Boston Legal: Seasons 1-3

James Spader (Actor), Julie Bowen (Actor), Adam Arkin (Director), Format: DVD

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The first three seasons of the hit ABC show.

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.7 x 5.6 x 3.5 inches; 2.4 Pounds
Director ‏ : ‎ Adam Arkin, Allison Liddi-Brown, Andrew Bernstein, Arlene Sanford, Bill D'Elia
Media Format ‏ : ‎ NTSC
Release date ‏ : ‎ October 9, 2007
Actors ‏ : ‎ James Spader, Julie Bowen, Mark Valley, Rene Auberjonois, Constance Zimmer
Studio ‏ : ‎ MAGIPEA
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000VWEG3E

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University DocTop Contributor: Camping

I really love this show!! Too bad it was cancelled.

Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2010

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I really love this show! Honestly, it's often over the top, but the characters are three-dimensional. Each episode has humor, and great storylines. All the episodes are hilarious in the first three seasons. Though, the best of the series, the chemistry didn't, in my opinion, really start until Candice Bergen joined the cast a few episodes in. The chemisty between Bergen and William Shatner are hilarious, yet sometimes touching. All the characters are great and play a purpose, but they make the show. The friendship between Denny and Alan on screen make you think they're friends in real-life, though story has it that they can't stand each other.
It's a shame the powers that be cancelled this show. Story has it the network never liked it;it offended them. Sorry, guys, but the truth hurts. Boston Legal does a great job of portraying the field of law; how the game is played, how very stupid the players can be. I recommend this show without any problem.

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G D

Spectacular

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2012

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Boston Legal is one of my all time favorite shows. Unfortunately, after only 5 seasons they stopped airing and episodes are difficult to find. So, I came onto Amazon and purchased Seasons 1-3. I did not purchase 4 or 5. Why? I view the enjoyment received from Boston Legal like a Bell Curve. That is, enjoyment begins in season 1, increases in season 2, increases to its peak in season 3, and then decreases in 4 and even more in 5. That's not to say that seasons 4 and 5 are not enjoyable -- they just, in my opinion, are not as enjoyable, probably due to removing a few main characters from the earlier seasons and adding new ones in 4.

Three, by far, is the best. Perhaps due to Lincoln Meyer.

Overall, I recommend this buy. As far as the purchasing of individual seasons of television shows go, this package is a steal. I guarantee that if you haven't already seen Boston Legal, you'll love it as much as I did after a few episodes.

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William Molnar

Verdict in: Justice is served!

Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2008

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Boston Legal is an irreverant, funny and thought provoking series about a law firm full of quirky and offbeat lawyers (mainly Spade and Shatner) and thier interactions with each other and in the court rooms. It raises questions that should be discussed and looked at in depth but does so in a much less heavy handed way than the Practice used to deliver.

The dialogue is what sets this show apart from most other shows. It is often fast paced and witty and some things can fly over your head at times which you might not notice until a second viewing. All the characters rise above stock characterizations (even court judges and other characters are more fleshed out as the series continues). Sure it is over the top at times and may offend the sensiblities of serious types, but it is a strong entertainment entry and whether you agree with the arguements or not most cases are not short changed and are presented with the full spectrum. I don't think this show will ever rise much more in popularity, but it is strong and worth the investment in time. The cast is forever changing with characters (and actors) coming and going, but each addition seems to keep it fresh and frantic which is what I assume David E Kelly is looking for. It may seem like a quick money job for him, but underneath the cheese and production you can find real value and heart--- which is surprising with how ABC markets it at times. Its no L.A. Law for dramatic effect and its not entirely Desperate Housewives odd either---its a hybird and a nice destination for tv viewing in an otherwise overblown "reality" show tv landscape. For my vote I always try to catch it when ABC allows me to and this dvd set of Seasons 1-3 was money well spent. I just hope it makes it at least 2 more seasons as I pay attention to that sort of thing and use it as a benchmark of some success in the life of a show. Please if you get the chance catch the show and judge for yourself!

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A.C. DoyleTop Contributor: Pets

Such fun!

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2008

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I discovered "Boston Legal" through a friend's recommendation - I would never have watched it otherwise. I was hooked to the point where I bought this collection - I've never bought a DVD before. The writing is phenomenal, the acting is great, and it's interesting to see the evolution of the characters. The show is just so funny! Coming from a family full of lawyers (not me!), I can report that while many viewers may think that some of the lunacy is over the top - it isn't! There are some deeply weird clients - and lawyers - out there.

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Ryan Scarbrough

One of the best purchases I've ever made

Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2008

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Boston Legal is a sexy, dramatic, comedy surrounding the lives of a team of lawyers working for a law firm, Crane, Pool, and Schmidt in Boston. The ridiculous situations that the characters get into will keep you laughing and guessing as to what will happen next. I watched the entire series in two weeks over Winter break because I couldn't put it down. It didn't hurt that I got them all on sale for around $60. The show has a certain decorum that you'd expect to be associated with a prestigious law firm, but it is constantly undermined by the hilarious Alan Shore and Denny Crane. I'd probably recommend this series to people age 16+ because it has a certain maturity level as far as sexual encounters are concerned.

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Jeffrey Williams

BOSTON LEGAL - SERIES 1 through 3

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2008

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Boston Legal is one of the most superlatively produced, directed and acted programs to be aired in the last 60 years !! It boasts wit, humour, intelligence, pathos, and has the ability to totally suspend disbelief !! the stellar cast (James Spader is positively sublime <this from my wife Michelle !!>) plus a host of ''heavy hitters'' which would grace the 'A' list of ANY production.

The sublime ensemble acting, the concise and beautifully orchestrated direction - it all works together to make television history. I would have paid TWICE the price !! If A TEN STAR RATING means anything, it is that and more.

FOR ABSOLUTE EXCELLENCE read: BOSTON LEGAL

With gratitude to all involved
in bringing this masterpiece
to the small screen...

Jeffrey and Michelle Williams

ps. and well done for landing more than
one 'haymaker' on the truly despicable
Bush administration !!

BRAVO !!!

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