The Fantastic World of DC Collins: I’ve Seen the Whole Thing

Nine years ago, I was watching TV and basically just lousing around and what should come on but, “The Fantastic World of DC Collins” starring Gary Coleman. It caught my interest. It was about a kid who had a wild imagination (and like me had watched far too much television.) In the middle, I had to leave to go and get something (parents.) and so I missed a big chunk of the movie. I didn’t get the whole thing. Then, today I was at “Idaho Youth Ranch” looking for Christmas presents (And what’s wrong with that)when I spotted it. $1.50 packed full of 1980s Gary Coleman fun.

A fleeing criminal leaves a disk in his bookbag at the park and he finds himself on the run from the bad guys in real life adventures. It starts out slow, but once you get past the bad acting by adult actors in the first few scenes, it is really a cool movie that teaches some great lessons about the importance of imagination, but also balancing life. Its a great film for both kids and adults. Also, for all you “Hunter” fans it features Fred Dryer (as a CIA Agent).

I’d be more than happy to try and get you to buy a copy. The problem is that its not listed with Amazon or anybody else. If you want a copy, you can buy one through any of the 7 people who are selling there’s on Amazon but I don’t get any commission for it. One person is selling his copy for $29.72. Well, I guess that’s what its worth to him, but you may want to run down to your local Idaho Youth Ranch store.

What? You say you don’t have an Idaho Youth Ranch store in your area? Then I have a suggestion. Visit Idaho and find a $29.72 copy of the “Fantastic World of D.C. Collins.” for only $1.50 at the Idaho Youth Ranch.

Gary Coleman