DVDizzy.com / UltimateDisney.com

Luke · Site Admin Joined: 17 Apr 2003

New Collector’s Edition 2-Disc DVD

Disney’s
THE PRINCESS DIARIES
SPECIAL EDITION

Disney DVD Includes Royal Serving of Bonus Materials – Bloopers,
Outtakes, “Livin’ Like A Princess” featurette, Commentary with Stars
Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway, Music Videos And More

Disney’s Comedy Hit Returns On Disney DVD August 3

BURBANK, Calif. April 9, 2004 - Walt Disney Home Entertainment presents THE PRINCESS
DIARIES in a 2-disc SPECIAL EDITION DVD available August 3. This deluxe version of
acclaimed director Gary Marshall’s (director of “Pretty Woman,” “Runaway Bride” and more)
hilarious, hip and heartwarming modern day Cinderella story includes bonus materials that go
behind-the-scenes and give audiences a backstage pass for this enchanting film. This Special
Edition includes both full-screen and widescreen viewing formats; outtakes and bloopers; “Livin’
Like A Princess” featurette; deleted scenes with director introductions; two audio commentaries
(with stars Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway; and director Garry Marshall); the “A New
Princess” featurette; Myra and Krystal Harris music videos, and more.

The story of a shy San Francisco teenager who suddenly learns she’s a real-life princess, Disney’s
THE PRINCESS DIARIES features a sparkling cast starring Academy Award winner Julie
Andrews (Best Actress, 1964, “Mary Poppins”), Anne Hathaway (upcoming “Ella Enchanted”),
Hector Elizondo (“Tortilla Soup”), Heather Matarazzo (“Welcome to the Dollhouse”), popular
recording artist Mandy Moore, Robert Schwartzman (“The Virgin Suicides”) and Erik Von Detten
(“Recess: School’s Out”). Screenplay by Gina Wendkos, based on the novel by Meg Cabot.
THE PRINCESS DIARIES SPECIAL EDITION 2-disc Disney DVD is available for $29.99
(SRP).

DISC ONE
• Full Screen Version of the film
• Eight deleted scenes, with introductions by director Garry Marshall
• A New Princess – behind the scenes featurette
• Miracles Happen – Myra Music Video
• Supergirl – Krystal Music Video

DISC TWO
• Widescreen version of the film
• All-new Outtakes and Bloopers
• All-new “Livin’ Like A Princess” – a look at the lives of real princesses and what it really
takes to be a royal
• All-new Enhanced Computer Features –screensavers, door signs, and more
• All-new exclusive sneak peek behind the scenes look at the upcoming feature film, “The
Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement”
• Audio commentaries:
�� The Ultimate Tea Party with Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway
�� Commentary with director Garry Marshall
• Royal Engagement: A Princess Diaries 2 sneak peek

Veteran producer, director and writer Garry Marshall is one of the most successful filmmakers in
Hollywood. His many filmmaking credits include the hit comedies “Runaway Bride” and “Pretty
Woman,” both starring Julia Roberts. Some of Marshall’s other films include “The Other Sister,”
“Frankie and Johnny,” “Beaches,” “Overboard,” “Nothing In Common” and “The Flamingo
Kid.” Marshall has created and executive produced some of the longest-running, most celebrated
and award-winning comedies in American television history, including “Happy Days,” “Laverne
& Shirley,” “The Odd Couple” and “Mork and Mindy.”

In THE PRINCESS DIARIES, socially awkward yet bright San Francisco teenager Mia
Thermopolis (Hathaway) is thrown for a loop when, from out of the blue, she learns the
astonishing news that she’s a real-life princess. As the heir apparent to the crown of the small
European principality of Genovia, Mia begins a hysterical journey toward the throne when her
strict and formidable grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Andrews) arrives to give her
“princess lessons.” It’s a comical transformation toward princess-ness when Mia finds herself in
the middle of a media storm, jealous schoolmates and a takeover plot of her country in this funny,
uplifting and affirming comedy classic.

STREET DATE: August 3, 2004
Direct Prebook: June 8, 2004
Distributor Prebook: June 22, 2004

Rated: G
Bonus features unrated.
Suggested Retail Price: DVD $29.99 SRP
Feature Run Time: Approximately 115 minutes
Aspect Ratio: Widescreen 1.85:1 formatted for 16x9 screens
and
Fullscreen 1.33:1 formatted for 4x3 screens
Sound: Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound
French Language Track: Available
French Subtitles: Available
Spanish Subtitles: Available

Walt Disney Home Entertainment is distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment,
Inc., a recognized industry leader. Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc. is the
marketing, sales and distribution company for Walt Disney, Touchstone, Hollywood
Pictures, Miramax, Dimension and Buena Vista videocassettes and DVDs.

Pre-order The Princess Diaries: Special Edition on DVD

Read our The Princess Diaries: Special Edition DVD Review

Tangela · In The Vaults Joined: 21 Jun 2003 Location: Devil's Bayou

Cool! The Princess Diaries a Special Edition DVD? Boy, I'll have to get this one. It is definately an awesome movie, I don't know why a lot of people hated it, it was great!

