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Extreme Trains Season 1 History Channel 2 DVD Set

Expected ship date is Wednesday 6/30/10.

Your ticket to some of the most thrilling, high-octane train rides in history is here! Extreme Trains host Matt Brown, a real-life railroad conductor from New England, brings his infectious passion for these monster machines to rail journeys across the United States.

Feel the force of railroads in history, and see how railroading is about more than machines, cargo and challenging terrain.

From the demolition of Penn Station, to the first train robbers and how the Nazis tried to blow up the rails in World War II, to the human blood, sweat and tears of the stokers, engineers, and bathroom cleaners that keep the industry moving, tag along with Matt on one of history's most exciting rides.

BONUS FEATURES: Additional Footage

DISC ONE: Coal Train / Freight Train / High Speed Train / Ice Cold Express

DISC TWO: Steam Train / Overnight Traveler / Circus Train / Transcontinental

Run Time 6 hours, 16 mins + extras

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Length (mins):376
Producer:History Channel
Aspect Ratio: Full Screen
UPC:733961153941
Disc Type:DVD
Region Code:1 US & Canada NTSC
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Rated 4.55/5 (22 Votes)

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Added 2010-07-27 23:50:37 by love it!

Always picking it up to watch again. I thought it was quite interesting, some of the places they go we have never seen before and probably never will. good stuff

Additional remarks by love it!:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value:: Fair.
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-07-24 08:49:16 by Klaus

"Panem et Circenses" (bread and Games) [lit] for the masses. Very interesting scenes and good material on vehicles, topography and operation. Narration is looking for sensation and superlatives all of the time - but informative though.

Additional remarks by Klaus:
Narration: A little bit too much.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value:: Fair.
Recommend to others? Not unless they REALLY were interested in the subject matter.

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Added 2010-07-22 13:03:55 by Barry Shultz

Excellent collection of different types of trains. The History Channel has done a great job with the Extreme Trains series. It's worth having the DVD so you don't have to put up with the commercials.

Additional remarks by Barry Shultz:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2010-07-22 04:43:46 by VERNON HARRISON

I loved your double two DVD set! Lots of action, very exciting, beautiful color, very professional, drew my full attention instantly, loved the coverage on Union Pacific 844, my favorite steam locomotive, please make more, more steam, also UP Big Boys, all steam locomotives. Keep up the great work. Very happy and satisfied with your product. Even bought a second one for a friend, for his recent birthday..Keep up the good work...God bless you all...Vernon Harrison, la tour, Missouri

Additional remarks by VERNON HARRISON:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-07-21 17:13:45 by ernie

A great value for any true train lover. The narrator has received a lot of negative comments for his enthusiasm but I liked his comments. Made it very interesting. Scenery was great. I would buy more of these if available.

Additional remarks by ernie:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2010-07-21 12:22:01 by Dave

Very informative and well done.

Additional remarks by Dave:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2010-07-21 11:20:06 by Jerry

This was bought as a gift for my 5-year-old grandson. He loves it and so do I. We watch it together often.

Additional remarks by Jerry:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-07-21 10:06:47 by train enthusiast

The videos are great. The narrator comes on a little strong, but it does not detract from a wonderful experience. Excellent product.

Additional remarks by train enthusiast:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Yes.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2010-07-20 22:17:47 by Maine Trainguy

A very informative and entertaining train video. A must see for every railfan; not to be missed!

Additional remarks by Maine Trainguy:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-07-05 21:13:31 by Pop Bair

Good mix of Train action, railroad history,technology and operation. Plus the people and working environment of railroaders. Matt adds enthusiasm and adventure to show. My grandchildren and I enjoy watching the shows.

Additional remarks by Pop Bair:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Yes.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2010-06-26 18:12:35 by TRAINNUT57

History Channel should be ashamed for not renewing this series. Matt Brown does an excellent job and there was so much more that could have been done. Kudos to Matt, raspberries to History Channel.

Additional remarks by TRAINNUT57:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-06-21 22:44:34 by joseph

we are all deaf with deaf kids ,too. it cost too much for no closed caption!!!!!!!!!!!. there is over 21 million who can't hear. i have report to them a year ago about need closed caption!!!!!!!!! and never heard from them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Additional remarks by joseph:
Narration: Way too much!
Would kids enjoy this? I doubt it.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Overpriced for the amount of enjoyment I got out of it.
Recommend to others? Definitely not!.

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Added 2010-05-19 16:47:45 by trex99d

Excellent value for the money a pleasure to watch

Additional remarks by trex99d:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Yes.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? Yes.

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Added 2010-04-23 01:18:01 by Rex M

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this DVD and it also answered some things about your rail system that I was unsure of. I would of like to seen the front man for the series just stick to the facts and keep in the back ground a lot more. Its a pity they didn't slow things down a bit as they seem to rush though everything at a great rate of knots. On the positive side my 8 year old grandson watched it so much I gave the DVD to him.

Additional remarks by Rex M:
Narration: A little bit too much.
Would kids enjoy this? Yes.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2010-04-09 09:57:11 by Jack's Grandma

This is great entertainment for a novice, a young "trainiac" like my 4 year old grandson or anyone who just loves trains! Interesting insider info and you can't help but be caught up in Matt Brown's enthusiasm. As one who views 3 to 4 train videos daily I'm still caught up by this one!

