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The Sweeney - Series 1 - Complete [1975] [DVD]

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4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: John Thaw, Dennis Waterman, Tony Allen, Garfield Morgan, John Alkin
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Network
  • DVD Release Date: 12 Sep 2005
  • Run Time: 650 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0000AZVHK
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 15,185 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Special Features

  • Music-only tracks featuring stereo versions of the sought-after Sweeney library music
  • Episode introductions featuring members of cast and crew
  • Selected episode commentaries by cast and crew

DVD Technical Information

  • Digitally restored in original ratio
  • New Dolby 5.1 soundtrack
  • Original as-broadcast mono soundtrack


Synopsis

The entire first series of the action-packed dry-witted smash hit cop show of 1970s. They're a classic detective double act, John Thaw is the mature, serious and irritable Regan, while his young partner, Dennis Waterman, is the cheeky cockney Carter who's a hit with the ladies. Part of London's Sweeney Todd the Flying Squad (rhyming slang!) they're called upon to raid villains' homes, particularly when there are semi-clad ladies involved. Regan and Carter face violent clashes and often use firearms and illegal methods to get an arrest. Undoubtedly influenced by movies like GET CARTER this acclaimed, gritty and notably realistic TV series--where police work is not glamorised and the effects on personal relationships of the committed coppers is all too clear--still has resonance, but at the same time is of its time. This package boasts all 13 episodes.

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars STEELY JACK LIVES ON - THE SWEENEY ON DVD, 12 Jun 2005
This series broke new ground when it was first aired back in the 1970s. It made cult figures of John Thaw and Dennis Waterman as DI Jack Regan and Sgt George Carter. It is simply superb. The transition to DVD had provided a number of pluses, better picture quality through cleaned up master tapes digitally enhanced. It is like seeing the series for the first time. But for me even more interesting is the 'commentaries' - the fascinating insights that the actors, Dennis Waterman, Garfield Morgan and writers, etc, provide when they talk about their involvement in the making of this now cult show. It goes without saying that there is one very sad element to this whole launch on DVD - the fact that the main man John Thaw is no longer with us and therefore was unable to take part in the commentries. Not only is this series an oustanding tribute to his memory but also provides a wonderful legacy to one of the finest screen actors this country ever produced. If you liked the Sweeney first time round, then you are in for a treat.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You're Nicked!, 10 April 2004
By Mr. N. Morgan "Green Knight" (High Wycombe, UK) - See all my reviews
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"YOU'RE NICKED" became the catchphrase of every secondary schoolyard in the 70s thanks to this tough, gritty detective series. And it very soon achieved cult status thanks to some brilliant acting by (sadly the late) John Thaw and crowd. I won't repeat what's already been said about the episodes and extras, other than to say I was very pleasantly surprised to see that Network have decided to reproduce the episodes just about as verbatim as possible i.e. you get the original Thames Television logo at the start of each episode AND you get the commercial break "stings" (minus the adverts of course) twice in each episode - all of which to me at any rate adds an extra degree of authenticity and "nostalgia factor" (these stings also provide an excellent "pausing place" to go out to the kitchen & put the kettle on).

The transcription to DVD is of good technical quality - pretty well on a par with the excellent job Carlton do with their DVD remasters of old TV series. Don't expect home cinema quality video and sound as these programmes were filmed on 16mm film not 35mm, but the quality is about as good as is possible to get from 30 year-old media.

This set (and series 2 for that matter) are well worth buying - particularly if like me you're getting fed up with reality TV, makeover programmes, "let's go find and buy a house in Spain/France/Outer Mongolia/Who Cares"-type programmes and other such mindless froth that are swamping the UK's TV channels these days. The Test Card had more appeal - at least it was accompanied by some cracking music and the odd colour film on how plastics etc. were made and used.

The Sweeney comes recommended by me. Let's hope all 4 series get released! It's quality TV that will never be equalled today.

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Sweeney - The Complete First Series, 22 Nov 2003
When the word 'Classic' is used to describe a film or TV program, too often, after having watched it, you just end up feeling greatly disappointed. This does NOT apply to The Sweeney. Revolutionary when it was made, it has never been equalled in its realism, quality of acting, scriptwriting or filming. Best of all though, every episode is just fantastic entertainment, a concept that seems to have been forgotten by the makers of modern day television.

To the very great credit of Network, they have added genuine Special Features with the Commentaries that accompany a number of episodes. The most fascinating are the ones between Dennis Waterman, Garfield Morgan, Trevor Preston & Tom Clegg. Could we have lots more for Series Two please!!

If you like great TV, get frustrated by The Bill or Mersey Beat and want to own the best British TV Cop Show ever made (or likely to be made), then do not hesitate and place your order now. I did!

When you watch each episode you can even play a game - What have I seen them in since? There is plenty of familiar faces that suddenly pop on screen to choose from.

It is a shame that this DVD collection was only brought out after the untimely death of John Thaw (D.I. Jack Regan himself) but what a real tribute to him and ALL the actors.

We all miss you, Guv.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellence!
This is the greatest TV cop series ever. I remember sneaking to watch it when I was 6 or 7 years old and the old magic is still there. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Lyon Mitch

3.0 out of 5 stars Films not avalible to mach boxset
If you want to have a complete collection of all four series, the regan pilot episode your in luck but don't try to buy sweeney film's 1 and 2 on the Network label to match this... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Rockon

5.0 out of 5 stars Policing at it really was....
It dont get any better than this. Life on Mars is a pale shadow of this master class in gung-ho Flying Squad crime fighting, hard living, dynamic duo, Regan and Carter. Read more
Published on 11 Jul 2007 by Mr. P. J. Sloan

5.0 out of 5 stars Sweeney Rocks
If you liked "Life On Mars" then you will love this,its so non-pc!!John Thaw was superb,and so is Dennis Waterman. Read more
Published on 19 Jun 2007 by A. Lane

5.0 out of 5 stars Flying squad classic
It has been a pleasure to watch this series of the Sweeney again with a really clear transfer of the film and improved audio not to mention commentaries from the cast. Read more
Published on 17 Mar 2007 by I. D. Watson

5.0 out of 5 stars Still the best
This is a fantastic set of 4 discs. Picking an episode at random the other day the words SHUT IT! were spoken after 1min 39secs of the episode starting (even before the opening... Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2007 by S J Buck

5.0 out of 5 stars STUNNING
British TV at its very, very best. Maybe it's an unfair comparison, but if you compare this to let's say The Bill, then there really is no competition - Regan and Carter win hands... Read more
Published on 9 Dec 2004 by RJS

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Superb
'The Sweeney' is a small screen masterpiece. It has good stories, likeable heroes, comical villains, well written dialogue, excellent directing, neatly paced music and a terrific... Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2004 by Ms. G. R. Connors

5.0 out of 5 stars Dvd and series review
The Sweeney. What a great Series, and one that will probably never be matched. John Thaw is by far the finest British actor to grace our screens (the man was a natural)and... Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2004 by alfie tomkins

5.0 out of 5 stars Super Sweeney!
Finally we have the complete uncut series one of this fantastic show.It's still a cut above all other cop shows of the era and even now. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2004 by NEO

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