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The small screen isn’t short of surgeons with patients to cure, and with that in mind, the addition of another, Monroe, isn’t much to raise your eyebrows at. But then, consider that Monroe is played by James Nesbitt, and that the writing is really quite sharp and, all of a sudden, there becomes a reason to give it a try.
You’ll be rewarded if you do, too. Monroe is the adventures of the title character, who is a brain surgeon by day, and a man with his life in turmoil at night. If you’re thinking this sounds like a British take on House, then you’re not a million miles away, but there’s enough in the tank to give Monroe an identity of its own.
Much of that is down to the work of James Nesbitt. He’s excellent in the lead role, and he makes the most of the pacey script to ensure that Monroe is always worth watching. But there’s an interesting underlying narrative, too, and across the six episodes we get in the show’s maiden run, it’s hard not to be drawn in. There are things that can be improved for the future, certainly, but Monroe is off to notable start. --Jon Foster
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: 2-DVD Set, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: New medical drama series about brilliant neurosurgeon Gabriel Monroe. At work, Monroe has the courage to perform cutting-edge brain surgery but at home, he is afraid to admit that his life is falling apart. When Alison Bannister is admitted with a brain tumour, Monroe has to help her make a frightening decision. To go ahead with an operation could leave Alison paralysed or unable to speak, yet without surgery, she is likely to die within a few years. Does she want to survive if surgery might change who she is? And can Monroe get her through this crisis as his own life starts to spiral out of control? ...Monroe - Season 1 - 2-DVD Set ( Monroe ) ( Monroe - Season One )
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By buyer7
Format:DVD
I'm a tad biased being a big Jimmy Nesbitt fan, but this is well written, witty and entertaining. I couldn't get into House - this is much more accessible. You can sit down, switch off, and be amused and entertained - what more do you want?
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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This is not house period !
This is James Nesbitt at his very best. Always a loveable character in whatever he does and i bought the series because of him and nothing else.
I did an earlier review of this series after only watching two episodes.
I now revise my review and give this series five stars, as it just got better and better. As the series evolved,so did all the other actors and story lines.
The series is funny, at times very sad and dead serious.
In short, television at its very best !
There is definately a huge potential for more of Monroe and hopefully they will bring them on !
One last thing. As for House, Hugh Laurie is wonderful, but as Dr House he sometimes got on my nerves.James Nesbitt is a laugh a minute and a much more loveable character !
p.s there are sub-titles
This is James Nesbitt at his very best. Always a loveable character in whatever he does and i bought the series because of him and nothing else.
I did an earlier review of this series after only watching two episodes.
I now revise my review and give this series five stars, as it just got better and better. As the series evolved,so did all the other actors and story lines.
The series is funny, at times very sad and dead serious.
In short, television at its very best !
There is definately a huge potential for more of Monroe and hopefully they will bring them on !
One last thing. As for House, Hugh Laurie is wonderful, but as Dr House he sometimes got on my nerves.James Nesbitt is a laugh a minute and a much more loveable character !
p.s there are sub-titles
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By G. Millis
Format:DVD
To be honest, I wasn't certain Monroe would be worth watching. Not because of the actor - James Nesbitt is brilliant and I'm a big fan - but because it's been done already, hasn't it?
House hit our screens a few years ago featuring another great British actor, Hugh Laurie, playing a brilliant US diagnostatician, with a major personality flaw. Wouldn't Monroe just be a very twee, English version of this?
Hell no!
Despite the comparisions from the media, it's not House. There are obviously some parallels - like House, Monroe is deaing with personal issues and they are both experts in their fields, but that's where the similarities end.
Monroe is funny, gentle and heartwarming in that uniquely British way, with a good dose of sarcasm and witty rhetoric and I've enjoyed every episode.
I can't wait for the next series!
House hit our screens a few years ago featuring another great British actor, Hugh Laurie, playing a brilliant US diagnostatician, with a major personality flaw. Wouldn't Monroe just be a very twee, English version of this?
Hell no!
Despite the comparisions from the media, it's not House. There are obviously some parallels - like House, Monroe is deaing with personal issues and they are both experts in their fields, but that's where the similarities end.
Monroe is funny, gentle and heartwarming in that uniquely British way, with a good dose of sarcasm and witty rhetoric and I've enjoyed every episode.
I can't wait for the next series!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
I really enjoy James Nesbitt but confess that neither the script or Sarah Parish did the series any favours, in fact if it hadn't been for James Nesbitt it would not have rated at... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Inspiration Dot
4.0 out of 5 stars
MONROE
James Nesbitt's "twinkly self regard" is very Irish and very captivating. I enjoyed the series except for one thing - it seemed to revolve entirely around his ongoing... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Doreen Langmead
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Really good, different and interesting subject so why didn't they do the 3rd series? Great banter between the actors same sort of mix as "Friends" really worked. Read more
Published 1 month ago by mrs flora lewton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Monroe
James Nesbitt is brilliant as the neuro surgeon. Great storylines, well written. There are lots of different storylines going on which makes it more interesting.
Published 1 month ago by maggie may
5.0 out of 5 stars
James Nesbitt - Monroe 1
How many favourite actors/actresses can a person have. I have mainly British stars and James is someone I enjoy watching he always researches so deep into his character's role. Read more
Published 2 months ago by anna
5.0 out of 5 stars
Reccomended
funny with the right amount of drama A A A A A A A A A A A A A
Published 2 months ago by william c. jones
5.0 out of 5 stars
James Nesbitt at his best.
His understated humor and his difference in behavior towards his colleagues and his patients makes the series really worth of watching it. James Nesbitt is perfect for this role.
Published 2 months ago by A. J. M. Gerards
4.0 out of 5 stars
Vintage Nesbit
The best thing he's done with a very strong supporting cast. Almost makes you want to be in Hospital! More believable and engaging than House!
Published 2 months ago by Charles Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars
brilliant.
Got this for my Christmas it is a great series cant wait till its back on the screen.Best series on the tv.
Published 3 months ago by DAVID WILLIAM WARDEN
4.0 out of 5 stars
THEIR MISSION TO SAVE
At St. Matthew Hospital the focus here is on the teams of two brilliant surgeons: Monroe (brain specialist), Jenny Bremner (heart). Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr. D. L. Rees
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