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• Actors: Tina Kellegher, Lorcan Cranitch, Frankie McCafferty, Joe Savino, James Ellis
• Directors: Chris Clough, Mike Cocker, Paul Duane, Peter Lydon, Simon Massey
• Writers: Declan Croghan, Jimmy Doyle, Jonathan Critchley
• Format: Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo)
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
• Number of discs: 3
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: BBC Warner
• DVD Release Date: February 13, 2007
• Run Time: 570 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B000JLTS8A
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #43,952 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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A warm and dynamic comedy-drama about an Irish village, Ballykissangel blends whimsy, heartbreak, and gorgeous scenery with deft charm. Though the first few series were built around the local priest, in the fifth series the storylines are evenly spread among the entire cast (even as some major characters leave and others arrive). The season is driven by romances: Troubled Niamh (Tina Kellegher, The Snapper) grapples with her love for Sean (Lorcan Cranitch, Dancing at Lughnasa), knowing it spells the end of her marriage to Ambrose (Peter Hanly, Braveheart)--but little does she suspect the form that end will take; and svelte and sexy Orla (Victoria Smurfit, Trial and Retribution) finds a new interest in rangy sailor Connor (Owen Teale, Island at War). Meanwhile, adventures abound, ranging from a hot air balloon race to gangsters seeking stolen caviar to the unexpected appearance of an automatic toilet. The arrival of the Dooley family and new police officer Frankie Sullivan (Catherine Cusack) brings a whole set of new character and new relationships to the village, all explored with the same intelligence and heart that's marked the series from its inception. And of course there's hunky Colin Farrell (Miami Vice) as an earnest young farmer (though his role this season is more peripheral than in the previous series). Newcomers to the show will find themselves hooked by the end of the first episode of this series. Fans of Northern Exposure or similar American shows may find a kindred sensibility in Ballykissangel. --Bret Fetzer

Product Description

Life is a challenge for any priest in a small mountain town. In Series 5, Father Aiden O'Connell finds himself dealing with a new romance for Niamh and Orla, a new garda for Bally K, and the return of an old rival for Brian Quigley. He also runs into some troubles of his own.

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The final season with Tony Doyle's "Brian Quigley" franchise character., February 9, 2007

By	tendays komyathy (U.S.A. & elsewhere traveling) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

The Episodes:
1: Two Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
2: Hello and Farewell
3: Catch of the Day Episode
4: Moving Out
5: Eureka Episode
6: Behind Bars Episode
7: Brendan's Crossing Episode
8: A Few More Dollars
9: The Outsiders Episode
10: With a Song in My Heart Episode
11: Love Labors Episode
12: The Wedding

Welcome back to Ireland and your favorite townsfolk in BallyKissangel---well, actually, all of them are not on board for season 5, but enough of them are for this season to be an enjoyable one nevertheless. Father Aidan's return, in my opinion, is crucial herein. After 3 years of Father Peter Clifford, it's welcoming to have the same local priest around for a second year running. The priest is, generally speaking, the central focus of this drama set---and filmed---in Ireland; in Avoca, in case you're in the Dublin area. It's not too far away for a glass of stout in Fitzgerald's Bar if you're driving south. Interestingly too, Don Wycherley, who plays Father Aiden is Tina Kellegher's (Niamh) real-life brother-in-law, providing an extra dose of natural emotion in this warm-hearted program.

Change is represented by the arrival of a new police Guard to town, and the character is a winning one---a woman this time, going by the name of Frankie, but she's attractive and capable in the role; but also rather more of a "tough guy" than Guard Egan (though also likable) ever was during the first 4 years. Ambrose Egan's widow, the aforementioned Niamh (who can be seen in the fine Irish drama by the title of "The Hanging Gale" with the fabulous Michael Kitchen starring), is the star of this season. Tony Doyle, who plays her father Brian Quigley remains the character around whom the show really revolves; or his schemes, doings, etc. are responsible for many happenings in this series, as per the norm with previous seasons of BallyK.

And also returning, fortunately, are the characters of Sean Dillon, and Orla. So there isn't much to complain about regarding season 5 (well, of course, there are some things, but not worth harping on here as they aren't that troublesome). I wish the same could be said about season 6, but unfortunately, that's when a slew of characters leave the show. So, enjoy this season all the more! Cheers

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, March 8, 2007

By	Phillip Nino (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Being a big fan of the Ballykissangel series, I own and have watched all the previous. And unfortunately each series has gotten progessively more disappointing with this one actually not watchable. Its slow, boring, and has officailly Jumped the Shark. I'd pass this over and stick to the first three in the series.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ballyk bright and beautiful, February 16, 2007

By	Lois A. Leonte - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If this series only included disc 1 and 3 it would have been enough for the true Ballyk fans. The new actress (Frankie) is the downside for this series, she lacks the Ballyk spirit. Romance between Niamh and Sean is as gut wretching as that between Asumpta and Peter. This series is filled with light and beauty of the surrounding hills and farms seen from a hot air balloon, series 4 was dark and foreboding, this counteracts that. Liam and Donal, Brian, Father Max, Brenden and Shaboan are the same and hopefully remain the same in series 6 (which if anyone knows when it will be released please post it). We miss Aman,and Kathleen has two personalities in this series which a true fan will welcome. Can't wait for series 6.