Pride and Prejudice (Mini-Series) (DVD, 2001, Special Edition Widescreen)

I never get TIRED of watching this DVD *sighing with a head shake and a smile* its one of most romantic, wonderful, exciting and well directed movie I have ever seen. The first time i saw this on A&E i knew i had to get it on DVD, i have read the Jane Austen book and for me personally its more special to me seeing it come to life on tv than my first time reading it some years ago.

The chemistry between the cast is excellent Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle did a wonderful job in bringing this novel to movie to life its A MASTERPIECE, get this movie if you love romantic movies add this to your collection its 4 1/2 hours long but worth every minute of the movie....

As a costumer for dancers and actors, I use good period films for an overall feel and visual reference for my work in certain eras. Most of the time cine productions provide little in the way of accurate clothing.

I purchased this DVD because I wore the original VHS tapes out watching them so often. This A&E production is stunning, a benchmark for all the other versions that followed, and shows more depth with each viewing.

The characters are fully developed, with each person in the background staying as true to life as the main actors. (watch Mary in the scenes with Mr. Collins - she clearly has an interest in the fellow!) The dialog is well done, to the point of being able to stand alone. Combined with the fabulous cinematography it makes for a pleasurable trip back in time.

The accurate costuming with proper foundation garments and accouterments, breathtaking natural backdrops, and tiny delicious details such as Jane drying her hair in front of the fire and her father wiping his mouth on the tablecloth at dinner provide a pure clear picture of the world and time of Jane Austin.

Yes, it is as long (longer actually) than Gone With the Wind - but like that well known film, it would be so much less powerful if any existing part were removed.

No death, no violence, no sex, no profanity; yet still manages to be one of my Top 5 best movies of all time, and number 1 in close to perfect interpretation of a well written book.

It is hard to choose which version I like better, the miniseries with Colin Firth or the feature film with Kiera Knightley. And it is hard to choose between the Mr. Darcy's, Colin Firth or Matthew McFayden they both really devote themselves to the role. The miniseries is more true to the book so you can see the romance blossom and hear more speeches between Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth, which is why I bought it. This miniseries also takes much longer to get through than the big screen movie. I like the ending better in the feature film, but again it steered away from the book ending where this miniseries was more similar. You just can't go wrong with this lovely story.

Such an awesome take on the book, the movie is long but I couldn't stop watching it for the 5 1/2 straight hours! It was like when I read the book and couldn't put it down. Just wonderful justice to the book, would recommend to ANY Jane Austin fan!

The essence of the story is the antagonism between Mr. Darcy, a wealthy single man who believes Elizabeth to be beneath him, and Elizabeth, who upon being insulted at a dance by the aloof Darcy refuses to associate with him in any manner. Austen evokes incredible tension with the wit and flirtation of the two characters, and director Simon Langton (who also directed Upstairs Downstairs) successfully translates the repartee and conflict in this six-hour miniseries. Dialogue, for the most part, is painstakingly replicated, except when fleshing out and smoothing for modern sensibilities was necessary. Darcy, for instance, is drawn out, giving his personality significantly more depth. The acting sweeps you away to Regency England: Jennifer Ehle (of Wilde) is convincing as the obstinate Elizabeth, who, despite her mother's attempts to marry her off, spurs the attentions of Darcy. And Colin Firth (of The English Patient) will have women everywhere longing for a Mr. Darcy of their own.

Actors: Colin Firth, Jennifer Ehle, David Bamber, Crispin Bonham-Carter, Anna Chancellor
Directors: Simon Langton
Format: Anamorphic, Color, Special Edition, Widescreen, NTSC

Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Number of discs: 2
Studio: A&E Home Video
DVD Release Date: September 25, 2001
Run Time: 300 minutes
DVD Features:
Available Audio Tracks: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo)
Newly remastered widescreen print
Behind-the-scenes featurette
Jane Austen Biography/ Bibliography

I have read the book and I was told that the Mini -Series was more true to the book than the 2006 movie. So I purchased it and I was very pleased. I would recommend it to anyone who loved the book or who wanted a more in depth version of the story.

For anyone looking for the definitive movie version of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, this is it! The A&E miniseries is so complete and true to the book that you could (almost) get away with not reading the classic novel. Most movie adaptations are disappointing, but this miniseries has actually helped redefine the book. I can no longer read about Mr. Darcy or Elizabeth Bennet without picturing Colin Firth or Jennifer Ehle. Much of the dialogue is taken straight from the book although the director has taken a few liberties with the timeline and added an introductory scene not found in the original. A great addition to anyone's DVD collection.

