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Your best friend's star is rising in Hollywood, and there’s only one thing to do: join his entourage. Meet Eric, Turtle and Johnny Drama: three guys from Queens dedicated to helping their film-star buddy Vincent Chase navigate the absurdities and pitfalls of modern-day Hollywood – where sex, parties and super-agents rule the town.
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Audio commentaries by: creator-executive producer Doug Ellin and executive producer Larry Charles Behind-the-scenes interviews with cast and crew
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
When I first heard about Entourage, it was through finding out that Deadwood had been cancelled. Deadwood was my favourite show, and I was not happy. I decided to download an episode of Entourage to see what my beautiful western had been cancelled for. And it turns out, it's something almost worth it.
Entourage is all about a fictional up and coming movie star, Vincent Chase, played by Adrian Grenier, and his group of friends - his entourage. This group includes his manager and best friend Eric (Kevin Connolly), driver Turtle (Jerry Fararra),and chef Johnny "Drama" Chase (Kevin Dillon). The real star of the show though is the foul-mouthed agent Ari (played by the amazing Jeremy Piven), who consistently delivers memorable one liners, as well as quoteable monologues - if Ari can't make you laugh, you don't have a soul.
The numerous guest stars and real life Hollywood stars making cameo appearances (including Scarlett Johanson and James Cameron) are also a real treat, and really makes you believe you are watching Hollywood life the way it actually is, and you will be green with envy. Each episode is only half an hour long, but has incredible replay value - this isn't a box set you'll buy and want to sell on eBay after the first viewing.
Each episode, Vince and co attend film premieres, parties, assess possible future projects, and generally live the Hollywood dream. On paper, it doesn't sound like much, but in practice, Entourage scores a perfect ten in every way - it's a perfect comedy - no hideous audience track, this is a comedy with a difference - it is HBO after all. Season 3 aired in America recently, and it's still just as good, perhaps even better. All I can say is I hope, unlike other HBO series, this one stays around for a long, long time.
Entourage is all about a fictional up and coming movie star, Vincent Chase, played by Adrian Grenier, and his group of friends - his entourage. This group includes his manager and best friend Eric (Kevin Connolly), driver Turtle (Jerry Fararra),and chef Johnny "Drama" Chase (Kevin Dillon). The real star of the show though is the foul-mouthed agent Ari (played by the amazing Jeremy Piven), who consistently delivers memorable one liners, as well as quoteable monologues - if Ari can't make you laugh, you don't have a soul.
The numerous guest stars and real life Hollywood stars making cameo appearances (including Scarlett Johanson and James Cameron) are also a real treat, and really makes you believe you are watching Hollywood life the way it actually is, and you will be green with envy. Each episode is only half an hour long, but has incredible replay value - this isn't a box set you'll buy and want to sell on eBay after the first viewing.
Each episode, Vince and co attend film premieres, parties, assess possible future projects, and generally live the Hollywood dream. On paper, it doesn't sound like much, but in practice, Entourage scores a perfect ten in every way - it's a perfect comedy - no hideous audience track, this is a comedy with a difference - it is HBO after all. Season 3 aired in America recently, and it's still just as good, perhaps even better. All I can say is I hope, unlike other HBO series, this one stays around for a long, long time.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
This is a fast paced funny show that follows movie star Vincent and his friends who are his entourage. It shows the trials and tribulations of a movie star and his best friend trying to look after him and his interests. Be warned though the first season only has eight episodes and each episodes is only 25 minutes long. That is the reason why I havent given it 5 stars and the extras are not the best. If you don't have a lot of time to watch a huge season of drama and you want something fun, then this is definatley worth a look.
15 of 19 people found the following review helpful
I bought the DVD set of the first series of Entourage blind, on the strength of the reviews here. I also considered that with this being an HBO production, which also produces Curb Your Enthusiasm, Six Feet Under, and The Wire, that it was foolproof to buy something else out of the same stable.
What can I say... I was disappointed. The first series has little depth, the humour's flat, and in no way does this series compare to some of the other sharp witty series that have come from HBO. I found myself laughing a couple of times, but generally I had little sympathy or interest in many of the characters who mostly come across as being shallow and vain - which in itself isn't a problem if the script and acting portray it well, which they didn't particularly. I would have liked snappier dialogue and more well-developed, portrayed characters (other comedies manage to portray their characters well quickly, and have you caring for them in really short spaces of time - witness 6 Feet Under, or Arrested Development for example). This show doesn't.
Having said that I did think that Ari Gold was a great character and I can't see why he didn't get used more often. Maybe he should have his own spin-off show??!
What can I say... I was disappointed. The first series has little depth, the humour's flat, and in no way does this series compare to some of the other sharp witty series that have come from HBO. I found myself laughing a couple of times, but generally I had little sympathy or interest in many of the characters who mostly come across as being shallow and vain - which in itself isn't a problem if the script and acting portray it well, which they didn't particularly. I would have liked snappier dialogue and more well-developed, portrayed characters (other comedies manage to portray their characters well quickly, and have you caring for them in really short spaces of time - witness 6 Feet Under, or Arrested Development for example). This show doesn't.
Having said that I did think that Ari Gold was a great character and I can't see why he didn't get used more often. Maybe he should have his own spin-off show??!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Not one of the better HBO series....
This review is purely concerned with series 1 of Entourage as I believe it gets better! I bought this on the strength of the reviews on Amazon and almost feel like asking for a... Read more
Published 19 days ago by J. Bloss
American's can not do continuity . . .
Continuity on the cigarette ?
It's like sandwiches on "Two and a half men."
American cinema is in the shadow of American television. Read more
It's like sandwiches on "Two and a half men."
American cinema is in the shadow of American television. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Vic Green
Ari Gold Legend
Takes half the series to get into but it is great, now on its seventh series and although the sixth dipped a bit, am loving it nontheless.... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Dr. B. C. Burrows
Laddishness with a Heart
Some great characterisations here of some prime examples of kidulthood men. Some great lines, some great moments and a show that cares about it's characters, sometimes more than... Read more
Published on 29 April 2010 by Mr. S. James
Good Laugh
Always gets a laugh from me and my mates - These guys are fantastic and Ari Gold is a legend !!! Buy this and enjoy
Published on 8 Jan 2010 by S. Patel
Who wants to be in their gang?
Entourage is the only box-set I've ever been bothered to collect the lot of... So funny, wry and clever. Read more
Published on 7 Jan 2010 by ACMN1
Missing subtitles.
Always ben a huge fan of Entourage.
This product was a disappointment though. The description says it includes a wide range of subtitles (i.e. Read more
This product was a disappointment though. The description says it includes a wide range of subtitles (i.e. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2009 by JLin
Matterhorn peak
I bought this DVD set on a whim, on the back of good reviews and basically looking for something quick to watch over a weekend. Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2008 by Chrislovesbuffy
5 for the comedy, 4 for the aspect ratio!
It's all been said - slick, sharp and hilarious adult comedy from HBO. I wanted to post a warning though - this DVD is not widescreen, it is full screen (4:3, 1. Read more
Published on 5 May 2008 by A. Vevers
One word - Brilliant!
What can I say.
I didn't watch this show when it first aired on TV but happened to catch a repeat one night when nothing else was on. Read more
I didn't watch this show when it first aired on TV but happened to catch a repeat one night when nothing else was on. Read more
Published on 9 Aug 2007 by Reviewer
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