Need some bite-sized fixes of Land of the Lost or H.R. Pufnstuf? If so, head over to MySpace.com. The social networking megasite today announced that it has launched a new branded video channel with Sid and Marty Krofft, creators of a number of popular children’s television shows that aired during the Krofft Superstars hour throughout the 1970s and ’80s. The World of Sid and Marty Krofft channel (www.myspace.com/krofft) will offer “Krofft Kwikies,” condensed episodes of Sigmund and the Sea Monsters, The Bugaloos, Lidsville and other fan favorites, as well as long-form content. In addition, viewers will periodically see video messages from Sid and Marty, who are enjoying the resurgence in popularity their properties are garnering. The old shows have been selling well on DVD and Land of the Lost is being made into a major motion picture with Will Ferrel, and is slated to arrive in theaters on July 17, 2009.
The Kroffts comment, ‘What pleases us most about our relationship with MySpace is that our creations will now have the opportunity to be introduced to a new generation of fans, while still allowing our long-time supporters a one-stop-shop for content from The World of Sid and Marty Krofft.’
The dedicated channel will initially offer 3-5 minute versions of episodes from seven of the Krofft series, highlights from the various fantasy shows, up-to-date news briefs on what’s happening in the world of Sid and Marty Krofft, and the iconic theme music from each series. Both the short-form videos and the theme music can be embedded into fans’ MySpace profiles. In time, the site will also feature exclusive interviews with the directors, outtakes, rare footage and behind-the-scenes looks.
