# Five Easy Pieces: The Criterion Collection DVD

Five Easy Pieces from The Criterion Collection is a DVD edition of Bob Rafelson’s drama starring Jack Nicholson. This single-disc release is listed as widescreen, subtitled, and NTSC, with a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes. Its listed extras include an audio commentary and a documentary about BBS Productions.

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- Market: US
- Language: en-US
- Currency: USD
- Model: 2498
- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Movies & TV
- Price: 14.98 USD
- Previous price: 17.68 USD
- Discount: 15%
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- Rating: 4.6 / 5
- Reviews: 176

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## At a glance

- A character study centered on Bobby Dupea, an oil-field worker and former piano prodigy who returns to his family home.
- The listing names an audio commentary by Bob Rafelson and Toby Rafelson, plus a documentary about BBS Productions.
- Listed as a color, widescreen NTSC DVD with English subtitles.

## Pros

- Includes an audio commentary and a BBS Productions documentary among the listed special features.
- The single-disc presentation and listed runtime make the format and viewing length clear.

## Cons

- This is a DVD edition, so buyers specifically seeking the listed Blu-ray edition should choose a different format.

## Specifications

### Disc and presentation
- Media format: Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
- Number of discs: 1
- Language: English
- Runtime: 1 hour and 38 minutes
- MPAA rating: R \(Restricted\)
### Film credits
- Director: Bob Rafelson
- Actors: Jack Nicholson, Karen Black, Lois Smith
- Release date: June 30, 2015
- Studio: Criterion Collection \(Direct\)
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.72 ounces
### Identification
- Item model number: 2498

## Before you buy

- The feature list also mentions a restored high-definition digital transfer, but this listing is for DVD and does not clarify how that transfer relates to the disc presentation. Confirm the selected edition and feature details if high-definition playback or specific extras are essential.

## A good fit for

- Viewers interested in Bob Rafelson’s early-1970s character drama and Jack Nicholson’s leading performance.
- Criterion Collection DVD buyers who value the listed commentary and documentary extras.

## Less suited to

- Buyers seeking a Blu-ray or 4K UHD edition.
- Viewers who want a film without an R \(Restricted\) rating.

## Customer feedback

Aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, though a smaller share are lower. Ratings alone do not explain viewers’ reasons or establish how the DVD’s picture, sound, or extras perform, so treat them as a broad reception signal rather than a format-quality assessment.

## Frequently asked questions

### What format is this edition?
The listing identifies it as a one-disc NTSC DVD in color and widescreen, with English subtitles.
### What special features are listed?
The listing names an audio commentary by Bob Rafelson and Toby Rafelson and a documentary about BBS Productions. It also mentions a restored high-definition digital transfer, but does not clarify its relationship to this DVD edition.
### Who directed the film and who stars in it?
Bob Rafelson is listed as director. The listed actors are Jack Nicholson, Karen Black, and Lois Smith.
### How long is the film?
The listed runtime is 1 hour and 38 minutes.

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