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Seven series they made of the classic British situation comedy, On The Buses. And that means this collected boxset of the television adventures of Blakey, Butler and co runs to in excess of a staggering 1900 minutes. That’s a lot of buses, a lot of entertainment and a very healthy dose of laughs.
Most of the laughs, of course, are generated by the eclectic collection of characters. Top of the bill, and as endearingly funny as he always was, is the harassed Inspector Blake, aka Blakey, whose run-ins with bus driver Butler and his partner in mischief Jack form the magic triangle on which much of the show’s success led. But spare a though too for the equally endearing side characters, none more so that Stan’s long-suffering sister, Olive.
Now granted, across the many, many hours you get in this collection of On The Buses, there are a fair selection of duff episodes, and it’s unlikely to be the kind of programme you’d ever try to get through in one or two sittings. But there’s a real, definite charm, regular chuckles and plenty of underrated writing bubbling beneath the surface here, and the end product is hard to resist. Perhaps wisely, the three, lesser, big screen adventures were left out of this set, but completists can pick them up perfectly easily in a boxset of their own.
Yet this particular On The Buses box is all about the programmes themselves, and there’s plenty contained within both in numerical and qualitative measures. Even for the most casual fan of the show, or those with a healthy interest in classic British sitcoms, it’s a terrific buy. --Jon Foster
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Collection of all seven series of the successful 70's sitcom. On The Buses follows the fortunes of jack-the lad London bus drivers Jack Harper (Bob Grant) Stan Butler (Reg Varney) and their nemesis, Inspector 'Blakey' Blake (Stephen Lewis). Jack and Stan are a couple of likely lads who enjoy doing what most young lads do - watching girls and getting into scrapes. However, their lot is complicated by the fact that Stan lives at home with his mum and frumpy sister Olive (Anna Karen) who plague his every turn. Furthermore, Blakey - with his catchphrase 'ooh I 'ate you, Butler' - is forever at their shoulder ready to scotch any designs they may have on anything but driving buses.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By scifiry
Format:DVD
I grew up on the exploits of the On The Buses characters,but on revisiting the scripts and shows 40 years later,it shows what an incredible stroke of luck was involved to create such a piece of pure entertainment.For a start,the initial premise involves an ordinary cockney bus-driver,who despairs of his disfunctional family,his dogs life at work,and his never-ending persuit of women and love.Not much on paper,but,the scripts are surprisingly fresh and relevant.A show ahead of its time,in many ways.It can appeal across the board.My own young children love the show.A lot of the credit must also go to the actors.Special mention must go to the following;Stephen Lewis(Blakey),who is awesome as the exasperated inspector.I just love the way he says "Butler".Just a name or word,but he's SO funny!Bob Grant,as Jack,the randy conductor.I can't beleive he could 'pull' any woman,but he's great nonetheless.Finally.special accolades must go to Michael Robbins,as Arthur,Stans brother in law.He's nothing short of magnificent,giving,in my opinion,THE most comically amazing performance in ANY show/film/whatever EVER!Just a look,grimace,or abarked line is enough to reduce me(and my family to stitches!)Perfect scripts,perfect cast,perfect fun!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By D. V. Harris
Format:DVD
I bought this because I love some of the older series from TV and I was not disappointed. I found it just as enjoyable and funny as the first time I saw it. I would recommend that if you haven't seen it, watch it. Sadly most of the main actors in the series have passed away now leaving only Anna Karen (Olive) and Stephen Lewis (The Inspector Blakey) left. However the show is a fitting tribute to them all. My wife and I watched the whole series from beginning to end and laughed loudly as we did. The extras are also brilliant. I can only hope that sometime in the future that they will release the 13 episodes of the spin off series starring Steven Lewis called Don't Drink The Water. The first episode is included as an extra along with Reg Varney's play The Best Legs In The Business. I have given this a five star rating as it deserves it for the hours of enjoyment it has brought.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By Asian Beauty
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was glad I got every episode of On the Buses, it took me back in time and I was not disappointed, I enjoyed it immensely. I didnt even realise that On the Buses made so many episodes, I never ever knew when it was finished and then I saw the last episode, it was compulsive viewing but only if you were a fan. It was also great value for money right now as I got a good deal buying it and also was able to get free postage yes it was a good all rounder for me.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Legendary late 60's/early 70's sitcom
Yeh, I grew up with OTB too (Sunday evenings wasn't it?) Great memories - refreshingly unpretentious, un-PC et al. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Alan James "Maebuschfan"
5.0 out of 5 stars
On the Buses
Good old classic British comedy that stands the test of time. It still gives me a good laugh each time I watch it.
Published 11 days ago by Alun J
5.0 out of 5 stars
Double-Decker-Tastic
My friend wanted a copy of this so I ordered on line for him. It arrived in super-fast time. He loved it, the humour of the time plus if you happen to like the buses I guess you... Read more
Published 25 days ago by P. Yates
5.0 out of 5 stars
great
Classic old comedy films boughts as gifts! Good old fashioned comedy and good quality recording. geeat if you like old comedy!
Published 1 month ago by Polly
5.0 out of 5 stars
this english comedy is still one of the best
i love the english comedy there is nothing better, not then and not now, still makes me laugh, its a pity it couldnt go on for ever.
Published 1 month ago by peter rouhard
5.0 out of 5 stars
brilliant
good old fashioned british slaptick humour, bit corny but that was how i remembered it, sadenned to find out actor who played jack committed suicied.
Published 2 months ago by mick haney
5.0 out of 5 stars
classic 70s
I'm in my 30,s so wasn't around when this aired. I remember an episode from my youth so decided to flatter my intrigue and bought the box set. Read more
Published 2 months ago by elliot matthews
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic
Boy did this bring back those memorys sitting with my parents back in the early 70s and splitting my sides with laughter they don't mask comedies like this any more.
Published 2 months ago by Mette Bogelund Bott
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love this Butler
I have got all the on the buses films and now the series which is good to buy complete as this saving money.
Published 3 months ago by MICHELLE ALEXANDRA BROWN
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
dvd,s are good quality bring back a childhood memorys hours of fun to have good vaule for money was posted before time sent on e mail items packaged very well would recommened
Published 3 months ago by leon nolan
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