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To the initiated there is no need for an explanation, but for those yet to catch the Living TV flagship series here's a brief intro to Most Haunted. Basically they are the admin side of the Ghostbusters: a team consisting of former Blue Peter presenter Yvette Fielding, historian Richard Felix, paranormal researcher Phil Whyman and, of course, ex-Liverpool footballer-turned-spiritualist medium, Derek Acorah. Together with a film crew they investigate paranormal events at haunted locations in the dead of night, looking for ghostly evidence such as moving furniture, unexplained light anomalies called orbs (the first sign of spirit manifestation) and titbits of information from Derek's spiritual guide Sam.
The Very Best of Most Haunted is a mixed bag. It shows brief excerpts from the first series, but taken out of context the snippets look like a bunch of grown-ups running around in the dark scaring each other. However, the hour-long special from Levens Hall is what it's all about: a thorough investigation brimming with activity caught on camera (especially the haunted bedroom). The running order of the DVD is best bits first then the special from Levens Hall, but if you've never seen Most Haunted before, try watching it the other way round and the excerpts at the beginning will make a lot more sense.
On the DVD: The Very Best of Most Haunted also offers deleted scenes from the first series, with Derek stumbling to get information from spirit guide Sam; interesting stuff, especially as the broadcast episodes were cut to a mere 30 minutes each. --David Trueman
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Contains the best episodes from series one and a one hour special from Levens Hall. The team of presenters attempt to discover, by using up to date equipment and experiments, whether ghosts actually exist. They investigate 12 of Britain's most renowned haunted properties.
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Never having had the pleasure of watching the satellite TV show "Most haunted" I had no preconceptions (other than those given in the official Amazon review which prompted me to buy)when this DVD dropped through my letterbox - however, I can say that after watching it through twice in less than 24 hrs this really is a splendid documentary for those who have either a serious or passing interest in the subject of ghosts.
The programmes first half is a compilation of several nights spent in reputedly haunted buildings around the UK with the investigators, filmed in an eerie grainy green night-vision, starting off in a jocular mood to seek out the alledged spirits that walk there. However, the hiliarity is soon killed off by some genuinely unsettling and mysterious incidents that have nearly the whole production crew (including the sceptic !) running back the way they came - the look on Yvette Fielding's face in many instances is no "mock horror" for some spoof documentary - this woman is genuinely VERY scared !
Sceptics may find the input from the team's spiritualist medium, Derek Acorah, when he is attempting to converse with the resident ghosts to be a touch theatrical - however, as the programme progresses it becomes more and more apparent that he is uncannily accurate on many points about the history of the buildings & their former occupants. Certainly he is more than capable of sending a shiver down the spine as he alledgedly talks with the Earth-bound spirits - there is an air of genuiness about him that makes it plain that "something" is definately going on...... Read more ›
The programmes first half is a compilation of several nights spent in reputedly haunted buildings around the UK with the investigators, filmed in an eerie grainy green night-vision, starting off in a jocular mood to seek out the alledged spirits that walk there. However, the hiliarity is soon killed off by some genuinely unsettling and mysterious incidents that have nearly the whole production crew (including the sceptic !) running back the way they came - the look on Yvette Fielding's face in many instances is no "mock horror" for some spoof documentary - this woman is genuinely VERY scared !
Sceptics may find the input from the team's spiritualist medium, Derek Acorah, when he is attempting to converse with the resident ghosts to be a touch theatrical - however, as the programme progresses it becomes more and more apparent that he is uncannily accurate on many points about the history of the buildings & their former occupants. Certainly he is more than capable of sending a shiver down the spine as he alledgedly talks with the Earth-bound spirits - there is an air of genuiness about him that makes it plain that "something" is definately going on...... Read more ›
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Livvy H
Format:DVD
This is a fantastic buy. It includes Derek Acorah getting possesed twice. Yvette Fielding has a strange outburst in the Derby Gaol, orbs, spirits, an hour long special of Levens Hall, things being thrown, a pair of ghostly feet, sadly you can't see them, phew! The list is endless. I recommend you buying it. It really is the Very Best of Most Haunted. Try it, and don't have nightmares!!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This DVD is really fascinating. There is evidence of spiritual activity caught on camera and the crew come across as absolutely genuine - they experience very real fear! Derek Acorah is particularly impressive.... to a sceptic I expect his trance mediumship would appear somewhat theatrical, but I only have admiration for him in having the 'guts' to enter into these haunted locations to communicate with spirits in such a profound way. Being 'possessed', albeit temporarily, can be a very unpleasant experience... this can be seen in Derek when he's sweating and looks unwell. You should watch this DVD because it's an eye-opener - but please remember to watch it with someone else (in the light) and don't scare yourself!!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
The best by far.Do not even attempt to watch alone or in the dark!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By "fairy100"
Format:DVD
I think this compendium of the best of Series One is excellent value for money. It shows the best parts of the series, including the excellent hour's special at Levens Hall in Cumbria. However it only shows the best parts of the series. Anyone who has just started to follow the series will probably be slightly disapointed with the lack of full episodes.
