Comedy

• The Blues Brothers | DVD | (05/06/2006) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £15.99

  For a limited time only, Universal Pictures are re-releasing some of their most beloved Cinema Classics in cinemas around the UK, including "The Blues Brothers".

• Jimmy Carr In Concert | DVD | (03/11/2008) from £11.98   |  Saving you £-4.00 (N/A%)   |  RRP £5.99

  Britain's foremost multi award-winning joke technician Jimmy Carr returns with his fourth live stand up DVD, "Jimmy Carr In Concert".

• Open All Hours - Series 1 | DVD | (30/09/2002) from £4.87   |  Saving you £9.38 (259.83%)   |  RRP £12.99

  Already old-fashioned when the show was made, Open All Hours now seems like a glimpse into a much earlier world. Ronnie Barker stars as Arkwright, a tight-fisted middle-aged Doncaster shopkeeper, while David Jason as Arkwright's nephew Granville makes deliveries by bicycle in a manner more evocative of the 1930s than the 70s. Barker's relationship with Jason parallels his rapport with Richard Beckinsale in Porridge (1974-8), and while the pair may not be in prison, the confines of the small general dealer's shop often seem like that to Granville. Even though at 36 Jason was patently way too old for the supposedly teenage Granville, he and Barker made a great double act. The dry Northern humour centres mostly on money and sex, the latter interest in Arkwright's case being the buxom charms of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel, very well played by Lynda Baron. Like writer Roy Clarke's Last of the Summer Wine, the episodes are more amusing character sketches than stories, with the 1973 pilot and first regular episode "Full of Mysterious Promise" serving simply to introduce the players. In "A Mattress on Wheels", Arkwright is tempted to buy a van, and in "A Nice Cosy Little Disease" decides a fake illness will prompt Gladys Emmanuel to provide more than NHS standard TLC. "Beware of the Dog" is Arkwright's response to an attempted burglary, while when his best friend dies he plans a "Well Catered Funeral". Finally, in "Apples and Self Service", paranoia defeats Arkwright's attempts to move with the times. On the DVD: Open All Hours has a 4:3 picture that is exceptional for a 1970s sitcom, while the mono sound is excellent. Extras are a reasonably detailed text biography of series writer Roy Clarke, and, much more notably, a complete bonus episode, the 1973 series pilot. The picture quality of this is not up to that of the series proper, but it is perfectly fine for vintage BBC TV. --Gary S Dalkin

• The Hound Of The Baskervilles | DVD | (30/08/2004) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £1.99

  It could have been a stroke of genius reuniting Peter Cooke and Dudley Moore in a send-up of The Hound of the Baskervilles. In the event, director Paul Morrissey goes for Carry On-style humour: plenty of coarse word-play and camp innuendo, but little wit or subtlety. Cooke is a rather androgynous Sherlock Holmes, while Moore inexplicably attempts a Welsh accent to portray Dr Watson (his cameo as Holmes' mother is far less contrived). The support cast is a compendium of British comedy acting of the period--all now departed, and clearly relishing the one-liners and musical-hall farce. There are excellent contributions from Max Wall, Joan Greenwood (priceless in the seduction scene), and--in one of his last major screen appearances--Terry Thomas, as well as a winning "madame" from Penelope Keith. Don't expect even a free adaptation of Conan Doyle's novel, just let the humour take its enjoyably silly course. On the DVD: The Hound of the Baskervilles film reproduces very decently in the 4:3 aspect ratio, with stereo sound that's not too artificial in effect. Special features consist of nine biographical overviews, the re-release trailer, and a six-minute interview with director Morrissey. Die-hard fans of "Pete and Dud" will most welcome the inclusion of the original theatrical feature, playing for almost 80 minutes and featuring extra footage of Moore's wonderfully inept piano playing. --Richard Whitehouse

• Big Momma's House | DVD | (14/05/2001) from £5.99   |  Saving you £7.00 (53.90%)   |  RRP £12.99

