Rumpole fans will like this lost episode. Both seller and movie are first rate. Highly recommended
"We must have it"
2008-10-04
- Reviewed By User: AZZ6IKY1MTIHX
Lovers of Rumpole will agree that there is no such thing as a bad Rumpole story. This, the first, is probably the worst. However, we see that Leo McKern has already taken the measure of the character he portrays and made it his own. John Mortimer wrote the rest of his Rumpole stories so that Leo was a perfect fit.
We expect to see Rumpole more rotund and with hair more gray, but we accept that here is a slightly younger, but still wise, version of our favorite barrister.
The price for the DVD is excessive; but what are Rumpole lovers to do? We must pay because WE MUST HAVE IT!
"Hilda........"
2008-09-14
- Reviewed By User: A1ITAB6ISDRXTR
Not bad overall, especially if you want to see a pre-Rumpole before Peggy-Thorton-Bates assumes the role of Hilda. It is only one hour and a bit pricey, but it was after all a play originally written for a BBC series. I think it was our equivalent of a "skit"? Worth a look for sure.
"Review of Rumpole of the Bailey Series"
2008-01-15
- Reviewed By User: APPDFG6MZU5W7
When Rumpole of the Bailey was first screened on Australian television many years ago my partner and I thoroughly enjoyed the series. I had been searching for any of the episodes for quite some time in Australian stores but never saw it on the shelves. When I asked about the series, either the sales person hadn't heard of it or I was advised that it wasn't available. So it was with great delight that I found I could order the series from Amazon. It's a fantastic series - albeit some of the scenes a little "dated" in this day and age but Rumpole is a most intriguing and entertaining character. I've enjoyed every episode with as much delight as when we first saw them.
"Rumpole of the Bailey (lost[original TV play] episode)"
2007-08-03
- Reviewed By User: A25K6IQCFX5SDM
For a well written and performed on air tell-play that sets the tone for a classic drama/ mystery series one could not do better than this.
Rumpole of the Bailey, that poetry-quoting British barrister, bane to prosecutors and Old Bailey judges, and well known creation of author John Mortimer, got his start in 1978 with the creation of the Rumpole series, right? Wrong! In point of fact, Rumpole first saw the light in 1975, when John Mortimer wrote a screenplay for the series Play For Today. And now, after all of these years, you can see the very first ever Rumpole of the Bailey!
This wonderful show has all of the quality that you expect from the later Rumpoles, but with a few surprises. Leo McKern appears as Horace Rumpole and David Yelland appears as his son Nick Rumpole, but those are the only faces you'll recognize. Joyce Heron appears as Hilda Rumpole, and all of the judges and lawyers are strangers. Also, most strange is Rumpole's attempt to get a client to plea bargain.
But, that aside, this is a very good Rumpole story, with an interesting plot and wonderful twist in the way that Rumpole gets his client off. So, if you are a fan of Leo McKern as Horace Rumpole, then I can definitely say that you will like this DVD. I really enjoyed seeing a Rumpole episode that I have never seen before! I love this DVD and give it my absolutely highest recommendations!
Last updated: Nov 23, 2009 at 14:38 EST. Pricing information is provided by the listed merchants. GoSale.com is not responsible for the accuracy of pricing information, product information or the images provided. Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on amazon.com or other merchants at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. As always, be sure to visit the merchant's site to review and verify product information, price, and shipping costs. GoSale.com is not responsible for the content and opinions contained in customer submitted reviews.
Expedited Available
"Good Rumpole"
"We must have it"