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39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Anyone watching the pale shadow that The Bill has become would do well to buy this and understand why many people like myself watched the show for twenty-five years only to have to give up on it. The scripts, direction and performances are hard hitting and not muzzled by political correctness. The emphasis is on the policing but with just enough personal stories for the viewer to invest in the characters. The series get better as they go along and there are many faces that will bring a pang of nostalgia. If you are a fan of The Bill as it should be you really must get this. If you are a fan of The Bill as it is now, buy this straight away and see what you are missing out on.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
I was only three when the Bill's pilot episode, originally titled Woodentop aired in 1983. These particular episodes are from Series' 1-3, spanning from 1983 (for the pilot) 1984 for series 1 proper, until 1987. There are no subtitles unfortunately, and no extras, but the episodes in themselves are compulsivce viewing.
For anyone who doesn't know - The Bill is set in the fictional East End nick of Sun Hill. Here, we are introduced to PC Jim Carver, young and idealistic, Sgt Bob Cryer, a by the book, tough police officer, but who offers support and guidance when it is needed most. We also get introduced to PC June Ackland (along with Jim one of the Bill's longest serving characters) the memorable DS Burnside and the perpetually angry DI Galloway.
The episodes themselves might look dated - as one can only expect they would - but they are hard hitting, gritty and don't pull any punches, so expect swearing, violence and even nudity. Some have cited the shaky camera work, but I personally love it. It gives the Bill almost a fly on the wall feel, adding to the realisim and grittiness that made the drama so popular for many years to come. With memorable, always watchable characters and fantastic writing, watching one episode isn't enough, and its easy to loose hours at a time as you attempt to work your way through each of the boxsets.
So, whether its for nostalgic reasons, or if you want to see The Bill at its best, grab these boxsets and quite simply - enjoy!
For anyone who doesn't know - The Bill is set in the fictional East End nick of Sun Hill. Here, we are introduced to PC Jim Carver, young and idealistic, Sgt Bob Cryer, a by the book, tough police officer, but who offers support and guidance when it is needed most. We also get introduced to PC June Ackland (along with Jim one of the Bill's longest serving characters) the memorable DS Burnside and the perpetually angry DI Galloway.
The episodes themselves might look dated - as one can only expect they would - but they are hard hitting, gritty and don't pull any punches, so expect swearing, violence and even nudity. Some have cited the shaky camera work, but I personally love it. It gives the Bill almost a fly on the wall feel, adding to the realisim and grittiness that made the drama so popular for many years to come. With memorable, always watchable characters and fantastic writing, watching one episode isn't enough, and its easy to loose hours at a time as you attempt to work your way through each of the boxsets.
So, whether its for nostalgic reasons, or if you want to see The Bill at its best, grab these boxsets and quite simply - enjoy!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
I am an American and get few glimpses into English pop TV. The Bill, like Eastenders, is one of those glimpses. There are a myriad of details of English life that I enjoy seeing in the The Bill that I would never know about any other way. I enjoy The Bill not only as this glance across the Pond but also as just good entertainment.
I wish more seasons were available but from what I have read online these three seasons are probably the best of the lot anyway.
By all means buy this collection. It is the Golden Era of The Bill.
I wish more seasons were available but from what I have read online these three seasons are probably the best of the lot anyway.
By all means buy this collection. It is the Golden Era of The Bill.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
the bill
exactly what I wanted - great set so if you are a big fan of the Bill its a must have
Published 2 months ago by neil 'red' rob
The Bill
Proper old school Bill series 1-3
entertaining episodes for Bill fans - good content - nice to watch the original
cast again - good value for money
entertaining episodes for Bill fans - good content - nice to watch the original
cast again - good value for money
Published 9 months ago by mk
Great Value
I didn't order these from here, my mum and sister gave the box-set to me for my birthday.
Being just 18 years old, these episodes were aired before I was born and I only... Read more
Being just 18 years old, these episodes were aired before I was born and I only... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Ms. C. V. Murphy
The best start ever
Although the Bill first begain before i was born, having just recieved the first 3 series in the post last week you can see how the programe has changed over its 25 year history. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Rob Kernan
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