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The staff at Grace Brothers rarely actually sold anything, but there were always certainties about the much-loved 70s series: Mr Humphries was 'free', Mrs Slocombe was worried about her 'pussy' and Young Mr Grace would appear to declare 'You've all done very well'. Alongside Captain Peacock, Mr Grainger, Mr Rumbold, Mr Lucas and Miss Brahms they filled the store with comic bickering, preposterous sales ideas and almost any excuse for dressing up. One of the sauciest, campest and funniest sitcoms of the decade. This box set includes every episode from series 1-5.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
I remember watching this series in the seventies. It was great viewing, even in b/w because we didn't have colour. After my nan had bought a colour set I watched it at hers and the first thing that struck me was ms Slocombe's hairdo being differently toned in each episode. We used to place bets as to which shade it would be next week. We're almost thirty years on and AYBS is still one of my favourites. I bought the One To Five box, along with subsequent episodes available on single discs, and I find myself rolling with laughter at the innuendoes and gay puns just as I did when I watched it the first time. I just can't get enough of it. Everyting about the series is dated to the core. The set is old fashioned, the cast's wardrobe is screamingly out of fashion and the way the company - Grace Brothers - is run is a rollercoaster ride to disaster. Instead of selling the merchandise the staff engage itself in pointless meetings, ridicule each other over minor shortcomings, prepare for dances and shows or obstruct sales promotions. In effect hardly any item gets sold over the counters at Grace Brother's. And still the staff expect a full paypacket, hand delivered to them each week. They even consider laying off work for payrises. In spite of it being aged it's still great value to watch, even to this day. The sexual innuendoes and double entendres are unbeatable. Almost every line spoken by characters has an underlying meaning. That's what makes it so worthwile, plus the fact I discover something new everytime I put it on. Another thirty years on I'd probably still be watching AYBS occasionally....
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Comedy at it's best, the sort you can't get nowadays. It's not allowed. And if you thought that Wendy Richard was just the stodgy old bint in Eastenders, have a look at this . You'll get the shock of your life. The first episode in series one is in black and white, the rest in colour, which will give you an idea of the age of it. But it's lost nothing in the years between. In fact, it's far better than anything labelled as comedy in the last 5 years. One of the best things that will come up your garden path. Enjoy.
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are you being served
very good,enjoyed watching these all over again,will have to buy series 6 to 10.classic british comedy,which they dont make any more!
Published 2 months ago by shaun
are you being served
I have not watched them all yet, I find them hilarious, it is very cleverhow the actors, fit there own particular part, if British camp is your sense of humour,you will not be... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Renee Seed
Are you being served 1...5
Delivery was excellent to overseas destination. Boxset is perfect, with all of the funny episodes I remember from childhood. Excellent value for money with the boxset.
Published 19 months ago by UK Commedy Fan
AreYouBeingServed
Among the best of the British humour series and a very accurate description of everyone's behaviour regarding little daily facts when people has to face all kind of changes or... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Honick
Are you free? if you are then this comedy is a must......
"are you being served"? we saw this in the early 70's in those gloomy days of black and white television in Australia.... Read more
Published 23 months ago by S. J. Fleay
fantastic value
cheesy light hearted comedy brought back happy memories just watching it. made a fantastic mothers day present for my daughter to give her nan
Published on 23 May 2010 by I. whittington
"i`m freeeee" well not quiet but...
...absolute bargain!
Total blast from the past, that will have you smiling and laughing as much as it did first time round,
they say oldies are the best, and this box set... Read more
Total blast from the past, that will have you smiling and laughing as much as it did first time round,
they say oldies are the best, and this box set... Read more
Published on 9 May 2010 by RETRO CHIC
great for a laugh when your down
are you being served always makes me laugh , as a good comedy should , it might not be politically correct these days ,but i don`t care , i was brought up on this type of comedy... Read more
Published on 22 April 2010 by John R. Gidley
Very Funny
Very funny DVDs and a good bit of 70s nostalgia. This boxed set is very good value for any fans of Are You Being served. My little boy loves it.
Published on 25 Feb 2010 by Trombone fan
Classic comedy
Are you being served was on TV when I was a child, and after watching a TV special about the show I decided to buy this set. I'm pleased I did, it was just as good as I remembered! Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2010 by Shadowdude64
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