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Jim Rockford lives on
many enjoy James Garner as Jim Rockford and I know I will till I am gone. Some of these movies were very good some not. Still it is Jimmy and it completes my collection. Now anytime I must get my fix I can and will.

Half set, shame on you Universal Studios.
Let me just say, the review is not about the Rockford Files. I love the Rockford files. I could not imagine the 70's without Jim Rockford, or some of the other shows of his genre like Starsky and Hutch, etc. And, James Garner, he is one of the all time greatest actors what ever lived in my humble opinion. Certainly the only person we all remember as Maverick, and who remembers him from Cheyenne, where he periodically played the same soldier from a nearby fort. James Garner is and always has been a true acting treasure. Certainly, I have all 6 seasons of the Rockford Files, and would love to own these movies, but not until I can get a full set at a fair price. A half set for what they charge is just not fair. I believe that in the future, there will be a release of set 2, the rest. And then, a single set of all of his movies. And, then down the road, those movies will go on sale for about - for the full set. Either used, or in some discount offered by a marketing means somewhere. Possibly even here on Amazon, where I have gotten some great deals. But, for half the shows, sorry. Not for this buckeroo.

Rod.

Rockford Returns!
The Rockford Files have always been one of my favorites from the great 1970's.
James Garner and his cast were first rate in acting and the photography was great,
allowing the viewer to be part of the stories. Unfortunately, James Garner became ill and could not finish the last season.

I was so anxious to see Jim's return in the Rockford Files Movie Collection Vol. I. Very sad, Noah Beery had passed away and was greatly missed. Loved Noah's
photo on Jim's desk. Jim returned with great episodes with a great cast! Cannot
wait for Vol. 2 to be released.

I have all the Rockford Files in my library and always find all episodes very interesting, creative and great entertainment.

DETAILS on The Rockford Files Movie Collection, Vol 1
No fan of the wonderful James Garner series would want to be without this first set of movies, made 14 years after the series was canceled. These 90-minute movies are first-rate and have all the spirit and humor of the original series.

They are a follow-up to the original 6 seasons of the TV show. Garner's knee and back problems, which resulted from his insistence on performing most of his own stunts, especially those involving fist fights and car chases, caused him excruciating physical pain, and he opted not to continue with the show, and NBC canceled the program in mid-season.

It took 14 years for the ill will between his production company and the network to subside, during which time a decade-long lawsuit over profits was finally settled in his favor.

So beginning in the mid-1990s eight movies were produced. Its great to see Lt. Becker and Angel again in these movies.

Video quality is very high. The image is clean, colors are true. It looks better than we all saw when broadcast.

Note for fans: Not many actual location sets from 70s shows still exist, but the Sandcastle restaurant is still there on the beach in Malibu (and the food is high quality). Rockford's trailer no longer sits at the end of the parking lot, but its really cool to walk over and stand where it was! As a big Rockford fan, its a treat for me to visit the "set" whenever I'm in Southern California. 28128 Pacific Coast Hwy, Paradise Cove, Malibu, CA.

Here is a brief synopsis of the four movies in this first collection:

"I Still Love L.A." (1994) - Jim is trying to leave California behind him when a series of natural disasters, the L. A. riots and the murder of a wealthy mother make it impossible for him to go. Joanna Cassidy guest stars. Dedicated to Noah "Rocky Rockford" Berry, who passed away 3 weeks before it aired. He was too ill to be in the movie.

"A Blessing In Disguise" (1995) - an old friend is up to a dangerous new trick when Jim catches Angel preaching from the pulpit of the Temple of Holy Light church, whose members have put the life of a young actress at risk.

"If The Frame Fits" (1996) - It's up to Jim to clear his own name when he becomes the primary suspect in the death of a rival P.I. and the police, FBI and a Latino gang all want to get their hands on him. Rocky's death is addressed. The giant mural seen in this episode is still there: Victor Clothing Company, 242 South Broadway. Guest star: Dyan Cannon.

"Godfather Knows Best" (1996) - Family duty calls when Jim must come to the aid of his troubled godson, who is accused of murdering a high-profile fashion designer. Dan Lauria guest stars.

Rockfish
What could poosibly be wrong with the Rockford Files. Great storylines, comedy, stars before they were stars and a unbroken chain of 70's cars...it just doesn't get any better than that.
COrny...sometimes, fun...always.