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| Serenity [HD DVD] | ![Serenity [HD DVD]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51A4X3ZNP4L._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Joss Whedon
Actors: Nathan Fillion, Alan Tudyk, Adam Baldwin, Summer Glau, Ron Glass
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (1461 reviews)
Sales Rank: 2429
Format: Ac-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed), English (Published)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: HD DVD
Running Time: 119 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.4 x 0.4
MPN: 78492
UPC: 025192784927
EAN: 0025192784927
ASIN: B000FA57N0
Release Date: April 18, 2006
Theatrical Release Date: September 30, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
Universal Serenity - HD-DVD
Beloved television cult director Joss Whedon (BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, ANGEL) makes a spectacular first foray onto the big screen with SERENITY, the cinematic adaptation of his wildly popular but short-lived sci-fi series, FIREFLY. A mix of space western, comedy, and drama, SERENITY follows captain Malcolm "Mal" Reynolds (Nathan Fillion) and his ragtag crew as they trade their way around the edges of civilized society. Of particular interest are two passengers they take on,Simon and River Tam (Sean Maher, Summer Glau), a brother and his telepathic sister on the run from the corrupt governing Alliance. As notorious former members of the anti-Alliance opposition, Mal andhis crew make it difficult for Simon and River tostay hidden. Everything goes completely awry whena government assassin is sent to retrieve River. As Mal is forced to choose between his close-knit crew and the brother and sister newcomers, it becomes apparent that River harbors both a dangerous secret and astounding fighting powers, and Mal decides that discovering the truth about what she knows might just be worth his time.
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Serenity offers perfect proof that Firefly deserved a better fate than premature TV cancellation. Joss Whedon's acclaimed sci-fi Western hybrid series was ideally suited (in Browncoats, of course) for a big-screen conversion, and this action-packed adventure allows Whedon to fill in the Firefly backstory, especially the history and mystery of the spaceship Serenity's volatile and traumatized stowaway, River Tam (Summer Glau). Her lethal skills as a programmed "weapon" makes her a coveted prize for the power-hungry planetary Alliance, represented here by an Operative (Chiwetel Ejiofor) who'll stop at nothing to retrieve River from Serenity's protective crew. We still get all the quip-filled dialogue and ass-kicking action that we've come to expect from the creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but Whedon goes a talented step further here, blessing his established ensemble cast with a more fully-developed dynamic of endearing relationships. Serenity's cast is led with well-balanced depth and humor by Nathan Fillion as Captain Mal Reynolds, whose maverick spirit is matched by his devotion to crewmates Wash (Alan Tudyk), Zoe (Gina Torres), fun-loving fighter Jayne (Adam Baldwin), engineer Kaylee (Jewel Staite), doctor Simon (Sean Maher), and Mal's former flame Inara (Morena Baccarin), who plays a pivotal role in Whedon's briskly-paced plot. As many critics agreed, Serenity offered all the fun and breezy excitement that was missing from George Lucas's latter-day Star Wars epics, and Whedon leaves an opening for a continuing franchise that never feels cheap or commercially opportunistic. With the mega-corporate mysteries of Blue Sun yet to be explored, it's a safe bet we haven't seen the last of the good ship Serenity. --Jeff Shannon
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 This is a good movie, fairly difficult to find. December 2, 2008
I began looking for "Serenity" after I rented the entire "Firefly" series. I was beginning to feel frustrated because in my small town all we have is a Wal-Mart and they don't carry "Serenity." It was very convenient to pop online and order "Serenity." It arrived in about a week. The case was a little dented, but it was still wrapped in the celophane and the disk plays perfectly, so no worries, right?
 Shiny! December 1, 2008
This was a great series (Firefly) followed by a great movie. I hope Mr. Whedon makes another.
A well made end to a wonderful franchise December 1, 2008
I was a bit skeptical when I learned that Firefly would be transferred to the big screen, but I should know by now not to doubt the Whedon. Set shortly after the end of the television show, Serenity seamlessly movies us into a marvelous capstone for the series we all fell in love with. Serenity answers many of the questions that have plagued fans since the show met its untimely end, and provides a hopeful and energizing send-off to a wonderful group of characters. Otherwise, the packaging is pretty cool, and the extra features are highly entertaining to watch after the fact. I have seen the non-collector's edition and I my preference is this version.
For those who have not seen Firefly fear not, for I have had people tell me that it is a good stand-alone movie. If, however, you are willing to buy, rent, or borrow the series first I would highly recommend it as it will illuminate many aspects of the movie that may otherwise feel foreign. Either way you are doing yourself a favor by checking it out.
WOW! November 16, 2008
My children have been raving about this movie and after I saw it, I could see why they are Brown Coat Fans. I guess I'm one now, too!
Loved it, and didn't even know it was from a series! November 14, 2008
A friend recommended this. We watched and didn't even know it was a series until our friend told us. After that, we had to watch the series. The series is good, but the movie is even better. It's full of action, adventure and a few twists. You'll find the characters likeable and you'll find yourself rooting for them. Watch it, you will not be disappointed, even if you are not a sci-fi fan.
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