  No one tries very hard in Big Momma's House, so your enjoyment of this Martin Lawrence vehicle pretty much depends on how much amusement you're able to derive from a guy dressed up as a very ample woman. The setup is of the eye-rolling, only-in-Hollywood nature: Lawrence, as detective Malcolm Turner, is after a killer, and apparently the only way to capture him is to pose as the bad guy's ex-girlfriend's grandmother, who--the film cannot stress this point too much--is quite large. Apparently, Sherry (Nia Long), the young woman in question--she's as attractive as Big Momma is, well, you know--is none too bright, for she falls for Malcolm's ruse, which of course ostensibly amuses mainly because it's so transparent. She at least has an excuse--she hasn't seen Big Momma in two years--but Big Momma's oblivious friends must be functional morons. Screenwriters Darryl Quarles and Don Rhymer didn't tax themselves very much, as they have Malcolm-as-Big-Momma going through fairly predictable motions--botching a meal and delivering a baby unconventionally (Big Momma's a midwife), but ruling at basketball and self-defence and protecting Sherry while trying vainly not to flirt with her. Paul Giamatti is wasted as Malcolm's partner; director Raja Gosnell's clunky sense of comic rhythm is bewildering, because he used to be an editor (he brought a similar lack of magic to Home Alone 3). Lawrence won't have anyone forgetting Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon in Some Like It Hot, Dustin Hoffman in Tootsie, or Robin Williams in Mrs Doubtfire anytime soon. Eddie Murphy in The Nutty Professor 2: The Klumps is far more accomplished, versatile, and funny. --David Kronke, Amazon.com

• Caroline In The City - The Complete Series 4 | DVD | (26/06/2006) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £24.99

  Unplug the phone grab a tub of haagen dazs and settle down for a night in with Caroline In The City. The complete fourth Series of the smash US hit sitcom 'Caroline In The City'. Episodes comprise: 1.Caroline And The Guys In The Bathroom 2.Caroline And The Office 3.Caroline And The Rotten Plum 4.Caroline And The Drycleaner 5.Caroline And The Paper Chase 6.Caroline And The Big Night 7.Caroline And The Diva 8.Caroline And The Booby Trap 9.Caroline And The Bar Mitzvah 10

• The Smoking Room: Series 1 | DVD | (06/02/2006) from £5.35   |  Saving you £14.64 (273.64%)   |  RRP £19.99

  The Smoking Room continues the rich vein of comedy that's being shown on BBC3 - fast becoming the channel for British comedy. In the world of work there is only one place where seniority counts for nothing where shop-talk is banned and where the last bastions against fresh air and desk-based massage gather regularly to discuss the minutiae of their lives: the smoking room. Here in this protected environment crossword addict Barry; lazy chav lothario Clint;

• Staggered | DVD | (26/11/2001) from £13.52   |  Saving you £-0.53 (N/A%)   |  RRP £12.99

  Neil's stag night turns into a nightmare when he is flown drugged to a remote Scottish island and left naked and penniless. Now he has only three days to get to London for his wedding...

• Hairspray Special Edition | DVD | (17/04/2019) from £5.94   |  Saving you £19.05 (320.71%)   |  RRP £24.99

  It's 1962 and change is in the air in Baltimore. Tracy Turnblad a girl with big hair and big dreams has only one passion in life - to dance on The Corny Collins Show. When her chance arrives she grooves her way into instant stardom and the eyes of teen dream Link Larkin (Zac Efron). But with the program's scheming stage manager (Michelle Pfeiffer) against her trend-setting Tracy will need the help of her best friend Penny (Amanda Bynes) her big-hearted mother (John Travolta) and sassy co-host Motormouth Maybelle (Queen Latifah) to show the world that all it takes to make a dream come true is a toe-tappin' beat and a little Hairspray!

• Norman Wisdom - Trouble in Store | DVD | (30/09/2010) from £6.73   |  Saving you £-1.74 (N/A%)   |  RRP £4.99

  Trouble In Store finds our Norman in his very first film causing havoc in a department store. You see, Norman wants to be a window dresser for a large department store, but realising his dream is not as easy as he first envisioned. However, when he eventually gets the job his employers have him to thank for foiling a robbery...

• Lee Evans - Access All Arenas | DVD | (16/11/2009) from £3.80   |  Saving you £16.19 (426.05%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Features all of the hilarious moments taken from the Lee Evan's arena tours including - 'Wired & Wonderful - Live At Wembley' (2002) 'XL Tour 2005' and 'Big - Live At The 02' (2008) all introduced by Lee himself. Plus an exclusive interview - 'Lee Evans Even Closer' with Phil Jupitus recorded for the DVD as well as the best of 'Live In Scotland' (1998). There will also be a very special recording of the fan's favourite Bohemian Rhapsody as you have never seen it before.

