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The Famous Five - Five on a Treasure Island [DVD][1995]

Jemima Rooper (Actor), Marco Williamson (Actor), Michael Kerrigan (Director) | Rated: Universal, suitable for all | Format: DVD
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Jemima Rooper, Marco Williamson, Paul Child, Laura Petela, Connal
  • Directors: Michael Kerrigan
  • Format: PAL, Full Screen, Digital Sound, Dolby, Colour
  • Language: English
  • 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: 1
  • Classification: U
  • Studio: 4 Front Video
  • DVD Release Date: 12 July 2004
  • Run Time: 52 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0002ISFU2
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 59,399 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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A brand new version of the classic Enid Blyton stories first shown on ITV. In this two part adventure the Famous Five (Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the Dog) meet and discover a shipwreck with a hidden secret. In a secret compartment in a wooden box they find a treasure map which may be able to stop Uncle Quentin from selling Kirrin Island to a couple of rogues.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4.7 out of 5 stars
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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent FF adventure - but wheres the rest of the series? 20 May 2005
By Keith Joseph HALL OF FAME TOP 50 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This was the first famous five book - and is the first adventure from the 1950's period TV series first screened in 1996 (around the 100th anniversary of Enid Blyton's birth). It contrasts well with the earlier 'modern' 1978 TV series many parents will remember. The 50's recreated sets and style are quite lavish for a kids production and all the Famous Five characters are present and correct - this episode is set around 1953. All the acting is to a high standard, and the children (and dog) all make likeable leads.

All the episodes in this TV series are very true to the original books - although theres no 'ginger beer and macaroons' for some reason. So like the EB books there is little slushy sentiment - the kids just get on with it in a 'quick after him' fashion, and the 50's setting allows them to roam around freely without being run over. The plot here follows E. Blyton's familiar and succesful formula: adults up to no good are being spied on by a bunch of clever kids, who solve the mystery of what is going on and call the police just in time to stop any unpleasantness or the crime paying.

My kids (boy 8 and girl 10) loved this TV series, particularly my daughter (we have all the episodes on VHS as well as this DVD). The picture quality of this DVD is noticeably better and far more stable than VHS - the video versions always seem to have occassional 'jumps' (miss-track) even though they have good picture quality. It's a real shame no other episodes other than this one seem to be available on DVD. Hopefully a boxed set of all 26 episodes (series 1 and 2) will appear on DVD sometime.

This 'episode' is about 60 minutes long - it was a two parter, so although it's not fantastic value, it is well worth a fiver or so.... Read more ›
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars OFFICIAL ENGLISH RELEASE IN THE UK IN APRIL 2012!!!!! 22 Jan 2012
By M. A. Craig
Format:DVD
This page shows the German release from 2010. As stated in reviews above, contrary to what the description says at the top of the page, when you select the English dubbed version, these play with German subtitles burned into the picture which you CANNOT turn off.

That's the bad news. Now for the good news......

According to the official Enid Blyton Society website, the same company who has digitally remastered the 1970s series for the German release will be FINALLY releasing it in the UK around April 2012. This version will NOT have the German subtitles present, so - for the first time ever in the UK - the series will at last be seen in all its glory.

Find out more at [....]
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars five have a massive adventure 2 Mar 2006
By D.A.C
Format:DVD
I was 12 when this was shown on t.v back in 1996.I was desperate to see it and my heart was pounding like a drum when the thing started.I had read all the books when i was 10 and had kept re-reading them over and over again.so the t.v series was a dream come true.The story is the first out of 21 Famous Five stories by Enid Blyton writen from 1942 - 1963 and it sticks very closely to the original book.Although it does all seem a bit fast paced as did the rest of the episodes that were made.But it is fun to watch and is a great tribute to the Famous Five stories.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely brilliant!! 17 Feb 2001
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
This video is fantastic, actually I think these episodes are better than the books! Filmed in the 1990's and set in the 1950's, the characters settings and dialogue are all true to the time the books were written. If you love horses you'll love 'Five go to Mystery Moor' where the Five discover counterfeit money that drops out of the sky! 'Five Run Away Together' is set at Kirrin Cottage and Kirrin Island, and in my opinion is one of the funniest episodes of the series.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Famous Five. True to the way we remember them! 19 May 2003
By Eugenie Wroblewski
Format:VHS Tape
We all really enjoy watching these delightfully produced series of the Famous Five. I was raised on the stories of the adventures of the five children who always seem to stumble into some exciting mishap or other. These particular films are so true to the times that they represent, even down to the "snake" belt buckle of the boys trouser belts. Everything is just as I remember it all. How nice to be able to step back and re-live all the excitement all over again, and how wonderful to be able to share these stories with my children and grandchildren.

