Now lets talk about the DVD set. Both films are presented in full frame, befitting their television origins. Opinions are mixed about taking the 1.66 ratio and doing an anamorphic transfer, as you get some letterboxing on the sides as well as top and bottom. I would rather have the original aspect ratio. That said, the picture quality is quite good, though not quite as sharp as a well made feature film.
Colors are vivid, artifacts are absent, and the image is quite pleasing.
The sound is the real weak point of the film and DVD presentation, though it is clear and all dialog is easy to hear. The weakness of the sound is offset somewhat by the extra content. Much of the footage is shot from Eagle , the only square rigged sailing ship in active military service, and is used to train cadets in the Coast Guard Academy. The only other extra content on the first disc is an interactive cannon that will let you see the different parts of the weapon. Carefully drawn characters, well-written stories, and exciting action combine to make these films among the best television has to offer.