Press Release: “Power Rangers Legacy: The First 20 Years” DVD Box Set
Home Entertainment Collection Unleashes December 3, 2013.
Featuring Over 270 Hours of Entertainment on 98 DVDs.
Available Only from ShoutFactory.com
Power Rangers Legacy: The First 20 Years DVD Box Set
Following its debut in 1993, Saban’s iconic live-action pop culture franchise, Power Rangers quickly became the most watched children’s television program in North America. Emphasizing the importance of teamwork, responsibility and helping others by following the adventures of a group of ordinary young people who “morphed” into superheroes, this long-running series has been seen in more than 150 countries, translated into numerous languages, and remains a mainstay in children’s programming blocks. For 20 years, the highly entertaining saga and fan favorite characters from Power Rangers have captivated children and adults alike and are beloved by legions of fans worldwide.
In celebration of this multi-generational pop culture phenomenon, Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Saban Brands, is proud to announce the ultimate Power Rangers collection, Power Rangers Legacy: The First 20 Years. Spanning the first 20 seasons of the Power Rangers television series, this limited edition home entertainment collection features every Power Rangers episode, from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers to Power Rangers Megaforce, boasting over 270 hours of action-packed entertainment across 98 DVDs. Housed in a collectible Red Ranger helmet, Power Rangers Legacy: The First 20 Years includes six DVDs spotlighting hours of bonus content, including brand-new featurettes as well as special archival material.
A must-have for the most dedicated Power Ranger fans, Power Rangers Legacy: The First 20 Years will return to where the phenomenon began and re-live the thrill-packed adventures when released on December 3, 2013.
As excitement builds for this release, Shout! Factory and Saban Brands will announce additional news, including details on all-new bonus content in the coming months. Meanwhile, fans will have the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming collection by following us on Facebook and Twitter (@PowerRangerNews @shoutfactory).
About Saban Brands
Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company’s experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a global omni-channel management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing and finance. SB’s portfolio of properties currently includes Power Rangers, Paul Frank, Vortexx, Zui.com, The Playforge, Julius Jr., Digimon Fusion and Popples. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.
About Shout! Factory
Shout! Factory, LLC is a diversified multi-platform media company devoted to producing, uncovering, preserving and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their entire careers sharing their music, television and film favorites with discerning consumers the world over. Shout! Factory’s DVD and Blu-Ray™ offerings serve up feature films, classic and contemporary TV series, animation, live music and comedy specials in lavish packages crammed with extras. Shout’s audio division boasts GRAMMY®-nominated box sets, Broadway cast albums, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. In addition, Shout! Factory maintains a vast digital distribution network which delivers video and audio content to all the leading digital service providers in North America. Shout! Factory also owns and operates Timeless Media Group, Biograph Records, Majordomo Records, HighTone Records and Video Time Machine. These riches are the result of a creative acquisition mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit shoutfactory.com.
(Via Megaforce Cast)
Episode 171: Interview with Amy Jo Johnson
No Pink Spandex – Episode 171: Interview with Amy Jo Johnson (20:16, 14 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J
Topics: Amy Jo Johnson talks about her new movie “Tiger Eyes”, her indie film “LINES”, the Power Rangers Megaforce 20th anniversary reunion episode, and more!
Links
Amy Jo Johnson has an Indiegogo page to help raise funds for her short film LINES. Perks include autographed CDs, autograph scripts from the film, and the top perk of private dinner and screening of the film with Amy Jo.
One of the perks is a signed Power Rangers script with a Power Ranger photo book of Amy Jo’s personal photos from the set. This perk is limited, so don’t miss out!
Donate what you can and comment on the page that No Pink Spandex sent you.
Amy Jo Johnson at the “Tiger Eyes” Premiere in New York City
On June 7, 2013, Amy Jo Johnson was at the premiere for her new film Tiger Eyes in New York City. The premiere was followed by a Q&A with Amy Jo, director Lawrence Blume, author Judy Blume, and the film’s distributor. Check out our photos below:
Author Judy Blume and Amy Jo Johnson
Director Lawrence Blume, Judy Blume and Amy Jo Johnson
Judy Blume and Amy Jo Johnson
Amy Jo Johnson seeing a Legacy Morpher for the first time.
PRESS RELEASE: Nickelodeon to Debut Saban’s Power Rangers Super Megaforce in 2014
Nickelodeon to Debut Saban’s Power Rangers Super Megaforce in 2014
All-new season to feature special morphing powers and SUPER MEGA action
LOS ANGELES, June 17, 2013 — Saban Brands announced today that it will launch Saban’s Power Rangers Super Megaforce, the newest season of Power Rangers, in 2014 on Nickelodeon. Power Rangers, one of the top rated and longest running boys live-action series in television history, offers SUPER MEGA action, excitement, humor and entertainment, while maintaining core themes of friendship, teamwork, fitness and helping others.
“As Saban Brands and Power Rangers celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the iconic franchise this year, it is more apparent than ever that the show has a strong connection to fans of all ages and backgrounds,” said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. “We are happy to continue our partnership with Nickelodeon and we look forward to entertaining our fans with more action-packed, SUPER MEGA adventures in 2014 with Power Rangers Super Megaforce.”
The upcoming season of Power Rangers Super Megaforce focuses on the Rangers’ mission to defeat a massive alien army Armada that was sent to conquer Earth. To face this threat, Gosei, a supernatural guardian who has protected Earth for centuries, gives the Rangers special morphers and keys, which allow them to morph into Super Megaforce Rangers. The Rangers also have an added special ability to morph into any team of Power Rangers from the past. These super-sized adventures can only mean one thing: the all-new Power Rangers Super Megaforce has arrived!
