to buy it.

the episode about the bad tooth makes me squirm so much... its HORRIBLE in places. i love it

Michael Mackenzie · 18-07-2004, 22:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikegray

Neat add-ons that make it worth adding this to your collection, eh? Something else that would make it worthwhile is if these turn out to be the completely unedited versions of each short. As an example, in the episode "Powdered Toastman", a document is burned in the fireplace, making a joke out of the ignorance of "PTM" when he unwittingly shoves it in. Originally the paper was identifiable as the U.S. Constitution by the words "We The People" at the top, but on the Time-Life DVDs it is only a blank piece of paper. This is just one example of the edits this show has seen, both for broadcast and on the old DVDs. C'mon, Paramount...give us the unedited, original versions of each cartoon!

They will indeed be unedited. This from Spumco producer Stephen Worth:

http://www.talkaboutanimation.com/gr...ages/8195.html

budgenk · 18-07-2004, 22:36

I'll definitely be buying this (or putting it on my Xmas list) if only to see Ren's soliloquy with a bar of soap in Space Madness again!

btw did anyone ever see the Spumco cartoon 'Ripping Friends' that was on the Cartoon Network at very odd hours in the morning a while back? I managed to record pretty much all of them, even better than R&S in my opinion, completely insane superhero cartoon

Michael Mackenzie · 18-07-2004, 22:37

I saw the first four episodes of THE RIPPING FRIENDS (had it on DVD) and personally I thought it was diabolical. I couldn't believe the same people that came up with REN & STIMPY were responsible for it.

Ravenger · 19-07-2004, 08:02

If they're unedited I'll be buying them. I worked on a Ren & Stimpy SNES game once, and got to see all of the early episodes before the censors got their hands on them.

George Liquor and the oar hit.

I think the episode where Ren loses all his teeth should be shown to all schoolchildren. It'd decrease gum disease and tooth decay by shocking the little blighters into brushing their teeth every day.

GregB · 19-07-2004, 08:15

JOY

I avoided the Time-Life ones because of the cuts but will buy this if it is indeed unedited

Michael Mackenzie · 19-07-2004, 08:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stephen Robertson

George Liquor and the oar hit.

That episode is MAN'S BEST FRIEND, which was banned for over 10 years. It finally showed up on TNN/SpikeTV last year, but although it was a Season 2 episode, it isn't listed as being included on this set. My guess is that they'll release it with the eventual "Adult Party Cartoon" set instead.

danielsesay · 19-07-2004, 10:26

Great news. I'd love to have this on DVD!

Now if they released Rocko's Modern Life as well, I'd be a very happy bunny!

anephric · 19-07-2004, 10:27

"Our country reeks of trees, our yaks are really large... and they smell like rotting beef carcases!"

Ahhh yeah, I've been waiting for these for YEARS! Thought they might not even bother with them on dvd (since Ren & Stimpy's stock has fallen so low in recent years). It's a shame Nickelodeon own the characters and that Kricfalusi couldn't take them with him when he got the push. All the post-JK Ren & Stimpy sucked (with a very, very few Bob Camp exceptions).

I quite like Spumco's other stuff (Jimmy the Idiot Boy and the recent Tenacious D vid are wikkid) but truly John Kricfalusi hasn't been able to fulfill a lot of the things I'd hoped he'd eventuate, but then that's because ppl won't give him the money.

I *love* the Mighty Mouse stuff he did with Bakshi.

regards,
anephric

douglasb · 19-07-2004, 10:34

Awesome news. All I have is a bunch of videos, many of which were recorded in EP mode. My 'Log' t-shirt was a favourite for a long time!

D.

Michael Mackenzie · 19-07-2004, 11:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by anephric

Ahhh yeah, I've been waiting for these for YEARS! Thought they might not even bother with them on dvd (since Ren & Stimpy's stock has fallen so low in recent years). It's a shame Nickelodeon own the characters and that Kricfalusi couldn't take them with him when he got the push. All the post-JK Ren & Stimpy sucked (with a very, very few Bob Camp exceptions).

Indeed, after John K was fired the show just fizzled and died. I'm so glad that past wrongs have now been righted and he is in charge of the new show, even if it's taken 10 years.

