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The adventures of Doctor Martin Ellingham--more commonly known as Doc Martin--have proven to be one of ITV’s most popular hits of recent years. And within this series three DVD set, you’ve got plenty of evidence as to why.
For newcomers, Doc Martin, played with effortless skill by Martin Clunes, is a surgeon based in a small Cornish village. But it’s not his direct, blunt manner that proves to be his only problem. No, the issue too is that the Doc has a phobia of blood. It’s not the handiest problem for a Doctor to have, but it does allow Doc Martin to mix in good chunks of comedy alongside its drama.
The third season of the show, spread across three discs in this set, finds it in terrific form. Boasting a strong cast, with Caroline Catz’s Louisa. Stephanie Cole’s Joan and Joe Absolom’s Al among the standouts, Doc Martin’s popularity is easy to understand. Because not only is the acting terrific, and Clunes must really take the plaudits too, but the scripts are of consistent quality.
It should be noted that the end of the third series was the cause of some debate among fans, although this reviewer was certainly impressed by it. But what’s less up for debate is that Doc Martin is one of the best mainstream dramas British television has thrown up in recent years, and that this DVD set offers some super entertainment. --Jon Foster
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: 2-DVD Set, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: Dr. Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes, MEN BEHAVING BADLY) is a surgeon with a difference: he can't sand the sight of blood! You'd think this would force him to reconsider his vocation in life, but no; he's quite content acting as the sole physician of a sleepy Cornish village. But it's his abrasive bedside manner--rather than his haemophobia--that puts him at odds with the eccentric townsfolk and gives rise to many humourously awkward situations. This release contains every episode from the third series. ...Doc Martin - Series Three 2-DVD Set ( Doc Martin - Series 3 )
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
By K. Robertson
Format:DVD
I followed Doc Martin right from the 1st series, and I can safely say that the 3rd series doesn't disappoint! The comedy and drama mix together beautifully, and the setting for the show is stunning. The relashionship between Louisa and Martin is hilarious and heartbreaking at the same, due to the depressing end to the series. However, with six other episodes to enjoy, and a 4th series coming out later this year, Doc Martin fans have plenty to celebrate.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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Now ' Doc Martin - Series 3 ' is as good as ' Doc Martin - Series 2 ' if not better as it allows more screen time to ' Caroline Catz ' and of course ' Martin Clunes ' is on Top Form as normal.
Actually rather than Doctors handing out expensive Drugs to people suffering from Depression really they would be far better prescribing a course of Doc Martin DVD's
Take it from me it has not lost any of its Steam and this should Run and Run.
IYV have confirmed that they have commissioned a fourth series.
Actually rather than Doctors handing out expensive Drugs to people suffering from Depression really they would be far better prescribing a course of Doc Martin DVD's
Take it from me it has not lost any of its Steam and this should Run and Run.
IYV have confirmed that they have commissioned a fourth series.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Chez
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This series is every bit as good as series one and two. I only have two complaints. The first one being that after sadly watching the last episode, nothing else compares, and secondly that there was only seven episodes. One goes through the same sort of grief process that happens after finishing a long fantastic book.
Absolutely wonderful - atmospheric, brilliant photography, great characters, good story lines, and most importantly - lots of laughs. Looking forward to series four, and five, and six ..........
Absolutely wonderful - atmospheric, brilliant photography, great characters, good story lines, and most importantly - lots of laughs. Looking forward to series four, and five, and six ..........
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This programme is one that i believe that has more viewers than most programmes because it makes u laugh it and the way it is laid out is nice to watch and by the end of the programme you are feelin lifted .
Doc Martin is a character that you will find alot of people sayin " he is like my doctor " but the thing about him is he always cares and that is lovely to watch in these programmes .
It is a programme i love .
Doc Martin is a character that you will find alot of people sayin " he is like my doctor " but the thing about him is he always cares and that is lovely to watch in these programmes .
It is a programme i love .
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By J. M. Pease
Format:DVD
Loved the first 2 series - definitely 5 stars each. This third series was a big disappointment. The new village copper was a bore and the main love story was not developed but merely dropped into the land of cliche.
Will have great difficulty in making another series believable
Will have great difficulty in making another series believable
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The episodes themselves are excellent, but I felt I must deduct one star for Momentum's cost-cutting (or greed?) by not including ANY extras whatsoever, not even the most obvious candidate: the 2006 Christmas special ("On the Edge") in this set. Series 3 was only 7 episodes long (vs. series 2), so I can't believe it would be a problem of space. More likely, they held it back so they can charge us full "season" price for the one episode.
