thirtysomething - Complete Series - 23-DVD Box Set ( thirty something (30 something) )

thirtysomething - Complete Series - 23-DVD Box Set (DVD) (*)

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Alternate Title: thirty something (30 something)
Screened, competed or awarded at:
Emmy Awards

Language Selections:
English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 )

Product Origin/Format:
Australia ( PAL/NTSC/Region 0 )

Running Time:
4800 min

Aspect Ratio:
Fullscreen

Special Features:
Box Set
Cast/Crew Interview(s)
Commentary
Interactive Menu
Making Of
Multi-DVD Set
Scene Access

Movie filmed in 1987 - 1991 and produced in:
United States ( USA, Canada )

Directed By:
Scott Winant
Ron Lagomarsino

Written By:
Joseph Dougherty
Ann Lewis Hamilton

Actors:
Timothy Busfield ..... Elliot Weston (85 episodes, 1987-1991)
Polly Draper ..... Ellyn Warren (85 episodes, 1987-1991)
Mel Harris ..... Hope Murdoch Steadman (85 episodes, 1987-1991)
Peter Horton ..... Gary Shepherd (85 episodes, 1987-1991)
Melanie Mayron ..... Melissa Steadman (85 episodes, 1987-1991)
Ken Olin ..... Michael Steadman (85 episodes, 1987-1991)
Patricia Wettig ..... Nancy Krieger Weston (85 episodes, 1987-1991)
Brittany Craven ..... Janey (66 episodes, 1987-1991)
Lacey Craven ..... Janey (66 episodes, 1987-1991)
Luke Rossi ..... Ethan Weston / ... (41 episodes, 1987-1991)

Synopsis:

The iconic Emmy award-winning television series thirtysomething depicts the lives of a group of baby boomer yuppies during the late 1980s. Bonded by their involvement with the peace movement and counterculture of the 1960s during their youth, they are forced to examine a post that is marked in contrast to their current, middle-class lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Each story blurs the lines between television and film, drama and comedy, hard reality and twisted imagination. Fall in love with the characters as you let them in to your homes and lives. This ground-breaking hour-long drama held up a mirror too generation of young adults in the late 1980's and still holds a distinct cultural resonance today. Never released like this before, own all four season together at last.

Hope and Michael are a married couple in their thirties, living in Philadelphia, and struggling with everyday adult angst. Michael runs an ad agency with his friend Elliot, whose marriage to Nancy is beginning to show the cracks of age, as is the friendship between Hope and her best friend Ellyn. Michael's best friend, Gary, on the other hand, is trying to get on with his womanising life, and get over the mutually-destructive affair he had with Michael's cousin, Melissa. It all sounds like just another soap, but is given a unique atmosphere by the production team (the Bedford Falls company, also responsible for 'My So Called Life') whose intelligent scripts, believable characters and frequent dips into the slightly surreal world of the character's minds places the series as one of the highlights of the late 1980s.