The fact that the producers have kept these stories in the fifties, as they were originally written, keeps the stories as innocent and pure as Enid Blyton strove to make them. What a blessing for our children in a time when sex and violence and keeping up with the latest fashions seems to be the order of the day. Keep it up! You've got our vote!

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great and lovely series 3 July 2001
By "lgfb"
Format:VHS Tape
This serie has a very carefully selected cast, and is set to the original time and the original locations. The screenplay was adapted for a proper serie for children without prejudice and exaggerated effects - just great!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful adaptation of the books and a must see for fans. 19 Jan 2001
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
This video brings to life the characters and adventures of the Famous Five books and is essential viewing for fans of ALL ages. It is set in the 1950's, is colourful and has magnificent scenery throughout, and a great soundtrack. My only wish is that the episodes ran for longer - this series is one of quality.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Watch 2 May 2004
By A. Chuter
Format:VHS Tape|Amazon Verified Purchase
Five Get Into a Fix is wonderfully acted by the four children and suitably sinister. There is nothing really disturbing in it but there is suspense and excitement. Mrs. Thomas is sensitively portrayed and the whole thing is faithful to the book.

Five Go Off in a Caravan is a little less faithful to the book - possibly due in part to the cast on Julian's leg! Presumably the actor broke his leg during filming? However, it is well dealt with and does not really detract from the storyline. Nobby is well played and Lou and Tiger Dan are suitably nasty characters. This is amusing, exciting, with one or two slight tear-jerking moments.

All in all, the video is definitely worth buying if you are a Famous Five fan.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars nice
This is a great item and I would most certainly recommend it to others.
It is worth every penny paid for it.
Published 3 months ago by ian
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed
Period piece, but already feels terribly dated, not helped by poor scripting and acting; also too rushed to fit into time slot (2x25 mins) and lacking in any thrills
Published 12 months ago by Andy
3.0 out of 5 stars The Famous Five Enid Blyton
Iwas dissapointed that it was in German and not English but I enjoyed them all.,it is better when you have the books to go with it, which I do.
Published 17 months ago by Kath Morris
4.0 out of 5 stars Shame about subtitles
Excellent series in every way. The only shame is that you have to choose between Dutch, Finish, Swedish and Danish (I think) subtitles and I have not found out how to switch them... Read more
Published on 2 July 2008 by A. Connors
4.0 out of 5 stars The Famous Five are off!
This is the heart-warming story brought to life. The first in Enid Blyton's tales of The Famous Five. A great storyline except I think Dick was teased to much by Juilen. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 2007 by LGG
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant adaptation!
In five run away together we have the fantastic Anita Dobsen guesting she is so comic!

then in five go to mystery moor the horse themed trip is fab with the action... Read more
Published on 30 May 2007 by nick tv
5.0 out of 5 stars Disguised as Dutch
This series is great - there are 26 episodes and the hardest to obtain is "Five on a Secret Trail". I own the set on video however I also own the Dutch import that a previous... Read more
Published on 27 Mar 2007 by Famous Five Collector
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant series + Reply to other review
This series is superb, still amazed they only managed 12 episodes.

Anywho... You can buy a dutch import from ebay that has English audios. I have it... Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2006 by Mr. T. Evans
5.0 out of 5 stars lack of information
I have rated this item 5 stars which I am sure it would be if we could have understoood it. My children couldn't wait to get this DVD and imagine their disappointment when it was... Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2006 by Jayne Graham
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