Paul Lynock · 19-07-2004, 12:20

FAN-BLOODY-TASTIC!

gZa · 19-07-2004, 16:36

"My rare collection of Dinosaur droppings....PAINTED LIKE E-A-S-T-E-R EGGS!!!!"

I can't wait!

ryonhilluk · 20-07-2004, 18:15

I can't stand this program. I don't know why, but i took an instant dislike to it when i first saw it and ever since i've failed to see the funny side of it.

At least they are bothering to give it a good release though.

Michael Mackenzie · 20-07-2004, 18:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryonhilluk

I can't stand this program. I don't know why, but i took an instant dislike to it when i first saw it and ever since i've failed to see the funny side of it.

At least they are bothering to give it a good release though.

Out of interest, have you got any idea which ones you saw, ie. the first two seasons or the ones that followed after the creators were fired? I'm just curious because, while Seasons 3-5 were pretty loathsome, I am of the opinion that the first two seasons are the best television there has ever been. Truly groundbreaking material.

RPG · 20-07-2004, 19:02

Does anyone remember the title of the episode where stimpy climbs inside his belly button?

Best.episode.ever!

17-07-2004, 23:02	#1
mikegray Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Wigan / London Posts: 8,797 Thanks: 1 Thanked 5 Times in 2 Posts	Ren & Stimpy coming from Paramount! (taken from Tvshowsondvd) Happy Happy, Joy Joy! Ren and Stimpy fans who missed out on last year's Time-Life offerings can rejoice! Paramount has quietly let retailers know that Ren and Stimpy - The Complete 1st & 2nd Seasons will be available to sell in-stores on October 12! Over 30 episodes will be present on this release: "Stimpy's Big Day", "The Big Shot", "Stimpy's Storybook Land: Robin Hoek", "Nurse Stimpy", "Space Madness", "The Boy Who Cried 'Rat!'", "Fire Dogs", "Stimpy's Storybook Land: The Littlest Giant", "Marooned", "Untamed World", "Black Hole", "Stimpy's Invention", "In the Army", "Powdered Toastman", "Ren's Toothache", "Big House Blues", "Out West", "Rubber Nipple Salesmen", "Sven Hoek", "Mad Dog Hoek", "Haunted House", "Big Baby Scam", "Dog Show", "Son of Stimpy", "Monkey See, Monkey Don't", "Fake Dad", "The Great Outdoors", "The Cat That Laid The Golden Hairball", "Stimpy's Fan Club", "A Visit to Anthony", and "The Royal Canadian Kilted Yaksmen". For those of us who managed to get the short-lived direct sale offering before Time-Life's rights (quickly) expired, there's still good reason to also get the new set. Besides 10 episodes that weren't on the old discs ("Mad Dog Hoek", "Haunted House", "Big Baby Scam", "Son of Stimpy", "Monkey See, Monkey Don't", "Fake Dad", "The Cat That Laid The Golden Hairball", "Stimpy's Fan Club", "A Visit to Anthony", and "The Royal Canadian Kilted Yaksmen"), Paramount's release will also have these extras: Audio Commentary Featurette Image Gallery Neat add-ons that make it worth adding this to your collection, eh? Something else that would make it worthwhile is if these turn out to be the completely unedited versions of each short. As an example, in the episode "Powdered Toastman", a document is burned in the fireplace, making a joke out of the ignorance of "PTM" when he unwittingly shoves it in. Originally the paper was identifiable as the U.S. Constitution by the words "We The People" at the top, but on the Time-Life DVDs it is only a blank piece of paper. This is just one example of the edits this show has seen, both for broadcast and on the old DVDs. C'mon, Paramount...give us the unedited, original versions of each cartoon! The running time is listed at 418 minutes, and pricing info isn't yet available. Nor is cover art, but we expect to have that reasonably soon. Stay tuned for more! In the meantime, recite the oath: "I do hereby promise only to watch the Ren & Stimpy Show..." __________________ Xbox live: Igor The Fiend

