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Sapphire and Steel: The Complete Series (Repackaged) [2008] [DVD]

Joanna Lumley , David McCallum    Parental Guidance   DVD
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
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Product details

  • Actors: Joanna Lumley, David McCallum, Steven O'Shea, Tamasin Bridge
  • Format: Box set, PAL
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 4:3 - 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 6
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Network
  • DVD Release Date: 26 May 2008
  • Run Time: 850 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B001BHTN6S
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,703 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Product Description

Box set featuring all six adventures from the 1980s ATV sci-fi series starring Joanna Lumley and David McCallum as Sapphire and Steel, the mysterious agents charged with protecting the Universe from the malevolent forces of Time with their uncanny powers.


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149 of 151 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Truly unique 25 Feb 2009
Format:DVD
Sapphire & Steel was one of the most genuinely original, not to mention thought-provoking, atmospheric and unsettling, series ever broadcast. All but forgotten now, except by those who saw it when it was on air, it really is ripe for rediscovery. Very slow moving and extremely minimalistic by today's standards, this is actually one of it's greatest strengths as it allows a superbly foreboding atmosphere to build up and the fact that nearly all the episodes were filmed in the studio with sparse sets and a very small cast, helps to add to the claustrophobic and spooky feel. The characters of Sapphire and Steel are wonderfully mysterious and enigmatic characters, it's never really explained who or what they are or where they come from they just turn up at the start of each adventure and the occasional oblique references to 'other elements' just makes them all the more tantalising. Joanna Lumley and David McCallum are superb in their roles and have an extraordinary chemistry together. The stories themselves are all highly imaginative and thought-provoking, dealing with such concepts as time being a physical force that can break into the present and cause havoc, a malevolent 'darkness' that feeds on the emotions of dead WW1 soldiers, a couple from the future living in the present in at time bubble as an experiment but being terrorised by the force that keeps them there, a faceless shape that exists in every photograph ever taken.....that's just a small example of the sheer strangeness and imagination on display in this wonderful series. The series has a reputation for being scary, and it certainly lives up to it - it's the only series I've ever seen that actually manages to induce that childhood feeling of being scared of the dark and the feeling that there are strange 'things' lurking just out of sight in the shadows. The direction is simply stunning - lots of shots of dark empty corridors and shadowed rooms. The sets, while minimal, are still very effective - the old house in the first story being particularly convincing, the music is often spine-chilling (especially in the second story, which I also think is the masterpiece of the series) and the special effects, while quite simple still hold up pretty well today. Overall, I can't praise this series enough - it is a totally unique, still feels incredibly fresh and original today, and still manages to be frightening after all these years. Worth every penny.
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77 of 80 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars You have been assigned! 6 Feb 2009
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I barely remember Sapphire and Steel on TV. I was only 6 when it endedon ITV. I still have great memories of being scared by the faceless man!

This DVD has the complete and unedited episodes and includes the original "End of Part One/Part Two" captions. The picture is very clear although the sound is still in mono.

There are two commentaries from the creator/writer and producer, a nice booklet to read about the shows history and a 25 minute documentary that interviews Lumley, McCallum and the producers about why it was successful and who they think Sapphie and Steel really were.

This show maybe slow for today's audience but the fact its tightly written and each assignment set in an isolated place (Train Station, Garage cafe, house) makes it more effective and spooky. My personal favourite will always be Assignment 4 with the Faceless man and the photos.

Then of course theres the end. Shame we never had a resolution to the cliffhanger at the end of Assignment 6 but great shows always go out with a great ending.

Buy this NOW!
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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Original and Creepy 22 Jan 2010
By Ramus
Format:DVD
I saw this series on TV when I was a little lad back in the 70s/early 80s. I remembered scant details, but never forgot the chilling atmosphere that pervaded each episode. Watching all the assignments again I can understand why. It is always atmospheric, often creepy, and sometimes disturbing. My wife was frequently covering her eyes.
While the special effects are poor by today's standards, the sets, dialogue, story lines and acting are all superb. It's a fine example of how special effects really don't matter that much.
This is worthy of five stars. If I could give 6, I would give them!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic.
Bought this classic sifi series for my little brother who didn't have the pleasure of watching it when it was on tv.
If you like sifi and haven't seen this before, buy it now.
Published 12 days ago by Karen Sheedy
5.0 out of 5 stars Brought back memories
This is a classic tv series, I remember watching it from the original dates they were shown in the uk.
Published 1 month ago by Neil Rickard
5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended!
Saw this program on ITV as a child. Was over the moon to see it available as a box set. Storylines are excellent with a few outstanding ones (Assignment 2, 4 & 6). Read more
Published 3 months ago by Finlux
3.0 out of 5 stars Conned?
First of all this is not a criticism of Network DVD as I've admired much of their catalogue for years. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Elric
3.0 out of 5 stars present
The discs didn't play properly but it was good to watch the series it was a pity it didn't last longerf
Published 4 months ago by cherylej
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
I was only a kid when this was on TV, & it was great then. You know how it is, when you grow up, things aren't quite as good as you remember. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Stuart Welbourn
5.0 out of 5 stars Far to Marvellous!
In't it mavaluss! That we ave sooo many people who can't watch it because 'special efx are sooo lame? Compared to what's available today! Read more
Published 4 months ago by Susan
5.0 out of 5 stars Suspense - - - - - - in abundance.
When your special effects consist of a skill full fisherman and his rod, a lighting guy with torch, and sound effects produced by someone with a tray of gravel and other such... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr. Andrew S. Jobber
5.0 out of 5 stars A diamond among the dross.
While I admit that this was something of a nostalgia trip, the actual series was even more thought provoking that I remembered. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Orlix
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have!
I remember this TV series from many years ago and the DVD didn`t disappoint. Yes the scenery wobbles,the camera work looks amateur and the acting is a bit stiff but... Read more
Published 8 months ago by bully
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