Additional remarks by Jack's Grandma:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-03-27 16:58:08 by Bruce from Indiana

This is the most in-depth show on trains I've ever seen from welding rails to climbing grades. Every railfan should own this program

Additional remarks by Bruce from Indiana:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? I doubt it.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-03-26 16:36:28 by Train Mom

Our family LOVES these DVDs. There's plenty to keep both adults and my 4-year-old "trainiac" son interested, & the best part is that it's kid-friendly but doesn't talk down to them - the host conveys excitement along with info., which is perfect. Wish there were more seasons of the show...thanks Train Video Depot!!!

Additional remarks by Train Mom:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-03-20 20:12:07 by Rail4Pete

This is an exceptional series. The host Matt Brown is a very passionate guy. I've learned a lot of new things about railroading in these episode. I hope they will make other seasons.

Additional remarks by Rail4Pete:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-03-16 18:20:26 by Big Barn

If you like trains of all kinds this one has it ALL!!!

Additional remarks by Big Barn:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-02-01 14:25:29 by greg

highly recommend great series

Additional remarks by greg:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Yes.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value:: Fair.
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2010-01-06 09:38:54 by d.davis

Anyone at any age will love these dvd's. A must have for any one who loves trains. Want to know about trains and the place trains go and how they work than this is the dvd's to have. The whole family will enjoy these dvd's looking forward to more seasons. Thanks you the Davis family

Additional remarks by d.davis:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2009-11-12 16:28:18 by Miami Older

Excellent video to watch very informative and very good scenic, plus an excellent picture quality and knowledgable person narrating.

Additional remarks by Miami Older:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2009-10-21 09:48:10 by sp4460

I enjoyed it. The host was a little over excited, but not as bad as many of the history channel characters. Great behind the scenes action. I especially enjoyed the segments on the UP Steam program, and the Ringling Bros. train. Its really amazing how much work goes on behind the scenes of running the trains.

Additional remarks by sp4460:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Added 2009-09-18 16:47:50 by rrvideoman

I read the reviews of this video, and almost did not purchase it, but curiosity got me. Having viewed it, my 1st impression was that Matt Brown, host, is "a jerk". He is loud, and appears to be "overly ramy" to present the intended message of the video. Matt Brown is not what video narrators are normally like. He is a "turn off" at first, but please read on. The fast tracking also did not impress me, as it 1st appeared to take away from the video and was distracting. If this was the 1st train video I purchased... It could have been my last. However, upon really watching it through, I noted 2 major things. #1... There are messages in this video, and when we see it, it is excellent. Very informative, in a way that other train videos miss. There is a great deal of information explained that we rarely ever see. I liked that very much. And there was some historical information that many of us don't know. #2... I have 2 boys under age 12. Neither are huge train fans. I had the video on before school, and I had to chase the boys out the door to go to school. They love it. When they came home, they wanted to continue watching the video, and they sat still for a long time, actually quiet. I am thrilled to see the reaction of younger children. It would be excellent for the schools to have also for educational purposes. My 1st reaction: Maybe a 4 out of 10, but having really looked at it..... a 9+ out of 10, and "a must have" for all train lovers. Looking past what we don't like, this video is excellent, and when the rest of the series comes available, I will purchase it all.

Additional remarks by rrvideoman:
Narration: A little bit too much.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2009-10-12 18:36:20 by samtheman

Yeah I think you hit the nail right on the head. It's impossible to ignore the fact that the videography is top rate and they've gotten unprecedented access to places that few have seen. I'm still hoping they find someone else to host if they do another season, but I'll take the "bad" to get to the good.


Added 2009-09-07 13:17:32 by dirtyharry

I really got a few nights enjoyment from the dvds. If this were a series I would purchase them all.

Additional remarks by dirtyharry:
Narration: A little bit too much.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? Yes.

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Added 2009-07-14 17:17:35 by samtheman

This is an *edit* to my previous review again. We just came back from the NMRA show in Hartford, CT where Matt was actually there on Friday and Saturday. While I was too busy manning the booth, I never did meet him, but lots of people did, and when I asked what they thought of the show and him, everyone was very enthusiastic about both. There was only one other that had the same opinion I had that he was a little too much to handle. But they all said he's a real down to earth railfan like all of us and is genuinely excited about doing the hosting...and a nice guy. So as I'd still prefer it toned down, and I'd definitely like the jump cuts to be ... well... cut out, I'll have to change my opinion that he's just an excitable foamer and that's "ok".

Additional remarks by samtheman:
Narration: A little bit too much.
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Added 2009-06-30 23:27:21 by samtheman

This is an exceptional new series on the History Channel. It's geared mostly for non-foamers, but I think the railfan will definitely enjoy it. The history channel got some incredible access to the railroads. The scenery and train shots are unlike any you've seen. Each episode on the DVD covers a different subject/route (I think there are 6 episodes).

This is basically a "must have" if you don't have access to the History Channel programming. Even if you do it would be handy to be able to play it at any time.

There are a couple of BIG BAD CLOUDS looming on all this greatness. The biggest and most frustrating is the host. He is as loud and obnoxious as you'll EVER see anywhere. When he's in scenes with the train crews, you can clearly read the body language of the crews when he continually spews out these ridiculous remarks while screaming them at the top of his lungs while his arms are flailing around like a baboon. Seriously, it's bad! The only salvation is that he's not doing it throughout the whole show.

The other negative is the jump and quick cuts they use. The quick 1 second scene cuts they make. Borderline nausea material. When they're filming the host, the camera is down on the ground pointing up right at the host while he's staring into the camera screaming something ridiculous and flailing his arms around.

I've got my fingers crossed for season 2 that they either get rid of the host or at least have him tone it down, and go easy on or preferably get rid of the quick cuts. It's too great a show.

Additional remarks by samtheman:
Narration: Way too much!
Would kids enjoy this? Definitely!
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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