Thriller the complete series isnt quite at that level, neither in terms of the video transfers nor the flimsy, unimaginative packaging, though the extra features come awfully close. But he has also contributed to scores of other popular programs over the years, either through writing or. Thriller was created and written story or script by the prolific tv screenwriter, brian clemens. Thriller complete british tv series dvd set 8 disc 43.
Legendary scriptwriter brian clemens is probably most wellknown for his work on the avengers and the professionals, but arguably his best work is thriller a series he made for lew grade in the mid70s. The complete series does indeed collect all 67 episodes, in seven slim cases. Partly this is forgivable, what with the dvd market now in freefall, and probably fans of. Brian clemens is probably most well known for his work on the avengers and the professionals, but arguably his best work is thriller a series. But for me, the name brian clemens is most closely associated with the 197376 atv series thriller.
Brian clemens thriller nurse will make it better youtube. Myself and long time associate henry holland put our heads together and chased up the creator of the series brian clemens, with a view to doing an interview. One of the great forgotten british television series is the suspense anthology thriller, created and written by the accomplished screenwriter brian clemens. Clemens was related to mark twain samuel langhorne clemens, a fact reflected in the naming of his two sons, samuel joshua twain clemens and george langhorne clemens. Brian clemens thriller the complete series region free. He was a writer and producer, known for the avengers 1961, highlander ii. Thriller the complete series dvd, 2008, 16disc set.
Brian horace clemens obe 30 july 1931 10 january 2015 was an english screenwriter and television producer, possibly best known for his work on the avengers and the professionals. He was married to janet elizabeth clemens and brenda prior. Thriller the complete series a 16disc box set from network. Famed scriptwriter brian clemens is probably best known for his work on the avengers and the professionals but arguably the his best work is thriller, a series he made for lew grade in the mid 1970s. This series was created and written by brian clemens, the accomplished screen and script writer, known primarily for his association with the. Complete mystery collection includes 43 moviesslipcase brian clemens thriller. Although not entirely without interest none of the episodes was a complete loss, its fair to say that the outlandish storyline and conclusion would have been much more at home in one of clemens other creations, the avengers. This british anthology series was created by brian clemens and aired in the united kingdom from 1973 to 1976. Anthology series of selfcontained episodes with the genres ranging from murder mystery to suspense to psychological and supernatural horror. Thriller 16 19731976 complete 70s british tv series. Famed scriptwriter brian clemens is probably best known for his work on the avengers and the professionals but arguably the his best work is thriller a series he made for lew grade in the mid 1970s. In later years, he continued to be prolific on both sides of the atlantic. British anthology series of selfcontained episodes with the genres ranging from murder mystery to suspense to psychological and supernatural horror with witches. We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyze our traffic.
Brian clemens the avengers, danger man created the series, wrote the stories for all of the episodes and scripted majority of the them. Each episode was feature length allowing for multiple plot twists. Thriller series 1 e03 someone at the top of the stairs duration. Even the more modern british series choose plot over gore. The series was created by brian clemens, who also scripted the majority of the episodes and storylined every installment. Brian clemens is known across the world for writing classic tv shows like the avengers and the professionals. I am a fan of clemens work, and that was the main reason for purchasing this set. This is a region 2 release and also contains a number of tantalising extras 43 unrelated but remarkably consistent hour long thrillers from the fertile mind of mr clemens stand testament to the claustrophobic feel of studio taped television drama where the skill of. Where to watch thriller a british suspense classic i.
