Masterpiece: Downton Abbey Seasons 1, 2 & 3 Deluxe Limited Edition (Amazon Exclusive Season 4 Bonus Features)

Many here have written detailed reviews about the characters, their interactions, the period clothing and customs…all true.The reason I'm writing a review, is that I was unprepared for how this drama series drew me in, made me misplace my priorities in tv channel selection and sucked this guy into its plot so that I CAN'T NOT WATCH IT.Look, I'm a normal working guy who flies heavy metal equipment around and I initially needed a little help with how the relationships in the series fit together. I'm so hooked that now I'm telling my wife: "Keep an eye on those two, I KNOW what's going to happen!"Well maybe not exactly, but the way Sir Julian develops and interweaves the characters is sometimes predictable, but just when you think you KNOW what's gonna happen he has a twist that flat gives you that, "Well I'll be …" feeling.Short of the long, I LOVE watching this with my wife. You know guys, chicks dig it when you spend time with them and actually enjoy the same show they enjoy!I'm not a real smart guy on these kinds of things, 'cause I love Moonshining, American Hogger, Duck Commander and Gold Rush to give you a general idea of the IQ it takes to watch the shows I like. Downton Abbey is the best drama series I've ever watched. I can't wait to see the next one with my wife. The way the Abbey service staff works with the royalty and amongst each other is riveting and at once fascinating!!So will I watch the Alamo Bowl (Oregon/Texas) tonight or Downton Abbey? I played football and love my Oregon team, and I will watch the bowl game, but you can be assured that right after I'll watch Downton Abbey. The character strengths and weaknesses of each actor helps me to see more clearly the kind of person that I want to be. Bates is my man and I so respect him….a Man's man, men!Some have said the PBS version is missing some stuff and they know because they compared both versions. Well, they've got a lot more free time than I do apparently. All I know is that I'm flat hooked and I cannot wait to see the next one. I have to admit, the gay scene made me nauseous and I would have preferred it to be left out. (In spite of the current trend in our country, it's still repulsive to many men, including me). Other than that, I've enjoyed every moment of the series.So put down the remote, grab a beer, or in my case a tea (gotta drink that a lot now with the Baroness you know…my wife!), lay down your man card and get you some Downton Abbey. I'm betting that you'll be hooked too!(I'll try to remember to update this when I've seen it through the upcoming Season 4).

My husband and I are late-comers to Downton Abbey.....we kept hearing people talk about how good it was, and I tried to find it online or on PBS so we could start from season 1, but it was nowhere to be found. Soooo, I just bit the bullet and ordered this set of DVD's. We started watching and it was ok -the first couple of episodes seemed to be getting to know the characters and things like that. We also love Foyle's War and noticed it does the same thing, then BANG all of a sudden by the 3rd episode you find yourself drawn in, paying a little closer attention, and then looking forward to the next episode. (Is this somewhat normal for British tv?). We literally watched this set (all 3 seasons) within a week. Every spare evening or weekend we did nothing but watch as we couldn't wait to see what happened next. Outstanding acting, the characters are divine (for example the man who plays Carson is probably the most PERFECT actor in a role I have ever seen), and of course the costumes and setting are spectacular. The story lines are believable, everything is authentic down to the most minute detail, and you get to know the characters so well you almost feel as if they are real friends in your life. It is a rare thing when I start to personally care about characters on a television show, but Downton Abbey has successfully captured me. Another part of the shows brilliance is Maggie Smith. Her character is a hoot and we love it when she says something under her breath or in a way we know it is meant as an insult, but she does it with such class we often burst out laughing. I only hope Downton Abbey will be around for many years. Now that I am hooked, I can't imagine not watching it. If you are looking for a show that is highly entertaining, has drama, emotions, gut-wrenching tragedy, comedy, and some of the best quality ever on tv, then this is a must for you.

I had not seen any of the Downtown Abbey shows for the first three seasons, so I ordered this DVD collection.My wife and I have had numerous very enjoyable nights watching the different episodes. This series is simply the best I have seen in many years. We have now watched each episode of the first 3 years at least two times. The second time you pick out things that you did not see the first time.The castings, beginning with Maggie Smith, are just fabulous, as each actor plays his or her part very well. The scenes are packed with lots of images, and the action is fast. There are heart throbbing love stories, and many plots an sub plots in each episode.I completely recommend this series to anyone who would like to watch an interesting and very compelling drama. I have ordered season four, even though I am watching it on PBS as the shows come out. I expect to enjoy Season 4's shows as well, but the Bates and Anna issues seem unnecessary in year 4.If you are looking for some great TV, try Downton. I did am am very, very pleased with the DVDs.

