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CHiPS, which stands for California Highway Patrols, first aired in the 1970s and became a massive ratings success, combining action, melodrama and comedy in the daily lives of two state motorcycle officers patrolling the freeway system in sun-drenched Los Angeles. Officer Jon Baker (played by Larry Wilcox) is the straight-laced, serious character while Frank "Ponch" Poncherello (played by cheesy yet loveable Erik Estrada) is the more free-wheeling member of the duo. Throughout the show’s run, episodes ranged from the humorous (such as helping a stranded motorist) to the tragic (a multi-car pile-up with multiple deaths) to the downright bizarre (using a circus elephant to tow a broken-down truck!). Other aspects of Ponch and Jon's daily lives weave through the series, with the social activity of both officers (they’re single) providing many lighter moments. And on occasion, Ponch and Jon are assisted by a female "Chippie", initially played by the beautiful Sindy Cahill.
For the first time all 22 episodes from the first season of CHiPS are released together on DVD, with six discs in the collection and bonus extras, including the original pilot episode and extended opening sequence/music.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I used to love Chips as a kids - and I suspect you're here because you did too... so what's it like watching it 20 or so years on? Well, it's even better 2nd time around!
Chips takes you back to a day when TV was innocent. Each episode is a joy to watch and transports you to another time and place.
A place where the bad guys always get caught and the crimes and calamities are pretty mild. A place where the California sun always shines and you get to see long shots of cops bowling down rolling freeways on their motorbikes.
The duo work well together on screen - there's the diligent Baker and the clumsy and trouble-prone Puncharello - there's the Chief who's always on their case and all in all this is just a great, feel good TV series you can put on during the day and enjoy.
All the sun, moral messages, and feel good TV can't help but bring a smile to your face. Plus, to round things off, there's a funky-as-you-like-it-boom-chicka-wah-wah-jive-talking-street-walking-pimp-slapping-toe-tapping-booty-shaking-bad-muddy-funksta 70's soundtrack to each episode... seriously, I think they got Shaft to do the music... 'Shut yo mouth!' - Mm-Hmm - that's right!
If you have kids they're bound to love it, and if not - who cares - because you will!
Chips takes you back to a day when TV was innocent. Each episode is a joy to watch and transports you to another time and place.
A place where the bad guys always get caught and the crimes and calamities are pretty mild. A place where the California sun always shines and you get to see long shots of cops bowling down rolling freeways on their motorbikes.
The duo work well together on screen - there's the diligent Baker and the clumsy and trouble-prone Puncharello - there's the Chief who's always on their case and all in all this is just a great, feel good TV series you can put on during the day and enjoy.
All the sun, moral messages, and feel good TV can't help but bring a smile to your face. Plus, to round things off, there's a funky-as-you-like-it-boom-chicka-wah-wah-jive-talking-street-walking-pimp-slapping-toe-tapping-booty-shaking-bad-muddy-funksta 70's soundtrack to each episode... seriously, I think they got Shaft to do the music... 'Shut yo mouth!' - Mm-Hmm - that's right!
If you have kids they're bound to love it, and if not - who cares - because you will!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Alan James "Maebuschfan"
TOP 100 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
Having one of those days? then cheer yourself up with this feel-good show. Theres a great chemistry between the two leads as they face numerous incidents in every episode. The many confrontations between Ponch and Sgt Getraer are great fun, all the supporting cast are excellent too, in particular Sgt Getraer and Officer Grossman. all in all, this is an enjoyable police drama, with bags of good humour.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By NEO
Format:DVD
Jon and Ponch are the do gooding buddy motorbike cops only rivalled by Starsky and Hutch of the 1970's. Officer Ponch 'Erik Estrada' manages to get himself in all sorts of trouble but his heart in in the right place. And poor Jon ' Larry Wilcox' has to keep him on the straight and narrow and often get's tangelled up himself. This is a feel good series that's a little dated now but is still good viewing and I'm so glad it's made it to Dvd at long last. There are 22 fun filled episodes here where the duo have to deal with auto thieves to lost dogs and speeders. There were five series made which I rememeber from my childhood of a time when Tv used to be fun and far less serious.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
made me realise how long ago it was since i used to watch this programe, obviousley dated, but i enjoyed reliving some of my past
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By deano
Format:DVD
CHIPS SEASON 1 IS A FANTASTIC GREAT CLASSIC 70s/80S COP SHOW THAT I LOVED AS A CHILD I JUST CANT STOP WATCHING THIS DVD IT BRINGS BACK MY CHILDHOOD MEMORIES THIS IS SUCH A GREAT BUY DONT HESITATE GET IT ASAP
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Who didn t fancy riding a motorcycle after watching CHIPs. Great simple show about friendship, duty work, etc. It is worth every pound.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Huw John
Format:DVD
Returning to my childhood has rarely proved so pleasureable. Within minutes I was glued to the set, as in days of yore. Nothing, was going to come between me and my CHiPs; much to the consternation of other family members. That is until "forced to watch" they too were hooked.
