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Four generations getting on fabulously under one roof. Brendan Coyle (Downton Abbey) and Lesley Sharp (Scott & Bailey) star as Terry and Jan Starling in this uplifting, funny and warm comedy-drama. With their three kids still living at home; Charlie the football-crazy tomboy, Gravy the work-shy reptile enthusiast and Bell the recently separated eldest daughter, the Starlings house is already full to bursting. But now Grandad has been evicted from the old people’s home and there’s a birthing pool in the living room, ready for a brand new arrival. To make matters worse, Bell’s ex-boyfriend Reuben is hanging around, desperate for a reconciliation, Grandad's long lost artist son Loz has turned up and now Jan’s nephew Fergie needs somewhere to stay after being dumped by his girlfriend. Matt King (Peep Show) and Steve Edge (Star Stories) write and star in this beautifully observed comedy-drama about a very modern British Family, bound by love and affection.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2.4 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), ANAMORPHIC WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: 2-DVD Set, Anamorphic Widescreen, Deleted Scenes, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, Teaser(s), SYNOPSIS: Four generations getting on fabulously under one roof. Brendan Coyle (Downton Abbey) and Lesley Sharp (Scott & Bailey) star as Terry and Jan Starling in this uplifting, funny and warm comedy-drama. With their three kids still living at home; Charlie the football-crazy tomboy, Gravy the work-shy reptile enthusiast and Bell the recently separated eldest daughter, the Starlings house is already full to bursting. But now Grandad has been evicted from the old people's home and there's a birthing pool in the living room, ready for a brand new arrival. To make matters worse, Bell's ex-boyfriend Reuben is hanging around, desperate for a reconciliation, Grandad's long lost artist son Loz has turned up and now Jan's nephew Fergie needs somewhere to stay after being dumped by his girlfriend. Matt King (Peep Show) and Steve Edge (Star Stories) write and star in this beautifully observed comedy-drama about a very modern British Family, bound by love and affection. ...Starlings - 2-DVD Set
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By debbrudy
Format:DVD
This is the most heartwarming, eyepleasing show to watch. Every character is believable and you forget you are watching actors and get absorbed into the story-lines. How anyone can not prefer this over reality TV is beyond me.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Becca
Format:DVD
I love this series. It's an easy, heartwarming watch about a large family. I love the whole togetherness of the whole family, and though sometimes the action drags a bit, it's the characters that are the most interesting. They're all well-rounded individuals, who function alone and as part of the family unit, and there's a nice edge of comedy juxtaposed against more darker (for want of a better word) themes. I'm really enjoying the series, Sky has produced some great shows this year. :)
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Starlings (Series 1) is an 8-episode (about 45 minutes each episode) modern day drama/comedy about a large family (The Starlings) whose members have been brought together due to various circumstances.
It is funny and entertaining, but it also has a serious dimention to it. All the characters are excellent actors, likeable and play their part to perfection.
It is a 'light' drama, in which all family members genuinely care and have affection for one another despite the differences in their ages and degree of maturity.In the first or second episode, we see ALL the family sitting at the dinning table and enjoying a meal and socialising together, a scene rarely observed in TV dramas these days.
The pace of each episode is fairly slow, giving the viewer enough time to get to know and identify with each character.
Starlings is highly watchable giving one the 'feel good' factor at the end of every episode. One thing that irritated me as I was watching it on TV ( Sky 1 )was the interuptions making way for the adverts/commercials, but owning the DVD will elliminate this problem.
I sincerely hope and look forward to Series 2. Excellent Drama/Comedy ! Highly recommended !
It is funny and entertaining, but it also has a serious dimention to it. All the characters are excellent actors, likeable and play their part to perfection.
It is a 'light' drama, in which all family members genuinely care and have affection for one another despite the differences in their ages and degree of maturity.In the first or second episode, we see ALL the family sitting at the dinning table and enjoying a meal and socialising together, a scene rarely observed in TV dramas these days.
The pace of each episode is fairly slow, giving the viewer enough time to get to know and identify with each character.
Starlings is highly watchable giving one the 'feel good' factor at the end of every episode. One thing that irritated me as I was watching it on TV ( Sky 1 )was the interuptions making way for the adverts/commercials, but owning the DVD will elliminate this problem.
I sincerely hope and look forward to Series 2. Excellent Drama/Comedy ! Highly recommended !
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Starlings D V D TV series,
I loved this dvd and can not wait for another series.Lesley SHARP AND Brenden Cole are so good.Its true to life.
Published 18 days ago by Mrs. Pauline M. Dunnill
3.0 out of 5 stars
Almost there but not quite...
I really wanted to love this show - it had a cast of really great actors - but it just lacked that little spark. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Victoria Connelly
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Starlings Series 1
Thoroughly enjoyed the whole 8 episodes. Bring on Series 2!Beautiful Derbyshire Scenery with a feel good happy family story line and humour.What a refreshing change.
Published 1 month ago by RP
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely wonderful
I want to be in this Family. Its so warm and wonderful.
The Series is funny, It is a must see!
The Series is funny, It is a must see!
Published 4 months ago by Angel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Starlings DVD
Loved the TV show, found it down to earth, funny, very relevant to family life today. One of the best series on TV, loved all the characters, I really hope they film some more.
Published 8 months ago by Sue
5.0 out of 5 stars
wont see anything like it anywhere on TV.
Warm, gentle, funny with slow development but that's what makes it stand out..
Many people thought it would be something good, new, interesting and having just watched... Read more
Many people thought it would be something good, new, interesting and having just watched... Read more
Published 9 months ago by xxjocker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun, pleasant, feel good drama
How could you not like this family? They are real, quirky, ordinary and actually care about each other. Read more
Published 10 months ago by 2burmese
5.0 out of 5 stars
Genuinely warm and funny
What a delight! The characters are interesting, and it is so refreshing to watch a program where people actually care about each other. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Amy B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely family comedy
My entire family has loved this gentle show about the Starling family, it's a nice contrast to the heavy, serious, screaming fare that's in fashion now. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Lisa_n
1.0 out of 5 stars
Complete drivel
Sorry. Couldn't get past the first 10 minutes. Starting off with a home birth doesn't do much for a purported comedy if you're watching right after dinner. Read more
Published 11 months ago by R. Rosenberg
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