Babylon 5 fans have reason to rejoice as Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment has announced that the beloved series will be released on Blu-ray for the first time ever. Entitled Babylon 5: The Complete Series, this collection will feature all 110 original episodes fully remastered in HD. Scheduled to hit online retailers on December 5, this release is a dream come true for fans who have been eagerly anticipating the show’s arrival on Blu-ray.
The original Babylon 5 first premiered in 1993 as a television movie, serving as a promotional boost for the Prime Time Entertainment Network (PTEN). Following the movie’s success, the series was greenlit and made its debut on January 26, 1994. Over the course of five seasons, Babylon 5 captivated audiences with its engrossing storyline and unique concept.
Warner Bros. describes Babylon 5 as an American space opera television series created by writer and producer J. Michael Straczynski. Running from 1994 to 1998, the critically acclaimed show follows a future-history narrative set between 2257 and 2262. Each season corresponds to one year, and Babylon 5 was the first series to introduce viewers to the concept of a five-year arc with a well-defined beginning, middle, and end. This paved the way for similar shows to follow suit.
The series boasted an impressive ensemble cast, including Bruce Boxleitner, Michael O’Hare, Claudia Christian, Jerry Doyle, and Mira Furlan, among others. These talented actors brought the captivating characters to life, further enhancing the appeal of Babylon 5.
The official synopsis for the series reads: 2258 CE. Five hostile federations dominate the outermost regions of space. Heroes, thieves, and rare and exotic beings find refuge in this time of uneasy peace and the constant threat of war on a lone space station — the last and best hope for peace between a hundred worlds, alien and human alike — Babylon 5.
While Babylon 5: The Complete Series Blu-ray release does not offer an abundance of bonus features, it still provides fans with the opportunity to relive the magic of this groundbreaking show in stunning high definition. It is worth noting that the release does not include a complementary digital copy, which is typically included in most Warner Bros. releases.
Beyond its television run, Babylon 5 inspired numerous TV movies, spinoffs, tie-in novels, and comics, solidifying its place in the hearts of fans around the world. As anticipation builds for a possible Babylon 5 revival at The CW, the availability of the original series on Blu-ray serves as a timely treat for devoted fans and new viewers alike.
In summary, Babylon 5: The Complete Series, with all its 110 episodes fully remastered in HD, will be released on Blu-ray for the first time ever on December 5. This long-awaited release offers fans the chance to experience the gripping storyline and memorable characters of Babylon 5 in unparalleled clarity. So mark your calendars and prepare to embark on an interstellar journey like no other.
