Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #8844 in DVD
• Released on: 2004-05-18
• Rating: Unrated
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: Dolby, NTSC
• Original language: English
• Subtitled in: English
• Dimensions: 1.15 pounds
• Running time: 1183 minutes

From Amazon.com
If the first season of Star Trek: Voyager was a shakedown cruise, then season 2 represents a vital blossoming of the series' potential. As Captain Janeway, Kate Mulgrew maintained Starfleet integrity in the lawless expanse of the Delta quadrant, and became the ethical conscience of her still-uneasy Maquis/Starfleet crew, whose unanimous loyalty would be dramatically proven in "The '37's" (a first-season hold-over). Janeway's moral guidance would also assert itself in "Death Wish" (a "Q" episode featuring NextGen's Jonathan Frakes) and "Tuvix," in which life-or-death decisions landed squarely on her shoulders. Season 2 brought similar development to all the primary characters, deepening their relationships and defining their personalities, especially Robert Beltran as Chakotay (in "Initiations" and "Tattoo"), now firmly established as Janeway's best friend (and nearly more than that, in "Resolutions") and command-decision confidante.

Solid sci-fi concepts abound in season 2, although "Threshold" is considered an embarrassment (as confessed by co-executive producer Brannon Braga in a self-deprecating "Easter Egg" interview clip). It was a forgivable lapse in a consistently excellent season that intensified Janeway's struggle with the villainous Kazon, exacerbated by a Starfleet traitor in cahoots with the duplicitous Cardassian Seska (played by Martha Hackett, featured in a lively guest-star profile). The psychologically intense "Meld" (featuring a riveting guest performance by Brad Dourif) was a Tuvok-story highlight, and the aptly titled "Basics, Pt. 1" provided an ominous cliffhanger, including a second planetary landing (in a season full of impressive special effects) that left Voyager's fate in question. DVD extras are abundant and worthwhile, especially the season 2 retrospective and "A Day in the Life of Ethan Phillips" (who plays Neelix under a daily ordeal of latex makeup). Several Easter egg surprises--including a music video performance by Tim Russ (Tuvok)--are hidden (but easily found) among the "Special Features" menus on disc 7. All in all, this was one of Voyager's finest seasons, leaving some enticing questions to be answered in season 3. --Jeff Shannon

On the DVD
cc"Braving the Unknown: Season 2" - Executive producers Rick Berman, Michael Piller, Jeri Taylor, and Brannon Braga discuss pushing the envelope and raising the stakes in season two, from action-packed episodes like "Deadlock" to the cliffhanger "Basics"
"Voyager Time Capsule: Tuvok" - A new, exclusive interview with Tim Russ explores his role as Tuvok and offers a look at the actor's other creative pursuits, including his music and directing (features a live music performance)
"Saboteur Extraordinaire: Seska" - A profile of recurring character Seska, featuring an all-new interview with actress Martha Hackett
"A Day in the Life of Ethan Phillips" - This rare glimpse into a day on the set with actor Ethan Phillips reveals the lengthy makeup process and shooting schedule for an episode of Voyager
"Red Alert: Visual Effects Season 2" - Visual effects producer Dan Curry explores the making of several amazing visual effects, including the landing of Voyager in "The 37's" and the explosive action in "Basics"
"Real Science With Andr� Bormanis" - The Star Trek science consultant discusses astronomical phenomena and other real scientific theories seen on Voyager
"Lost Transmissions From the Delta Quadrant" - Includes interviews with Kate Mulgrew, Robert Picardo, Dan Curry, and Brannon Braga
A special text trivia version of "The 37's" - This fun option allows viewers to watch the episode with fascinating trivia on Amelia Earhart, "The 37's," and lots of Star Trek-related topics
Photo gallery

DVD Menu

• Side #1 -- Disc 1
  • The 37's
    • Launch
      • Special Text Trivia Version: On
      • Special Text Trivia Version: Off
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Initiations
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Projections
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Elogium
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
• Side #2 -- Disc 2
  • Non Sequitur
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Twisted
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Parturition
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Persistence of Vision
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
• Side #3 -- Disc 3
  • Tattoo
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Cold Fire
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Maneuvers
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Resistance
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
• Side #4 -- Disc 4
  • Prototype
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Alliances
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Threshold
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Meld
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
• Side #5 -- Disc 5
  • Dreadnought
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Death Wish
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Lifesigns
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Investigations
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
• Side #6 -- Disc 6
  • Deadlock
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Innocence
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • The Thaw
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Tuvix
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
• Side #7 -- Disc 7
  • Resolutions
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Basics, Part I
    • Launch
    • Communications
      • Audio Options: English 5.1 Surround
      • Audio Options: English Dolby Surround
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None
    • Chapter Log
  • Special Features
    • Braving the Unknown: Season 2
    • Voyager Time Capsule: Tuvok
    • Saboteur Extraordinaire: Seska
    • A Day in the Life of Ethan Phillips
    • Red Alert: Visual Effects Season 2
    • Real Science With Andr� Bormanis
    • Photo Gallery
    • Borg Invasion 4D
    • Communications
      • Subtitles: English
      • Subtitles: None

Customer Reviews

Great Voyager DVD's!
I really love these dvd's. This season is the first one where voyager lands, ie, really cool effects. I also love the episode "deadlock", where voyager splits. Great idea! The special features are really awesome on this one. The "day with ethan phillips" is really cool, becuase it shows the application of his makeup. There is an awesome easter egg on this one too. It's one of Tim Russ's (Tuvok's) music videos! He sings Kushangaza (and has a nice voice might I add ;) )

I would really suggest these dvd's to anyone who loves all things star trek. I'm glad I added to my collection, and will watch these for years to come!

Wow, "Threshold..."
... still sucks. I saw it when it first came out and I was like "no way!?!" Now, I'm almost ten years older and may or may not be wiser (the fact that I bought this DVD set indicates the latter), and I am again shocked by the 220-proof ridiculousness of "Threshold." What an insane piece of writing! Okay, while turning people into cat-fishes is a great way to dispose of useless characters like Kes, Troi, or Wesley, it is another thing to do it, and then turn those people right back into human beings after a log entry! While the premise of the episode was certainly interesting, the ending was beyond bad.

To be fair, Voyager was getting better in season 2, but it was still amateur night compare to DS9.

best of the star trek series
i watch, and like, all of the incarnations of star trek. voyager is my favorite.
a few of the best episodes from this season:
meld
the thaw
tuvix
resolutions
basics, part 1
unfortunatly, the price is too high. so, i decline to purchase
this set, as i have all of the star trek releases.