marting-70469 I originally saw it in Europe in the early 1980s. It was longer. There was a whole episode just about the plague in Hormuz which was mostly cut out in the American version.But it's still a great series. Very realistic and authentic compared to most series produced in these days.

jkniemann This DVD needs to be produced in DVD format. This epic story line is excellent and well written. There can not be enough said about this production as the all-star cast weaves the tale of the Marco Polo's life, the political and economic reasons began his journey, and the problems he encountered the from start to finish. Ken Marshall's portrayal of Marco Polo developing from young Marco beginning his journey to a more mature Marco through the friendships and experiences that he encounters is excellent. I remember Sada Thompson's great performance as Marco's Aunt Flora. The location shots will take the watcher round the world without ever leaving a seat. The richness of costumes and many locations thrust the watcher back into the time of Marco Polo. It has been a while since I have watched Marco Polo, but I still remember the pageantry, the great performances of each actor, and the the fact that this could also be a documentary -drama about Marco Polo. The watcher can truly develop a picture of the life and times of Marco Polo. NBC really needs to find this in its archives and re-issue this Emmy winning epic in DVD, perhaps for a 25 year anniversary!

glengourlay For those movie lovers that like a very interesting story, a built-in travel log of exotic locations, interesting characters, and an appreciation for history -- this movie must be seen. The movie presents the story of Marco Polo as a young man, accompanying his father and uncle into China, and their adventures in such a journey and their experiences. As you watch the movie you are moved out of the present day to ancient days, around 1271 when Europe was still isolated from the Far East and dominated by the Roman Catholic church. This outstanding movie, to my knowledge, has not received the recognition it deserves. As you watch it, it transcends you from the present day to a gripping story about ancient days.

Lynn ...and it's a true shame this wonderful miniseries hasn't been reissued on DVD or even on video. I was fortunate enough to record it the one time it repeated on NBC (in 1984), and I recently transferred that copy to SVHS in an attempt to preserve it a bit longer. I really hope some day the studios will get their acts together and give this wonderful miniseries the legacy it deserves: on DVD.