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Series 1 of Hyperdrive rockets off in 2151 and the British have launched a fleet of spaceships to explore the galaxy in the only way the British can. That means with a stiff upper lip and regular tea breaks. Their mission? To export all things British - overpriced supermarkets, housing estates and call centres - to all corners, and to protect Britain's interests in a changing galaxy. At the forefront of this expeditionary force is the HMS Camden Lock, helmed by the irrepressible, if a little tetchy, Commander Henderson. Ably assisted by a crew of misfits (the further they are from Earth the better, quite frankly), the Commander steers his ship through the stars, giving orders from his big swivelly chair.
The team face many challenges throughout series 2, including becoming members of the best space-o-batics team, The Green Javelins, and rescuing an admiral's daughter to take her to university. They are, as ever, always up for the odd battle with hostile alien attackers; be they Queppu warriors, shiny red robots, or the terrifying Engulfers, they'll give it their best shot. Experience the highs, the lows, the anti-gravity failures, the annoying talking mops, and, of course, the wars with alien races. Lots of wars...
Includes bonus disc of special features.
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This wacky BBC sci-fi sitcom follows the expeditionary crew on HMS Camden Lock spaceship, ably steered by Commander Henderson, who explore the galaxy exporting all things British along the way. The series stars Nick Frost (Spaced,
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Hyperdrive is a deliciously innovative, affectionate comic take on space operas, not unlike the film Galaxy Quest. Set on board HMS Camden Lock, a British spaceship, in 2151 the comic genius crew tackle duty and disaster with equal success, albeit only in their own eyes. But everyone seems to know their place and where they'd rather be. So the Commander (Nick Frost) gets the swivelly chair, but only so no one else gets it. First Officer York (Kevin Eldon) gets to stride about with dangerous weapons, but would prefer to obliterate people with it, and brilliant Diplomatic Officer Teal (Miranda Hart) gets to accompany the almost bright Commander on missions - but yearns to be so much more to him. As a result Miranda Hart puts in some of the funniest moments in the whole thing - despite the comic strength of the cast as a whole. Hyperdrive owes as much to The Thin Blue Line and The Office as to Star Trek. One minute you're laughing, the next you're recoiling in horror at the strange habits of alien diplomats. And you can't say that about many things!
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By N. J. Tanner
Format:DVD
Really funny and excellent cast but relies on too many jokes about Miranda Hart's appearance. weirldy, I felt like I was watching On the Buses in space which is never good
21 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By drloneangel
Format:DVD
I missed this series when it aired, and have only just discovered it. Why are there only two series??? It is very funny and has something for everyone who likes good British comedy. There isnt a single weak episode or character, and I have to admit a crush on Jeffers..
The episode with 'False York' is one to watch over and over again, as Kevin Eldon's Mister York creates a clone with hilarious random comments such as 'Im going pot holing now..'
Watch and be very entertained. And lets try and get at least another series out of the BBC!!!
The episode with 'False York' is one to watch over and over again, as Kevin Eldon's Mister York creates a clone with hilarious random comments such as 'Im going pot holing now..'
Watch and be very entertained. And lets try and get at least another series out of the BBC!!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Better than expected
When I first saw clips on TV when it was released, I thought it was going to be just a cheap parody show.
It's much better than that; it's funny in its own right. Read more
It's much better than that; it's funny in its own right. Read more
Published 22 days ago by AgentMulderUK
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best sci-fi comedy ever
Sci fi and comedy don't often mix well, but after the BBC's success with Red Dwarf, there was a vacuum to be filled, andf this one stepped in. Read more
Published 1 month ago by F. M. Havicon
2.0 out of 5 stars
Hyperdrive
It's no Red Dwarf - maybe I bought this expecting the same British humour - It's not, in fact it's so different you would think you were on a different planet. Read more
Published 1 month ago by B. Perham
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic!
I ordered this a while ago and forgot to write a review until now, but in that time I have watched it several times over. Read more
Published 1 month ago by flupmakintosh
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great British Humour mixed with Science-Fiction
Hello;
Very funny program.
Would recommend to anyone who needs a brief respite from the activities of daily life.
A good return on investment.
Very funny program.
Would recommend to anyone who needs a brief respite from the activities of daily life.
A good return on investment.
Published 1 month ago by terry l. ridder
4.0 out of 5 stars
oo hehe
a lot better than i thought. Nick frost is funny and the other actors/actresses do well. Some are a bit too hammy but its well worth it. It also has re-watchability.
Published 2 months ago by what a waste of money
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Great
Another product where you have to write a review of something really basic to tell people it does the job because you can't just leave it at 5 stars.
Published 2 months ago by Ian Bibby
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not great comedy, but real fun to watch
Hyperdrives as comedy series aren't great that's for sure, but as a science fiction series it is really entertaining. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Adam Barczynski
4.0 out of 5 stars
outer spaced
managed to watch first season funny but i like miranda hart anyway.. typicle british comedy.... recommend to watch on a wet night.
Published 4 months ago by Crjn Jackson
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not quite what I expected
I bought this to see Miranda Hart having missed it on TV. It's OK I suppose but having been spoiled by the fabulous Red Dwarf series, this collection does not come close. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Peter
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