Season 1
Thirtysomething S1, Ep1 29 Sep. 1987
Hope and Michael Steadman are still adjusting to parenthood while struggling with money problems and best-friend crises.
The Parents Are Coming S1, Ep2 6 Oct. 1987
Everyone loves Hope's mother - except Hope who drives Michael and her friends crazy as she anticipates a visit from her parents.
Housewarming S1, Ep3 13 Oct. 1987
Michael and Hope race to renovate their crumbling mansion for a huge housewarming party.
Couples S1, Ep4 27 Oct. 1987
A night out with friends degenerates as Nancy and Elliot's marital woes become apparent.
But Not for Me S1, Ep5 3 Nov. 1987
Gary and Melissa rekindle their affair; Michael and Hope's first date in months is a disaster.
We Gather Together S1, Ep6 17 Nov. 1987
Hope and Michael plan a quiet Thanksgiving but learn friends are counting on being invited.
Nice Work If You Can Get It S1, Ep7 1 Dec. 1987
Before a deadline, Michael and Elliot wrestle with a creativity block; Ellyn develops a crush on an associate.
Weaning S1, Ep8 8 Dec. 1987
Sensing baby Janey's decreasing dependency on her, depressed Hope decides to go back to work.
I'll Be Home for Christmas S1, Ep9 15 Dec. 1987
Michael and Hope argue about whether their infant's first holiday should be Christmas or Hanukkah. A famous photographer shows interest in Melissa's work.
South by Southeast S1, Ep10 5 Jan. 1988
Gary is in love, but as things start to get serious he receives a series of threats on his life - and the likely suspect is a jealous psychology professor.
Therapy S1, Ep11 12 Jan. 1988
Elliot and Nancy seek professional help for their troubled marriage; Michael finds it hard to keep it a secret.
Competition S1, Ep12 19 Jan. 1988
When an important client makes it clear that he prefers Elliot to Michael, Michael finds himself growing increasingly more envious of his partner.
Separation S1, Ep13 26 Jan. 1988
Elliot temporarily moves in with Michael and Hope after separating from Nancy.
I'm in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love with a Wonderful Gynecologist S1, Ep14 2 Feb. 1988
Competing for the attention of the same man jeopardizes the new found friendship between Ellyn and Melissa.
Business as Usual S1, Ep15 9 Feb. 1988
Michael's hopes for a joyous reunion with his father are destroyed when he discovers the real reason for the visit.
Accounts Receivable S1, Ep16 1 Mar. 1988
A rocky relationship between Michael and his brother Brad is further strained when Michael learns the family business is almost bankrupt.
Whose Forest Is This? S1, Ep17 15 Mar. 1988
Nancy and Elliot's separation takes its toll on their son; Elliot prepares for a blind date with a chiropractor.
Nancy's First Date S1, Ep18 22 Mar. 1988
Melissa's burgeoning romance slows when she learns he doesn't want any more kids. Nancy has her first date since the separation.
Undone S1, Ep19 12 Apr. 1988
Michael's old girlfriend from college pays a visit.
Tenure S1, Ep20 3 May 1988
Gary evaluates the fate of his academic career as he undergoes tenure review at the college. Ellyn learns her building is going co-op, leaving her to decide whether to buy her apartment.
Born to Be Mild S1, Ep21 10 May 1988
Ellyn and Woodman's weekend is ruined when they are forced to babysit Janey.
Season 2
We'll Meet Again S2, Ep1 6 Dec. 1988
While cleaning out the house, Hope comes across the World War II era diary of the house's previous owner: a young nurse who was waiting for her husband to return from the war.
In Re: The Marriage of Weston S2, Ep2 13 Dec. 1988
Elliot and Nancy continue with divorce proceedings as each reflects back on some of the happy times of their relationship.
The Mike Van Dyke Show S2, Ep3 20 Dec. 1988
Michael struggles with the Christmas season and Hope finds out she's pregnant. Michael views the events similar to the a black and white Dick Van Dyke episode...in this case the 'Mike Van Dyke.'
Trust Me S2, Ep4 3 Jan. 1989
Melissa and Gary contemplate having a baby together even though Michael, Ellyn and Hope are against.
No Promises S2, Ep5 10 Jan. 1989
