House Season 6 (DVD, 2010, 5-Disc Set)

The sixth season of House, M.D. starts off with a phenomenal two-part episode that sets the tone for the rest of the year. After years of abusing prescription drugs (and colleagues), Dr. Gregory House (Hugh Laurie) finds himself in a psychiatric ward as a patient who is not so patient with his own doctor. Smart and manipulative, House tries to finagle his way out of the hospital. But his selfish actions set off a chain reaction of events that manage to shake even his own confidence--temporarily, at least. This season spends a lot of time delving into House's psyche and the writers do a wonderful job depicting a brilliant, sad, and flawed man who knows more than most, but not enough to save every patient who comes to see him. That glimpse allows viewers to sympathize with his addictions but leaves them guessing as to whether the good doctor will be able to shake his dependency on drugs for good. However, viewers are never actually convinced when House quits his job. In many ways, he is his job.

House has always tackled fascinating cases and that continues this season, though the symptoms aren't overly dramatic by House standards. The team tries to save a man whose family history indicates that he will die of a heart attack before he turns 40. They try to help a brilliant scientist whose depression and addictions make him feel he's better suited for a simpler life as a courier. And Wilson (Robert Sean Leonard) may once again be grappling with cancer. It's a credit to this show that while it features such a strong lead character, the costars don't get shafted in the process. Wilson is one of the show's most charming characters and, by default, has become House's best friend. The two of them share a home and bicker like an old married couple. When a woman they both are attracted to mistakenly assumes that they're a complicated gay couple, we can't help but laugh. But Wilson's love life is made difficult by the return of his ex-wife and House doesn't want to see his friend hurt again. He can abuse Wilson, but he doesn't want her to do the same.

House's boss Cuddy (Lisa Edelstein) has her own issues, juggling a harried personal life and the complications that come with trying to keep House in line. Chase (Jesse Spencer) falls under scrutiny this season after treating a controversial politician who he fears will murder innocent civilians. He finds himself struggling with the Hippocratic oath to treat all patients--even the ones he finds distasteful--to the best of his ability. And of the main characters on the show, one will be fired, another will profess their love for a colleague, and three of them will look for love via a speed-dating service. Yes, the story lines are all over the place, but then again, so is House.

The 6th season of "House" features the gruff scruffy and abrasive doctor checking in to rehab to deal with his Vicodin pain addiction! Alfie, his hyper roommate is a great character that becomes Greg House's partner in mischief! Wilson, House's lone friend on the outside has the backbone to not let House skirt the rules. House's doctor team misses him but it is more peaceful at the regular hospital. Dr. Cuddy is holding everything together as usual. Dr. Foreman is growing up without House breathing down his neck and Greg is making strides with the undelying personality issues/emotions behind his "issues",
. The show is amazing with these dynamic and enabling characters but Greg House is the star. Hugh Laurie must act convincingly to make it believable. I do disike the condescending view of natural medicine and human nature however. I was not disappointed by this excellent DVD set!

Hugh Laurie is one of my favorite actors for a reason. This one season proves my all time point. House through the seasons has gone through so much. In six season, he has prove not only to everyone else, but himself that he can feel. For him that is a milestone and more. Broken to me is the best episode that was ever done. Compassion is not one of House's strong points but to and addict. That must and was force to change his ways, Does' Everyone Lie"? He found truth and in finding that and himself..House found House...

BASICALLY A GREAT SHOW THAT COMBINES SOLVING MEDICAL MYSTERIES. PERSONAL DRAMAS AND INSANE COMEDIC HAPPENINGS. EVERY SEASON OF HOUSE MD HAS BEEN GOOD AS THE WRITERS AND ACTORS EXPLORE THE CHARACTERS IN NEW AND UNUSUAL SITUATIONS. NOT HAVING TO SIT THROUGH COMMERCIALS IS ICING ON THE CAKE.

If you are a fan of the series House, Season 6 is the season to purchase on DVD. The two part season opener was good enough to have been released to theaters. Bookend that with the season finale and you have the most incredible tv show on the air today. Not sure season 7 can top this masterpiece. Buy the DVD set, watch all the special features, and be amazed!