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The Very Best of 'Have I Got News for You' [1990-2002] [DVD]
 
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The Very Best of 'Have I Got News for You' [1990-2002] [DVD]

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The Very Best of 'Have I Got News for You' [1990-2002] [DVD] + Have I Got News For You - Best Of The Guest Presenters [DVD] [1990] + Have I Got News For You - Best Of The Guests - Vol. 2 [DVD] [1990]
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  • Actors: Angus Deayton, Ian Hislop, Paul Merton
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: 2 Entertain Video
  • DVD Release Date: 25 Nov 2002
  • Run Time: 217 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00006RHUB
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 12,642 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Presented chronologically, The Very Best of Have I Got News for You is a massive three-and-a-quarter-hour compilation of many of the funniest and all the most famous moments from the first 12 years of the BBC comedy satire quiz show. From host Angus Deayton's witty 1990 hairstyle to his double introduction for the DVD and video versions of this compilation, revel in the ribald rivalry as "TV's Mr Sex" struggles to control team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton. Relive such highlights as Paula Yates dubbing Hislop the "sperm of the devil", Roy Hattersley's stand-in, a tub of lard, and Germaine Greer and the infamous "F-me shoes" incident. See Boris Johnson get well and truly "stitched up" over an ill-advised phone call, Mr & Mrs Neil Hamilton accept their fees in brown paper bags and Piers Morgan totally fail to understand what makes the word "jam" hilarious. Other great moments include the controversy over John Birt's attempt to gag the BBC referring to Peter Mandelson's private life, John Simpson's good-natured account of his jungle trip, and Merton desperately trying to keep awake as Sir Rhodes Boyson droned on, and on, and on about, err... something or other. It's quite simply, TV comedy at its best.

On the DVD: Have I Got News For You features a commentary with Ian Hislop and Paul Merton in which, rather than play for comedy, they talk interestingly about their memories of the various episodes. Nevertheless there are still some laughs to be had. Optional onscreen text provides a wealth of background to half-forgotten news stories, as well as usefully identifying the more obscure guests. Seven minutes of trailers are often hilarious, while a Newsnight feature intriguingly analyses why politicians go on HIGNFY. Terry Wogan tries to get the show into Room 101 in an extract from that show, and various politicians offer their views on the programme. The sound is functional stereo and the excellent picture is encoded to switch automatically from 4:3 to anamorphic 16:9 when HIGNFY moved to widescreen. --Gary S Dalkin

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing - Comedy at its best, 9 Jan 2004
This has got to be one of the best comedy dvds ever released. Have I Got News For You is satire at its best and I seriously recommend you buy it. Angus Deayton (the host) is witty, Ian Hislop hilarious and Paul Merton whose brilliant surrealism is off the edge of the world

This dvd compromises the best of 13 years and 23 series of HIGNFY with over 3 hours of material. It includes all the best moments and I can’t list them all but they include Ian Hislop’s arguments with Paula Yates and Pieres Morgan, Eddie Izzard and the jam, the tub of lard, Boris Johnson’s appearances and the humiliation of Angus Deayton in his final episodes as the host.
It reminds you of some of the funniest clips captured on television too (which are extras in themselves) including Michael Howard been grilled by Jeremy Paxman (“Did you threaten to overrule him!”) and George Bush senior and Jeffrey Archer making fools out of themselves.

The dvd comes with a good selection of extras. The best of these is the commentary by Ian Hislop and Paul Merton which gives background information on clips and at some times can be as funny as the clips themselves. There is also trivi text, trailers, Terry Wogan trying to confine HIGNFY to room 101, a newsnight documentary on why people appear as guests and a selection of celebrities voicing their views on HIGNFY.

Overall one of the best BBC and comedy dvds available and well worth the price. BUY IT NOW!!!

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Satirical Commentary at its Best, 26 Dec 2002
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First things, first - Buy this!

