War Horse isn't a champion effort by Spielberg, but it does have its moments.
Torchwood: Miracle Day, Grade B: Imagine a world where no one dies. That's exactly what Russell T Davies did to create this cable series. It is the continuation of Torchwood, the BBC spin-off of Dr. Who about a group that investigates the odd and strange. John Barrowman and Eve Myles reprise their roles, joined by Mekhi Phifer and Bill Pullman.
Original characters include Barrowman's flamboyant Capt. Jack Harkness, a former time agent and 51st century con man, and Myles' Gwen Cooper, a field agent who's now a new mom. Barrowman and Myles were the only two actors to appear in all 41 episodes of the original series. They're the link to the last series - but only loosely.
Bob: The Complete Series, Grade B: This is a very underappreciated television series starring Bob Newhart.
The comedian plays the creator of the 1950s comic-book superhero "Mad Dog," who had to become a greeting-card artist when his comic faded into oblivion. When the character is revived, tension mounts as the artist has to fight with the head of the company, who wants to dramatically change the character. No one can get more comedy out of tension than Newhart.
The cast also includes Lisa Kudrow, Tom Poston, Carlene Watkins, Cynthia Stevenson, and Betty White.
Also new on DVD this week:
Regular Show: Twelve episodes of the Cartoon Network series from J.G. Quintel.
Chasing Madoff: A look at the man behind the financial crime.
Jo Koy: Lights Out: Comedy special featuring Jo Koy.
Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey: A documentary on Kevin Clash.
We Bought a Zoo: A family buys a zoo. Matt Damon stars.
Wow Wow Wubbzy: A Wuzzleburg Tale: Includes six animated adventures.
Eagleheart: A crime-drama parody starring Chris Elliott.
Danny Phantom: Season 2, Part 1: Animated series about a boy who can turn himself into a super-heroic apparition.
Dark Shadows: Collection 2: Selected episodes of the daytime vampire soap opera.
The Frank Sinatra Collection: Includes The Manchurian Candidate and Von Ryan's Express.
Chinatown: The Jack Nicholson film has been released on Blue-ray.
She's Not Our Sister: Musical comedy that stars Kellita Smith.
Animals United: In the African savanna, the animals wonder what happened to the water.
A Turtle's Tale: Sammy's Adventures: Animated efforts starring voices of Melanie Griffith and Kathy Griffin.
The Commander: Set 2: Amanda Burton stars as the ambitious Commander Clare Blake in four feature-length crime dramas.
Angelina Ballerina: Ultimate Dance Collection's Angelina takes center stage as she follows her heart.
Masterpiece Classic: Great Expectations: Gillian Anderson stars in the PBS production.
Madonna: Truth or Dare: Behind-the-scenes concert film is now on Blue-ray.
Sesame Street: Big Elmo Fun: Features three full-length stories.
Girls Just Want to Have Fun: Sarah Jessica Parker stars.
