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Posted: July 17th, 2009.
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On 20th July 2009, Network DVD releases GET SOME IN THE COMPLETE FOURTH SERIES (Cert. TBC), RRP £12.99. This release brings together all 6 episodes that have not previously been released in any format.
We rejoin the erks of C Flight as they continue their medical training at RAF Midham, hoping to emerge as fully qualified attendants to the sick and injured. Under the tutelage of the long-suffering Flight Sergeant Wells; Ken, Jakey, Bruce and Matthew are learning the finer points of nursing such as trying not to faint at the sight of blood
Inspired by the successful The Army Game and the nostalgic Dads Army, writers John Esmonde and Bob Larbey (Please Sir!) set about writing and creating another show that would emulate the success of the aforementioned army – based series, but from a fresh perspective and revived energy. The result is this RAF based sitcom GET SOME IN, which ran from 1975 1978 and was much loved and enjoyed by viewers all over the country, with Robert Lindsay and Tony Selby both turning in wonderfully comedic performances.
The DVD is released on July 20th, it runs for 141 mins and retails for £15.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £9.98.
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Network Releasing is delighted to announce the availability of sci-fi comedy classic, directed by Basil Dearden: MAN IN THE MOON (CERT. TBC) on DVD on 20th July 2009, RRP £9.99.
Kenneth More (Battle of Britain) is Mr. Normal, William Blood, yet he is at the same time very strange. He appears to have an inability to worry and to become ill. This strange physical phenomenon allows him to make a living working as a human guinea pig. Perhaps inevitably, fate comes a-calling during one particular assignment, when he chances upon a beautiful woman running to the railway station. But surely he is also immune to the charms of women or so he thought.
As he bumps into the young lady, Polly again, he is also on the verge of being sent to the moon, since a team of NASTI scientists do not wish to risk the lives of experienced and well-trained astronauts but this time, William realises that there might just be the beginning of a totally new kind of illness developing within himself
Shirley Anne field (Saturday Night Sunday Morning) also delivers incomparable performance in this marvellously madcap sci-fi comedy penned by the multi-award winning Bryan Forbes (Séance on a Wet Afternoon) and Oscar-nominated Michael Relph (An Unsuitable Job for a Woman). This is a classic that cannot be missed.
The DVD is released on July 20th, it runs for 98 mins and retails for £9.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £5.98.
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Dirk Bogarde stars in a British line-up that includes Robert Morley, Leo McKern and John Le Mesurier in the spy comedy HOT ENOUGH FOR JUNE (Cert TBC), available from Network Releasing on 20th July 2009, RRP £9.99.
A struggling young writer, Nicholas Whistler (Dirk Bogarde), is sent on a seemingly innocent commercial assignment behind the Iron Curtain. On his arrival in Prague, everyone – including his beautiful chauffeuse, Vlasta – believes the Czech-speaking Nicholas to be a spy. It takes much time and adventure for him to realise it, but when he eventually discovers that he has been plunged into the world of international espionage, he is numb with horror. With his contacts gone, he is on his own, and must escape arrest and flee to England. But the secret police are close behind him
Dirk Bogarde stars as replacement agent number 008 opposite Yugoslavian-born screen siren Sylva Koscina in this satirical Cold War thriller. Scripted by Lukas Heller (The Dirty Dozen, The Flight of the Phoenix) and produced by the prolific and highly successful Betty Box.
Special Features:
- Three image galleries, including behind the scenes and publicity shots
- Original pressbook, poster and flyer PDFs
The DVD is released on July 20th, it runs for 98 mins and retails for £9.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £5.98.
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Network proudly releases the popular courtroom drama CROWN COURT VOLUME 6 (Cert TBC) DVD on 20th July 2009, RRP £29.99. This eagerly anticipated volume will be available at all good retailers.
A television institution that lasted for over a decade, Crown Court was much-loved and, although the cases were fictional, used ‘real’ jurors chosen from members of the public. Multiple endings were prepared for each story, dependent on whether the accused was found guilty or acquitted of the charges, giving each story a strength and energy which raised it far above that of normal courtroom dramas.
This volume contains a further twelve stories, in production order, and features compelling cases that cover a wide spectrum of what would come before a courtroom including arson, espionage, libel and poisoning.
