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Spooks Series 1 [VHS] [2002]

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4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (56 customer reviews)

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Product details

  • Actors: Peter Firth, Hugh Simon, Rupert Penry-Jones, Nicola Walker, Miranda Raison
  • Writers: David Wolstencroft
  • Producers: Christopher Aird
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: E1 Entertainment
  • VHS Release Date: 16 Jun 2003
  • Run Time: 354 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (56 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000092WCD
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 3,968 in Video (See Bestsellers in Video)

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John Le Carre for the internet generation, Spooks is a smart combination of TV cop show and George Smiley-esque espionage shenanigans that pulls no punches in its depiction of an MI5 team fighting a covert war on the streets of London. This is adult, post-watershed drama clearly inspired by the hard-hitting reality style of US shows such as 24 and The Sopranos. The strong ensemble cast is led by charismatic Matthew MacFadyen as Tom Quinn, star spy of "Section B", the counter-terrorism branch headed by Harry Pearce (Peter Firth). Keeley Hawes, David Oyelowo and tough-cookie Jenny Agutter make up the team. And as with its British predecessors, Cracker and Prime Suspect, Spooks also delves fearlessly into the characters' turbulent personal lives, here given an added twist by their constant need to deceive even those they love.

The six episodes of the BAFTA Award-winning Series 1 tackle a variety of tough issues, including religious fanaticism, racism, governmental cover-ups and, naturally enough, the lingering shadow of Irish terrorism. Throughout, the show strikes a fine balance between a James Bondian techno-obsession with spy gadgets and more character-based action, with crisp writing and pacey direction that ratchets up the tension a notch further with every episode. The final cliffhanger is an unforgettable TV moment, and one that leaves viewers agog for Series 2.

On the DVD: Spooks, Series 1 is cleverly presented in a three-disc set with specially filmed "cut scenes" instead of a standard menu: interact with the mysterious office intruder to select the different options: interviews, behind-the-scenes documentaries, deleted scenes, character profiles, audio commentaries and more. It's a neat idea, though one that may outstay its welcome after repeated viewings; fortunately it's possible to skip the opening sequence using the chapter forward button and move directly to the main "desk menu". --Mark Walker

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Features all six episodes from series one.

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Like a British James Bond (hang on...), 11 Mar 2004
This review is from: Spooks : Complete BBC Series 1 [2002] [DVD] (DVD)
The first series of Spooks is a superior BBC drama (the second series unfortunately fell a little short, veering dangerously close to 'soap' at times) and this deluxe DVD edition has everything a fan could hope to have: the entire series (natch); the requisite 'background' and cast interviews; scripts; deleted scenes; and more.

The 'menu system' is a little peculiar (my father spent about 5 minutes watching it, wondering why the show was so boring!) but as Amazon says, you can skip over all the guff and get straight to the good stuff. And good stuff it is: excellent plots, top-notch acting (including one marvellously cast Hugh Laurie) and believable set-ups all contribute to a fine BBC series. Buy it!

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Addictive!, 28 Aug 2006
By Ms. T. A. Gilbert "Tracey G" (London) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Spooks : Complete BBC Series 1 [2002] [DVD] (DVD)
I started watching Spooks towards the end of series 2 and was instantly a fan! It was great to be able buy this set and start from the beginning, seeing how all of the characters build.

The photography and directing are great. The split screen approach allows you to get a view of the immediate history of two sets of characters in the moments before they collide... wonderful! It's also brave - the show makers are not scared of disaster hitting main characters and so retain suspence. The story lines are contraversial and there's no tip-toeing around topical politics.

I did make the mistake of putting the first DVD on late at night after an evening out and it took me a while to figure out how to get through the spy DVD set up and actually watch the first episode - but all part of the fun!

Buy it!!
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars best british thriller drama, 5 April 2006
This review is from: Spooks : Complete BBC Series 1 [2002] [DVD] (DVD)
Fantastic storylines innovative scripting & great casting all combine to make this series one of the classic thriller series of British tv - and its great to be in there from the start (which missed on the telly!) really clever story in part 2 horrible but completely compelling!
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1.0 out of 5 stars Very disappointed
I'm a big fan of spy drama but this fell woefully short of expectations. Are all the reviewers out there 13 years old? Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Why Didn't I Watch This From the Start???
Hubby & I became Spook fans when we watched Series 8 recently on tv. I had decided we were watching it because (the rather tasty) Richard Armitage was starring in it I am rather a... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Spooks series 1
I love everything about Spooks.The actors,acting and storylines. I loved them on tv and never missed an episode.It's great that I can watch them whenever I want.
Published 2 months ago by Sheila Shaw

1.0 out of 5 stars The most idiotic menu system ever
I want to watct the episodes, not spend 30 minutes trying to figure out the menu system. This has to be the most idiotic gimmickery I've ever seen on a DVD.
Published 2 months ago by Samuel Siren

5.0 out of 5 stars Spooks: Complete BBC Series 1 (2002) (DVD)
Purchased as a gift, but recipient delighted with this first DVD of Spooks and has requested the rest!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars definite overkill on secrecy with menu and titles
No problems with the show itself - though I usually prefer more of investigation process rather than running around talking into wrist units. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Akela

5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping
Great - whether your'e a Spook's fan or not. Then save up for series 2 etc
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5.0 out of 5 stars Harry's Game!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Spooks Complete BBC Series
Item seemed fine on receipt but as it was a gift cannot tell you anymore although recipient was pleased with it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best shows I've ever seen.
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