Mix up some Cosmopolitans - the girls are back in town

By M&C News May 2, 2008, 15:48 GMT

One of the most beloved series in television history, “Sex and the City” followed single girls Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha as they experienced the pleasure of sex, the pain of heartbreak and the panacea of friendship.

Strap on the Manolos and grab a Tartini, the party isn’t over yet.  Those eagerly waiting to “Get Carried Away” when “Sex and the City” hits theatres in May, can relive their favorite episodes with HBO Video’s collector’s set Sex and the City: The Complete Series. 

Featuring all 94 episodes from the Emmy-Award winning series on 19 discs, the collection also includes a 20th disc full of all new bonus material.  Encased in a beautiful rose colored velvet photo album, Sex and the City: The Complete Series is the must have accessory for every “city” girl and a perfect holiday gift. 
 
One of the most beloved series in television history, “Sex and the City” followed single girls Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha as they experienced the pleasure of sex, the pain of heartbreak and the panacea of friendship.  Hailed by critics as “the smartest sitcom on television” (US Weekly), it was the first cable show to win the Prime Time Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series.  Now, for the first-time-ever, all six seasons of “Sex and the City” are available in a deluxe, limited edition DVD box set for the suggested retail price of $299.95.

DVD Bonus Features:

Sex and the City: The Complete Series will delight fans with an array of all new bonus materials including:
En-Sex-Lopedia – All-encompassing guide to Sex and the City that takes a look back at the defining moments in dating, fashion, friendship and relationships.
Location, Location, Location! – A guide to New Yorkrestaurants, clubs and boutiques frequented by Carrie and friends.
Sex Essentials – A video jukebox for advice, quips and quotes on dating, sex, fashion and more.
You Can Quote Me on It – A “finish that phrase” game that tests your knowledge of the famous quotes uttered throughout the seasons.
The Guest List – A look back at some of the famous faces making memorable guest appearances on the show.

The collection also features all of the bonus materials from the original DVD releases including:

Three alternate endings to the show’s famous final episode.
Two 30-minute farewell tributes featuring a retrospective look at all six seasons including bloopers and outtakes.
Aspen Comedy Arts Festival seminar from March 2004 featuring Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael Patrick King, and additional writers from the show discussing the creation of the beloved series and bringing it to a close. (1 hour, 15 minutes)
Museum of TV and Radio Seminar featuring Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon and Michael Patrick King. (1 hour, 15 minutes)
“Behind the Seams” featurette with renowned costume designer Patricia Field.
Interviews, including never-before-seen footage, with stars Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon and creator Darren Star.
Deleted scenes and audio commentaries of 18 episodes by Michael Patrick King.
A “Sex and the City” interactive trivia game, cast and crew bios and episodic previews.

Synopsis:

A candid, comic view of sex and relationships, Sex and the Citystars Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw, a New York-based writer who explores and experiences the unique world of Manhattan’s dating scene, chronicling the mating habits of single New Yorkers.  Executive produced by Michael Patrick King, the series also stars cast regulars Kim Cattrall as PR executive Samantha Jones, who’s seen -- and done -- it all; Kristin Davis as Charlotte York, still trying to hold on to the idea of happily ever after; and Cynthia Nixon as corporate lawyer and mother Miranda Hobbes, a pragmatist trying to balance the idea of love with the realities of life. 
 
The series also features guest stars Chris Noth (Mr. Big), Mikhail Baryshnikov (Aleksandr Petrovsky), Jon Corbett (Adian Shaw), Mario Cantone (Anthony Marentino), David Eigenberg (Steve Brady), Willie Garson (Stanford Blatch), Evan Handler (Harry Goldenblatt) and Jason Lewis (Smith Jerrod), Ron Livingston (Jack Berger), James Remar (Richard Wright) and Kyle MacLachlan (Trey MacDougal).