Forgetting Sarah Marshall (Universal Studios) Starring: Jason Segal, Kristen Bell, Mila Kunis Producer Judd Apatow infuses his signature raunchy yet sweet humor into this rom-com. Peter (Segal) escapes to Hawaii to get over his ex Sarah (Bell) — but she just happens to be at the same resort with her new beau (Russell Brand). Also available in a three-disc unrated collector’s edition.
Iron Man (Paramount) Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow A clever, entertaining superhero flick starring Downey as billionaire industrialist Tony Stark, aka Marvel Comics’ Iron Man. Captured by terrorists, Stark builds a high-tech suit to escape, creating his superhero persona. Also available in a two-disc special collector’s edition.
When We Left Earth (Image Entertainment) The Discovery Channel has partnered with NASA to create this fascinating series about the NASA missions, featuring restored archival footage and candid interviews. The four-disc DVD set comes in a limited-edition tin. Settle in with some astronaut ice cream and enjoy the ride!
Schoolhouse Rock! The Election Edition (Walt Disney Video) Starring: Bob Dorough, Blossom Dearie Learn all about the electoral process and scratch your itch for kitsch with this educational ’70s fave. Classic numbers like “I’m Just a Bill” are included among the 14 songs culled from the cartoon shorts. Bonus: election tracking kit.
Can’t Hardly Wait 10 Year Reunion Edition (Sony Pictures) Starring: Ethan Embry, Peter Facinelli Take a second look at this classic ’90s teen film. One of the many story lines at a high school graduation party follows wallflower Preston (Embry) as he tries to confess his crush on popular Amanda (Jennifer Love Hewitt) while she deals with her jock beau (Facinelli).
Sex and the City: The Movie (New Line Home Video) Starring: Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall After all the hype, SATC is out on DVD, so you can now watch from your couch. Carrie (Parker) and the girls make a dazzling transition from the small screen, though the film lacks the series’ heart. Maybe it’s the blatant product placement? Also available in a two-disc special edition.
Heroes: Season Two
(Universal Studios) Starring: Hayden Panettiere, Milo Ventimiglia Though the strength of this superhero series seems to be devolving, fans will enjoy seeing what could have been. Bonus features, like an unaired alternate ending as well as a sneak peak at season three, included in the four-disc set.
The Office: Season Four
(Universal Studios) Starring: Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson “The World’s Greatest Boss,” Michael Scott, continues to terrorize the employees of Dunder Mifflin for another season. Jim and Pam officially start dating, Ryan attempts to take the company digital, and Dwight is up to his usual tricks. Fourteen episodes, plus deleted scenes and more on four discs.
The Big Lebowski — 10th Anniversary Limited Edition (Universal Studios) Starring: Jeff Bridges, John Goodman The Coen brothers’ hilarious comedy-thriller has been packaged in a bowling ball to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the cult favorite. The two-disc set contains loads of extras, including four new featurettes.
Leatherheads Starring: George Clooney, Renée Zellweger (Universal Studios) In this zany vanity project, Oscar winner Clooney directs as well as stars as 1920s football captain Dodge Connelly, who attempts to recruit a college superstar (John Krasinski) when a feisty reporter (Zellweger) butts in.