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Some comedies secure cult status after just one episode. The first series of Phoenix Nights, created by and starring Bolton-born comic Peter Kay, is one of those rare gems that few saw on first showing but that everyone was soon talking about. Wheelchair-bound Brian Potter (Kay) runs the Phoenix, a shabby social club populated by an assortment of wonderfully observed characters. It's grim up North and despite the best efforts of the staff to inject life into the proceedings--be it an alternative comedy night, a version of Robot Wars in Potter's beloved Pennine Suite or a Wild West extravaganza--each evening's entertainment always ends badly. Undaunted, the Phoenix denizens continue to strive for their dream: a world in which "clubland never dies".
Even though Kay is the focus of the show (having also directed and penned the series), this is no star vehicle; the hapless security guards, the club entertainer Jerry, and Ray Von the dodgy DJ all combine in an ensemble comedy the like of which hasn't been seen since Fawlty Towers. You have to watch it a couple of times just to catch all the visual gags, let alone pick up on all the nuances of the brilliantly written script. If you missed it first time round, now's your chance to own one of the best British sit-coms of recent years.
On the DVD: Phoenix Nights on disc comes with a plethora of extras to enjoy. "One Man and His Horse" is behind the scenes footage of Trigger and his handler (who is almost as entertaining as his charge); there are some great deleted scenes, trailers for the first series and an episode-by-episode sequence of outtakes where the cast hilarity is definitely contagious. A commentary from Kay and some of the team consists more of reminiscence than information, but is well worth a listen. --Kristen Bowditch
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
It's brilliant, this!
I'm a big fan of Peter Kay and already own the video of the stand-up concert he did at Blackpool Tower, so I was really looking forward to this. I wasn't disappointed.
I watched this on Channel 4 last year (twice, thanks to the marvel that is the modern video recorder!), and couldn't stop laughing. I've just watched it again the second time around and laughed just as much.
As well as being part of a continuing storyline, each episode stands alone as a comedic masterpiece. Great characters like Brian Potter, Max and Paddy the bouncers (what've you done to your 'air? Is it a wig?), Jerry St Clair and others, together with excellent scripts make this a series not to be missed.
If you've already seen the series on Channel 4, you've probably already got this video on your shopping list. If not, buy it anyway. You won't regret it.
34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The fact that I've been motivated to contribute a review about the Phoenix Nights DVD says it all...Without a doubt, the funniest, most original comedy I've seen in years. Phoenix Nights turns over more material in the opening pre-titles sequence than most shows offer in 30 minutes. Each episode is a mini-classic: the opening show with TVs own Roy Walker having to pay 30p to get in ("And don't forget the raffle!"), Keith Lard's photo showing "a look of satisfaction rarely seen on an Airedale", Clinton Baptiste's psychic show ("Hands up, who can't have children?") and of course, Brian Potter's attempts at seduction ("You haven't seen me jukebox yet - have you got any change? It's 5 for £1"). Watch out for the (many) visual gags in the backgound - you'll spot a new one each time you watch it. I've watched the DVD end to end dozens of times, and it still make me laugh out loud. Excellent DVD special features include a great commentary by Peter Kay, Dave Spikey, Neil Fitzmaurice and Patrick "Paddy" McGuiness. If you haven't got a DVD player yet, here's your motivation!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is compulsive viewing for anyone who likes a laugh. Enough catch phrases and subtle in-jokes for it to be a classic. I can still watch it all the way through without any fear of reaching for the skip button. Absolute genius and it's even funnier if you turn the commentary on to hear Peter's high pitched, girly laugh!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A gem......
Peter Kay and the gang just make me laugh so much. Still with it till the end - and then watch the outtakes........ Hilarious!
Published 15 days ago by moi
Spot on
Great DVD in ex cond as stated perfect cheap xmas prezzie. Arrived well in time to send on to friends
Published 5 months ago by BRIAN2860
Goodly
Very good and arrived. In addition didn't take long till it arrived. I have watched it once and found it hilarious!
Published 7 months ago by Weasterby
it'll ding dang doo for me
Sheer genius, phoenix nights 1 and 2 and max and paddy are the best comedy series you will ever see, maybe even over only fools and horses.
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Published 9 months ago by blondie08
Good stuff
Prompt delivery - and all the DVD needed was a quick clean and it is perfect.
Published 21 months ago by S. GREENWOOD
Peter Kay
This series was one which i used to wait to see with baited breath every week - fabulous comedy writing and characters that completely compliment one another - absolute must to... Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2009 by Ms. T. C. Brown
BALDY BOUNCER!
phoenix nights is a show that is hard not to like,six episodes of easy to watch,constantly entertained comedy,not overly explicit,likeable characters even brian potter,who is meant... Read more
Published on 23 Aug 2007 by sean paul mccann
Chorley FM, coming in your ears!
Peter Kay has certainly come a long way since his regular nostalgia spot on cult hangover-cure The Sunday Show. Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2004 by amboline
Growing on me
Phoenix Nights for me was one of those slow release comedy shows. One that you kind of like at first, and then as time goes by, you gradually like more and more until you realise... Read more
Published on 23 July 2004 by D J. Griffiths
What can you say!
The funniest show I have seen for years (and one of the few to make me laugh really hard out loud!)I have the series 1 and 2 DVD and have watched them over and over and still laugh... Read more
Published on 25 May 2004 by Joe Fitz
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