What makes this more regrettable is there are one or two references in these episodes to events that happened in "On the Edge" (i.e. Louisa's father). At the very least, they should have released the special BEFORE putting out series 3. Let's hope that if they DO release "On the Edge" later this year, that it at least has some decent extras on to make up for the short running time, and that they make it a "stand-alone" purchase (i.e. not bundled up exclusively in a "complete" series set, like the BBC did with series 2 of "Footballers Wives: Extra Time").
What makes this more regrettable is there are one or two references in these episodes to events that happened in "On the Edge" (i.e. Louisa's father). At the very least, they should have released the special BEFORE putting out series 3. Let's hope that if they DO release "On the Edge" later this year, that it at least has some decent extras on to make up for the short running time, and that they make it a "stand-alone" purchase (i.e. not bundled up exclusively in a "complete" series set, like the BBC did with series 2 of "Footballers Wives: Extra Time").
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By XJSilvercat
Format:DVD
Loved Series 1,2 & 3. Maybe the Doc wakes up in Series 4 and dreamt the last episode.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Monika
Format:DVD
We laughed uncontrollably through the first 2 series of Doc Martin, and so eagerly anticipated Series 3.
The hilarity and local charm of Series 1 and 2 are entirely absent from Series 3; the comedy has been transformed into a drama in which the Doc makes heroic medical save after heroic medical save and somehow manages to have a relationship with Louisa. A key character, PC Mark Mylow, played by the amazing Stewart Wright is gone, his PC role replaced by a character who never becomes much of a presence despite repeated attempts. There is little sense of community, and when new characters are introduced, they are rarely seen again. The series has become dull, the searing wit and rapid-fire zingers are gone, and characters become progressively less engaging.
The reason for this disappointment is obvious: the entire core of original creators are present but for Dominic Minghella, who wrote or co-wrote practically all of seasons 1 and 2. Brother to the late Anthony Mingella, he co-wrote 4 episodes with his sister Edana Minghella. I hope that Philippa Braithwaite and Martin Clunes lure him back to make a series 4, along with the fabulous Stewart Wright, whose absence is a key factor in the torn community fabric.
The hilarity and local charm of Series 1 and 2 are entirely absent from Series 3; the comedy has been transformed into a drama in which the Doc makes heroic medical save after heroic medical save and somehow manages to have a relationship with Louisa. A key character, PC Mark Mylow, played by the amazing Stewart Wright is gone, his PC role replaced by a character who never becomes much of a presence despite repeated attempts. There is little sense of community, and when new characters are introduced, they are rarely seen again. The series has become dull, the searing wit and rapid-fire zingers are gone, and characters become progressively less engaging.
The reason for this disappointment is obvious: the entire core of original creators are present but for Dominic Minghella, who wrote or co-wrote practically all of seasons 1 and 2. Brother to the late Anthony Mingella, he co-wrote 4 episodes with his sister Edana Minghella. I hope that Philippa Braithwaite and Martin Clunes lure him back to make a series 4, along with the fabulous Stewart Wright, whose absence is a key factor in the torn community fabric.
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Zie serie 1 en 2
Martin Clunes is een voortreffelijke acteur. Cynisch, humoristisch heel erg geloofwaardig in zijn rol als Doc Martin zie uit naar de volgende afleveringen
Published 4 months ago by Bokhorst, Els van
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Love this series
Good series, I am upto series 4. It has light humor and great acting, but I like Martin Clunes in anything he does.
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Doc Martin serie 3
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Published 12 months ago by jonny
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Such a lovely programme
A massive collector of DVDs, this is the only series I hold back watching too many in one go, because there can never be enough. Read more
Published 17 months ago by R. Le Quin
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doc martin series 3
brilliant product, would definitely use again thanks well packaged, excellent packaging, postage reasonable, many thanks. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Mrs. M. J. Watkins
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Doc Martin Series
I'm addicted. Martin and Louisa are so compelling as ying/yang's of true life romance. Other characters delightful, amusing, real people. Read more
Published on 1 April 2011 by Judy
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good in Parts
Certainly not as watchable as first 2 series, but still at this price worth following up if you enjoyed previous.
Published on 17 Jan 2011 by MJH Chelsea
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Great British actor Martin Clunes
Apart from the beautiful Cornish scenery the superb acting by the whole cast of this production makes it compelling viewing. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2010 by Mr. James W. Coles
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Doc Martin series 3
Simply the best TV series ever made. Very funny & filmed in beatiful Cornwall. If you love Cornwall you'll love this. Best to start at series 1 and watch the whole 3 series. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2010 by G taylor
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Doc Martin Series 3
Another wonderful series of Doc Martin,
although with a very different ending and
rather an anti-climax for the romantically minded ! Read more
although with a very different ending and
rather an anti-climax for the romantically minded ! Read more
Published on 30 Jan 2010 by Peter W. Beck
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