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[AFTERSHOCK]

OK so I never have time to watch movies these days, and probably won't for at least the next few months. Part of the problem is my hectic work schedule which takes time away from my other hobbies like photography and music, so whenever I sit down to the tube I can only stay focused for an hour before I get restless. And since I never know when I'll actually be in front of the tube, it's pointless to get cable (plus, I hate the idea of spending money to have commercials beamed into my house. But you already knew that, right?)

Fortunately, there's the modern miracle of TV shows on DVD. And I've gotten into a few from this here message board. And, interestingly enough, thanks to my crazed work schedule I actually have some money to burn on this project.

So far, I've picked up:

Battlestar Galactica new series, seasons 1 + 2
Not quite a bad show, but little more than NYPD Blue in space. Still, I keep watching.

Red Dwarf seasons 1 - 8
Oh you never heard of it? Most people haven't - and that's a shame. It's fantastic. British sci-Fi Comedy that kicks ass.

Fawlty Towers
Well, duh. Of course I have this.

Monty Python's Flying Circus
Yep, got em all, even the German episodes. Essential!

Absolutely Fabulous
Yep, got alla these as well. Fuck, I love Patsy + Edina. They are sooooo wrong.

The Office - original British series
So far, I've only seen the first episode. But I loved every painfully funny minute.

Penn and Teller's Bullshit! season 1 + 2
Yeah, their tests aren't as unbiased as they like to pretend, and there's definitely some skewed and sketchy information - but it's still a lot of fun. Especially when they make salesmen test their own products unsuccessfully.

You Bet Your Life
Groucho Marx = perfect breakfast television.

Soap
Sure, it fell apart about 1/2 way thru season 3, but even after that it still had some good bits here + there.

the Muppet Show season 1
Don't you judge me.

the Best of the Electric Company
See previous entry.

Fantasy Island season 1
Sure, Tattoo's a bit annoying. Sure, the guests are interchangable. Sure, it's the same 3 stories every episode. But who cares? Mr. Roark is the coooooolest dude I've ever seen in a white suit.

Mr. Show
Still checkin' it out, and it's gettin' better.

Arrested Development
Might just be the best show I've seen in years. No, really - I can't stop watching this one.

the Young Ones
Need I say any more?

Twilight Zone 1980's version
Some good stuff in there, but not nearly as arresting as the original.

Ray Bradbury Theatre
Even weaker than the 80's TZ - but there are some good ideas occasionally.



So I'm looking to add a few others to my domain:

Family Guy
Star Trek
Star Trek the Next Generation
South Park
the Simpsons
the Sopranos
Oz
Twilight Zone original series
Six Feet Under

Now it's yer turn to tell me what else to investigate. I really haven't watched much TV in the past decade, and all I know are what people recommend. So far, I think I've done all right.

What else do I need?

[Paul]

I agree with getting the Simpsons. Also, you should check into Futurama, Sports Night, Freaks and Geeks, and Undeclared.

[Slackmo]

I agree with getting the Simpsons. Also, you should check into Futurama, Sports Night, Freaks and Geeks, and Undeclared.

Amen to Sports Night and Freaks & Geeks. Outstanding writing on both counts.

[le chaton]

Absolutely Fabulous
yesssssssss.

based on your list i don't think we have similar tastes, but i have immensely enjoyed Six Feet Under & the West Wing on DVD.

[Mitchell]

Peep Show, The League Of Gentlemen, Brass Eye, Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge, I'm Alan Partridge, The Day Today, Father Ted, The Young Ones, Porridge, Black Books, The Royle Family, The Likely Lads, Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, Spaced and 15 Stories High are all excellent.

[worrywort]

I agree with getting the Simpsons. Also, you should check into Futurama, Sports Night, Freaks and Geeks, and Undeclared.

Curb Your Enthusiasm (obviously)
Wonderfalls (one of those cancelled after one season shows),
Homicide: Life on the Streets (quite pricey because the original music is still intact)
Father Ted (Learn to swear in Irish, kinda)

indispensable site @ http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/

[case quarter]

LOST! And St. Elsewhere, although I don't think it's out on DVD, I have most of them and I'll share for the greater good of the TV community.

[worrywort]

AFTERSHOCK, is your DVD player region-free?

if not Mitchell's list looks like this

Peep Show, The League Of Gentlemen, Brass Eye , Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge, I'm Alan Partridge, The Day Today , Father Ted, The Young Ones, Porridge , Black Books, The Royle Family , The Likely Lads , Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, Spaced and 15 Storeys High are all excellent.

[cerebralcaustic]

Another vote for Freaks And Geeks. The Shield and Lost too

[Andyroo]

Spaced

Seconded.

Entourage season two comes out tomorrow; I will be purchasing that in the a.m. for sure. Check out season one first, of course...

[Hewletts Daughter]

Spaced

Seconded.

Entourage season two comes out tomorrow; I will be purchasing that in the a.m. for sure. Check out season one first, of course...

yeah, entourage rocks.

and my friend's brother has it and we watched some over the weekend and it is grade a shit...



Also, is Ed vs. Spencer ever coming to us on dvd? There's a show that would be worth owning.

[sKinnY]

Curb, Black Books, Kids in the Hall, Freaks and Geeks and Deadwood.

[biggie mcsmalls]

The Wire and Scrubs. The Wire on DVD is so great.

[Agrimorfee]

LOST!

And St. Elsewhere, although I don't think it's out on DVD, I have most of them and I'll share for the greater good of the TV community.

What do you have in mind?

This is my #1 fave drama of all time. A little maudlin and preposterous at times, but worth it for the snappy dialogue...lots of in-jokes later in its history.

Don't you judge me.

the Best of the Electric Company

No shame in that, friend. They purposely packaged it for '70s kids like us. I've got the Schoolhouse Rock DVD set for the same reason.

CTW should cobble together some early Sesame Street skits. Some of the Muppet stuff from those shows, like the stuff with Grover, the "fast breaking news" stories with Kermit reporting at a fractured fairy tale, or Ernie & Bert, are high comedy.

Another high reccomendation---The Prisoner

[nobodies]

My wife and I just had a couple long flights to London (and obviously back), and in anticipation I wanted to pick up a tv series for the flights. On a whim, and because it was super cheap, I picked up what may be one of the best fucking shows on tv now: Veronica Mars. Season 1 (22 episodes) is only 24 dollars at Target. Show is a strange combination of Nancy Drew, John Hughes movies, Gilmore Girls...all with a touch of Quentin Tarantino (and all the girls on the show are super hot). I'm not sure if there have been any other Veronica Mars threads out here, but I'm mildly obsessed with this show now. Edit: Also, if you're looking for another cheap addition to your library, pick up Action, the first (and only) season. It can be had for about $15.00. It's a half hour sitcom about a slimy hollywood producer (Jay Mohr). Very funny stuff. Kind of similar to entourage if you need a reference point.

[Hero]

Comedy: SCRUBS!!!! Seasons 1- 3 are out and they aren't that expensive Drama: the Shield, you won't believe that it's actually on non pay tv Also check out OZ, that show will desensitize u.... and a full frontal by Luke Perry!!! wait 24 is good too, but might be hard to watch if u dont have time. Almost every ep ends in a cliff hanger, making u want more!

[clemsy]

Carnivale (the second season should be released this summer) The Shield Veronica Mars Rescue Me

[without_opinion]

someone needs to second Undeclared, and that person is me. if you look closely you'll notice everyone's favorite office receptionist making a quick appearance in one episode.