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DVD ~ Patricia Routledge
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  • Actors: Patricia Routledge, Judy Cornwell, Geoffrey Hughes, Clive Swift, Josephine Tewson
  • Directors: Harold Snoad
  • Format: Box set, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 3
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Playback
  • DVD Release Date: 17 Mar 2003
  • Run Time: 480 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00006CY7I
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,341 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Patricia Routledge has never been better than in the role of the terribly snobby Mrs. Bucket (pronounced 'Bouquet'!) who goes to any length to maintain the impression that she is of a higher social standing than is actually the case. With her long-suffering husband Richard (Clive Swift) in tow (and her terrible family safely hidden from view) it's never too long before she finds herself in yet another farcical situation. This 3-disc set includes every episode from the first two series.

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars The lady of the house speaking, 10 Mar 2006
By crimecatuk (Norfolk, UK) - See all my reviews
The three DVDs of this box-set contain all 16 episodes from series 1 and 2 - and that is all they contain. There are no extras whatsoever. Which is a shame, especially as there would have been a host to choose from, "Routledge/Funny Women" or "Comedy connections", for example. (If you are interested in those, as well as in a chance to actually see ALL episodes of the show, you will have to look for the Region 1 edition.) This edition doesn't even give the titles of the episodes, which - though, strictly speaking, "unofficial titles" - are used even by the BBC itself. So, if you want to know what, exactly, you are getting, the episodes included are:
Series 1 - "Daddy's Accident", "The New Vicar", "Stately Home", "The Charity Shop", "Daisy's Toyboy" and "The Christening".
Series 2 - "A Strange Man", "Driving Mrs Fortescue, "The Candlelight Supper", "Hyacinth Tees Off", "Problems with Relatives", "Onslow's Birthday", "Singing for Emmet", "The Toy Store", "The Three-Piece Suit" and "A Picnic for Daddy"

Personally, I found the picture and sound quality acceptable (although, admittedly, compared to watching the episodes on terrestrial TV in Norfolk, everything is.)

"Keeping Up Appearance" is not and never has been "cutting-edge" comedy. It is funny in a warmer, more comfy sense, and watching it is a bit like putting on a pair of nicely worn slippers: You know what is coming, and part of the fun is waiting for it to happen. There will always be a cheerful "The Bouquet residence, the lady of the house speaking", there will always be Liz, the hapless neighbour, spilling her coffee, and there will always be a phone call from darling Sheridan, asking for money - but at least he and his friend Tarquin will not let themselves be distracted by dalliances with girls. It might not be up-to-date, but it has a timeless quality which makes it so appealing. It is particularly nice to have another chance to see the first-ever episode (and the first season as a whole) which is hardly ever repeated. Here, the characters are edgier, Daisy and Onslow's house and home life are dingier, and there is Shirley Stelfox as Rose - although, brilliant as she is, I must admit that I prefer Mary Millar's even more over-the-top drama queen antics.

All of which makes this DVD box-set a good buy, even though its presentation is rather listless. But then again, "Keeping up Appearances" doesn't really need any extras to be a hit, does it?
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A BRILLIANT COMEDY OF THE 1990'S., 8 Jan 2007
By NEO "Daren" (orpington kent) - See all my reviews
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K.U.A is without doubt one of the best sit-com's of the early part of the 1990's. This is all due to Patricia Routledge playing the rude and snobbish Hyacinth Bucket or 'Bouquet' as she expects to be known as. With her long suffering husband played by Clive Swift as Richard. Not forgetting cousin Daisy and slobbish Onslow with man eater Rose, living in a run down council house. But it's her poor neigbours Elizabeth and Emmit who bear the brunt of Hyacinth's obsessive social climbing. Over the 16 episodes of series 1 & 2 Hyacinth manages to either scare or insult her way through the whole neigbourhood including the Vicar !. The whole idea is a brilliant one and though not cutting edge it's really funny and not dated. Of the DVD there are no special features at all unlike the Region 1 issue which is a real let down. I think the main thing that ruins this series is the BBC's constant repeats on a Sunday. It's a shame that Patricia Routledge can't be persuaded to bring the character back in a all new series !. But it's the perfect cosy series to sit down and watch on a quiet Sunday Afternoon.
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27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "One of the funniest series' ever produced by Roy Clarke", 7 April 2005
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"Keeping up Appearances" is an extremely funny and enjoyable comedy. With Mrs Buckets (pronounced 'Boquet' don't you know) deranged yet lovable and funny family, her aristocratic 'friends' and Emmit and Elizabeth her neighbours. With Violets 'Mercedes, Large house with a swimming pool and room for a pony' which she uses to full adavantage when boasting and her son Sherridan who is living with a suitable young boy while doing needlecraft at unniversity who phones up every week for £50 or £70 also makes for funny veiwing. The show really is a scream and makes for enjoyable viewing. I would srongly recommend that anyone looking for a good, fun clean comedy then they should purchase this, especially at the great prices Amazon are selling the show at.
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5.0 out of 5 stars great comedy
This is a good comedy series. It is funny and cheers you up. A good laugh is what we all need
Published 2 months ago by Jax

5.0 out of 5 stars FANTATSIC
I have the full set.

i have seen them so many times i think the DVD'S will be getting worn out. If ever your fed up skint need a laugh. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jjcroad

2.0 out of 5 stars Not as funny
I remembered this series from twenty years ago. I think my sense of humour has changed because I don't find it that entertaining now. Read more
Published 4 months ago by T. Hayward

5.0 out of 5 stars Hilariously Funny
I am a 17 year old male and was surprised to find that I absoloutly loved this programme. Some moments had me in stiches of laughter. So glad i brought this DVD.
Published 20 months ago by Christopher J. Scott

5.0 out of 5 stars It'll brighten your day!
I adore this programme and have purchased all of the DVDs. It never fails to make me laugh and Patricia Routledge is absolutely superb. Read more
Published on 11 April 2006

2.0 out of 5 stars Great Show - Poor Transfer to DVD
I'm sure you know the show, otherwise you wouldn't be thinking about purchasing it.

All I can say is that DVD has very poor quality. Read more

Published on 1 Mar 2006

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