series follows the fortunes of a dysfunctional Shakespearean theatre troupe, exposing the high drama, scorching battles, and electrifying thrills that happen behind the scenes. Paul Gross ( Due South ) stars as Geoffrey Tennant, the passionate but unstable artistic director of the New Burbage Theatre Festival. Haunted by the ghost of his predecessor (Stephen Ouimette), he struggles to realize his creative vision while handling touchy actors, a jittery general manager (Mark McKinney), a pretentious guest director (Don McKellar) and his own tempestuous romance with the festival's leading lady (Martha Burns). The backstage bedlam mirrors the onstage angst as Geoffrey directs three of Shakespeare's masterpieces -- Hamlet , Macbeth and King Lear...  (less)

Jeeves & Wooster , the British TV series based on the famed P.G. Wodehouse characters. Playing off Laurie is the equally splendid Stephen Fry (a longtime Laurie pal and co-star) as the arch and supremely competent valet Jeeves. The two create a winning, hilarious pair of tour guides into the rarified world of early-20th-century upper-crust England. Bertie is kind-hearted and a soft touch, and, well, not exactly street smart. When Bertie's Aunt Agatha ("the nephew-crusher") decides he must be groomed to be a proper prospective husband for a proper well-off young lady, Bertie snaps, "I don't want to be molded, I'm not a jelly!" Auntie: "That's a matter of opinion. Dear." Happily, Jeeves is there to anticipate the worst of Bertie's mishaps (usually ...  (less)

years in the making, and the equivalent of seven feature films back-to-back, this epic drama tells a story of romantic yearning and loss in the glittering but fading world of the British aristocracy between the wars. Winner of 17 international awards and starring Jeremy Irons, Anthony Andrews, Diana Quick, Sir John Gielgud, Claire Bloom, and Sir Laurence Olivier in an Emmy®-winning role. Bonus features on this edition include the 50-min. featurette Revisiting Brideshead , produced by British television to celebrate the anniversary and featuring retrospective interviews with Irons, Andrews, Quick, director Charles Sturridge, and many more. Also includes a 20-page program guide, production notes, and photo gallery.  (less)

from Bernard Cornwell's bestselling novels, Bean portrays maverick British officer Richard Sharpe who rises through the ranks of Wellington's army by his own daring deeds and ambition. Fast-moving, hard-hitting adventure, Sharpe brings to the screen all the danger, romance and sheer spectacle of one of the bloodiest periods in English warfare. Includes: Sharpe's Mission / Sharpe's Revenge / Sharpe's Justice / Sharpe's Waterloo / Sharpe the Legend approx. 8 hrs. col.  (less)

Breathing new life into Agatha Christie’s novels, these intricately plotted and thoroughly engaging whodunits feature the richly detailed settings, lush cinematography, and imaginative screenplays that won Series 1 overwhelming critical acclaim and an Emmy® nomination. McEwan imbues Miss Marple with a kindly sparkle and sly wit that prove "irresistible," raves TV Guide . "Not your mother’s Miss Marple," says the Associated Press. Sterling supporting casts that include Anthony Andrews, Michael Brandon, James D’Arcy, Geraldine Chaplin, Timothy Dalton, Frances de la Tour, Sophia Myles, Ken Russell, and Greta Scacchi further enrich this 21st century celebration of Agatha Christie’s most beloved heroine.  (less)

miserly, lecherous landlord of a rundown rooming house who becomes completely irresistible in the hands of comedy great Leonard Rossiter ( The Rise and Fall of Reginald Perrin ). And who could blame Rigsby for lusting after his long-term tenant Miss Jones (Frances de la Tour), who in turn lusts after anything in pants -- except Rigsby. With suave university student Philip (Don Warrington) lending his wry commentary on the proceedings, Rigsby gets religion, an unexpected inheritance, and -- most astonishingly -- a fiancé. Could it possibly be wedding bells for Rigsby and Miss Jones? The Episodes Hello Young Lovers Fire and Brimstone Great Expectations Pink Carnations Under the Influence Come On In the Water’s Lovely DVD SPECIAL FEATURES INCL...  (less)

Rise of Reginald Perrin) is Rigsby, the landlord from hell in this beloved comedy series. In a rundown boarding house in a northern university town, he is a ludicrous lord-of-the-manor, prying into the lives of his tenants, who give him back as good as they get. In Series 2, Miss Jones (Frances de la Tour) is swept off her feet by another man, leaving the lecherous Rigsby bereft until an artists model takes her place in the vacant room. A conman easily separates the gullible Rigsby from his money, and Alan (Richard Beckinsale) and Philip (Don Warrington) have the last laugh when Rigsby tries to convince them that the house is haunted. A Christmas special is the season's grand finale. The Episodes The Permissive Society Food Glorious Food A Body Like Mine Moonl...  (less)

Up Appearances ) stars in six new adventures that bring her face to face with the most mysterious, perplexing, and unsavory characters of her young career. Still by her side are devoted husband Robert (Derek Benfield, Rumpole of the Bailey ) and teenager Geoffrey Shawcross (Dominic Monaghan, Lord of the Rings trilogy Lost ), who’s become an able-bodied investigating sidekick to Lancashire’s "super gran sleuth." Includes two episodes not seen on the PBS Mystery! broadcast. "The most personable, down-home sleuth this side of Columbo" — The Guide (Direct TV).  (less)