This series is typical of PBS programming. Well written with lavish period correct settings, and superior acting throughout the seven seasons. The acting is very well done, with a cast that seems to enjoy the company of each other. Being a guy, I wasn't supposed to like this series as much as I did. I skipped the Super Bowl to watch the series finale (no loss to me, I don't care much for football). My wife and I have watched the entire series a couple of times now, and intend to again in the near future. This is what television should be. It's the best of what television has to offer. I highly recommend this entire set, you'll enjoy it for years to come.
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What is there to write? Either you like period pieces or you don't. I usually do not like watching series, yet I got hooked with the occasional times I would view this series on PBS. I like the writing and the variety of engaging characters. I have always been a fan of Maggie Smith and Elizabeth McGovern, yet the other actors are superb also. I found it to be educational and entertaining. I knew I would want to buy this show, so I would have it in my own collection. I am only on the first season and will view at my leisure. This is quality viewing at its best
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Two of the new discs were scratched, making it impossible to watch several episodes per disc. The show itself is totally engaging, husband & I were entranced from the very first episode ! The characters are totally engaging. The series has rich, breathtaking production values, the costumes are phenomenal, and the house itself is overwhelmingly stunning, of course ! We enjoyed the "behind the scenes" information, which added greatly to our understanding of all the herculean efforts required to make such an amazing series.
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The complete series is a must have for every die hard fan of Downton Abbey. Each season is worth re-watching again and again. The special features in each season give you so much insight and behind the scenes information which just adds so much more depth to the characters and storyline. To enjoy Maggie Smith's one liners over and over is worth the price of the whole set!
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The cast, clothing, cars, class systems and locations are so meticulously well done, that the viewers are instantly transported back to pre-world war one. It's hard to realize that they were times when electric lights, telephones and even swivel chairs were unheard of. It's like an electric toaster back then was looked upon as witchcraft.
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I cant say enough about this series.. I am enchanted by everything about it! The characters, the clothing, the castles, the dialogue... the detail of every single thing is so precise and well done you just cant stop watching! I own the entire series 1-6 and I will continue to love them over and over again... hoping that they may return some day!
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Can't say enough good things about this show. Everything is so well done: the writing, the cast, the characters...the countryside is beautiful. There are also some epic love stories in this series. Even my husband who usually doesn't like "English" shows has shed many a tear watching Downton. We are big fans!
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My Nieces brought this show to my attention well into the 2nd series, well of course I had to order the complete first to episodes and now my husband and I both are addicted to Downton Abbey and we eagerly await each new season to arrive on PBS. we make it a date night to watch this ( we are in our late sixties) otherwise we don't see anything on T V that interest us, most of it is offensive 80% of the time) But we can watch Downton. A wonderful program with great stories, great dialogue, and great acting. Season 5 is no exception it is just as good as all the rest! THANK YOU! Report this review
Beautifully written series, excellent actors and scenery. This series keeps you interested and wanting to see more. The story line looks into the lives of the rich and the servants that work for them. The story closely follows the time period and is accurately correct to the history of England.
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Downton abbey has electrified my evenings with the early 1900s aristocracy. Though it was time for a change it was an elegant life style. I would have Ived to have been apart . I highly recomend , very addictive
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