Dogs and detectives

Get ready for more "Laughs and Thrills!" this winter when Disney unleashes direct-to-video sequels for two of their biggest family hits. Replacing the departed Matthew Broderick, comedian French Stewart steps into the shoes of the famous Inspector Gadget in Inspector Gadget 2, debuting exclusively on video on March 11th. Presented in 1.66:1 anamorphic widescreen with English and French 5.1 Dolby surround tracks, this one comes loaded with extras including two audio commentaries with director Alex Zamm and actors Stewart and Elaine Hendrix, an isolated music soundtrack, "The Gadgets Behind Gadget's Gadgets" featurette, deleted scenes, outtakes, a music video, two set top games, and a storyboard-to-screen comparison. Retail is $29.95.

The adventures of Patch and the 101 Dalmatians gang continues in the animated sequel 101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure. Presented in "family friendly" 1.66:1 anamorphic widescreen and English 5.1 Dolby surround, extras include a behind-the-scenes "Dog-umentary," the "Thunderbolt: An Inside Look" featurette including outtakes and bloopers, two music videos and an interactive game. Retail is also $29.95.

Also in March, the Playhouse Disney educational video series will bow the first-ever DVD of its newest hit series and Emmy Award-winner Stanley. Hitting shelves on March 11, this first volume features two 44-minute episodes - "Hop to It" and "Spring Fever," and no extras. Retail is $19.95.