Combine the spy-against-spy Cold War era with '60s cool and the result is the trend-setting series that became a cultural touchstone - and generated 8 Theatrical Movies derived from and expanding upon key episodes. Napoleon Solo (Robert Vaughn) and Illya Kuryakin (David McCallum) are intrepid U.N.C.L.E. agents who maintain tongue-in-cheek style as they confront the deadly schemes of THRUSH in the U.S. or anywhere else spy chief Mr. Waverly (Leo G. Carroll) sends his two top operatives. Guest stars caught up in the globetrotting intrigue include Joan Crawford, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, Leslie Nielsen, Jack Palance, Eleanor Parker, Telly Savalas, Rip Torn and more. Movies found on the set include: To Trap a Spy (1965) Expanded version of the U.N.C.L.E. pilot (Solo aka The Vulcan Affair), includes the famous "too hot for TV" scenes shot with future Bond girl Luciana Paluzzi. The Spy With My Face (1965) Expanded version of The Double Affair, in which a fake Solo wreaks havoc on an U.N.C.L.E. secret mission. One Spy Too Many (1966) Expansion of season two's Alexander the Greater Affair, in which an ambitious industrialist (Rip Torn) sets out to conquer the world. With Yvonne (Batgirl) Craig. The Spy in the Green Hat (1966) The Concrete Overcoat Affair gets the feature treatment, in which Thrush agent Louis Strago (Jack Palance) attempts to unleash climate change upon the world. One of Our Spies is Missing (1967) Vera Miles, Yvonne Craig and James Doohan guest as Solo and Kuryakin head to London and Paris to foil a plot hatched by the nefarious fashion industry. The Karate Killers (1967) The Five Daughters Affair feature version, with heavyweight heavies Telly Savalas and Herbert Lom providing the menace while Joan Crawford, Jill Ireland and Kim Darby make up the distaff side. The Helicopter Spies (1968) Carol Lynley and Bradford Dillman lend their talent to the film version of The Prince of Darkness Affair. How to Steal the World (1968) Leslie Nielsen joins Robert Vaughn and David McCallum for the film version of the U.N.C.L.E. series closer, The Seven Wonders of the World Affair.
P**Y
When TV was a threat to the Movies
I received it a bit late, but as they say,... better late than never.Said that, let me say that although this set does not include interviews and any more bonus features than your usual "double-bill" trailer for these movies, of which there are many in the complete TV series boxed set, which in itself is more logical, since this, after all, was a TV series and the movies were just an after thought for foreign markets in order to popularize the series, still you have plenty to be amazed at.First of all, you receive all 8 movies made, which as others have already mentioned previously, are an extension (also in length - and remixing some scenes and adding other actors to them) of double episodes included in the TV sets, and are a gift from heaven nevertheless, since they teach you the editing differences between a TV double episode and a theatrical movie.What I don't agree with some other reviewers, is that the quality is not at all bad. OK, they are not digitally remastered and brought up to date to modern standards, but considering the simple transfer on digital media, they still hold up quite well as they are.Of course there is some grain in the image and some imperfections do appear (some minor scratches, almost forgettable if you ask me) and indeed, the sound is still in its original Mono, but who does really care?What made this series popular were the stories and the line-up of famous well know supporting actors and actresses (it's truly who was who in the glory days of Hollywood).Besides Robert Vaughn, the steel man himself, as Napoleon Solo, David "Ducky" McCallum as Illya Kuryakin and Leo G. Carroll as Mr. Waverly, you get to watch:1. Luciana Paluzzi (before she became the lethal Bond Girl in "Thunderball") in "To Trap a Spy",2. Vera Miles and Maurice Evans (of "Planet of the Apes" lore) in "One of Our Spies Is Missing",3. Rip Torn and Dorothy Provine in "One Spy Too Many",4. Senta Berger (who appeared in "The Quiller Memorandum" in 1967) in "The Spy With My Face",5. Joan Blondell, Eduardo Ciannelli and Janet Leigh ("Psycho") in "The Spy in the Green Hat",6. Joan Crawford, Curt Jurgens ("The Spy Who Loved", "And God Created Woman"), Herbert Lom ("The Pink Panther Series", "The Lady Killers"), Telly Savalas ("Birdman of Alcatraz", "Kojak", "Escape to Athena"), Terry-Thomas ("Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines") in "The Karate Killers",7. Carol Linley, Bradford Dillman, Julie London and John Carradine in "The Helicopter Spies",8. Barry Sullivan, Eleanor Parker and Leslie Nielsen ("The Naked Gun Series") in "How to Steal the World".Need I say more? If you want to have the complete collection of "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." this one has to be in your shelves at home, together with the complete TV Series and perhaps, if you are a true "nut", also "The Girl from U.N.C.L.E." and "The Return of the Man from U.N.C.L.E.". Although these are just an addendum, if you ask me. The true core are the 3 and a half Seasons and the 8 movies here.This is indeed essential viewing for the entire family and a trip into TV land of yesteryear,... when TV was more than just TV...
