Darling Buds Of May

I fell in love with this family, especially Pop, the most considerate,caring, funny and yes, even sexy,character there could be.

I bought the complete series as soon as it was available here and I have now lost count of how many times I have watched it.

My husband has to travel a lot for business, so I watch the series every time I am lonely or can't get to sleep for any reason.It is my "Comfort Viewing". I only wish they would make more episodes or maybe a movie one day.That would be "Perfik".


What a Treat.   October 23, 2004
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

Well, we loved this series (all episodes and the 2 specials are included here, so you get the whole deal). We actually bought it for my mum but watched it first (I know, but she suggested it). They're like mini-movies - the writing is very strong; the production values are very high; the characters are a treat; the acting is spot on.

With a very high value per $ spent, this is absolutely value for money - we found ourselves blasting through the DVDs and, although we would welcome more, the story is complete as it stands.

Strongly recommended.


5 *'s with a qualifier   May 19, 2004
 1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I am actually recommending this SERIES, rather than this actual DVD release. I saw the entire series on PBS, and JUST LOVED IT. WHAT a great bit of writing the book is too. Very sweet, very lyrical- enchanting- happily, the films are very faithful to the novel.
My question (now that I want to buy this particular DVD collection) is, specifically: WHICH Darling Buds of May episodes are on these 5 DVD's? Titles are not listed in the product description, or even in the editorial review. There are individual DVD'S available from this series that I may want to purchase, BUT, Since I do not want to purchase duplicates, would some kind soul out there write a quick review with the titles that are included in THIS collection? I sure would appreciate it! :o)


Why aren't there more?!   April 19, 2004
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I was never so sorry to have a series come to an end! These characters wrap themselves around you and draw you into their wonderful world...a world filled with love of family, food, drink and all that life offers. Pop Larkin is one of the most charming and lovable characters ever written and Ma Larkin is a joy! The children, friends and neighbors are all so delightful and the story lines are funny and warm. I rented it first and then bought the series because I knew it was something I was going to want to go back to every now and then just for the sheer pleasure of it.