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After blowing the whistle on police corruption in London, Dominic ‘Nicky’ Cole’s superiors have hime relocated to Newcastle. There, the detective sergeant finds himself stuck on a permanent night shift, working across all departments: homicide, robbery and vice--with colleagues who seem determined to see him fail.
Having dragged his uncle Errol and seven year-old nephew Matty with him to the predominantly white North East, Nicky attempts to come to terms with his career change. Although hampered by suspicious colleagues, he finds a surprising ally in Sergeant Astel and his intellectual match in Claire Maxwell, a strong-willed--and attractive--CPS lawyer. Armed with a self-effacing manner and a lively sense of humour, he soon proves his worth as a detective. But can Nicky juggle the demands of the Tyneside Police, a surrogate family and a new relationship?
After blowing the whistle on police corruption in London, Dominic ‘Nicky’ Cole’s superiors have hime relocated to Newcastle. There, the detective sergeant finds himself stuck on a permanent night shift, working across all departments: homicide, robbery and vice--with colleagues who seem determined to see him fail.
Having dragged his uncle Errol and seven year-old nephew Matty with him to the predominantly white North East, Nicky attempts to come to terms with his career change. Although hampered by suspicious colleagues, he finds a surprising ally in Sergeant Astel and his intellectual match in Claire Maxwell, a strong-willed--and attractive--CPS lawyer. Armed with a self-effacing manner and a lively sense of humour, he soon proves his worth as a detective. But can Nicky juggle the demands of the Tyneside Police, a surrogate family and a new relationship?
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2.4 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Box Set, Interactive Menu, Multi-DVD Set, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: A London detective moves to Newcastle after blowing the whistle on a corrupt colleague. ...55 Degrees North - Series One & Two - 5-DVD Box Set ( Fifty Five Degrees North ) ( 55 Degrees North - Entire Series 1 & 2 )
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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This is a top show. I never got on with The Bill since it became more of a serial as I couldn't commit to it. With this, you get the best of both worlds-there's a new story each week but a recurring one all the way through the series. Great acting, loads of twists, suspenseful and very funny. It reminds me of Cagney and Lacey a bit-apart from the fact that the main cops aren't women, but has that mix of pathos, humour and pain. The final episode of series 2 is well worth the price of the box set! Def. one to buy!!
37 of 39 people found the following review helpful
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My wife and I were captivated by this series from the start of watching it on television a few years ago on Public Broadcasting Channel 13 here in the States. Unfortunately, we didn't see all of the first season and the second season wasn't shown here. I could tell from online forums that there were many other fans anxious to see the series on DVD. Thankfully someone listened. I even had to get a special DVD player to play these DVDs (the series is Region 2; US is Region 1), but happily did so. My wife and I have seen six episodes so far and we couldn't be happier about the experience.
The series is enjoyable for a number of reasons I can think of right away: great cast, nice character development, good stories, feels real, is largely positive, and treads new ground. There are moments in life - such as when listening to a favorite performer in concert or reading a book of a favorite author - that makes you particularly happy for the opportunity of the experience. This is one of those times for my wife and me. Cheers to everyone who had a part in this wonderful series and getting it to DVD.
The series is enjoyable for a number of reasons I can think of right away: great cast, nice character development, good stories, feels real, is largely positive, and treads new ground. There are moments in life - such as when listening to a favorite performer in concert or reading a book of a favorite author - that makes you particularly happy for the opportunity of the experience. This is one of those times for my wife and me. Cheers to everyone who had a part in this wonderful series and getting it to DVD.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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and I agree 100%. One of the best "cop shows" the BBC have made in a long time, 55 Degrees North sees black DS Nicky Cole, played by the charmismatic Don Gilet, transferred to Newcastle after exposing corruption amongst colleagues in London. He gets off to a bad start after a sickening example of racism from uniformed duo Rick and Clarky who pull him over for "DWB - Driving Whilst Black'. But Nicky has his own way of dealing with racism and his wit and dedication to the job soon win him friends in his new department - although as a whistle blower he still meets with suspicion from some.