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anephric Kidney Thief Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Derby, UK Posts: 20,624 Thanks: 7 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	"Our country reeks of trees, our yaks are really large... and they smell like rotting beef carcases!" Ahhh yeah, I've been waiting for these for YEARS! Thought they might not even bother with them on dvd (since Ren & Stimpy's stock has fallen so low in recent years). It's a shame Nickelodeon own the characters and that Kricfalusi couldn't take them with him when he got the push. All the post-JK Ren & Stimpy sucked (with a very, very few Bob Camp exceptions). I quite like Spumco's other stuff (Jimmy the Idiot Boy and the recent Tenacious D vid are wikkid) but truly John Kricfalusi hasn't been able to fulfill a lot of the things I'd hoped he'd eventuate, but then that's because ppl won't give him the money. I love the Mighty Mouse stuff he did with Bakshi. regards, anephric __________________ www.khaaan.com

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17-07-2004, 23:31	#2
Richie everlasting nothingness Join Date: May 2000 Location: Don't know where, don't know when. Posts: 19,336 Thanks: 47 Thanked 14 Times in 7 Posts	Sounds like it could be promising. I just hope these are unedited versions otherwise what's the point really (I didn't get the Time-Life release for that very reason on principal).

18-07-2004, 00:12	#3
The Bear Old-gold and black member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Molineux Posts: 8,192 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Great theme tune

18-07-2004, 19:30	#4
Mr Jolly Banned Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Next door Posts: 643 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Joy!

18-07-2004, 21:34	#5
JayX Told You He Was Hardcore Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Cardiff Posts: 2,169 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	october 12 is 5 days after my birthday. i know where my moneys on if paramount are able to deliver a really good, uncut set. surely they must realise this is what the fans of R&S are craving for, and in all honesty.. if you're not a fan.. you're not going to buy it. the episode about the bad tooth makes me squirm so much... its HORRIBLE in places. i love it

18-07-2004, 22:36	#7
budgenk gamertag: Squalid Snake Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: a house on a hill Posts: 2,740 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I'll definitely be buying this (or putting it on my Xmas list) if only to see Ren's soliloquy with a bar of soap in Space Madness again! btw did anyone ever see the Spumco cartoon 'Ripping Friends' that was on the Cartoon Network at very odd hours in the morning a while back? I managed to record pretty much all of them, even better than R&S in my opinion, completely insane superhero cartoon

18-07-2004, 22:37	#8
Michael Mackenzie DVD Times reviewer Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Glasgow Posts: 4,496 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I saw the first four episodes of THE RIPPING FRIENDS (had it on DVD) and personally I thought it was diabolical. I couldn't believe the same people that came up with REN & STIMPY were responsible for it.

19-07-2004, 08:02	#9
Ravenger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Up North Posts: 3,126 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	If they're unedited I'll be buying them. I worked on a Ren & Stimpy SNES game once, and got to see all of the early episodes before the censors got their hands on them. George Liquor and the oar hit. I think the episode where Ren loses all his teeth should be shown to all schoolchildren. It'd decrease gum disease and tooth decay by shocking the little blighters into brushing their teeth every day.

19-07-2004, 08:15	#10
GregB Stagger Lee Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Leeds Posts: 12,953 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	JOY I avoided the Time-Life ones because of the cuts but will buy this if it is indeed unedited

19-07-2004, 10:34	#14
douglasb One nation under dog. Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Exiled in England Posts: 5,541 Thanks: 3 Thanked 18 Times in 6 Posts	Awesome news. All I have is a bunch of videos, many of which were recorded in EP mode. My 'Log' t-shirt was a favourite for a long time! D.

19-07-2004, 12:20	#16
Paul Lynock Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: UK Posts: 1,591 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	FAN-BLOODY-TASTIC!

20-07-2004, 18:15	#18
ryonhilluk A Design For Life Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: England Posts: 6,606 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I can't stand this program. I don't know why, but i took an instant dislike to it when i first saw it and ever since i've failed to see the funny side of it. At least they are bothering to give it a good release though.

20-07-2004, 19:02	#20
RPG Custom User Title Join Date: May 2001 Location: Sheffield Posts: 3,494 Thanks: 9 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Does anyone remember the title of the episode where stimpy climbs inside his belly button? Best.episode.ever!