I wish HBO would stop canceling good TV!

All the good shows that once dominated HBO are gone ladies and gentlemen. This was the crowning gem of them all. Forget the Sopranos! CARNAVALE had it all, sex, drama, violence, love; it was everything a viewer could hope for and more! What an amazing show! Thank god for the DVD format as early cancellation took this compelling plot driven masterpiece off the air, leaving a void in the HBO line up that only ROME could fill. And even that show was given an early grave due to production costs. It was certainly NOT for lack of viewers! What can I say? Shows like the Sopranos are cheap to produce as compared to the period piece that CARNAVALE was.
Rooted in the era of the Great Depression, the show followed a small time circus troop that traveled small town America in the 1920’s. Visually the show was stunning. It had a gritty genuine quality that really embodied the era. I will say this; the show was comprised of a lot of different elements: the show was supernatural in nature, but would go whole episodes without supernatural events rather it would focus on character development and the progression of the plot which included religious symbolism all leading up to an epic battle between the forces of good and evil. A remarkable show written by gutsy talented people. If HBO hadn’t been so quick to cut its loses and cancel this show so quickly maybe I wouldn’t have canceled HBO from my cable subscription.
CARNAVALE is an interesting show that would appeal to an intelligent audience. Do yourself a favor and pick up your copy of season one today!

One of the greatest TV series ever

This is as good as it gets. At Carnivale's core is story of good versus evil. The show makes you guess who is which, and shows that many (like us) are a little of each.

The filming, acting, production are all first rate. As you watch the show, you really do feel like you are travelling with a 'bunch of freaks' through the dustbowl of the 30's. The cast is so put together so well that you end up interested in everyone's story.

If you're a fan of slightly off-centre shows (think Twin Peaks, but better), you'll love Carnivale. I can best recommend this series by saying that if you watch Season 1, you'll be buying Season 2 immediately afterwards.

This CD set will be my 3rd time through over the years, and like a good book, it's more enjoyable each time.

Warning, this series is brutally honest. It's not for kids. You'll see nudity, hear swearing and watch some intense scenes.

Step right up and enter the Carnivale.

An Amazing HBO's Series

To buy Usa-Region 1 Original Dvd Version on eBay for me was the only change to see on dvd This Amazing HBO's Series that i seen, in Italian, two years ago on Canal Jimmy's Sky TV.
Strange Destiny for Most Important TV Series After "Twin Peaks", that had Same Sort, conclused after the Second Season for audience's reasons.
HBO's dvd "Complete First Season" has an Exellent Audio-Video's Quality, but no much extra and documentaries without subtitles...
...but I think is an Unfailing Purchase, that would be present in every Keen on Cinema Collection.

Best Show I've seen in a long time

I don't have HBO and often discover their quality shows after the fact on dvd. I've enjoyed The Sopranos and Sex and the City that way. I actually prefer watching great gulps of show at once and not having to wait for the next week's episodes or the new season to start.

Carnivale is hands down, the best HBO show I've seen. The period detail is incredible. The classic struggle between good and evil is handled masterfully. Shades of gray abound and facts are revealed slowly, so the viewer is never quite sure where he stands. The exotic, erotic atmosphere of the carnival and its quirky characters draws you in from the first episode and never lets go.

I was hesitant to buy this show at first, knowing it only lasted two seasons. I was afraid to find it had an unfishined ending. But faithful fans assured me the second season close would not leave me unsatisfied. I'm eagerly awaiting the release of Season Two to find out if that's true and, of course, to answer that age-old question--what happens next?

A compelling "dark" drama....

This is a very compelling dark drama, involving the forces of good and evil. Set in depression era America in the dustbowl and California, a troupe of carnies and freaks wanders the midwest at the behest of the "Management", an unseen, mysterious leader, who knows all of the answers. The unknowing hero, Ben, is on a journey of self searching, while on the run from the law. His opposing force is on the same mission. In this addictive drama, the stage is set for the forces to collide. A must see for the unconventional. My only dissappointment is the fact that all six seasons were not made, I have to get my fill with two seasons. Get this one, and join the cult.