The Forsyte Saga (DVD, 2004)

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The Forsyte Saga, in telling the remarkable story of a nouveau riche English family, introduced the world to a new kind of TV. Millions of people devoted the next half year of their lives to following the frank treatment of all the sins, foibles and peccadillos of the Forsytes and their circle. The passing decades can never the erase the memory of their extraordinary evenings with the Forsytes: Kenneth More as Jo, the philosophical outsider; Eric Porter as Soames, the grasping man of property; Nyree Dawn Porter as Irene, "born to be loved and to love" and in later episodes, Susan Hampshire in an Emmy-winning performance as Fleur, Soame's 'restless' daughter. With 150 characters, 2000 separate costumes and over 100 sets, this sprawling yet intimate saga continues to move, provoke and entrance viewers today.

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An epic television mini-series, this 1960's BBC production was avidly followed by audiences around the world. The literary adaptation follows the Victorian pride of the Forsyte family through the scandals, traumas and mistakes of the family, particularly involving the pent-up Soames (Eric Porter) and his bohemian brother Jolyon (Kenneth More). Following an unsuccessful marriage to caged-bird Irene (Nyree Dawn Porter) culminating in a shocking rape scene--Soames' cold ways change when his child grows up to be a captivating young woman (Susan Hampshire) who carries on the family tradition of strong-willed rebellion. Based on John Galsworthy's Nobel Prize winner. Contains all 26 episodes.

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EAN5014503148720
eBay Product ID (ePID)30742991

Product Key Features

Film/TV TitleThe Forsyte Saga
Release Year2004
FormatDVD
LanguageEnglish
FranchiseForsyte Saga
FeaturesBlack & White, Featurette - 1. FROM THE REHEARSAL ROOM\2. BEHIND-THE-SCENES INTERVIEWS\3. SOAMES & IRENE\4. THE FORSYTE PHENOMENON\Outtakes\Deleted and Alternate Scenes\Cast Biographies
GenreDrama, Period
Run Time999 Mins

Additional Product Features

Certificate12A/12
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Number of Discs6
AuthorJohn Galsworthy
Sound sourceDolby Digital Mono
Movie/TV TitleThe Forsyte Saga

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  • All time classic

    An all time TV characterisation drama hit. Not hard to see why with the quality of cast, and the design of the sets. I would recommend this to any drama lover.

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  • One of the greatest BBC series ever made.

    I watched the series as a teenager when it was first shown by the BBC. I am currently up to the fourteenth programme and I am surprised how much I remember. The biggest problem I have is that if I am not careful I will end up falling a sleep late at night watching the series. I have always wondered why the BBC have never repeated the series, I had thought that the BBC had wiped the tapes. A comment in the local paper made me search for the DVD and it has proved a most enjoyable investment, I wish I had known about the DVDs years ago.

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  • The best version.

    Having just re-read the book I wanted to see the old 1967 version, and it was a delight to watch. The casting and acting were superb and clearly spoken. Each disc is in its own pocket, so easy to put in and out. Sad that it wasn't in colour then, but still so good.

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  • the original forsyte saga

    excellent value, just as advertised. 7 dvd's 4 episodes each of roughly an hour. ok a bit dated now in black and white, but good viewing still.

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  • They don't make 'em like that any more

    I really enjoyed this. I watched it in the 60's but had forgotten a lot of it. Wonderful acting, you can hear every syllable, great cast of character, congratulations to the casting team. I bought it as there was nothing but sport on the TV and I couldn't have enjoyed it more. The only thing that would have made it perfect would be if they had shot it in colour but it really didn't spoil the enjoyment of the series, it's just that I love to see the costumes in all their detail. I would certainly recommend it.

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  • True Classic

    Engrossing drama acted by actors who could project their voices and not mumble! Saw part of the original transmissions on BBC2 when it first came out. It’s good to revisit this production, a true classic.

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  • Amazing! 👍🏼

    I watched it on TV many years ago and it brings back memories - the beginning of the story is in black and white!

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  • Nostalgic viewing!

    This was the original BBC series from the sixties. It was am amazing success then - and I can see why. A great storyline about a wealthy extended family at a time when desperate poverty was common in Britain and Ireland. Superb acting and a delight to watch - even though it was monochrome!

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  • Good DVD transfer of old BBC classic. The addition of subtitles is a bonus,

    Good DVD transfer of old BBC classic. The addition of subtitles is a bonus,

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  • Saga is the right description. Great story

    Very gripping story, difficult to stop watching it

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