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Thanks to sharp writing and a pitch-perfect ensemble cast, Frasier became one of the smartest and funniest television shows of the 1990s. Following the 1993 demise of Cheers, Diane's fussy psychiatrist boyfriend Frasier Crane (Kelsey Grammer) seemed an unlikely candidate for a spin-off series. Yet the show earned smash ratings and dozens of Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding Lead Actor (Grammer) in the very first series.
In an inspired bit of casting, Grammer was matched with David Hyde Pierce as his brother and fellow psychiatrist Niles, and the rest of the players included his radio-programme manager, Roz (Peri Gilpin), his father, Marty (John Mahoney), his father's physical therapist, Daphne (Jane Leeves) and the dog Eddie (Moose).
In the first series, Frasier and Marty try to learn how to coexist in the same apartment, Niles and Daphne spend a stormy evening in Niles's house, Frasier acquires pushy agent Bebe (Harriet Sansom Harris) and searches for love with Amanda Donohoe among others, his ex-wife Lilith (Bebe Neuwirth) makes a guest appearance, the family takes a cross-country trip in a Winnebago and the two brothers collaborate on a book. --David Horiuchi
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Box set containing the entire first season of the popular spin-off from 'Cheers', centred around fussy psychiatrist Frasier Crane (Kelsey Grammer). Episodes comprise: 'The Good Son'; 'Space Quest'; 'Dinner at Eight'; 'I Hate Frasier Crane'; 'Here's Looking at You'; 'The Crucible'; 'Call Me Irresponsible'; 'Beloved Infidel'; 'Selling Out'; 'Oops'; 'Death Becomes Him'; 'Miracle On Third Or Fourth Street'; 'Guess Who's Coming to Breakfast'; 'Can't Buy Me Love'; 'You Can't Tell a Crook By His Cover'; 'The Show Where Lilith Comes Back'; 'A Midwinter Night's Dream'; 'And the Whimper Is...'; 'Give Him the Chair!'; 'Fortysomething'; 'Travels With Martin'; 'Author, Author'; 'Frasier Crane's Day Off'; and 'My Coffee With Niles'.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The thing you'll undoubtedly find when watching any Frasier Series, is the quality of the writing. The show changed writers or introduced fresh writers throughout the years to keep things interesting and original. And God knows it's worked. Each episode is cleverly written and authentically funny. I can honestly say I haven't seen a bad episode. In series one we see the introduction of each character and during the episodes, the growth of each character within themselves and with each other, their strengths and weaknesses become apparent as they encounter many a hilarious situation. You'll love it!
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By McGillfan
Format:DVD
I have followed Frasier since day one, and although have seen every episode umpteen times over on the Paramount channel, it is so brilliant and so deftly played out by the entire cast in their respective roles, it never fails to have me chuckling with delight! The actors give polished performances, are totally believable and their timing top notch. This is one show that doesn't rely on cheap smut to get a giggle - it is sheer class and puts other comedy shows to shame. The writing team is impeccable and their ideas forever fresh. It is comedy heaven! When it finally comes to an end I shall feel as if I have lost family members as I love them all to bits! Thank goodness I have the dvds to keep these treasures forever!
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
I hate to sound like a commercial, but this really is the best at its best. Its not just a funny show but a look into the some of the most analytical, perceptive people in television. This perception coupled with their talent for writing and structuring programs gives you a sophisticated comedy that is still layed back, that is not easy thing to accomplish. Anyone who thinks they appretiate good television and dosen't appretiate this, thought wrong.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome beyond comedy .
I totally love this sitcom with its humor , scripts , sets , chicks and acting as a whole !! The show always seems to be fresh and has the great Lilith in it who rocks !! Read more
Published 6 months ago by davidinator
5.0 out of 5 stars
A**** series
I always used to watch Fraiser on tv, seeing the odd episode. I'm so pleased I decided to buy this series so I could see it all from the start. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Eli3full
5.0 out of 5 stars
he's listening
the first season of a comedy classic, complete on dvd. Doctor frasier crane, a supporting character in legendary sitcom cheers, was spun off into his own show, a comedy that lasted... Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2009 by Paul Tapner
5.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT START TO A WONDERFUL SERIES
Well, just as the title says above. unlike the last few series, there are no rubbish episodes in series one, without spoiling it, the whole series deals with Frasier coming to... Read more
Published on 2 Sep 2008 by Angel 14 "Soton"
4.0 out of 5 stars
As it Began
Frasier emerges almost fully formed onto our screens - within two episodes the whole team are together and the energy is flowing. Read more
Published on 22 April 2008 by Mr. Ross Maynard
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Show
It actually took me a while before i really got into Frasier but once i had i just loved it. There were some great episodes on season one, i love Travels With Martin and Guess... Read more
Published on 17 April 2008 by T. Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars
The REAL star of the show
Yes, yes, yes it goes without saying that 'Frasier' is the best comedy on TV, but you're all missing the point! Read more
Published on 11 Feb 2008 by Maid Marian
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quality comedy
Started fantastically, went a bit squiffy with some of the later series, but taken as a whole, 'Frasier' is just superb. Read more
Published on 13 Jan 2008 by Red Rob
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb character-led sitcom
Ah, dear, dear Kelsey, his voice so often inflected with that Bette Davis-style hauteur which made you love him even as you laughed. Read more
Published on 29 Aug 2007 by Pismotality
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quite simply... the best comedy ever made.
The word genius is thrown around too often in television and film these days but this is the exception. Frasier is simply brilliant! Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2007 by Film Buff
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