Acorn TV features the DVD debut of the limited-edition collection MIDSOMER MURDERS: John Barnaby’s Top Ten on September 17, 2019. Specially selected by star Neil Dudgeon, who stars at DCI John Barnaby, these 10 standout episodes from the fabulously macabre detective drama are presented here in a collectible limited edition set with witty and revealing anecdotes about the show’s production. The DVD 6-Disc set features the 10 episodes with the bonus commentary, plus 20 Things to Do in Midsomer… Before You Die documentary, and an exclusive set of 4 Midsomer postcards ($99.99, Amazon.com). Called a “glorious streaming service… an essential must-have” (The Hollywood Reporter), Acorn TV is North America’s most popular and largest streaming service focused on British and international television.
Ever affable and amusing, Dudgeon introduces each mystery, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and favorite memories that explain his selections and provide a window into the on-set antics. With choices like funniest moment, favorite storyline, best costumes, and unlikeliest murder weapon, these entertaining episodes highlight the many charms that make this long-running British series a hit the world over.
BONUS SPECIAL: 20 Things to Do in Midsomer…Before You Die Presented by John Nettles, the original DCI Barnaby, this hour-long documentary features stars past and present discussing the peculiar quirks of the delightful yet deadly county. Hear stories from the set and revisit the show’s most memorable moments, from famous guest stars to fatal festivals, with appearances by Neil Dudgeon, Daniel Casey, Jane Wymark, Jason Hughes, Nick Hendrix, and more.
My Thoughts
If you are a fan of Law & Order, you're going to love its British rural counterpart, "Midsomer Murders". In the county of Midsomer, things aren't always what they seem, and there is murder lurking behind many of the well trimmed hedges. The series, which was inspired by the novels by Caroline Graham, offers a selection of murder mysteries filled with intrigue and drama. Each episode stands on its own and offers its own unique and suspenseful story-line. The collector's gives us John Barnaby's best episodes and includes a great cast with lots of British humor. Here's a little about each one:
Death in the Slow Lane - A classic car show becomes a crime scene after a murder takes place in on e of the vehicles.
The Dark Rider - Sightings of a headless horseman spell doom for members of the aristocratic DeQuetteville family as they plan a Civil War battle reenactment.
A Dying Art—A wealthy collector's body is made part of his own art show.
A Sacred Trust - A cloistered nun is strangled to death.
The Killings at Copehagen - Barnaby heads to Copehnhagen to help out the Danish police when a local is poisoned on a business trip
Habeas Corpus—The body of an old man disappears, Barnaby and Nelson hunt for a serial body-snatcher.
Dark Secrets - Barnaby and Jones investigate the strange death of a social services employee.
Schooled in Murder - A woman is killed---crushed by a giant wheel of cheese. She's made some enemies at the diary where she worked because she was fighting for modernization
Drawing Dead - A supermodel is murdered at a comic festival.
The Incident at Cooper Hill - A forest ranger dies and it's possible aliens are involved.
If you want to get the advantage of a full set of amazing stories that will leave you on the edge of your seat, than this is the box set for you. You can order Midsomer Murders John Barnaby's Top on DVD or Blu-ray at Acorn Media or online at Amazon.
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