Downton Abbey Season 1 previews

(4 Disc Set)

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"a period drama that will keep you guessing"
4 stars"

I am watching this on TV at the moment and it's wonderful. A period drama that will keep you guessing " what will happen next" Lovely clothes, romance. For the guys scandal, revenge. Be good to watch on DVD without the adverts.

4 out of 4 people found this preview helpful.
"Brilliant, absorbing drama. Quality actors & stunning scenery"
5 stars"

From the very first scene I was absolutely absorbed. This period drama, set 100 years ago, still feels current and fresh. There is novelty in the fact that it ISN'T an adaptation from a novel – Julian Fellowes has written a timeless story that feels like it could have been penned by Jane Austen.

Maggie Smith is superb (as always) and has many of the best lines, which she delivers perfectly. The story, while perhaps a little slower moving than some dramas we are used to, is the perfect pace for a 7-episode drama, and I was fascinated to see the two worlds (above stairs and below stairs) interacting.

Highly, highly recommended, I wish I could give it 10 stars! I can't wait for season 2.

2 out of 2 people found this preview helpful.
"if you loved the tv show you'll be delighted in the DVD"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Enjoyed every moment of Downton Abbey when it was on TV and was thrilled to see it released on DVD so quickly here in New Zealand. Had it pre-ordered so got it the day after it finished screening on tv. Was absolutely thrilled when I started watching the DVD to find that the episodes were longer than the ones we saw on TV. It's wonderful to be able to see more of this amazing series. Bring on series two.

2 out of 2 people found this preview helpful.
"Watch a couple of episodes and you will be hooked."
5 stars"
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I liked this series, it takes you into every corner of both the Crawley family who have lived and ruled the Abbey for many generations, and there servants, some of which are loyal and others who are anything but. There lives are weaved through on going drama's of which we wait on series 2 to see how they turn out, and what else will happen to the family…

1 out of 1 people found this preview helpful.
"Excellent efficient service that met all expectations!"
5 stars"
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The opportunity to preorder Downton Abbey and have it delivered on schedule met all my expectations in terms of reliability. Thank you

1 out of 1 people found this preview helpful.
"Captivating series with romance, drama & suspense...."
5 stars"
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Very difficult indeed not to grow to love the characters of Downton Abbey. Whether lords, ladies or hired help, they are all human and have their own secrets, passions and aspirations. This show is truly addictive and entertaining.

1 out of 1 people found this preview helpful.
"Exciting TV viewing. Well written and acted. Watched it all now"
5 stars"
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I love this series. From the first to the last episode I was totally absorbed in the story. Love having the DVD so can watch it again and again. Spectacular setting, the castle is beautiful. Will have to wait until October time for the next series, cant come soon enough. Its a great story. Highly recommend it to those who enjoy classic dramas.

1 out of 1 people found this preview helpful.
"Amazing"
5 stars"

This is an amazing and captivating season. This is so much better than all the other american shows that flood our tv stations, this shows has a real plot that will keep you guessing. Make sure you keep an aye out for season 2

1 out of 1 people found this preview helpful.
"The best"
5 stars"

I love it. It's funny as well. Makes you appreciate what you have. So many things they didn't have.

1 out of 1 people found this preview helpful.
"Beautiful"
5 stars"

This series is the sort of TV you spend your life dreaming about. I was so so excited about this series because it was exactly everything I wanted in a satisfying drama: thrills, romance, historical context and Maggie Smith with her fabulous humour. I because so invested in the series no only because it seemed so real or because the amazing cast played the many characters so well, but because Julian Fellows has really created a new world.

This series is an experience. From the beautiful shooting to the wonderful costumes, I have become wholly consumed by the beauty of the period drama.

The quality of the DVD is pretty good. I found the English subtitles accurate and well-timed. It's also very easy to read. I recommend this series to anybody who has a heart for human emotion.

"Great show with very well cast actors, loved it."
4 stars"
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Loved the show. Gives a very good portrayal of the upper class society and their servants. The characters have all been very well cast and the actors do a great job at making you love or hate them. Can't wait to see the next season.