The Ultimate Tea Party? Wow! That sounds like fun!
Cool

_________________
Tell Chris Johnson that he's Walt Disney and he'll believe it...
-Tangela
I shall be happy if it kills me! Gee Maneese Ow!
-Disneyguru

Jack · Walt Disney Treasure Joined: 29 Apr 2003

DreamerQ18 · Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2004 9:53 pm Post subject:

I am glad to hear that the Princess Diaries is coin a 2-disc special it stink becasue just this Christmas I got the DVD Crying or Very sad

I dont think my mom would be cool with me having it on VHS and DVD. BUT I will defintley rent it to see the upcoming Princess Diaires I am stoked I remember seeing the Christmas Parade Disney World and seeing Julia Andrew's greeting from the set of Princess Diaries 2 I screamed. So can't wait Keep me posted if you find anymore news on the movie. Very Happy

Jake Lipson · Limited Edition Joined: 18 Apr 2003

Sounds like the original DVD release with a few more extras to promote the sequel, and both formats in the same set instead of dual releases. It was an okay movie as movies go, but it butchered the book and I hated it, so I'll probably pass.
_________________
My modest collection of little silver movie discss

Disneykid · Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2004 10:23 pm Post subject:

So besides some new promotional stuff for the sequel, the only new features are a pan and scan (blegh) version of the film, some bloopers, and a princess featurette. Well, I don't own the old DVD, so I'll probably pick this up, though I wish the set-up had the widescreen version with commentaries on disc 1 and everything else on disc 2, giving the film a higher bitrate. If that banner at the top is any indication of the cover art, Anne Hathaway has been airbrushed to the point where she's no longer recognizable... Shocked

_________________
Kelvin

My DVD/BD Collection

goofystitch · Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2004 12:08 am Post subject:

I love this film and was so excited when I heard about a 2-disc set, but this isn't what I had hoped for. I was expecting more to be added than just bloopers and a sneak peak at the sequel.
_________________
I'm currently watching and reviewing every Disney film in chronological order. You can follow along at my blog, The Disney Films, and also follow me on Twitter.

MickeyMousePal · Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2004 12:20 am Post subject:

THE PRINCESS DIARIES SPECIAL EDITION this is a must get for any live action Disney fan.
I really enjoyed the movie and I can't wait to get it.
August 3, 3004 that's not such a long time from now.
_________________
The Simpsons Season 11 Buy it Now!

Fox Sunday lineup:

8:00 The Simpsons
8:30 King of the Hill
9:00 Family Guy
9:30 American Dad

Living in the 1980's:

Loomis · Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2004 12:42 am Post subject:

I have to admit to never really giving this film much thought - I have not been a huge fan of live-action Disney until recently, and I was a little put off by some of the promos.

The release of a 2-disc (all of which I have bought thus far) makes me want to reassess that prejudice. I may rent the library's copy (I just ordered it) or see if it is on cable this month (it has been recently).

Although the release seems to be primarily a marketing tool for the sequel (and there are some fluff promo pieces on there), it is good to see the meat and potatoes included: commentaries, deleted scenes, outtakes, music videos, 16:9 etc.

Something I will certainly make an effort to check out...
_________________
DVDBits - News, Reviews and More! |HKDL Source - Hong Kong Disneyland Fansite | Twitter - Follow me on Twitter

Joe Carioca · Walt Disney Treasure Joined: 13 Jun 2003 Location: Brazil

The shame is that all the meaty extras were on the original release already. The new material is pure fluff!

A missed DVD oportunity and a shameless marketing tool!
Well, I wouldn't buy it anyway. Very Happy

Leonia · Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2004 1:20 am Post subject:

Wow, do I really want to purchase another pan-and-scam version of TPD, even if I do get the WS version as well?

I loved the book, I hated the movie, I think I'll pass.
_________________

Loomis · Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2004 4:16 am Post subject:

Prince Adam · Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2004 7:35 am Post subject:

So in other words I should hold off in getting the current edition...
_________________
Defy Gravity...

DVDFreak · Gold Collection Joined: 16 Mar 2004 Location: CANADA

I have the originally released single disc DVD, and I am debating on whether to get the double disc set. Normally, I would without question, because as far as Disney movies go, I must have all in a 2 disc set, if it was released as such.

But reading about the extras included in this 2 disc set, it doesn't sound much different to the extras that are already on the single disc DVD. So, I'm not sure if it would be worth it to sell of my single disc DVD and buy the 2 disc set. Hmmm...maybe if it has a much cooler cover than the first one, or perhaps if it comes with a slipcover then maybe that might put me over the top to buy it Wink

ZOOMBOOM0688 · Special Edition Joined: 22 Sep 2003 Location: Burbank

I have the fullscreen one do you think I should upgrade. Confused

Jake Lipson · Limited Edition Joined: 18 Apr 2003

DVDFreak · Gold Collection Joined: 16 Mar 2004 Location: CANADA

My Princess Diaries DVD is a full screen version too. I bought that back when I didn't have a widescreen TV and I really depised the black bars on the screen so thats why at the time, I went with the FS version.

If you have the widescreen version and played in on a 4:3 TV, you would certainly see the black bars but...would you see any more of the picture?
My guess is no, because with a 4:3 TV you can only fit so much into it, so having a widescreen DVD play on it, wouldn't be any better than a fullscreen one, and you'd have black bars on the screen which is annoying.
Is this assumption correct?

Luke · Site Admin Joined: 17 Apr 2003

DVDFreak · Gold Collection Joined: 16 Mar 2004 Location: CANADA

SofaKing381222 · Posted: Mon Apr 12, 2004 12:24 pm Post subject:

Do you think that this will have a slip-cover! I mean it is a re-release and 2 disc re-releases usually get slip covers right!Please have a slip-cover that would be so cool!
_________________
We need season sets of all DCOSs and all DCOMs on DVD! And Better Cover Art!

My DVD's / My Space