New Tricks: Season 8

Season eight (8) of the superb BBC cold case murder/mystery continues very well written mysteries that are solved by Sandra Pullman (wonderfully acted with loads of humor-- and this season with "issues" regarding her mom and love-- by Amanda Redman who appeared in "Little Dorit") and her three (3) retired "old fossils" (as the older detectives are called in one episode in Season eight-8).Season eight (8,) with ten (10) episodes that are about an hour in length on three (3) discs with bonus features, again has Pullman directing three (3) very "set in their ways" older retired cops solving some heinous "cold cases" often with current "tie-ins". These older retired cops, with their own "issues", certainly have their "own ways" of sleuthing--many time, much to the chagrin of their leader, Sandra. That said, how delightful all of the characters are in Season eight (8). My god, I do love this series because it is filled with wonderful characters, filled with humor, and filled with some well written mysteries that are solved ingeniously. I look forward to future seasons. Season eight (8) of "New Tricks" entertained me greatly.(As a side note: in this season, the character of Jack Halford, brilliantly acted by James Bolam, seems rather disgruntled a lot of the time and in the last episode, one gets the feeling that he won't be in the series for too long--too bad because the character of Jack Halford is so very steadfast and wise)

Works & arrived on time

One may immediately understand how this series is now available on DVD in its eighth series, with more series yet to be offered in the future.Most New Tricks programs are written quite well and they make for light hearted yet true-to-life stories. In actuality, this series probably offers more true-to-life events than most other similar themed programs. Over time, one gets to know the characters quite well and there is always reason to enjoy each and every of the widely divergent personalities that regularly appear in each season.While these actors may not be the pictures of perfection, the program offers insight to the many possibilities for older individuals to continue finding adventure and discovery in life.This is a series that one can also enjoy watching more than once, which would seem to be the very reason to buy a DVD in the first place.I think most viewers will find the series enjoyable and be left fulfilled at the end of each weeks adventures, while anxiously awaiting presentation of the next series.

We very much enjoy this series. The DVD arrived on time and in good condition.

This is a long running series in the U.K. and it well deserves its success. The writing and character development are spot on. The basic story line centers around a team of retired police detectives (some less willingly retired than others....) who are brought back to work on old cases and some new ones as well. They are led by a once rising officer, who had her career stalled by a very unfortunate incident involving a dog. This assignment is both her punishment, and her chance to work her way back to the fast track. No one does mystery series better than the Brits, and this is a good example of why.

New Tricks Season Eight is a mishmash in quality. The shows vary so much this season from good and garbage. It's nice to see the actors and characters back doing their thing, but, some serious problems with writing and directing is noticeable. I never paid much attention to the writer's or director's names, but after the brouhaha with Alun Armstrong and the writer/director Simpson, I started to. The funny thing is I have found that the shows written and directed by Julian Simpson are usually rather boring. The plots seem overly complicated and focus on edge of society things, like UFO hunters or some other stupid plot device like that. There is usually some weird or bizarre character or actor in his episodes too, which in itself, is bizarre! The producers seemed to hand over a lot of power to this person and he appears to take the show in a different direction, one which I personaly don't care for. Season 8 isn't a total bust and there are still highlights and good acting to be seen. It's James Bolam's last season so you don't want to miss it.

like it very much

Excellent series

My goal is to own all seasons, but started with this right now. The characters are all different in their personalities, techniques and approaches, they all give to the team something unique and yet it all comes together. Alun Armstrong plays the part of eccentric and off the wall Brian Lane so brilliantly that he has become my favorite actor.Up until now, the writers have done a great job of integrating intense drama and humor, they keep you glued to watch what is coming next in the show. Each character has been given his own set of issues that are played out well and integrated into the show. The whole series has had some intense shows that did not focus on any humor but overall, they throw enough with into it to make me laugh (a hard chore).

I was very pleased with when the set arrived, but - the case holding the disks had been cut clean threw. I have extra cases, but I hope in the future (and I believe there will be other orders)(other pieces are in perfect condition) someone will look at the "whole" product before shipping. Thank you.

New Tricks is a unique series- if you like Midsomer Murders, this one is for you. Drama, mystery, comedy- all rolled into one. Every season is better the last and I can't wait for the next one to be released.

The last season with Jack, the stories were as good as any of the previous seasons. Very high production values and excellent "real" characters!

One of my favorite British mystery series which combines so well interesting murders with great acting and beautiful scenery. Thumbs up again!!