Serenity (HD DVD, 2006)

This movie was an excellent addition to the Firefly series. I was really pleased that Joss Whedon was able to make a movie installment for the series since they weren't able to finish the series since it was cancelled.

You don't have to see the series first in order to enjoy it, but it certainly helps you understand each character better if you do.

This movie ties up a lot of loose ends for characters, and ends some characters. I really wish we would have learned more about Book, I was really curious about his past, but it didn't talk about it.

If you enjoyed the series, or if you are a sci-fi fan you'll enjoy this movie.

I recommend it to anyone.

Yes, you will laugh, cry and be amazed by this movie based on the little show that could. One of my favorite shows ever and it only lasted a season - not a complete seasons since the Fox did not air all of the episodes ):

After the Earth was depleted of its natural resources other planets were terra-formed to sustain life. Like on Earth, the planets were divided by money and politics. The "haves" are tech advanced, the "have nots" live in pioneer condition - hence the western themes. The Alliance (core planets government) decides to unify all planet but the outer planets do not want to be under their control. So civil war breaks out. Guess who wins.

So a couple of Browncoats (as the rebels were called) and crew fly a Firefly transport ship called Serenity. Even though they are thieves, scavengers and malcontents they are still the heroes.
The Firefly series ended with the crew having found out that little River is actually a weapon made by the government.
Serenity is set months after the series left off. The crew is still doing their thing - robbing payrolls, dodging the Alliance who is looking for River and trying to keep Serenity in the air.

The special effect have always been incredible - even the series was known for the great chase scenes. The ship is a marvel. In HD they just POP!
Excellent writing, witty and smart. Love the actors, all of them - well, maybe not so much the Inara character, she always bugged me for some reason.

Only thing that could have made it better was the series' theme and the Ballad of a Man Called Jayne were not in movie. Hey, and Jayne's hat would have been cool too.

Highly recommended even if you have not seen the series. This movie stands well on its own. But check out the series, it is excellent!

If you like sci-fi flicks at all, you have to see this movie! I followed the series Firefly on TV and it helps as the movie basically follows from there, but even as a standalone - it's good.

Browncoats forever!

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If you hunger for a good old western and maybe like (or love) sci-fi you will know that Arthur C. Clarke might have had some problems with this. Tightly cast, well written sci-fi about another ultimate solution, with as much punch as Road Warrior #2. See the whole series on Hulu.

This movie was fantastic. I watched the TV shows on Hulu and was devastated that the show was canceled and no ending was done. Then I found out there was a movie and purchased it. Well the movie was fabulous. It started just like the show and every detail was the same. A must buy for anyone who is a sci fi fan.

Best Sci-Fi movie to come along yet. Great casting, good story, exceptionally entertaining. The perfect finish to a great series. The actors were directed well, and the end result is a film that shows humans with advanced technology are still humans, and that not all humans will embrace the use of technology when it is available. It also shows that human ethics remained the same, the black and white of right and wrong balanced on a laser blade. And in spite of advanced technology, the bottom is still deep when you fall off either side...

Great product, quick shipping, excellent price. The HD-dvd was new still in plastic, even though it was new it was a great pirce.

I have been looking for this dvd for sometime. when I saw that it was an HD DVD that sold me on getting it. It's a great movie, I love it.

My wife (sadly) hates Sci-fi, but even she grudgingly admitted this was a great movie.
I missed the Firefly series that this was based on, but this movie stands on it's own. It has a good plot, character development, action, and humor. In fact, this movie is so good compared to Lucas' most recent offerings that you will find yourself wondering how he managed to screw up the SW franchise so badly. Whedon makes it look easy with Serenity. Nathan Fillion, Adam Baldwin, Summer Glau and the rest of the cast get to make their characters seem real and engaging. There's a quirky space-cowboy aspect to the dialog that actually works well, especially with Fillion and Baldwin. This is simply a great, entertaining movie. Enjoy.

Note: I just bought the Firefly series on DVD and am looking forward to getting into it next.

This movie has some flaws, but, hey, you forget about them after seeing it!!!!
Just too cool do describe, go get your copy now, you won't be disappointed!
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

My wife can only watch half of a movie before retiring for the night and finishing it later. She couldn't take her eyes off it until it ended. I had to leave the room because I wanted to restart it, so much was happening and I didn't want to finish it until I really 'got it'. Now she wants to see it again, and I'll be able to see it from the start again. What a movie. Have since caught a couple of episodes of Firefly on Universal HD. You might say the entire series compressed into one movie is Serenity. It is one of the most entrancing movies that I've seen in years.

Loved this movie. If you are a fan of the series "firefly" or even a fan of "buffy" or "angel", you will really enjoy this movie!

I'll admit, I've drunk the Kool Aid where "Firefly" and this movie are concerned. "Firefly" died well before it's time. As this movie proves.
Fast paced dialogue, hilarious one liners, great action sequences coupled with great performances by the main cast, though special mention should go to Summer Glau for her portrayal of River Tam. The way she can switch from the wide eyed innocent mentally fragile girl to an almost unstoppable warrior is breathtaking to watch.
The real strength of this movie comes, not from the action sequences but from the quiet character moments. Like the one between River and her brother Simon, the self-appointed protector of his baby sister, or Mal and Shepard Book.

The ending did feel a bit rushed to me, and I was saying quite literally "That's it?"
The only real negative thing to say about this movie is that there probably won't be a sequel, it did poorly at the box office, but as with "Firefly" before it it's the little movie that could picking up a lot of fans via DVD.
If you haven't seen this movie yet, I suggest you either rent it or do yourself a favor and buy it. You won't be sorry.

This movie is action-packed from the word "go". Based on the TV show "Firefly", this movie provides a "big bang finish" for the show, giving depth and closure to the characters. Even with no knowledge of the TV series, a viewer is provided plenty of information on each character to keep from feeling out of the loop. Great banter and likeable characters make up for any deficiencies in the plot. Definitely an entertaining movie as long as it isn't overthought (it is, after all, sci-fi)!

i just love this movie. the shipment got here fast, but the only thing wrong is that we don't have an HD DVD we only have DVD. i didn't read the information enough but that ok because we will now buy one.

I came late to this party but here we have a cast, crew, director, and story line just begging for a sequel. Hope Universal steps up to the pump and sees it through. This modern day western is slick, well directed, well acted, and the camera work is masterful. With a bigger budget and eye-popping special effects a sequel to Serenity would be a delightful mind blower. Shame to let this one end the story.

Plot OK, but effects and audio dynamite. Concept of movie kind of out there, but that is fine with me. Entertaining enough.

Our patrons throughly enjoyed this movie.
Others that had seen it before on the 'big screen' said it was a whole new experience watching it in High-Definition on a 73-inch screen.
Many noted that it is imperitive that anyone interested in watching this movie, should first watch the entire Firefly season to get the entire storyline that leads up to this movie/episode.

It is even better in HD! I have watched this movie dozens of times on cable, but seeing it in hd was like watching a whole new movie, you see scenes as if you are with the crew.

This is one of the best sci-fi movie I've ever seen since bladerunner. The charecters are awesome and the action sequences are jaw-dropping. I have a dvd format of this & I can't wait to watch it via HD-DVD.

1ST Review....My favorite movie of all time.Other favorites this passed-Highlander-Lethal weapon-Batman....awesome characters and story....go buy the season 1 and sign on the fan site to bring this gem back!!!!