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Pulling few punches and garnering its fair share of headlines as a result, The Tudors is a controversial, yet compelling period piece, that dramatically tells the story of the early years of King Henry VIII. Not for nothing though has it attracted its fair share of awards attention.
For The Tudors is a complex drama, and not one to simplify its storylines. The young Henry, for instance, is exploring his muddled romances and his insecurities, against the challenges his kingdom is facing. It’s a plateful for him to deal with, and in the hands of a superb performance from Jonathan Rhys Meyers--a real revelation in the role--as the young Henry, it’s all vividly and skillfully knitted together.
But The Tudors isn’t just about its central character, for there’s a terrific supporting cast at work too. Sam Neill’s Cardinal Wolsey, Jeremy Northam’s Thomas More and Natalie Dormer’s Ann Boleyn are just some who earn plaudits here. Behind the camera there’s the pen of Elizabeth writer Michael Hirst at work, and he too deserves much credit, clearly getting his teeth into the fascinating subject matter.
The Tudors is, undoubtedly, a graphic production, and earns its 15 certificate comfortably. It’s also been knocked for the liberties it takes with its history when putting its story across, with some justification. But it’s also most certainly terrific television, mixing in high production values with strong performances. In short, the ten episodes here will simply have you thirsting for the next series. Not before you’ve rewatched season one a few times, though... --Jon Foster
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Actors: Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Sam Neill, Natalie Dormer, Gabrielle Anwar
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
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48 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Yes, its true, there are numerous historical innacuracies, but truly, do these really matter and affect the viewing pleasure? No! Not for a second. This is entertainment, pure and simple. Yes, a lot of it is fiction but its still fantastic viewing - the sets, the costumes, the casting - which are all fantastic. I read many reviews on this DVD and some nearly persuaded me not to buy it as I hadn't seen any of the BBC2 episodes. Now, I can't wait for the next series - its addictive. Poppycock to all those purists who just can't see good dramatic TV fiction for what it is. I say, sit back and enjoy!
48 of 56 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I won't go into specific plotlines since that could take all day. However, if you realize while watching it that they have taken a bit creative license with some of the facts, then you will enjoy it much better. The acting is SUPERB. I really wasn't sure about the casting of Rhys Meyers, a very average Irish actor I have only seen in "Bend it Like Beckham". But he quickly won me over. He truly commands the screen, is petulant when it calls for it and really makes you beleive he is Henry. The actress who plays Queen Katherine is also brilliant. The sets and costumes are lush and beautiful. You almost feel like you were transported back 500 years ago! The storyline moves along very quickly and at the end of the season, really left me wanting more - I was completely hooked and cannot wait till 08 to see season 2. There are however, factual errors in the script that I won't detail here - if you didn't notice them while watching, then I won't disappoint you by pointing them out now. If you enjoy period movies and television, then you will ADORE the Tudors.
19 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
As a history student people assume I will be constantly annoyed by the historical inaccuracies that feature relatively frequently throughout this series but I honestly couldn't care less! The casting has been well done (I doubted Jonathon Rhys-Meyers at first but he becomes an excellent Henry VIII in my opinion) and the seductive and dramatic plot had me hooked from the first episode.
Can't wait for Season 2!
Can't wait for Season 2!
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The Tudors - but not exactly as they were
It is an exceptionally lavish series with a great list of actors and, with such a story on which to base itself - larger than life, twice as exciting and quite unpredictable at... Read more
Published 9 months ago by RR Waller
Fabulous!
Having only watched the final series on television, I was hooked and wanted to see the previous series. With series one I was not disappointed. Read more
Published 11 months ago by kjcbeetle
Amazing!
I read some bad reviews about this but I totally am hooked on it! I have bought first 3 series now and trying to find enought time to go through them all as I can't even watch... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Maria
Some Parts Missing
I just looked at the complete series 1 again and noticed that, for example, the storyline of Princess Margaret travelling to Portugal, getting to know Charles Brandon, the marriage... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Maria-elisabeth Scholtes
not as inaccurate as critics say it is
There are many inaccuracies mostly with appearences and small details. But this is the most detailed portrait of any historical character ever to be on tv. Read more
Published 14 months ago by E. M. W. Merrett
Mistakes?
I have just read all 72 comments on The Tudors. Many of which mention the historical mistakes, with several of you giving your opinion of what is correct. Read more
Published 14 months ago by gadgetman
Oh Dear
I love history, particularly medieval history and believed the hype of The Tudors. So I went and bout the 1-3 boxed set, what a disaster. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Surveyor
Tudors
can highly recommend I never enjoyed history so much. Jonathan Rhys Meyers plays a fantastic role as Henry V111. the costumes are amazing. Read more
Published 14 months ago by marieh
A real pleasure........
I loved each and every one........wonderful costumes,would have loved wearing therm myself..... and Henry..(Jonathan)...wow what more can I say!! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Country classic
The Tudors: complete series DVD
The product provides useful (and highly colourful) background material for A-level history courses, though the factual content probably shouldn't be taken as gospel. Read more
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