If there's one thing the British do better than everyone else, its satire and Have I Got News For You has quite comfortably been the best in satirical television for over a decade. It's sometimes as subtle as a sledgehammer but who cares? It more than filled the void left by "Spitting Image" at the end of the Thatcher Era and has managed to stay fresh and to keep hitting those targets ever since. The presenters make the show - Angus Deayton, in fairness, doesn't have much to do - but he delivers and manages the show well. Ian Hislop is "Private Eye" personified and Paul Merton is the most fantastically surreal comic I have ever seen on TV. Together they are sharp, witty, biting, slapstick and plain ridiculous, just brilliant.

As for the DVD itself, well it has to cut and paste from 12 years and 23 odd series into 200 minutes and it does so as well as could reasonably be expected. All the funniest bits are there and officionados shouldn't complain if the odd item they like is left out - be reasonable! The manner in which the news has repeated itself over the years is fascinating and maybe quite alarming (Iraq, anyone?) The commentary from Merton and Hislop is fantastic, they are genuinely interested in reminiscing about the old shows, are very insightful and (unintentionally?) hilarious. The other extras (trailers, a Newsnight piece) are fillers but quite worthy nonetheless.

All in all a great buy at a great price - not least to own a piece of TV history from the late twentieth century.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Really Funny, 11 Sep 2005
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It's amazing to think just how long HIGNFY has been going for now and just how strong it remains. Watching this compilation, what struck me is that it seems to have improved over time which is impressive.

The DVD contains clips from all series upto the end of the Deyton era and you'll be laughing throughout. It's interesting to see how many stories that were featured at the start still seem to be rumbling on now. There all the classic moments here, The Tub of Lard, Boris Johnson's first bizzare appearance and my all time favourite, Ian Hislop doing battle with Paula Yeats.

There is an enjoyable commentary track included with Ian Hislop and Paul Merton giving their comments on things. That's very funny in places and a good extra.

Fans of the show will love this.

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5.0 out of 5 stars AnGuS iS gOd
I heart Angus Deayton. Best tv host ever during that time period. He's so much funnier than Paul Merton it isn't even a contest, and he manages to be more articulate than Hislop... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Mr. P. Osuh

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, but would like more!
This DVD is very entertaining. The extras are great especially the commentary with Paul Merton and Ian Hislop. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Ms. Zoe Beales

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic British Institution
When a genius of surrealism, the King of satire and TV's most smug, sarcastic host got together to present a news programme taking a satirical look at the week's news, the result... Read more
Published 23 months ago by J. Roberts

5.0 out of 5 stars Great content, classy DVD
This is the best exponent of 'get your TV show on DVD' I've seen. It's clear that thought has gone into this. Read more
Published on 3 Feb 2007 by Ian

5.0 out of 5 stars It just doesnt get any better than this
Absolute comic gold full of far too many classic bits to recite. Some highlight include the tub of lard replacing roy hattersly, the infamous peter mandleson episode (oops! Read more
Published on 28 Aug 2004 by A. Thorn

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Entertainment
I thoroughly recommend this DVD to anyone who enjoys a good laugh.

It is excellent value, as it includes an Ian Hislop/Paul Merton commentary for the entire run of... Read more
Published on 11 Jul 2004 by Mr. Laurence Williams

5.0 out of 5 stars SHOCKINGLY brilliant!
Wow!... I recently purchased the best of the guest presenters dvd, and i loved it!... then, after watching some older episodes on the tele, i decided i should go back in time and... Read more
Published on 10 Feb 2004 by spankytang

5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh yourself silly
Just buy it. Really. If you're a fan of the show, or even just a casual viewer, you'll love this for the collection of clips alone. Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2003 by N. Clarke

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have For Anyone, Unless You're A Disgraced Politician
This has got to be the best video I have brought in a while. Every classic moment is on it, Piers Morgan asking they audience if they liked Ian and everyone said yes, his face is... Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2003 by Bob Whiting

5.0 out of 5 stars Deayton [Remember him?] Merton & Hislop. Three[BLANK]Monkies
SINCE you're reading this, then the likelihood is that you're already a fan. You're familiar with the style, the guests, and at least some of the running gags. Read more
Published on 6 Dec 2002 by Jag

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