For more John Thaw and Dennis Waterman, check out "The Sweeney". After watching it you'll realize it was most likely the inspiration for "Life on Mars" Speaking of LOM and ATA, Philip Glenister is outstanding as DCI Gene Hunt and the reason the shows works.
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Originally posted by CoolRich59:
I don't think I've seen anyone mention 'The House of Cards'. The British version knew when to call it quits and, thus, is much superior to the American version.
"You might very well think that; I couldn't possibly comment"
I could never get into the US version after watching Ian Richardson's original.This message has been edited. Last edited by: Blackmore,
Harshest Dream, Reality
November 03, 2017, 08:53 PM
stylophiles
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Originally posted by newtoSig765: Anybody remember "Jeeves and Wooster" starring Hugh Laurie and Stephen Fry? Short-run, based on the book series, but pretty funny if you like British slapstick
I wouldn't call it "slapstick" given that Wodehouse was really very cleverly examining the actual nature of England's social structure during the post Edwardian period.... Look at the title of the stories: Jeeves (the so called servant.. I mean "Gentleman's Gentleman") and Wooster.... But if I go too far down that road I start to sound like someone who should have a lot less intelligence and a lot more money (and tenure)...
So instead I simply say (as someone who has managed to collect as best I can tell an example of every single P G Wodehouse written work, I still cannot read a Jeeves and Wooster novel or story without picturing Fry and Laurie as the characters.
Other notable series not already mentioned:
A bit of Fry and Laurie (see above, it's more and varied and even better)
Only Fools and Horses (This time next year we'll all be millionaires!)
The Piglet Files.
Bill R Unrepentant Anglophile
November 03, 2017, 09:09 PM
Blackmore
How could I forget "Between the Lines". I bought it from Amazon UK.
A multi region DVD player is a must for fans of Brit shows. PBS often edits the versions they show and then sells the shortened shows on their DVDs. For all the original content, buy directly from the UK if possible.
Harshest Dream, Reality
November 03, 2017, 09:11 PM
newtoSig765
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Originally posted by henryaz: When I click on Reply to your message, where it shows your original message, the image referenced between the IMG /IMG tags is not a URL, but instead the base64 encoding of the image...
I found her picture on Google Images, right-clicked, then left-clicked "Copy Image," pasted the text into "Image URL."
(Thank you for giving me an excuse to Google Diana Rigg again! )
-------------------------- Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats. -- H L Mencken
I always prefer reality when I can figure out what it is. -- JALLEN 10/18/18
November 03, 2017, 09:40 PM
drew3630
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Originally posted by newtoSig765: Oh, c'mon! Nobody remembers The Avengers?
I had a huge crush on Diana Rigg and I wanted to be just like John Steed when I grew up The Brits had a lot of good TV. I addition to the Avengers, my favs are Top Gear (C,M,H cast), New Tricks, Monthy Python and an obscure comedy from the 70's called Doctor in the House
November 03, 2017, 09:50 PM
jsbcody
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Originally posted by drew3630:
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Originally posted by newtoSig765: Oh, c'mon! Nobody remembers The Avengers?
I had a huge crush on Diana Rigg and I wanted to be just like John Steed when I grew up
Diana Rigg/Emma Peel left a lasting impression on me....shoots guns and martial arts......she still remains my ideal woman.
I actually liked John Steed better than James Bond.
The Avengers Monty Python Sherlock Holmes (Jeremy Britt) Fawlty Towers Sherlock I, Claudius Morse Prime Suspect (Helen Mirren) Wire In The Blood (Robson Green as Dr. Tony Hill. Really great series if you haven't seen it) Foyle's War Case Histories (Jason Issacs as Jackson Brodie) Top Gear (Clarkson, Hammond, and May) Doctor Who (starting with Tom Baker)
There are actually a bunch of newer Brit mystery shows on Netflix and Amazon that I enjoy.This message has been edited. Last edited by: jsbcody,
November 04, 2017, 08:00 AM
DubiousDan
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Originally posted by cazio: My wife and I watch mostly British series and there are many. Midsomer Murders Foyle's War Shetland Brodchurch Death in Paradise Bletchey Circle Sherlock but was very disappointed in the last season.
I enjoyed those plus "Peaky Blinders" and "Ripper Street".
Actually most any British police show. Too many to list. I was sorry to see "Inspector George Gently" end.
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November 04, 2017, 11:38 AM
BillF
Thought of three others Open All Hours Mini-series Worricker Michael Palin's travel seriesThis message has been edited. Last edited by: BillF,
November 04, 2017, 11:57 AM
cslinger
Doctor who throughout the run. Although my childhood Who was Tom Baker. I really liked Christopher Eccleston too.
Also Faulty Towers. What a hilarious show.
Take Care, Shoot Safe, Chris
November 05, 2017, 07:32 PM
zoom6zoom
Does anyone remember Saphire & Steele, which stared David McCallum and Juanna Lumley? It's a bit hard to describe, but sort of a mashup of Doctor Who, the X Files, and the Avengers.
I have my own style of humor. I call it Snarkasm.
November 06, 2017, 11:59 AM
lyman
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Originally posted by kkina: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
I remember seeing several episodes of this on PBS back in the day, like 30-40 yrs ago,
-.-. --.- -.-. --.- -.-. --.- -.-. --.- It only stands to reason that where there's sacrifice, there's someone collecting the sacrificial offerings. Where there's service, there is someone being served. The man who speaks to you of sacrifice is speaking of slaves and masters, and intends to be the master.
Ayn Rand
"He gains votes ever and anew by taking money from everybody and giving it to a few, while explaining that every penny was extracted from the few to be giving to the many."
Ogden Nash from his poem - The Politician
November 14, 2017, 03:13 AM
kkina
Does anyone remember The Protectors? Ran in syndication for two seasons in the early '70s. Starred Robert Vaughn of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. fame, with a somewhat similar story-line.
Had a pretty cool theme song, not as good as Secret Agent Man, but not bad...
Originally posted by kkina: Does anyone remember The Protectors? Ran in syndication for two seasons in the early '70s. Starred Robert Vaughn of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. fame, with a somewhat similar story-line.
Had a pretty cool theme song, not as good as Secret Agent Man, but not bad...