Product ReviewsLast of the Summer Wine: Christmas Specials 1978-1982 (DVD, 2009)

Not what you might expect... but that makes these Christmas Specials all the more funny

I've said it before (about other Last of the Summer Wine series / seasons) and I'll say it again, this single disc is like a sliver of your favorite cake... it leaves you wanting more.

Part of the world's longest running comedy TV show, 31 Series over 37 years, it's practically impossible to opine about this program in such a way that any new information is conveyed. That might sound odd about a TV show you may have never seen before, but it's true and perhaps even harder to believe when you consider that the episodes on this disc are but a few of the 295 total produced over the years.

This and other product descriptions aptly paint word pictures which set the stage for yet another installment of adventures with three senior citizens named Clegg, Compo and Foggy, seniors who refuse to grow up, but not until you become immersed in the village where they live (a village which is surrounded by fantastic natural picturesque backdrops all along its perimeter) can you begin to appreciate the genius of creator / writer Roy Clarke and his brand of storytelling.

Once you become acclimated with the 3 lead characters and supporting cast you can randomly dip in and out of their shenanigans without missing a beat because nearly all episodes are standalone stories. A common thread-worn trope of modern TV where characters are in similar if not the same predicaments over and over again, that's nowhere to be found in this show... that's what makes Last of the Summer Wine so much fun to watch, its situations are not only funny, but very down to earth.

A sitcom doesn't accidentally run for 3 dozen years. More to the point, Roy Clarke wrote the entire run, no mean feat by today's television standards. It also means his knowledge of each character is unrivaled. Not even the actors who portray those characters know them as well as Roy however each actor so embodies their on screen persona you'll forget you're watching a work of fiction. Some characters come and go, others, or rather the actors who portray them have passed on, however there's a staying power to the cast and production crew which makes Last of the Summer Wine a better than safe bet at any point along its 30+ series.

You'll find I've submitted this same review, pretty much word for word, about this and other Last of the Summer Wine DVD releases, not because I'm lazy, but because the Internet already offers volumes of information about the show, including scripts. I don't like my favorite TV shows spoiled before I watch them, even if they are already decades old, which is why I'm not divulging any details about specific episodes.

This is comfort food feel good comedy at its best.Read full review...

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Last of the Summer Wine

When I lived in Oklahoma, this show was on PBS 4 nights a week. I fell in love with the show. I had seen most of them many times, didn't matter I would watch again.
Where I live now, I do not get this wonderful show anymore. I even wrote the local PBS station asking for it to be shown. I can say I tried.
I bought the Christmas shows and they are wonderful. I plan to buy more. It seems they are expensive but my enjoyment is worth the money.
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Good, wholesome fun, cute and funny

Excellent series. Characters are engaging and humorous without being "raunchy." No foul language. Cute and endearing!

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Christmas DVD

This is an older product with just one DVD in the case. While the episodes are entertaininng they are not as good as the newer episodes.

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If you like the series...

Four episodes that they never show on TV. If you like the series then these are the same quality as the regular episodes.

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Favorite sitcom ever.

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Really enjoy those characters!

Would recommend these DVD’s to all those who enjoy Last of the Summer Wine.

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Favorite Britcom not shown on TV

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wonderful product

I got this as I am trying to get all that is out.. These guys are a hoot. I will be buying more , that's a given.

last of the summer wine: christmas specials

WE LOVE THIS PROGRAM & CAN WATCH IT OVER AND OVER AGAIN. THEY ARE LIKE LITTLE BOYS GETTING INTO EVERYTHING. I JUST WISH THEY WOULD OFFER MORE OF THE FILMS IN USA.