Great for the Historian or the romantic at heart! I got to see some of these gorgeous gowns on display at the Fall International Quilt Festival held at the George R. Brown in Houston, Texas. I was blown away by the attention to authenticity and details on the gowns! The wonderful simple cottons that are worn by all of the ladies are such a feast for the eyes! Also easy on the eyes is the dashing Mr Darcy! This adaptation is quite long but it was thoroughly enjoyable as it gave more insight into the storyline than some of the other classic movies have been done before.

What don't I like, that is the real question... nothing! This is the greatest film ever made. Colin firth is amazing! You will just fall in love with him!

This is, by far, the best adaptation of P&P! And,... it's fun! It truly keeps to Jane Austen's spirit of the story and every character is played with authenticism. Costumes, sets, and manners are true to the period. I was surprised at how amusing the story was! Even my husband laughed!

Colin Firth steals the show as Mr. Darcy. What an actor! He simply smoulders! His portrayal is so true that one can no longer picture Darcy in any other form, once seen here. Darcy is a complex man, and not all as confident as one assumes at first. Firth brings out both Darcy's strengths and his shortcomings in a very appealing performance. Thank you very much, Mr. Firth!

Best scenes are Elizabeth's refusal of Darcy's first proposal and her confrontation with Lady Catherine. His second proposal and their reconciliation is also done perfectly. And, yes,... Mr. Darcy emerging from the lake.... need I say more? Again, thank you Mr. Firth!

This is the best by far!

I absolutely LOVE this movie. The acting is fabulous! Colin Firth shows what a superior actor he is in this movie. The feelings and thoughts of Mr. Darcy are shown so clearly on his face...even if he did not speak any lines in this movie you would understand exactly what he was trying to say!
You will never go wrong buying this movie!

I bought it as a birthday gift for a friend. It was a good price, fast shipping, and the condition was just as it was described! My friend loved it!

This is the only version to own. The casting is superb. First rate acting from first rate actors. Colin Firth is the only true Mr. Darcy. Whomever casted Matthew Macfadyen as Mr. Darcy in the 2005 version must have been smokin some serious crack. Macfadyen has the charisma of a soap dish.

Because this series is so long, it has time to fully develop the somewhat intricate plot. The acting is superb--Colin Firth is an excellent Mr. Darcy. The other characters are well-cast as well. Very true to the book, it will keep you on your toes! The scenery and music are also very appealing.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this mini-series. Even though it's a bit long (5 hours-ish), I have watched it OVER & OVER as I have had the time.

If you're reading this, chances are you've read the book. Basically, this mini-series follows Jane Austen's original manuscript faithfully. The acting is superb; the sets are absolutely gorgeous; and the costumes are lovely. I think this version is a more mature version of the book than portrayed in the recently released movie (also a great way to spend two hours).

Bonus: Colin Firth is a nice looking piece of eye candy.

If you are a Jane Austen fan, you WILL NOT be disappointed!!!

The Actors are well chosen in this great classic of class pride. In a time when wealth meant more in some circles than it does today, and villany was called what it truly was, love still triumphs.

I love this movie. I also had found out that the movie had been re-made again with Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfayden. I love both versions, however; Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth really goes by the book. Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfayden really draws you in, but leave out some of the most important details. I love Matthew as Darcy; he really draws you in and at times I wish I was Lizzy. Again, highly recommended if you believe in the power of LOVE.

I must confess, my crush with Colin Firth began when I saw him playing the role of Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudice. This novel was the first I read in English when I was 14 years old, (I come from Puerto Rico where Spanish is our First language). I remember reading it three times back to back because I loved it so much. When I saw this mini-series it took me back to that first time when I read it as a teenager.

Beautifully filmed, excellent acting, gorgeous costumes and the most true-to-book Austen film I've ever seen. I highly recommend it. Be careful though, this movie induces one to fall head-over-heels for Colin Firth!

The finest adaptation, screenplay, direction, cast and production, but Colin Firth makes his Darcy the equal of any leading man, if Gable in Gone With the Wind!

This is my favorite series and I already had the VHS with 6 tapes, but one of the tapes was broken, so I ordered the DVD. It is fine, but it gets stuck and stops in two places, which bothered me. I like the DVD because you don't have to change the disk for each episode. I can watch this over and over again, and I have!

After watching the recent Pride & Prejudice movie with Keira Knightly, my family was told about the mini-series, which was promptly bought. This mini-series follows the book more closely and the characters are great. The acting is well done and portrays the characters of Jane Austin's story.

The 2005 Pride & Prejudice with Kiera Knightly and Matthew Macfadyen is way better! This movie is more to the book, but long and boring. Matthew Macfadyen is a much better Mr. Darcy than Corlin Firth by a long shot!!