Ellyn must face some difficult truths about herself and her complicated relationship with her parents.
Politics S2, Ep6 17 Jan. 1989
Michael and Elliot take a job working for a political candidate whose reputation is questionable.
Success S2, Ep7 31 Jan. 1989
Elliot and Michael's ad agency founders toward bankruptcy as Melissa's career takes off with an assignment to photograph Carly Simon.
First Day/Last Day S2, Ep8 7 Feb. 1989
Michael and Elliot relive their past while they look for work and close down their company.
About Last Night S2, Ep9 14 Feb. 1989
Gary and Susannah attempt to come to terms with accidental pregnancy.
Elliot's Dad S2, Ep10 28 Feb. 1989
Elliot is forced to re-evaluate himself as a man when his father, Charlie, arrives for a visit.
Payment Due S2, Ep11 7 Mar. 1989
Ellyn is hospitalized for a bleeding ulcer and estranges her friends and lover.
Deliverance S2, Ep12 21 Mar. 1989
The group discovers some things about themselves when the girls go camping and the men stay home with the children.
Michael Writes a Story S2, Ep13 4 Apr. 1989
Michael takes a writing class, but the quality of his writing improves only after he deals with some other areas of his life.
New Job S2, Ep14 11 Apr. 1989
Hope competes with Michael's new job for his attention after the miscarriage of their baby.
Be a Good Girl S2, Ep15 25 Apr. 1989
Melissa discovers the controlling motivation behind her grandmother's love when she becomes heir to a used clothing store.
Courting Nancy S2, Ep16 2 May 1989
Elliot challenges Matt to an unspoken competition for Nancy's love.
Best of Enemies S2, Ep17 16 May 1989
Hope writes an article which initially antagonizes, then reconciles Gary and Susannah to the Steadmans.
Season 3
Nancy's Mom S3, Ep1 19 Sep. 1989
Nancy's mom comes to visit and she and Elliot vie for Nancy's time, affection and future.
Love and Sex S3, Ep2 3 Oct. 1989
Michael and Hope temporarily lose sexual attraction for one another but after a series of circumstances, their romance is rekindled.
Mr. Right S3, Ep3 10 Oct. 1989
When Melissa uses a video dating service service to find the ideal date, she learns that the not-so-ideal date is the one she really wants.
New Baby S3, Ep4 24 Oct. 1989
Susannah gives birth to a baby girl after struggling with many fears.
Legacy S3, Ep5 24 Oct. 1989
Michael plans a dinner party for his boss, which does not have the anticipated effect, and Elliot and Nancy decide to remarry.
Strangers S3, Ep6 7 Nov. 1989
Melissa struggles with her love for a younger man and her embarassment over their age difference.
Pilgrims S3, Ep7 21 Nov. 1989
Elliot moves back home and Ethan is afraid he will leave again.
The Burning Bush S3, Ep8 28 Dec. 1989
The long-time friendship Hope and Ellyn share withstands the present conflict between them when Ellyn gets involved with a married man.
New Parents S3, Ep9 5 Dec. 1989
Gary and Susannah confront issues surrounding their return to work and the care of their new baby.
Michael's Campaign S3, Ep10 12 Dec. 1989
Michael and Elliot are working on a new account at DAA at the same time Hope is working with a group to protest a waste disposal plant being in the area.
Pulling Away S3, Ep11 9 Jan. 1990
When Michael is promoted to Creative Director he doesn't know how to handle his new position and creates some tensions between himself and Elliot.
Another Country S3, Ep12 6 Jan. 1990
Nancy finds out she ovarian cancer.
Post-Op S3, Ep13 23 Jan. 1990
After Nancy's surgery, the family is united in their desire to see Nancy conquer cancer, yet they struggle with fear.
Once a Mermaid S3, Ep14 6 Feb. 1990
Ellyn restarts her affair with Richard, this time in earnest.
Fathers and Lovers S3, Ep15 13 Feb. 1990
Melissa peruades Lee to take a job at the DAA, while she resists her father's pressure to make a real estate investment.
Her Cup Runneth Over S3, Ep16 20 Feb. 1990
Jeffrey and his daughter come to live with Ellyn after his marriage breaks up and all threee of them face some rough times.
Good Sex, Some Sex, What Sex, No Sex S3, Ep17 27 Feb. 1990
Melissa and Lee are experiencing a high point in their relationship, when things begin to unravel.