"Love it"
5 stars"
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My new fav. Can't wait for Season 3.

"Awesome"
5 stars"
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Missed this first time around on SoHo but so glad to be able to watch it straight thru now. Will be sharing with the rest of the family.

"Great program, the DVD with the extra's is fantastic."
5 stars"
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Fantastic program and the DVD with the extra's is great, we have watched both series and the Christmas special twice! and still want more. Thank goodness for great UK programs like this.

"Great Series"
5 stars"
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I really enjoy this series it gives an interesting overview of what the English ruling class was like at the turn of the century. You also get a good feel of what it was like for people who worked as servants for the English Gentry. The dividing line between the two was very distinct in those days until the First World War started to change things and the class divide started to be crossed in various ways. The trenches of WW were a great equaliser between rich and poor. Life was still hard for women and this series gives a good insight into what women faced at the turn of the century during and after the war. I can highly recommend this series to anyone who is interested. The scenes, clothes, trials and the touch of romance was very entertaining and realistic for the time period.

"Great old fashioned drama"
5 stars"
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I am a history buff and Downton Abbey is fantastic to look at history. Great actors and great series. The special features were fantastic.

"I enjoyed this series"
5 stars"
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I have enjoyed this season of Downton Abbey. Can not wait for the next season. Great service Mighty Ape.

"Great series, some great well known actors."
5 stars"
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Purchased for a relative for Christmas. All the family are watching series two on tv at the moment, so purchased this to add to collection for repeat viewing at a later date.

" A great story"
5 stars"
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A great story well written, superb actors. I can understand why it has won so many awards. I just loved it.+++++++++

"Very happy with swift delivery of Downton Abbey."
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Great to be able to watch this enthralling programme with no ad breaks.

"great show very well done "
4 stars"

i very much like this show its well done from every thing from acting to the clothes and sets. this show makes me laugh want to move into the show. i just love the old castle the acts as the set to film for Downton Abbey so much i wish i could pack my bags to movie in to it today

"Fantastic TV Series"
5 stars"
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This is a great tv series. Can't wait til series TWO.

"Downton Abbey rocks, can't wait for season 2 "
5 stars"
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I really enjoyed Downton Abbey can't wait for season two to come up.

"I watched this on tv"
4 stars"

and loved it .. great drama .. some romance .. awesome scenery and costumes and love the tie in that it has when it starts from the titanic era and how they are affected by some relatives that died in the shipping disaster … and love the lil staff storylines too

cant wait for season 2 and would def recommend this to anyine who loves period drama and great period costumes and adventure !

"Excellent DVD."
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Absolutely loved it, can't wait for season 2.

"A British TV production at its best."
5 stars"
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A gentle, leisurely look at upstairs – downstairs interactions by Julian Fellowes without sacrificing the drama of the influences of very believable characters on each other portrayed by superb actors in scenes sculpted within marvellous production values.

"Fantastic period drama"
5 stars"
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Very thrilling period drama that twists and turns in unexpected ways. Cant wait until the next season is out!

"I'm Hooked" Purchased on Mighty Ape

It's great to see more period drama's becoming available.

"Love the Edwardian era especially those gorgeous womans hats."
5 stars"
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Beautiful costumes & settings & stella actors.

"Cool Bananas Mighty Ape - you guys rock!"
5 stars"
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The service received from Mighty Ape from the initial telephone order, follow up to receipt is second to none!

Thank you…

"Brillant english drama"
5 stars"
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It was over hyped a bit but otherwise wonderful and much less frustrating to watch without adds

"Great, no adverts, excellent buy." Purchased on Mighty Ape

Finally able to view something that has been together of good quality. First season simply follows the great tradition of other periodic dramas like Upstairs-Downstairs but more sophisticated, and many others. Looking forward to the next season and so on. Cheers

"Brilliant plot, cast and performances."
5 stars"
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Evokes Edwardian society, its manners and class conscious strata's, both overt and invert, more convincingly that the long running “Upstairs and Downstairs”. A “must have” for and DVD Library.

"Delighted with my purchase"
5 stars"
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Great service, super quick