• Des O'Connor - Vol.1 | DVD | (22/06/2009) from £8.98   |  Saving you £13.00 (185.98%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Des O'Connor: Vol.1 (2 Disc)

• Hobson's Choice | DVD | (11/08/2008) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £15.99

  A story of feminism in 19th Century Salford Hobson's Choice deals with the empowering of female characters. Henry Hobson is a widower with a weakness for the pub and the owner of a successful bootmakers. In order to save his finances he denies his three daughters the right to marry. So in rebellion against her father eldest daughter Maggie starts up a relationship and rival bootmakers with Henry's star employee Will.

• The Pirate Movie | DVD | (28/07/2003) from £17.53   |  Saving you £-4.54 (-34.90%)   |  RRP £12.99

  Buckle your swash and jolly your roger for the funniest rock n' rollickin' adventure ever! A parody pastiche of Hollywood's finest films including Star Wars in which a naive pirate captain's son must rescue the girl he loves from a a ruthless band of sea-fareing knaves...

• Charley's | DVD | (23/04/2007) from £11.11   |  Saving you £-1.12 (N/A%)   |  RRP £9.99

  The plot is based on the well-known play 'Charley's Aunt'. Three Oxford undergraduates get into a series of scrapes from which they believe that they can only escape being sent down if one impersonates the aunt of another.

• That 70s Show Season 5 | DVD | (02/04/2007) from £12.99   |  Saving you £17.00 (56.70%)   |  RRP £29.99

  The complete fifth season of the '70's-inspired cult comedy series That '70s Show. Flash on back to the swinging '70s where there's a whole lotta love going around in the gang's senior year. Jackie is secretly making out with Hyde even though she still has the hots for Kelso. But Eric and Donna soon have a bigger secret after Eric gives her a diamond ring. Even Fez finally finds love at the DMV. But it's the job fair that has everyone thinking of life after high school. Kelso toys with the idea of becoming a cop while Donna and Eric plan on moving in together. But it's Fez's future that may be the most uncertain after he learns he's being deported! Episodes Comprise: 1. Going To California 2. I Can't Quit You Babe 3. What Is And What Should Never Be 4. Heartbreaker 5. Ramble On 6. Over The Hills And Far Away 7. Hot Dog 8. Thank You 9. Black Dog 10. The Crunge 11. The Girl I Love 12. Misty Mountain Hop 13. Your Time Is Gonna Come 14. Babe I'm Gonna Leave You 15. When The Levee Broke 16. Whole Lotta Love 17. The Battle Of Evermore 18. Hey Hey What Can I Do 19. Bring It On Home 20. No Quarter 21. Trampled Under Foot 22. You Shook Me 23. Nobody's Fault But Mine 24. Immigrant Song 25. Celebration Day

• Keeping Up Appearances - The Essential Collection | DVD | (08/10/2007) from £32.88   |  Saving you £27.11 (82.45%)   |  RRP £59.99

  The lady of the house Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge) has turned being a snob into an art form. Her surname is pronounced ""Bouquet"" don't you know... Her long-suffering husband Richard (Clive Swift) keeps his head down and does his best to live with her domineering ways. But Hyacinth's a determined lady with one mission in life - to impress!

• Lee Nelson Live | DVD | (19/11/2012) from £4.92   |  Saving you £15.07 (306.30%)   |  RRP £19.99

  The legend behind BBC Three’s hit comedy series Lee Nelson’s Well Good Show brings his live stand-up to DVD for the first time. Filmed at London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire as part of a 65-date national tour, the show is his funniest yet. And you’re in for a VERY BIG treat as Lee will be joined by his best mate and ‘fat legend’ Omelette.

• Viva La Bam - Complete Seasons 4 And 5 | DVD | (09/10/2006) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £29.99

  Does Bam Margera embark upon insane pointless exploits in order to shock a sluggish public into having a genuine dialog on societal norms and values? Nah. He does it because he can. And this time it's even crazier than ever as Bam and the boys send off the series in style. Pity April Phil Vito and the town of West Chester PA one last time in Seasons 4 and 5 of Vive La Bam.

• This Must Be The Place | DVD | (13/08/2012) from £5.04   |  Saving you £12.95 (72.00%)   |  RRP £17.99

  THIS MUST BE THE PLACE premiered at this year's Cannes Film Festival and stars Sean Penn as an ageing rock star who decides to find his father's tormentor, an ex-Nazi war criminal who's living somewhere in the US.