The input of the Crown Prosecution Service is provided by Clare Maxwell - played by Dervla Kirwan - and there are clearly sparks between her and Nicky from day one. As she struggles with a new baby their relationship hits highs and lows as the series progresses.
Each episode contains a complete story and there are on-going plots to follow too. Nicky has a home life consisting of his nephew Matty and wise boxing champ Uncle Errol - but when Matty's drug using Mother tries to get him back, where will Nicky stand when there is no formal adoption?
The day to day policing, the humour that must be met by the police on a daily basis as well as some tough cases - slum landlords, travelling people, bank robbers, murders, bogus Community Police Officers, animal rights, the regional 'Cop Idol' contest! - are all represented in some brilliant, tense storylines. As well as beat cops Rick and Clarky, Katherine Brooke, a feisty WPC, keeps the boys in check when it comes to sexist remarks and office politics.
Newcastle has probably never look more beautiful. As Nicky ends up doing night shifts in series 1 we see a city that looks stunning lit up at night and a gentle laugh at the night life of any major city is made from time to time - particularly in attempts to interview wild, party-mad women who may have witnessed a crime.
Only 2 series were made - I suspect Gilet had other committments - but this is a box set well worth buying and one which can be enjoyed again and again.
The input of the Crown Prosecution Service is provided by Clare Maxwell - played by Dervla Kirwan - and there are clearly sparks between her and Nicky from day one. As she struggles with a new baby their relationship hits highs and lows as the series progresses.
Each episode contains a complete story and there are on-going plots to follow too. Nicky has a home life consisting of his nephew Matty and wise boxing champ Uncle Errol - but when Matty's drug using Mother tries to get him back, where will Nicky stand when there is no formal adoption?
The day to day policing, the humour that must be met by the police on a daily basis as well as some tough cases - slum landlords, travelling people, bank robbers, murders, bogus Community Police Officers, animal rights, the regional 'Cop Idol' contest! - are all represented in some brilliant, tense storylines. As well as beat cops Rick and Clarky, Katherine Brooke, a feisty WPC, keeps the boys in check when it comes to sexist remarks and office politics.
Newcastle has probably never look more beautiful. As Nicky ends up doing night shifts in series 1 we see a city that looks stunning lit up at night and a gentle laugh at the night life of any major city is made from time to time - particularly in attempts to interview wild, party-mad women who may have witnessed a crime.
Only 2 series were made - I suspect Gilet had other committments - but this is a box set well worth buying and one which can be enjoyed again and again.
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55 degrees north
I've found the boxset really great, I have had no problems with the sound or quality of the product and came a day earlier than planned. And Im really happy with everything.
Published 18 days ago by Steven Ogle
Sassy & Contemporary
Have thoroughly enjoyed this DVD set! The show was both witty, gritty & entertaining. Good story lines; good character development; nice pace. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Helen Kelley
55 degrees north series 1 &2
really good entertainment would reccommend it to any one who likes detective stories
very good acting but still has good family background in to men bringing up a little boy
very good acting but still has good family background in to men bringing up a little boy
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Carol T. Wilkinson
Brilliant series
This is great TV, terrific stories with first class acting. Great to see something set in Newcastle, and they make good use of the city. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Stephen Leather
Very enjoyable
The bottom line is that my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the series and the chance to watch every episode in our own time. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Alan
Ended way too soon
I don't know if the idea behind this series was to just run two series or if the viewship was such that two series was all it could justify. Read more
Published 3 months ago by mlrichardson
Fantastic.
My partner and I have been into this type of show since devouring "Ashes to Ashes", "Waking the Dead", "Spooks" and many other box sets from start to finish. Read more
Published 5 months ago by J. G. Mc Carn
55 degrees north - tv series
Good entertaining series which keeps you interested in the quite clever story-lines and the characters, well most of them!! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Brenda Ellis
just about OK
There are some promising things about this series, the idea of a black detective in the North east establishes a similar situation to Tennyson in Prime Suspect. Read more
Published 6 months ago by D. Stephen Wilkinson
A series with two halves
When the 1st series was shown on TV here in Australia, I was blown over. So much mystery & unanswered questions. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Peter E. Turner
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