Up until two months ago hadn't even viewed Downton Abbey. Have heard much about the series but for whatever reason hadn't tuned in. First went to local library and checked out the first season. As soon as I popped the first disc into the recorder, I was hooked. The characters are so true and real to the person(s) they are portraying. Love the early vintage clothing. Last but not least, the magnificent Downton Abbey estate. The story just moves along, pulls you at once into the program and the characters. After viewing all four seasons, I immediately went to Amazon to see if I could make a purchase as this series is something to have and hand down to my grandchildren. I'm excited to view the upcoming series in January 2015.I enjoyed how the series doesn't just focus on the Abbey family but the staff/servants as well because each one of them has a story in their own to share because each one holds a certain status in the Downton Abbey famly.

Everybody loves or enjoys this miniseries, so there is not muh to say about it. Besides the story, I think that what is enjoyable is the perfect reconstruction of those times, the first decades of the last century, when the British aristocracy was at its best, and yet on the verge of big changes. They are desperately holding on to their way of living, at least the old generation, while the new one is affected by the changing of times. I think it's priceless to see the beauty of this world now disappeared, and of which these CDs give us such a vivid and luxurious visualization. That's why I bought them, they are an excellent edition, very elegantly presented and with extra things to see behind the scenes. I have all the five seasons already run, because I enjoy this show beyond the story; I like to watch it now and then just for the pleasure of seeing the excellent, very refined acting (all the actors are superb) and the beauty of the ambience.

Wonderful series presented in a sturdy gift box, would definitely recommend.

Tutti quelli che hanno amato Quel che resta del giorno di Ivory e Gosford Park di Altman, ritroveranno sia le magnifiche ambientazioni che l'approfondita analisi dei rapporti che legano due mondi apparentemente molto distanti, i nobili e la servitù. In realtà profondamente legati da vincoli derivati dall'orgoglio di appartenenza a un luogo (Downton) e dal rispetto reciproco (con qualche eccezione che aggiunge pepe al plot) che talvolta sfocia in affetto. Superbi gli attori, diretti con estrema attenzione, i personaggi minori sono tratteggiati con la stessa cura dei principali. Ia ricostruzione storica, dai costumi agli arredi, è perfetta. La serie non annoia perché priva dei tempi morti o di episodi "allungati" che caratterizzano buona parte delle serie. Piacevole il cofanetto. Attenti a non sfogliarlo prima della visione, altrimenti capirete in anticipo troppo sull'intreccio

Diantre, que c'est divin. Trois saisons dans ce coffret (et rassurez-vous, il est possible de visionner au choix en VO, en VOST ou en VF) et l'on devient vite accroc à ce monde qui a pourtant près d'un siècle. Ce monde ou devrais-je dire, ces mondes : celui de l'aristocratie anglaise qui possède le comté de Downton Abbey et celui du sous-sol, tous ces serviteurs qui œuvrent pour que tout se passe au mieux. Est-ce mièvre ? Jamais. Est-ce drôle ? Souvent (merci à ce sujet à Cousine Violet interprétée de façon magistrale par Maggie Smith). Est-ce fidèle à la réalité ? Absolument. Le scénariste Julian Fellowes (à qui l'on doit également Gosford Park et le magnifique roman Passé Imparfait) connaît très bien cet univers et est un ami proche de la propriétaire du château qui sert de décor à cette série ô combien magnifique. Il s'est donc inspiré de l'histoire réelle de la propriété pour en tirer cette histoire qui a littéralement envoûté les téléspectateurs anglais. Comme je les comprends ! Downton Abbey ? Il faut y aller sans hésiter.

Muy amena. Muy bien ambientada. Se disfruta viendo la serie completa, que se queda corta y te deja con ganas de ver la cuarta temporada cuando la pongan a precio razonable. Por supuesto que sobre el argumento y la historia se pueden hacer muchas valoraciones personales, pero creo que eso ya es cuestión del gusto de cada uno.