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The West Wing - The Complete Series Collection | 
 enlarge | Director: Jason Ensler
Actors: Martin Sheen, Allison Janney, John Spencer
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
List Price: $299.98
Buy New: $132.49
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Rating:  161 reviews
Sales Rank: 301
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 45
Running Time: 42
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5
Dimensions (in): 11 x 7.3 x 3.1
MPN: WARD82000D
UPC: 012569820005
EAN: 0012569820005
ASIN: B000HC2LI0
Theatrical Release Date: November 7, 2006
Release Date: November 7, 2006
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Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 11/07/2006
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 Best of the WEST February 24, 2007
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I remember very distinctly the revelatory feeling I had back in the Fall of '99 as I tuned in to this much-ballyhooed series from some guy named Aaron Sorkin, who had previously worked on a show I'd never watched (Sports Night) and a couple of movies I'd never seen (The American President, A Few Good Men). It took mere minutes for me to realize that this Sorkin guy was the real deal.
In rapid-fire succession we were introduced to Sam Seaborne (Rob Lowe), Leo McGarry (John Spencer), CJ Cregg (Allison Janney), Josh Lyman (Bradley Whitford), and Toby Ziegler (Richard Schiff), the senior staff of a fictional presidential administration, along with the equally-rapid-fire walk-and-talk style that became the series' hallmark under director/executive producer Thomas Schlamme.
By the time that first episode ended, with its closing minutes serving as our first introduction to President Josiah Bartlet (Martin Sheen), intoning "I am the Lord thy God..." with his trademark twinkle, I was hooked. Somehow Sorkin, assisted ably by his journeyman cast of famous and familiar faces, had managed to make me care about a show I had no business caring about. Those first few seasons were about as perfect a collective of television episodes as has ever been produced. Ever. And they have the raft of Emmys (24) to prove it.
It's truly a testament to the bravura power of creator Sorkin that he was able to create characters of such lasting vividity that three years after his exit that initial fondness diminished not one iota, not even through cast departures bitter (Lowe's salary-dispute led to his exit in year four) and sudden (Spencer's death by heart attack).
Looking back at real-life events of the past six years, from 9/11 to Afghanistan to Iraq, from rendition to torture to domestic spying, it was always reassuring to cast a wistful eye towards The West Wing, and imagine a White House where intelligence prevailed over belligerence, and what was right was more important than what was expedient. It made us believe that public service was something honorable. Maybe it was misguided idealism, but idealism is something I think we place too low a premium on. The West Wing made us believe in idealism as a trait that's worth having.
And so, as he heads off to the Valhalla of syndicated immortality, let us stop to bid a hearty hail and farewell to Jed Bartlet, the greatest president we never had.
The faux-leather attache case contains the entire series on forty-five discs, plus the complete pilot script written by the man himself. Whether you followed the show for the duration of its run or haven't yet had the pleasure, there's never been a better way to own one of the greatest shows in TV history than in this gorgeous box.
Why this series is important. October 9, 2006
72 out of 90 found this review helpful
I think this set has a few advantages that will make it an essential part of many collections. First off, it's a visually beautiful DVD set. From the single picture, I can see that a lot of thought was put into the packaging. This makes the set stand out far above the standard cardboard flip books that make up most sets.
Next up, it'll make a great set to give to people as a Christmas gift. Now I know that many DVD sets are given out each year, but this is different. It can be argued that the entire series was created and maintained with one goal in mind..... to raise the level of public debate, and to educate our society in the workings of the government. THAT makes this a set that I can't wait to buy, and lend out to younger adults. These kids will one day be our leaders, and even if they don't agree with the politics of the series, they could gain a thirst for serving the people.
Also, as other members in the "club" of faithful fans can understand, the money is a small price to pay for a complete set of this wonderful series. It's not just the politics, but the characters brought to life by a perfect combination of talent. This series was more than something to talk about over the water cooler, it changed lives. For me, they became like members of my family. I have many goals to accomplish in my 70ish years on this earth, one is to sit down and meet Richard Schiff. This series will show you why.
Thank God! October 10, 2006
33 out of 41 found this review helpful
I'm so happy I didn't buy any of the individual season box sets, 'cause while this is 200 bucks, it is totally worth it. If you figure that's about $4.50 per disc. The west wing is one of the best dramas ever, if not the best. It ran for seven strong seasons, including three after creator Aaron Sorkin left the show. Even in those three seasons it was better than any other drama on TV, and at the end of the seventh season, after they knew they were going to be cancelled, the writers tore out all the stops and did everything they wanted to do by the time the show ended in about 6 episodes. Besides which, this box set is about the coolest looking set put out on DVD ever. Very excited about this. Already saving to buy it.
A "Wingnut's" Dream January 20, 2007
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
It doesn't get any better for fans of the show. I remember rushing home on Wednesday nights so I wouldn't miss a second of it. And NO commercials!!! Say Amen, somebody! I purposely didn't buy any individual seasons because I knew they would come out with something like this amazing package. Buying it here on Amazon saves you a lot of money, rather than buying it from a store. It's too bad they cancelled this show - I can think of a dozen directions they could have continued on and it makes me sad seeing John Spencer again, but he lives on through this compilation.
Be aware it can be an addiction January 22, 2007
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
As a foreigner, this series gives an inside how things are working out in the politics in America. Besides the fact that the series is very interesting, the longer you follow, the more addicted you get to see more. Many great actors and a realy good staff at Josiah Bartlets White House. Sometimes the quick and unpronounced american language is not easy to follow, but you get used to it.
I strongly recommend to buy and see West Wing, I enjoyed every minute of it
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