Fireball XL5: The Complete Series DVD

Fireball XL5: The Complete Series is a six-disc DVD set bringing together all 39 episodes of the science-fiction puppet series, plus a colourised episode and documentary extras. Its PAL DVD-Video format and 21 hours and 40 minutes of listed runtime make it a substantial physical-media collection for fans of the show.

At a glance

The listing describes a complete run of all 39 episodes across six discs.
Extras listed include a colourised episode, two documentaries, a commemorative booklet, image galleries and PDF material.
The colourised episode is described as taken from a new HD transfer of the original film elements.

Price

£17.84Save 41%

Reference price: ~~£30.00~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Collects the complete 39-episode series in one set.
The stated extras extend beyond the episodes with documentaries, a booklet and archival material.
The listing gives a Universal age rating, which supports family viewing.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Disc and playback details
Format	DVD-Video, PAL
Number of discs	6
Runtime	21 hours and 40 minutes
Language	English
Age rating	Universal, suitable for all

Series and contributors
Episodes	39 episodes
Genre	Action & Adventure, Children and Family, Drama, Kids & Family, Science Fiction
Contributors	David Graham, Gerry Anderson, John Bluthal, Paul Maxwell, Sylvia Anderson
Actors	David Graham, John Bluthal, Paul Maxwell, Sylvia Anderson
Studio	Spirit Entertainment

Release and dimensions
Release date	5 Aug. 2024
Dimensions and weight	20 x 15 x 3 cm; 270 g
Country of origin	Austria

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing describes one specially colourised episode taken from a new HD transfer. This is a DVD-Video PAL set, so the HD-transfer description refers to the source transfer and does not establish HD disc playback.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Fans revisiting Fireball XL5 or collecting Gerry Anderson series.
Buyers seeking the complete series with documentaries and supplementary material.
Households looking for a science-fiction series listed as suitable for all ages.

Less suited to

Viewers who specifically need a Blu-ray or HD disc format.
Buyers who only want the episodes and do not need a multi-disc physical collection.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 331 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights nostalgia, enjoyable stories, character development, humour and appeal across age groups. The largely positive rating pattern aligns with the set's complete run and family-suitable listing, but ratings alone do not establish picture quality, disc condition or the value of its extras.

Positive themes

Customers describe the series as nostalgic and fun to revisit.
Feedback praises the stories, characters, humour and visual appeal.
Customers also describe it as suitable for all ages.

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes are included?

The listing states that the set contains all 39 episodes.

How many discs are in the set?

The listed format is a six-disc DVD-Video PAL set.

What extras are described?

The description lists two documentaries, one colourised episode, a commemorative booklet, image galleries, PDF material, adverts and previously unseen Supercar footage.

Is this a Blu-ray or an HD disc release?

No. The stated format is DVD-Video, PAL. The description says the colourised episode was taken from a new HD transfer, which does not mean the disc itself is HD.