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Following on from the quite exceptional debut season, Flight Of The Conchords’ sophomore run thankfully manages to recapture the comedy genius that put the show on the map in the first place. And, bluntly, it’s often painfully funny.
If you’re new to the show, it basically follows two folk singers from New Zealand, who are trying to make it big in New York City. Naturally, in Flight Of The Conchords, things don’t quite go to plan, and it becomes clear that America might not be ready for the pair’s musical creations.
Powered by Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement in the lead roles, but backed by a particularly good supporting cast (including the wonderful Rhys Darby as their part-time manager), Flight Of The Conchords’ second season throws up some real classics. We get Bret starting up a gang, Jemaine’s realisation that he’s slept with someone from Australia, and, of course, the visit of the New Zealand Prime Minister. There are ten episodes in total, and while not every one of them hits the heights of the series at its peak, this is still a comedy goldmine.
Easily one of the freshest and most original comedy shows currently running, Flight Of The Conchords really is something of a treat, and if anything, season two exceeds the standards set by its forerunner. Roll on season three. Please. --Jon Foster
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Great to see the Flight of the Conchords back. For me, it is basically a continuation of series one and that can only be a good thing.
Good value for money with 10 episodes (although series one was 12) and not a poor episode in there.
If you liked the first series then you are almost certain to enjoy this one.
Good value for money with 10 episodes (although series one was 12) and not a poor episode in there.
If you liked the first series then you are almost certain to enjoy this one.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Reviews I'd seen suggested the second series was not as good as the first - don't believe them! The songs may be slightly less funny but the situation comedy is better than ever, none more so than the episode in which Jemaine dates an Aussie girl. It's a must buy...
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
The first season of Flight of the Conchords was, without question, one of the finest, most refreshing television shows of recent memory. It was therefore wonderful to find the second season as good as the first.
The main players (Bret, Jermaine, Murray, Mel & Dave) have organically evolved into more rounded characters in this season thanks predominantly to a tighter script. Furthermore, thanks to our knowledge of season one, each character has a distinct history of which we are aware. So, we know all about how Mel is the Conchords only, and over obsessed fan, and how Dave is a patholigical liar. Therefore, we don't need this explaining to us everytime said character pops up. The very sight of Mel outside Bret and Jermaine's house thus instantly induces comic potential. You really feel in this regard that the writers, and perhaps the actors too, have a tighter grip of the main characters. Where season one needed to set the scene, season two is able to flow more freely.
The songs are not as immediate as they are in the first season, and they are certainly more parody based. The good songs, however, are as good as anything you will hear in the first season; "Too Many Dicks on the Dance Floor" being my poersonal highlight. Dave and Mel both pop up with a tune too, as does Murray. This brings me onto, for me, one of the best things about this season, Murray. His role has moved beyond being the manager of season one and more into the realms of elder brother or father figure to the two inept Conchords. The comedy throughout is not just as funny as season one but it is much subtler, and therefore, much more enduring.
All in all, the second season is as good and as funny as the first and in parts exceeds its predecessor. It is, without question, to be best enjoyed as a follow up to the first and as I say, it is much more rewarding in general. You really feel that this is a much more confident outing from the Conchords and a complete triumph.
The main players (Bret, Jermaine, Murray, Mel & Dave) have organically evolved into more rounded characters in this season thanks predominantly to a tighter script. Furthermore, thanks to our knowledge of season one, each character has a distinct history of which we are aware. So, we know all about how Mel is the Conchords only, and over obsessed fan, and how Dave is a patholigical liar. Therefore, we don't need this explaining to us everytime said character pops up. The very sight of Mel outside Bret and Jermaine's house thus instantly induces comic potential. You really feel in this regard that the writers, and perhaps the actors too, have a tighter grip of the main characters. Where season one needed to set the scene, season two is able to flow more freely.
The songs are not as immediate as they are in the first season, and they are certainly more parody based. The good songs, however, are as good as anything you will hear in the first season; "Too Many Dicks on the Dance Floor" being my poersonal highlight. Dave and Mel both pop up with a tune too, as does Murray. This brings me onto, for me, one of the best things about this season, Murray. His role has moved beyond being the manager of season one and more into the realms of elder brother or father figure to the two inept Conchords. The comedy throughout is not just as funny as season one but it is much subtler, and therefore, much more enduring.
All in all, the second season is as good and as funny as the first and in parts exceeds its predecessor. It is, without question, to be best enjoyed as a follow up to the first and as I say, it is much more rewarding in general. You really feel that this is a much more confident outing from the Conchords and a complete triumph.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A great Christmas present
Can't really comment on this one since I bought this for my Dad as a Christmas present. But he really loved it, so thumbs up I guess!
Published 4 months ago by Daniel Mumby
never reached me
I do not have an oppinion. I am still waiting for its arrival! On the meantime, Amazon did remburse me of the original value, but the credit card expenses were still paid by me;-(
Published 7 months ago by pear tree
Like the Concord, ahead of its time
"Flight of the Conchords" picks up right where they left off in series 1 - Bret and Jemaine are still penniless musicians playing gigs to single figure audiences. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Sam Quixote
New Zealand-Ewe should come.
I've just watched six episodes in a row of this series and I can say that it's even funnier and more brilliant than I remember it being when i first saw them shown on TV. Read more
Published 9 months ago by j.r
Very Good
One of the most original comedies to hit the screen in recent years.
You cant help but feel for these two hapless New Zealanders as they try to get by in the USA. Read more
You cant help but feel for these two hapless New Zealanders as they try to get by in the USA. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Bingibongi
Equal to series 1
I enjoyed this DVD as much as Season 1.
The final installment was a bit below par but otherwise all very funny.
The final installment was a bit below par but otherwise all very funny.
Published 14 months ago by David
Like amazing 6(kiwi accent) for zigomatics...
As awesome as the 1st season, they have managed not to dive in Sucking land when the budget and fame explodes and keep on making their piece of art from different perspectives,... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Christophe Juszczakiewicz
Can't get enough
First series of FOTC is brilliant, and this season does not fail to impress. Bought for my boyfriend as a Xmas gift, he's constantly screeching with laughter at this series.
Published 17 months ago by Bella
Flippin hilarious
Once again a great dvd of the Flight of the Conchords series to watch and laugh over again and again
Published on 25 May 2010 by Kristine Vial
Not as polished as the first season
As things often go with Music; and unfortunately for FOTC Flight Of The Conchords: The Complete HBO First Season [DVD] is far more polished and the jokes tighter than those in the... Read more
Published on 8 April 2010 by Chris Hoare
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