M**E
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H**T
Man from Uncle: 8 Movies Collection [DVD] [1968]
Man from Uncle: 8 Movies Collection [DVD] [1968]Movies in the set include: T V EPISODE TITLE1. TO TRAP A SPY ( 1964 - VULCAN AFFAIR)2. ONE OF OUR SPIES IS MISSING (1966 - THE BRIDGE OF LIONS AFFAIR)3. ONE SPY TOO MANY (1965 - ALEXANDER THE GREAT AFFAIR)4. THE SPY WITH MY FACE ( 1964 - THE DOUBLE AFFAIR)5. THE SPY IN THE GREEN HAT ( 1966 - THE CONCRETE OVERCOAT)6. THE KARATE KILLERS ( 1967 - THE FIVE DAUGHTERS AGFFAIR )7. THE HELICOPTER SPIES ( 1967-THE PRINCE OF DARKNESS AFFAIR)8. HOW TO STEAL THE WORLD ( 1968 - THE 7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD)These films surpass the episodes they are taken from. There are certain changes which make these films into a different / expanded and may be a better version from their original T V appearances since they contain additional characters, scenes and storylines not included in the televised episodes.( I PURCHASED THE SET OF ALL FOUR SEASONS OF THIS UNCLE TV SERIES BACK IN 2008 & HAVE SEEN THEM ALL).I can clearly remember the stir these films created in the boyhood days of my life. I saw these films in 16 mm versions (M.G.M.) at the weekend movie screenings in my school .Later I never got to see these films till recently I saw their availability on AMAZON WEB SIGHT. THANKS to the WB ARCHIVE COLLECTION & TO AMAZON.I will definitely watch these films again and again & I AM SURE TO BE TRANSPORTED BACK IN TIME TO MY EARLY BOYHOOD - the late 60s.Watching Man from U.N.C.L.E. movies took me way back to a time when I used to watch them ON A 16 mm Movie projector way back in late 1960s. I wouldn't miss a single film then.For me this set is definitely worth collecting for its sheer NOSTALGIC VALUE.As a fan of U.N.C.L.E. movies, having all of the U.N.C.L.E. movies (in my personal collection of some 600+ Hollywood movies), is a particularly SATISFYING;since these movies were never shown in theatres in INDIA.I AM VERY HAPPY TO FINALLY HAVE THESE MOVIES IN MY COLLECTION AND RECOMMEND THEM TO ANY AND ALL FANS OF THE U.N.C.L.E. SERIES AND ALSO TO ALL THE FANS OF SPY MOVIES.HEMANT TATTUPUNE INDIA
J**F
Terrific tales
Arguably, the eight films included here represent the best of the "Man From UNCLE". Created from two-part episodes, with extra footage added, they were intended for theatrical showing in some countries and were certainly a TV staple in the UK long after the series proper had ended. The quality varies, of course, and there's no escaping that some of the films are lazy ("The Karate Killers") or simply tired ("How to Steal the World") efforts. On the other hand, there are also some wonderfully entertaining yarns such as "One Spy Too Many" and "The Helicopter Spies". Overall, the quality is very high, with more hits than misses. So don't miss the chance to see how spying used to be done, and "Open Channel D" for this neatly packaged set of pure nostalgia!
K**T
Happy Days
If you were a fan of 'The Man From UNCLE' back in the sixties, these are great fun! For the duration of each film, you will be transported back in time and become a teenager again. Just be aware that they are for use in Region 1, which does not include the UK. HOWEVER, I have an up to date Blu Ray player/recorder and the DVDs play without a problem. Also be prepared for an additional charge of more than £12 before the Royal Mail will deliver!You might also be interested in the complete set, showing all 4 series. Put reality on hold and enjoy!Man From Uncle: Complete Series [DVD] [2008] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]
D**T
UNCLE FAB
EXCELLENT SERIES TO WATCH IN 1 GO, ALSO GREAT TO HEAR ALL THE COMMENTS THAT THE STARS HAD TO MAKE IN THE PRODUCING OF THIS SERIES
M**A
Man from U.N.C.L.E Movie Collection
A blast from the past very entertaining.
T**G
Uncle Movies
Great price and delivery for much loved film set.
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