The only thing that, for me, was missing was the upbeat theme tune. The original is too slow and does not match the title sequence well, guess that's why they changed it.
The only thing that, for me, was missing was the upbeat theme tune. The original is too slow and does not match the title sequence well, guess that's why they changed it.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Bj Lucas
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Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have some great memories of this series. My brother and his friend dressing up in their chips outfits, pretending to be Jon and Ponch.
Speaking of Mr. Poncherello and Mr. Baker this the first season, is finding them having their ups and downs but sticking together like the best friends they are.
This season finds them battling green fingered theives who'll steal anything even little bits of highway. also, Ponch must keep a girl calm after she becomes trapped in the wreck of her car, a baby poisined by Botchelism and a bomb. Ponch also finds time to play 'big bro' to a misunderstood teen boy.
Ponch finds himself distracted not only by the girls, but by a dog
named 'Fido'
Ponch must also go back to traffic school when he is caught making n illegal turn on the highway, watch the hilarity unfold.
Also, the boys take a trip to malibu, as well as to the bowling alley. Where it apprears that jon, although never having bowled before has quite a knack for it.
Erik estrada and Larry Wilcox are just so cute and fab, a sure fire antidote to the blues.
Speaking of Mr. Poncherello and Mr. Baker this the first season, is finding them having their ups and downs but sticking together like the best friends they are.
This season finds them battling green fingered theives who'll steal anything even little bits of highway. also, Ponch must keep a girl calm after she becomes trapped in the wreck of her car, a baby poisined by Botchelism and a bomb. Ponch also finds time to play 'big bro' to a misunderstood teen boy.
Ponch finds himself distracted not only by the girls, but by a dog
named 'Fido'
Ponch must also go back to traffic school when he is caught making n illegal turn on the highway, watch the hilarity unfold.
Also, the boys take a trip to malibu, as well as to the bowling alley. Where it apprears that jon, although never having bowled before has quite a knack for it.
Erik estrada and Larry Wilcox are just so cute and fab, a sure fire antidote to the blues.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Tops!
Excellent debut series 1!
Liked all the action and stories featured with entertainment
Recommend to other 70s TV fans like me!
Liked all the action and stories featured with entertainment
Recommend to other 70s TV fans like me!
Published 1 month ago by SSCOM
3.0 out of 5 stars
The CHiPs are down
They don't make 'em like this any more - mostly because it's not very good. Fine, innocent fun for kids though.
Published 2 months ago by Mr Gordon Bowie
4.0 out of 5 stars
I was twelve and I could not drive nor ride anything...
...but with my fantasy. I dreamed those shiny Kawasaki or those heavy Ford, Chevy...and there are two cops, simple people with simple desires... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Hydractive
4.0 out of 5 stars
CHIPS2
If you like motorcycles than you will like this. Yes its dated era 1070's with all that entails, poor direction,predictable plots and some ham acting. Read more
Published 4 months ago by M. Grey
5.0 out of 5 stars
thanks
received the product very quickly through the post and are very happy with it and would like to send my thanks
Published 5 months ago by mark cato
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ideal TV viewing
Great TV watching all episodes from the 1980s TV Show. Reminding me of watching this when I was a teenager.
Good price and arrived quickly and in good condition
Good price and arrived quickly and in good condition
Published 17 months ago by Mrs. Sm Clarke
5.0 out of 5 stars
CHIPS
Have yet to watch this but I used to watch CHIPS with my sister back in the early 80's! So I brought the first series as well as this one to remember the good old day's lol.
Published 17 months ago by sp
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good clean viewing
This series is to be fair just a little 'cheesy' however it is entertaining and does bring back some memories, some of the plots are a little far-fetched and they always are at... Read more
Published 18 months ago by John
5.0 out of 5 stars
chips with a side order of ponch and baker.
just finished season one, must say its just like old times, i feel 10 years old again lol. season two is about to start so if you like these types of oldies then just buy them. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Mr. Martin A. Nutland
5.0 out of 5 stars
chips season 1
Great viewing a real blast from the past. Had forgotten how good this series was. Great piece of nostalgia,well worth watching.
Published 21 months ago by Mrs. V. Smith
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