Power Rangers Megaforce, which premiered February 2, 2013 on Nickelodeon, is currently captivating audiences with superhuman characters who formed the ultimate team to battle the most malevolent villains.
Fans can visit PowerRangers.com for more information and look forward to new adventures with the Power Rangers Super Megaforce in 2014!
About Saban Brands’ Power Rangers Super Megaforce
Saban Brands will launch the newest version of Power Rangers, the number-one and longest running boys live-action series on television, with Power Rangers Super Megaforce. The new series, which premieres on Nickelodeon in 2014, will deliver super mega action, humor, excitement and entertainment, in addition to the core themes of friendship, teamwork, fitness and helping others. Power Rangers Super Megaforce will introduce all-new morphing abilities, allowing the Rangers to morph into any team of Power Rangers from the past. The Power Rangers franchise is helmed by Haim Saban, who created and produced the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series in 1993. Power Rangers LLC, which licenses and merchandises the Power Rangers brand, is an affiliate of Saban Brands. For more information, visit www.powerrangers.com.
About Saban Brands
Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company’s experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a global omni-channel management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing and finance. SB’s portfolio of properties currently includes Power Rangers, Paul Frank, Vortexx, Zui.com, The Playforge, Julius Jr., Digimon Fusion and Popples. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.
Saban Brands Contact:
Kelsey Lynch
(310) 203-5875
klynch@sabanbrands.com
Episode 170: 10th Anniversary of Rangerboard.com
No Pink Spandex – Episode 170: 10th Anniversary of Rangerboard.com (50:58, 32 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: We talk with Ray Calderon, Founder of Rangerboard, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Rangerboard.com with some history and memorable moments. We also give you a preview of the upcoming Rangerboard 10th Anniversary Contest.
Jason David Frank in Megaforce as Green and White Rangers?
Jason David Frank has made big waves today confirming his return to Power Rangers in Power Rangers Megaforce. According to Jason, he “read the script and [is] pretty excited about it. The Green and the White Ranger” will have cameos.
Does this mean we’ll see Jason donning the White Ranger suit as well in Megaforce? If so, how will it all work out? Only time (and hopefully more leaks) will tell! Check out his video below:
(Courtesy: TMZ)
Episode 169: He’s Boogieing with the Bear
No Pink Spandex – Episode 169: He’s Boogieing with the Bear (1:17:58, 54 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Karan Ashley’s Explanation for Power Rangers Megaforce Reunion, 10 Ranger Cameos for Megaforce, More Rangers Announce Not Returning to the Show, David Yost and Walter Jones in TMZ, and much more!
Episode 168: Uninvited
No Pink Spandex – Episode 168: Uninvited (1:51:56, 77 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Power Rangers Megaforce News and Rumors
Episode 167: Interview with Walter Jones
No Pink Spandex – Episode 167: Interview with Walter Jones (17:32, 299 MB)
Show Notes
Hosted by: N/A
Topics: We talk with Walter Jones about his childhood, his time on Power Rangers, his “homie” from the show, and much more!
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Pictures from Lexington Comic & Toy Con 2013
Episode 166: Back Scratcher
No Pink Spandex – Episode 166: Back Scratcher (1:09:17, 48 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Kamen Rider Wizard Episodes 20-27 and more!
Episode 165: It’s In the Area
No Pink Spandex – Episode 165: It’s In the Area (1:10:28, 48 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, Katie, and Berry
Topics: Bulk and Skull Banned from Power Morphicon?, Super Megaforce News, and Power Rangers Megaforce Episode 7 “Who’s Crying Now?”.
Links
You can find Berry on his Star Trek show Starfleet Escape Podcast.
Episode 164: Each Day When the Sun Rises…
No Pink Spandex – Episode 164: Each Day When the Sun Rises… (2:00:07, 83 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Power Rangers Megaforce Episode 6 “Harmony and Dizchord”, Kamen Rider Wizard Episodes 14-19, and more!
Episode 163: Vamola!
No Pink Spandex – Episode 163: Vamola! (1:26:54, 60 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger Episodes 1 and 2, and more!
Episode 162: You Cannot Copy That Floppy
No Pink Spandex – Episode 162: You Cannot Copy That Floppy (1:00:07, 42 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Power Rangers Megaforce Episode 5 “United We Stand”.
Episode 161: Skyped It In
No Pink Spandex – Episode 161: Skyped It In (57:16, 40 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and CoN
Topics: Power Rangers Megaforce Episode 4 “Stranger Ranger” and more.
Episode 160: A New Spell Code
No Pink Spandex – Episode 160: A New Spell Code (1:48:55, 75 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, Tristan, and Spy
Topics: Power Rangers Megaforce Episode 3 “Going Viral” and the final episodes of Tokumei Sentai Go-Busters (Episodes 45-50).
Episode 159: Ain’t Nobody Got Time for That!
No Pink Spandex – Episode 159: Ain’t Nobody Got Time for That! (1:10:49, 49 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Toy Fair 2013 and Power Rangers Megaforce Episode 2 “He Blasted Me with Science”.
Episode 158: Earth’s Defenders Never Surrender!
No Pink Spandex – Episode 158: Earth’s Defenders Never Surrender! (1:58:20, 82 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Legacy Power Morpher out in stores in the US, Power Rangers Megaforce Episode 1 “Mega Mission”, and more!
Episode 157: Male Pink Ranger
No Pink Spandex – Episode 157: Male Pink Ranger (1:57:11, 81 MB)
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Show Notes
Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Tristan
Topics: Power Rangers Megaforce and Kyoryuger news.