The Other Shoe S3, Ep18 20 Mar. 1990
Nancy gets involved with some new friends who also have cancer and unintentionally ostracizes her family.
Three Year Itch S3, Ep19 3 Apr. 1990
Michael is so consumed with his career that he is not aware Hope feels drawn towards John Dunaway.
I'm Nobody, Who Are You? S3, Ep20 10 Apr. 1990
Gary takes a teaching job and both he and Susannah contend with resentment towards their affluent friends, Michael and Hope.
Arizona S3, Ep21 17 Apr. 1990
Michael and Hope visit her parents and are inspired to come to grips with their drifting relationship.
Going Limp S3, Ep22 1 May 1990
Elliot has to overcome self-doubt and the skepticism of others when he directs a television commercial.
The Go Between S3, Ep23 15 May 1990
Michael fails as a mediator for a company in their attempt to buy out Miles, and he fires Elliot as part of a new plan to take over the agency.
Samurai Ad Man S3, Ep24 22 May 1990
Elliot and Michael secretly help Minnesota Brands take over DAA; Miles fights the move.
Season 4
Prelude to a Bris S4, Ep1 25 Sep. 1990
Michael and Hope debate over a bris for Leo; guests Barbara Barrie, Alan King.
Life Class S4, Ep2 2 Oct. 1990
Nancy's constantly changing sexual feelings affect her marriage; Hope feels overwhelmed by two children.
Control S4, Ep3 9 Oct. 1990
A photography assignment brings Melissa and Miles together; Jeffrey and Ellyn look for an apartment.
The Distance S4, Ep4 16 Oct. 1990
Susannah's New York job offer threatens her relationship with Gary; Ellyn ponders her relationship with Jeffrey.
The Haunting of DAA S4, Ep5 30 Oct. 1990
A founder haunts Michael after Miles orders him to cut DAA's staff.
The Guilty Party S4, Ep6 13 Nov. 1990
Hope throws a surprise party for Michael to ease her guilt over attention to the baby; guest Renee Taylor.
Photo Opportunity S4, Ep7 27 Nov. 1990
Family and career demands pull Melissa in opposite directions; guests Phyllis Newman, Joe Maher.
Never Better S4, Ep8 4 Dec. 1990
After beginning an unlikely relationship with Gary, Ellyn is attracted to a former date.
Guns and Roses S4, Ep9 11 Dec. 1990
Nancy's problems with cancer therapy affect her relationships with her children; Elliot is jealous of award-nominee Michael.
Happy New Year S4, Ep10 18 Dec. 1990
A mysterious phone call changes the Steadmans' reminiscence-filled New Year's Eve party.
Melissa and Men S4, Ep11 8 Jan. 1991
An art gallery wants to exhibit Melissa's photos about her failed relationships.
Advanced Beginners S4, Ep12 22 Jan. 1991
The appearance of his ex complicates Ellyn and her new boyfriend's cohabitation.
Sifting the Ashes S4, Ep13 5 Feb. 1991
Nancy prepares for her last round of chemotherapy; Elliot visits his mother (Eileen Brennan) during a business trip.
Second Look S4, Ep14 12 Feb. 1991
Nancy's upcoming surgery places great strain on her family and friends.
Fighting the Cold S4, Ep15 19 Feb. 1991
An incident and the results of Nancy's surgery force everyone to re-evaluate lives and futures.
The Difference Between Men and Women S4, Ep16 26 Feb. 1991
The men plan a bachelor party for Billy; the women try to think of something different for Ellyn.
A Wedding S4, Ep17 9 Apr. 1991
Billy's family and Ellyn experience doubt on the eve of the wedding.
Closing the Circle S4, Ep18 16 Apr. 1991
Agency crises and administration of Gary's estate pull Michael in opposite directions.
Out the Door S4, Ep19 30 Apr. 1991
Michael sides with Miles in rejecting Elliot's proposal; directed by Mel Harris.
Hopeless S4, Ep20 7 May 1991
Volunteer Hope befriends two homeless-shelter occupants.
A Stop at Willoughby S4, Ep21 14 May 1991
Long hours and a demanding client stress Michael to the limit.
Melissa in Wonderland S4, Ep22 21 May 1991
In Hollywood to photograph a TV star (Brooke Adams), Melissa gets caught in the bizarre machinations of television.
California S4, Ep23 28 May 1991
After returning from California, Michael faces decisions that will affect his personal and professional lives.

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