Endeavour S1-9: Collector's Edition [DVD]

This nine - season show represents some of the best writing and acting of any crime show I've seen, and it's my favourite genre. All episodes were written by Russell Lewis, and because of this, and the man's talent, the arcs of all of the main characters are subtly and beautifully developed over the entire nine year run. In addition, each 90 minute episode is actually a movie in scope, pacing and complexity. Three mysteries convolve in each, and are skilfully woven into the character development. A tour de force of writing and concept. Shaun Evans as the brilliant (and possibly slightly autistic, but very likeable) Endeavour Morse is subtle, sympathetic and in my book, gives us a master class in acting. Roger Allam as Fred Thursday, his mentor/father figure is equally remarkable - subtle, solid, layered. The sense of period (mid sixties to late seventies) is pitch perfect, and the Oxford setting and the use of classical music make it elegiac. Altogether a transporting journey. If you love the genre you will not be disappointed. It is simply riveting, and subtle enough to be enjoyed multiple times. I'm on my third viewing now, and still finding new things. Genius.

I can't fault the series which is an excellent addition to the other "Morseworld" shows. I bought this as a gift for my partner at Christmas. As she has hearing difficulties she somewhat relies on subtitles. The very first disc which contained the pilot episode would not play at all, even after trying it on other machines! Discs two and three were ok but after that (at least as far as we've gone) the subtitle option seems to be stuck on "off" and nothing will shift it. I had to buy the first disc again (very cheap) to see the pilot. Despite these manufacturing faults I rate the series very highly as entertainment..

Very disappointed indeed. Series 1 disk 2 completely unplayable. Stops dead in machine. Need replacement

Mrs G and I have thoroughly enjoyed every episode of Endeavour. Writing and cast superb in every episode with Endeavour played brilliantly by Sean Evans.Many nods to John Thaw and the original Morse series which fans will spot immediately, but not an issue if you start here.We wish there could be more, but will make do with this perfectly crafted series.

The young Morse. The storylines and plots are good and the acting is excellent. A good cast, and very enjoyable.

Every actor in this was well casted. But for me Roger Allam is the star. His portrayal as DCI Thursday is mesmerising. The hard no nonsense seen it all done it all cop who takes the young DC Morse under his wing is totally believable! Brilliant script’s and brilliant acting from all. If you loved John Thaw in Morse you’ll enjoy watching this. Well recommended!!!!!

Great stuff, great storyline, keeps you there, great acting, really enjoying the box set, very good quality and excellent value.

For £80 I found the box set difficult. No separate sleeves and awkward. Now invested an extra £10 on cardboard sleeves to store properly….disappointed but looking forward to watching it all.