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Entire first series of the popular American comedy. In 'Pilot - Northern Exposure', aspiring New Yorker doctor Joel Fleischman (Rob Morrow) finds that the only place he can get a much-needed scholarship is Alaska, in the nowhere town of Cicely. 'Brains, Know-How and Native Intelligence' sees Joel asked to help Ed's medicine man uncle, who refuses to have the prostate operation which will save his life. In 'Soapy Anderson', Maggie and Joel are left 100 acres of land by hermit Soapy Anderson when he dies, in the hope that it will bring them together. Joel, however, only sees the opportunity to sell up and return to New York. 'Dreams, Schemes and Putting Greens' sees Joel attempting to help Maurice sell the Alaskan Riviera to two Japanese businessmen in the hope that he will be able to play golf at the resort they plan to build. In 'Russian Flu', Joel's long-awaited reunion with girlfriend Elaine is put on hold when Cicely falls prey to a flu epidemic. 'Sex, Lies and Ed's Tape' sees the pregnant Shelly distraught that her husband wants a divorce in order to wed her best friend, despite the fact that the father of her child is in fact a man called Holling who wasn't even aware she was marrried! In 'A Kodiak Moment', Maurice asks Chris to become his son when he realizes that he has no heir to the Minnifield empire. Finally, 'Aurora Borealis' finds Joel being educated by Ed in the legend of a bigfoot-like creature called Adam who is said to roam the Alaskan outerlands.
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46 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
beautifull comedy set in alaska, a new york freshman doctor gets stuck in alaska to be a doctor for four years to pay the medical grant back.
he gets sent to a 800 people village in the middle of nowhere
It is a beautifull comedy(but not a sitcom) , well acted well scripted and more importtanly with lots of charm without ever being gross, a class act.
the main atraction is the love/hate relationship of the doctor Rob Morrow with his landlady (janine Turner).
he represents the go getter newyorker with lots of ambitions and totally frustrated of him being conned to be in Cecily( alaska) for four years.
She on the other hand is a mixture of headstrongness and sarcasm but with a sweetside beneath (if he can find it that is)
the 2DVD are nearly six hours so it is also value for money.
All i can say is i remembered fondly this series when i was 15, i just saw it again at 31 and i am still charmed.
46 of 47 people found the following review helpful
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Format:DVD
The first exposure I had to this wonderful series was the last episode shown on this DVD. I happened on it when channel surfing - and it blew me away. Ten years or so later, and it still stands out as one of the best hours viewing I have ever had.
Northern Exposure has been a long time coming to DVD, and I wait impatiently for series two, when it really got into its stride.
There are very very few things that I recommend totally and completely - but this DVD is definately one of them. Buy it, settle into it and ENJOY
Northern Exposure has been a long time coming to DVD, and I wait impatiently for series two, when it really got into its stride.
There are very very few things that I recommend totally and completely - but this DVD is definately one of them. Buy it, settle into it and ENJOY
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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Format:VHS Tape
Finally ! Universal decides to release this ground breaking series on tape . It been a long time since Dr Joel , Chris , Maggie , Ed et al have been on Tv over here in the UK ,but the release of this superb (and relatively cheap !) boxed set more than makes up for it . The mix of wit and drama is just perfect . Rob Morrow and Janine Turner spark in the ultimate love/hate relationship as cynical Dr Joel and independant bush pilot Maggie . Along with a superb ensemble cast , native american Ed , super-capitalist astronought Maurice , Bar owner Holling and his girlfriend shelley , And the awesome double act of super smooth talking ex-con Chris in the morning and almost mute Marilyn Whirlwind , its a reminder of just how good Tv can be when its done right ! Oh yes and it even has Adam's first appearance in the last episode ... Roll on the series 2 boxed set !
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Sometimes old is good.
We were big fans of this series when it first came out in the nineties, and eagerly awaited each episode. Obviously it had to finish and we were disappointed but life goes on. Read more
Published 17 days ago by ian endersby
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Northern Exposure review
I remember watching this on tv while living in the states. I ordered season 1 and I liked it as much now as I did then. It is quirky, funny and enjoyable. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Elizabeth Ingram
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Northern Exposure - Season 1
I bought Season as a taster. I watched the series when it came out and wanted to be sure it was as good as I remembered. It did not fail to please. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Baggarley
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good service
this arrived within 2 days of ordering. great service. great price. nothing more to add really. would use them again
Published 3 months ago by sarah watson
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Top zany humour
Great series gets better and more bizarre as the series progress. Excellent of-the-wall story lines that always bring a smile to my face!
Published 4 months ago by Martyn Stahl
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Alaska remembered
After returning from a holiday to Alaska I just had to see this again. I know it is not filmed in Alaska but the characters and stories are amazing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by H. Bain
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Dear me
Watched this on the strength of the positive reviews, but wished I hadn't bothered. Stuck it through 4 episodes but it just got more and more corny. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Dawn
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great viewing
Loved the series and wasn't disappointed with the DVD's. If you love all things Alaska and liked the TV edition then this is for you.
Published 17 months ago by cren
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northern exposure review
This dvd is a classic, full of beautful scenes and great acting from all the cast.
the directing is also great with very original scripts that last even to now. Read more
the directing is also great with very original scripts that last even to now. Read more
Published 20 months ago by ian
2.0 out of 5 stars
Little substance
I bought this on the 'advice' of the majority of reviews. Oh dear! It was quite nice to look at but had little substance. Read more
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