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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 season. 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-program 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 season, 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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Frasier Crane (Kelsey Grammar), renowned Boston psychiatrist and regular patron of the bar known as Cheers, has decided to pick up and start anew in Seattle, where he hosts a radio show. Residing in a luxury high rise apartment with his retired cop father Martin (John Mahoney), his prim and proper brother Niles (David Hyde Pierce), his father's physical care assistant, Daphne (Jane Leeves), and a charismatic Jack Russell terrier named Eddie, Frasier's life is populated with at least as many colourful characters as he was surrounded by back in Boston. Picking up the slack upon the departure of Cheers from American television in 1993, Frasier is a prime example of smart television comedy. This set includes all 24 episodes from the first series.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Most sitcoms need at least one season to introduce the characters and then another to develop them, after which things take off - Seinfeld is a classic example. However, Frasier hits its stride in the first season, with clever, insightful and often farcical comedy - virtually from the first episode. This is a clear sign of things to come as it went on to become arguably the greatest sitcom to date.
The show looks like its from another period (remember it is 1993) as Frasier has his originally long hair (like in Cheers) and there are no mobile phones, which are used to much comic effect in later seasons. However, the comedy isn't dated at all. The Crane brothers are witty, desperate, pompous yet lovable, and dad Martin keeps them down to earth in that way we are all used to. Daphne is probably at her wackiest in this season as we see her in her psychic mode more often than not.
The episodes were mostly top drawer with a number of outstanding ones:
'The Good Son' - the first episode introducing Frasier to his new Seattle surrounds, which won an Emmy award; that must say something!
'Space Quest' - Frasier struggles to read his book in peace living with dad Martin and therapist Daphne.
'Selling Out' - introduces the agent from hell; Bebe Glazier.
'Here's Looking at You' - Frasier gets his dad a telescope, which helps him get a date.
'Call Me Irresponsible' - Frasier dates a caller but this conflicts with his ethics.
'Miracle on Third or Fourth Street' - Frasier eats at a local diner on Christmas Day, without his wallet.
'A Mid-Winter Night's Dream' - Niles has his first close encounter with an unsuspecting Daphne.
'Travels with Martin' - on a road trip in Martins Winnebago (caravan), they all end up in Canada.
'Frasier Crane's Day Off' - Frasier falls ill and asks Niles to cover for him on the radio. Niles quickly gets the hang of it causing Frasier much angst.
If you are new to Frasier - start at the beginning and watch this series. You will enjoy comedy of the highest order.
The show looks like its from another period (remember it is 1993) as Frasier has his originally long hair (like in Cheers) and there are no mobile phones, which are used to much comic effect in later seasons. However, the comedy isn't dated at all. The Crane brothers are witty, desperate, pompous yet lovable, and dad Martin keeps them down to earth in that way we are all used to. Daphne is probably at her wackiest in this season as we see her in her psychic mode more often than not.
The episodes were mostly top drawer with a number of outstanding ones:
'The Good Son' - the first episode introducing Frasier to his new Seattle surrounds, which won an Emmy award; that must say something!
'Space Quest' - Frasier struggles to read his book in peace living with dad Martin and therapist Daphne.
'Selling Out' - introduces the agent from hell; Bebe Glazier.
'Here's Looking at You' - Frasier gets his dad a telescope, which helps him get a date.
'Call Me Irresponsible' - Frasier dates a caller but this conflicts with his ethics.
'Miracle on Third or Fourth Street' - Frasier eats at a local diner on Christmas Day, without his wallet.
'A Mid-Winter Night's Dream' - Niles has his first close encounter with an unsuspecting Daphne.
'Travels with Martin' - on a road trip in Martins Winnebago (caravan), they all end up in Canada.
'Frasier Crane's Day Off' - Frasier falls ill and asks Niles to cover for him on the radio. Niles quickly gets the hang of it causing Frasier much angst.
If you are new to Frasier - start at the beginning and watch this series. You will enjoy comedy of the highest order.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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We love this series. This is by far one of the best comedies to come from the states, ranking right up there with Seinfeld, Taxi, Cheers, among others. At the price it is being offered now, a definite steal, you will not be disappointed with this series. The one liners are plenty and will have even the sourest of people splitting their lips in smiles and laughter. I cannot praise this show enough.
But, as all say here, the series itself is brilliant, but the transfer is just rubbish. You get basically VHS quality on your DVD. For this I have docked it a star, and that is being generous. The series itself is ten stars, simply excellent, but the consumer gets jipped on the quality of the transfer here. But at the price it is now, one should not complain too much. If it were full price however, forget it, you would be better off just renting it then.
At a good discount, a must buy. At full price, buyer be wary.
But, as all say here, the series itself is brilliant, but the transfer is just rubbish. You get basically VHS quality on your DVD. For this I have docked it a star, and that is being generous. The series itself is ten stars, simply excellent, but the consumer gets jipped on the quality of the transfer here. But at the price it is now, one should not complain too much. If it were full price however, forget it, you would be better off just renting it then.
At a good discount, a must buy. At full price, buyer be wary.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is where the sophisticated series gets started. It isn't quite at its best by this point, but the material is very funny indeed. Strongly recommended.
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Brilliant!
This is just as funny as when we used to watch it on friday nights. I wasn't sure if it would still have the same effect but needn't have worried. Read more
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Am now enjoying Series 2 of Frasier and as stated in Series 1 I am enjoying this immensely They are SO funny Looking forward to more
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Published 8 months ago by R. G. Hughes
One of the best sitcoms...ever!
I was in on Frasier when it first hit our screens back in the 90's. I thought it was good then. Having just finished watching season 1, it is brilliant. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Dodster
Just brilliant!
Has to be one of the best american comedy shows - is worth starting with series 1 - could not recommend it more.
Published 16 months ago by Hellen Barlow
Excellent entertainment
Very entertaining and witty script. Frasier and cast - esp dog Eddie - never fail to provide
light relief and humour in the cleverest and most inofensive of ways without... Read more
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Published 19 months ago by Chris
fantastic
This is a fantastic show. Its has been shown through various TV networks some time ago and is not repeated as often as Friends. So watching it on DVD is a great experience.
Published 21 months ago by badger
......" cupid and his arrow have declared me an endangered species...
Which one is better - Friends or Frasier? A question you hear often but personally I don't think Friends is fit to be compared with Frasier. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2010 by Current Account
Frasier is great!
Really enjoy these - always a good laugh and amazon are very quick with delivery and noramlly very competitive with prices!
Published on 15 Dec 2009 by N. Dale
"I can take criticism!"
Thus says Frasier to Roz in the opening pilot episode. All twenty-four episodes of the first series are here, including the return of Lilith and our first view of Niles's... Read more
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