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Welcome to "Desmond's", Britain's funniest barbershop, where you can relax, play dominoes and sometimes even get a haircut! Set in South London, this hilarious sitcom follows the everyday lives of its patrons, who come more for the conversation than for the haircuts. The Desmond's - Series 1 DVD contains the entire first season of the hit show, which revolutionised British television by introducing a black cast to the predominantly white sitcom formula, much like "The Cosby Show" introduced African Americans to the American sitcom. In this series you'll be introduced to demon barber Desmond Ambrose (Norman Beaton); his long suffering wife Shirley (Carmen Munroe); teenagers Gloria and Sean; yuppie banker son Michael; regular visitors Porkpie and Matthew; and all the customers, relatives and friends who keep the Peckham salon bursting with laughter.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), English ( Subtitles ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Documentary, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: Welcome to "Desmond's", Britain's funniest barbershop, where you can relax, play dominoes and sometimes even get a haircut! Set in South London, this hilarious sitcom follows the everyday lives of its patrons, who come more for the conversation than for the haircuts. The Desmond's - Series 1 DVD contains the entire first season of the hit show, which revolutionised British television by introducing a black cast to the predominantly white sitcom formula, much like "The Cosby Show" introduced African Americans to the American sitcom. In this series you'll be introduced to demon barber Desmond Ambrose (Norman Beaton); his long suffering wife Shirley (Carmen Munroe); teenagers Gloria and Sean; yuppie banker son Michael; regular visitors Porkpie and Matthew; and all the customers, relatives and friends who keep the Peckham salon bursting with laughter. SCREENED/AWARDED AT: BAFTA Awards, ...Desmond's Series 1
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Karen
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Well re-living our youth. So funny to spend a few hours watching this. Remembering what made us laugh as teenagers lol. Great buy.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By blue oyster
Format:DVD
I grew up watching this and loved it, definately a show you talked about afterwards with your friends, the characters are unforgettable and gags that are still as side splittlingly funny, its no wonder Desmonds became a cherished classic (and highly sought after dvd release in the US market).
Without a doubt C4 turned out some rare classics like Father Ted and Desmonds is no exception.
Without a doubt C4 turned out some rare classics like Father Ted and Desmonds is no exception.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By SHANN
Format:DVD
I am absolutely delighted that this has finally come out on DVD. It is a classic series from a great black comedy. With old African sayings, constant gags yaaa mans all the way. Its superb and is a must for anyones collection. I am getting my credit card out as I write this review. Well worth its money.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
okay
Has it's funny moment's, and the shows stand up through the comedic talent's of Beaton,"Pork Pie" and the African student. Read more
Published 8 days ago by geoffreykhan
3.0 out of 5 stars
Bring back on tv
Gone are the days when you say down to watch comedy tv where you knew it would give you so much joke that your belly and jaw hurts. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Films love me I do
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love It.
Its a great laugh, really enjoyed it. Comedy the whole family can watch. We loved it. We shall buy the whole series.
Published 5 months ago by donna pickles
4.0 out of 5 stars
Desmond
I realy like this old comedy,great fun for young and old.
It`s a great classic,shame the dont make em anymore.
It`s a great classic,shame the dont make em anymore.
Published 10 months ago by Mr. Rolf Mueller
5.0 out of 5 stars
Finally!!
All of series 1 of this classic TV series, Desmond's was definitely the best series of the 90's. It is still hilarious now!
Published 16 months ago by babyjerrymouse
5.0 out of 5 stars
Desmond's collection
Ordered and received around 3-4 days later using freepost. Item came in usual Amazon well padded envelope and was in perfect condition.
Published on 3 May 2011 by Trent
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nostalgia
I bought this for my sister's birthday. She was very happy to say the least! Good present as I remember the family watching this when I was about 5/6 years old, and they don't make... Read more
Published on 7 Dec 2010 by Friedchickenduck
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nostalgia!
Fantastic!
Unwrapping the film off the DVD and then settling into that unmistakeable humour from 20 years ago is thoroughly recommended. Read more
Unwrapping the film off the DVD and then settling into that unmistakeable humour from 20 years ago is thoroughly recommended. Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2010 by Sweet pea
5.0 out of 5 stars
CHANNEL 4
Desmonds tv show was outstanding sitcom I highly Recommend series also series 3 and 4 is also on dvd from VEI out of canada its a shame thats the tv show the Fosters and Emprie... Read more
Published on 2 May 2010 by Akintunde International
5.0 out of 5 stars
DESMOND'S SERIES 1 REVIEW
I hadn't seen these programmes since they were first broadcast, but now can't wait to get more when they are released. Read more
Published on 22 Dec 2009 by Mr. S. J. Matthews
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