John Le Mesurier, Maureen Lipman and Liz Smith are among several high-profile players appearing in this selection of episodes from 1973 to 1974. This set also contains the 1973 Christmas Special (Murder Most Foul) and a story – The Traffic Warden’s Daughter – which doesn’t seem to have been originally transmitted on ITV as it was replaced with The Getaway.
The DVD is released on July 20th, it runs for 825 mins and retails for £29.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £17.98.
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On 27th July 2009, Network will release the eagerly anticipated BOON THE COMPLETE THIRD SERIES (CERT. TBC). This 4 disc set includes all episodes from Series Three, complete and uncut, RRP £39.99.
Michael Elphick is back as Ken Boon, the former fireman with the heart of gold, a passion for adventures and his trademark motorbike. In this series, he tries to make a success of his new motorbike despatch firm The Texas Rangers. Alongside him is his former colleague in the fire service and business partner David Daker. Neil Morrissey joins the series as a young employee Rocky a gentle, vulnerable lad beneath his menacing black biker leathers
With humour, adventures and heart-warming story lines, BOON THE COMPLETE SECOND SERIES is yet another ratings winner for ITV. Big stars such as Amanda Burton, Peter Slattery and Ray Winstone all make memorable appearances which ensure the continual triumph and popularity of this television series.
The DVD is released on July 27th, it runs for 650 mins and retails for £39.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £28.98.
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Network DVD is pleased to announce the release of the acclaimed ITV crime drama WYCLIFFE THE COMPLETE FIRST SERIES (Cert. TBC) on 27th July 2009. It will be available in a 2-disc set, RRP £19.99.
Jack Shepherd is Detective Inspector Charles Wycliffe, investigator of Cornwalls most serious and challenging cases. Whilst the storylines often highlight the social and economic difficulties faced by the local community, the conscientious Wycliffe offers something of a contrast to the classic maverick detective character; a family man with a fastidious, tolerant approach, he tackles each investigation with a calm determination and a resolutely open mind, and his incisive style of questioning never fails to cut through to the heart of the mystery.
Supported by Jimmy Yuill and Helen Masters as Detective Inspectors Doug Kersey and Lucy Lane Wycliffes dependable but very human colleagues, WYCLIFFE was a huge ratings winner for ITV. The series haunting theme music, composed by Nigel Hess, received the Royal Television Societys award for the best television theme. This release contains every episode of the first series complete and uncut, originally transmitted in 1994, along with the pilot episode from 1993.
The DVD is released on July 27th, it runs for 395 mins and retails for £19.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £11.98.
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Multi-award winning television series JENNIE LADY RANDOLPH CHURCHILL THE COMPLETE SERIES (Cert TBC), starring the wondrous Lee Remick, will be released by Network on 27th July 2009, RRP £19.99.
Jennie Jerome was the vivacious, intelligent and beautiful American who married the son of the 7th Duke of Marlborough. She named one of her sons Winston, who went on to become the most celebrated and esteemed British politician of all time, Winston Churchill. Jennie Jerome subsequently Lady Randolph Churchill became immsensely popular in Londons high society upon her arrival from America. Her charm and social skills ensured that she remained a firm hit long after her marriage. It was at her much coveted dining table and saloon that the young Winston met and conversed with the most brilliant political figures of the time. Being a lady of sharp mind, Jennie not only recognised her sons genius for politics, she nurtured and fostered it with great love, care and attention. Sir Winston would repeatedly pay homage to her energy, courage and dedication throughout his life.
Her astonishing portrayal of this great lady earned Lee Remick a BAFTA and a Golden Globe for Best Actress. First screened in 1974 as part of ITVs commemoration of Churchills centenary year, this stunning production not only charts all the major events in Jennies life; but it is done with much affection and truth. The lavish, award-winning costume designs and the breathtaking locations including the family home, Blenheim Palace lend a striking authenticity. This is the story of a remarkable lady told lovingly and respectfully by a faultless cast, crew and award-winning director Cellan Jones.
The DVD is released on July 27th, it runs for 350 mins and retails for £19.99 on DVD,but is currently on Amazon at the link above for £11.98.
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