Gavin And Stacey - Series 1-3 And 2008 Christmas Special [DVD] [2007] | ![Gavin And Stacey - Series 1-3 And 2008 Christmas Special [DVD] [2007]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51XgtTyvDDL._SL160_.jpg)
| Director: Christine Gernon
Actors: James Corden, Matthew Horne, Joanna Page, Ruth Jones, Rob Brydon
Studio: 2 Entertain Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  117 reviews
Sales Rank: 24
Format: Anamorphic, PAL
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Region: 2
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.78:1
Number Of Discs: 6
Running Time: 570 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 1.3
EAN: 5051561030550
ASIN: B002KSA4CE
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Release Date: December 7, 2009
Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 117
Immense! December 9, 2009
B. Pritchard (Manchester, U.K.)
105 out of 109 found this review helpful
I'll tell you what, Gwen, this omelette...erm, no....that's not right. Start again. This boxset is immense!:)
All three series, and the 2008 Christmas special, of the best, wittiest, most charming and romantic British sitcom ever made (in my humble opinion). Six million viewers can't be wrong. It is totally deserving of the awards and nominations it has picked up along the way, not limited to TWO Baftas (Audience Award and Best Comedy Performance for James Corden). So often a show can find itself overrated and over-hyped, but I honestly don't think Gavin & Stacey has been. Not one bit. I think it is all they say it is...and more.
For me the comedy comes from those around the two leads. Gavin and Stacey are very much foils for the crazy and lovable friends and families who provide the comedic elements. Rob Brydon's 'Uncle Bryn', Stacey's uncle, is just so funny it is untrue. While James Corden's 'Smithy', Gavin's best mate, is also hilarious. The dry 'Nessa', Stacey's best friend (played by Corden's co-writer Rush Jones) has to be seen to be believed. However, all the characters are funny...and I feel awful singling anyone out for individual credit. I'm struggling to find the words to describe in what way these characters are funny....I simply can't. It just has to be experienced. All I can say is that like 'The Royle Family', a lot of the comedy comes from mundane, every day conversations. And although it can be saucy and racy, I honestly can't remember a single expletive being uttered throughout the series. Certainly not the bad swear words anyway.
As regards the actual box set, well I can confirm that all the extras from the previous individual releases are all accounted for, so this is the most economical way to buy the complete Gavin & Stacey collection, IF you have so far managed to resit buying the individual series 1 and 2 sets, and the 2008 Christmas special, that is. If you have been buying those, then you're best off buying the standalone season 3 set...as this contains nothing you will miss purchasing it that way. However, it is a pleasure to own the lot in one neat box set.
When they call this 'the complete collection', they mean exactly that. Series 3 was the last we will likely see of our two favourite families from Billericay and Barry Island. James Corden and Ruth Jones have said it will have to be a HUGE inspiration for them to make even another special, while another series is definitely out of the picture.
To summarise, it is tidy! And well lush! Just buy it, savour it, and hope that we'll see its like again.
An instant classic January 2, 2010
Don Pelayo (Asturias)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This has been one of the best comedies of the last decade , is witty , original , rude and very funny.
Smithy is the key character that binds the series together ,his relationship with Nessa and Gavin provides an interesting focal point in the episodes .The satellite dish installation will remain in my mind for a long time as a perfectly pitch joke " is lush "
Gladly it looks like there are leaving things as they are the series ends nicely .
Every single character is funny and interesting from Doris and her salads to the fishing trip ,one can't get enough of them .
BRAVO
Wet your pants laughing! January 28, 2010
Ms. L. M. Longman (UK)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is truly just THE funniest thing I own on DVD. WELL worth buying for anybody with a heart, soul and sense of humour! Even my parents like it and they're over 50. Don't think it's just for young people, it's well worth letting the whole family watch.
Just brilliant brilliant brilliant!
Excellent package. January 23, 2010
D. P. Hargreaves (Wales, UK)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Every episode including the Christmas special in one box, what more could you ask for? Every episode is chock full of humour, that never ceases to entertain no matter how many times you may view it, as well as the endearing love story of the two central characters. (and the not so straightforward love(?) stories of many of the others!!!).
An absolute must-have for any fans of the show, and for anyone who has not yet had the delight of watching one of the best comedy series of recent times you will not be disappointed.
Legendary December 27, 2009
Charles Pooter (Brickfield Terrace)
11 out of 13 found this review helpful
The whole of Gavin and Stacey, all three series plus the two Christms specials, will become legendary, like Fawlty Towers.
Like Fawlty, they are stopping at the top of their game (I wish the Royle family had done the same!)
Series three deepens the characters without losing any of the freshness or pace. Recurring jokes are cleverly handled so that they are never overdone. New characters (Smithy's catatonic mother, Gavin's daft office colleagues) fit in beautifully.
The latest Christmas episode is bravely, unseasonally and triumphantly set on the beach.
The main focus is on the characers of course, but with the odd crazy fleeting background moment, like the queue of Elvis look-alikes all wanting a cappucino.
And can I say word of praise for Bryn's shorts? Their elasticated, draw-string waist was so.....Uncle Bryn!
So if you want to know what's occurin' with this product, I can tell you it is lush.
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