STACK #195 Jan 2021

FEATURE TV

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MONTY PYTHON’S FLYING CIRCUS: THE COMPLETE SERIES What we said: “All four seasons lovingly remastered, along with unseen outtakes, extended sketches and more. A must-have for every Python fan.”

A wealth of great shows helped us endure a largely locked down 2020. Here are the series that stood out from the crowd on home entertainment formats. Selected by Scott Hocking

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MONKEY: THE COMPLETE SERIES What we said: “A bona fide cult classic from the ‘70s that introduced many young viewers to Eastern-style fantasy and hilarious vocal dubbing. Monkey magic!”

DOCTOR WHO: FURY FROM THE DEEP What we said: “Whovians can finally enjoy this lost bona fide classic from the Patrick Troughton era, thanks to a stellar animated reconstruction.”

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THE OUTSIDER What we said: “This HBO adaptation of Stephen King’s 2018 best-seller delivers a gripping combination of police procedural and supernatural horror.”

WATCHMEN What we said: “An ambitious, brilliant and mind- bending sequel-series that surpasses the 2009 film adaptation and reconnects with the political themes of the graphic novel.”

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THE CROWN: SEASON 3

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THE BOYS: SEASON1 What we said: “ The Boys will have you hooked from its opening episode, so strap in for a wild, bloody and often hilarious ride.”

What we said: “The new ensemble cast is led by Oscar-winner Olivia Colman ( The Favourite ), who ranks alongside Helen Mirren as a superb screen Queen.”

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BETTER CALL SAUL: SEASON 5

What we said: “The penultimate season is easily the series’ best to date, simmering in tension as it turns up the heat on Jimmy and co. S’all good, man!”

THE OUTER LIMITS: THE COMPLETE

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ORIGINAL SERIES What we said: “The original 1960s anthology series remains the best, and some episodes are frighteningly prescient in reflecting current global concerns…”

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YELLOWSTONE What we said: “Not just for western buffs, Yellowstone will appeal to those looking for a layered and dramatically rich tale of family conflict.”

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