It does have excellent outtakes which they neglect to show on TV.
A must have for a Most Haunted fan.
It does have excellent outtakes which they neglect to show on TV.
A must have for a Most Haunted fan.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
I have both series 1 and series 2 and iam currently waiting for series 2-volume 2,the show is fantastic and derek acorah is brilliant,i dont have living tv but would recommend to anyone who is a sceptic or a believer to watch it.it is the best programme since sliced bread,ive watched both 20 times and never get bored. so go out and buy it.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By J. I. De Beresford
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Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this because I don't have Satellite TV and wanted to see some of what I'd been missing. I wasn't disappointed. I think what really makes this work are the performances of Derek Acorah, the medium. Because Most Haunted relies heavily on short stopovers at haunted sites where the ghosts are expected to perform on demand the information that a psycic can reveal is essential. He comes across as genuine and seeing his face when he sees people that others can't is fascinating. As are the scenes where spirits 'take over' his body. If you are a sceptic, you'll probably laugh- I must admit, there were some hammy moments. The Drury lane actor spoke just like the actors that are ridiculed in Black Adder III. One problem with the documentary is it has maybe too many Blairwitch shots of people shot in nightscope panicking and looking scared. The other is, the documentary never goes very deep. No conclusions are drawn and there is scant commentary and analysis. But these limitations can't detract from the fact that this is compelling television that hopefully is playing a part in raising awareness about the supernatural.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
For fans of the series or for people who are interested in what, if anything, happens when we leave this plane, this DVD will give you proof if you need it. Are you a non-believer? Watch this & then tell me you dont believe. Derek Acora will show you, beyond any doubt, that theres ALWAYS SOMEBODY THERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very atmospheric
If you like history, ghosts and jumping out of your skin then this is the dvd to watch. Not a good idea to watch before going to bed, as every creek of the house, every noise... Read more
Published on 13 Nov 2009 by L. Topp
3.0 out of 5 stars
Most Haunted - Best Comedy DVD
I enjoy watching Most Haunted when it's on Sky TV on the Living Channel, it's fun to watch if you're bored and in the mood to get mildly freaked out - but I wouldn't recommend... Read more
Published on 20 Aug 2005 by Andrew
1.0 out of 5 stars
Why hasn't anybody else spotted the obvious?
Having only just seen a couple of the episodes of this much talked about programme, one thing seems screamingly obvious to me that no clairvoyants who watch the show seems to have... Read more
Published on 27 May 2005 by Dhekelia
2.0 out of 5 stars
I think I saw a shadow...!
Yes indeed, straight out of the Scooby Doo stable this one, but a little more entertaining, after all these folk really do expect people to take it seriously. Read more
Published on 2 May 2005 by Mr. F. Ledwidge
5.0 out of 5 stars
The very best of Most Haunted
This DVD is a must for Most Haunted Fans. I loved watching the team getting spooked. Yvette Fielding and Derek Acorah at there best. Read more
Published on 3 Jan 2005
5.0 out of 5 stars
Most Haunted, Most Excellent!
As an avid watcher of Most Haunted I can highly recommend this DVD, with a mixture of fear and humour thrown in it's a recipe for success! Read more
Published on 24 Mar 2004 by Ms. D. M. Szilvasy
5.0 out of 5 stars
seriously scary!
This dvd is brilliant from start to finish it grips you with the fear and fright that the crew feel taking you through the fear that something really is there if your a believer... Read more
Published on 27 Oct 2003 by Tara baughan
5.0 out of 5 stars
most haunted
derek acorah is the most suspicious lookin psychic i have ever seen but is worth watching simply for comedy value when he gets possessed by spirits from the dead. Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2003
4.0 out of 5 stars
Dont watch it with the lights off!
As a recent fan of Most Haunted I felt compelled to buy this DVD to see what i had missed in the first series. I was not disappointed! Read more
Published on 2 Oct 2003 by J. Smith
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