Brian clemens was born on july 30, 1931 in croydon, surrey, england as brian horace clemens. The series, which was created by brian clemens, who also penned most of the episodes, aired from 1973 1976, lasting six seasons the british have shorter. Clemens, a huge fan of alfred hitchcocks work, realized there was nothing similar on british television. The renowned scriptwriter brian clemens is probably known for his work on the avengers and the professionals but arguably his best work is in this series. Each episode takes the form of a selfcontained mystery story with a horrific twist at the end, and features performances from stars such as robert powell, jeremy brett, patrick troughton, helen mirren, denholm elliott and brian blessed, among others. Thriller is an anthology series of single plays some horrific, some terrifying but always with a. Richard phillipsjones introduces us to brian clemens classic, spinetingling 1970s anthology series with his thriller episode guide. At last, the classic 1973 itv series thriller has been released in a complete dvd collection. It was produced by john sichel the first 3 series, john cooper series 4 and ian fordyce the final two series for associated television atv at their elstree studios north of london. Each episode is a selfcontained mystery with a unique cast of stars including helen mirren, jenny agutter, denholm elliott, michael kitchen, brian blessed and many more. Anthology series of selfcontained episodes with the genres ranging from murder mystery to suspense to psychological and supernatural horror with witches, serial killers, ghosts, conartists and satanists as just some of the featured villains. Richard phillipsjones introduces us to brian clemens classic, spinetingling 1970 s anthology series with his thriller episode guide. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup.
Wednesday, 12 july 2017 four thrillers from brian clemens 19745 itc had a major success in the 1970s with their thriller anthology series, created by brian clemens who wrote all fortythree episodes. Legendary scriptwriter brian clemens is probably most well known for his work on the avengers and the professionals, but arguably his best work is thriller a series he made for lew grade in the mid70s. Tubi free and adsupported thriller complete collection on dvd. With donna mills, gary collins, michael jayston, robert powell. The british classic series, includes over 47 hours of suspense, created by brian clemens, best known for the avengers, danger man, the. Each episode is a selfcontained mystery with a unique cast of stars including helen mirren. Mckenna, dinsdale landen, michael kitchen, brian clemens. Brian clemens rare interview of legendary screenwriter.
Each episode has a selfcontained story and its own cast. Clemens himself was responsible for casting diana rigg as emma peel. Thriller was created by created by brian clemens, an accomplished screenwriter who is best known for his work on the avengers and the professionals. Thriller was a british television series created by brian clements the avengerswhich ran for six seasons in the 1970s. As the title suggests, each story is a thriller of some variety, from tales of the supernatural to down to earth mysteries. Complete mystery collection includes 43 moviesslipcase. The complete collection dvd, 2015, 12disc set at the best online prices at ebay. Richard phillipsjones introduces us to brian clemens classic, spine tingling 1970s anthology series with his thriller episode guide.
Thriller is a british television series, originally broadcast in the uk from 1973 to 1976. At one stage it was mooted that the atv series thriller was going to be released, so it got me thinking as to what extras i might offer up. The set contains 43 stories that range from murder mysteries to tales of the supernatural. The transfers are good, if not razor sharp on a large screen as many as five 47minute shows appear on each disc, so the bit rate cant be all that good. All the episodes are very enjoyable in particular file it under fear, possession and someone at the top of the stairs. At last brian clemens wonderful 1970s anthology series has been released in its entirety in 16 disk mega dvd set in the uk. Where to watch thriller a british suspense classic i heart british. The stories involve murder, supernatural events and usually have a nice twist in the tale. Donna mills, gary collins, michael jayston, robert. Complete edition of the classic 1970s horror and suspense anthology series, created by brian clemens. But even more interesting is that the first season of the excellent early 70s british anthology series thriller is and has been available on dvd and through netflix.
With stories knit around foreign agents and time bending serial killers, it had set a new benchmark for quality horror in the 1970s. Anthology series of selfcontained episodes with the genres ranging from murder mystery to suspense to. Made by atv between 1973 and 1976, it regularly enthralled saturday night audiences with its eclectic mix of mystery, suspense and the supernatural. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners who may combine it with other information that youve provided to them or that theyve collected from your use of their services. Thriller the complete series dvd box set tv series new 16 discs 1970s spine chillers brian clemens condition is new. Thriller is an american anthology television series that features screen icon boris karloff. Each episode takes the form of a selfcontained mystery story with a horrific twist at the end. Originally broadcast in the uk from 1973 to 1976, this acclaimed anthology series presented 43 heartstopping, pulse pounding tales from british master of suspense brian clemens the avengers. Itc had a major success in the 1970s with their thriller anthology series, created by brian clemens who wrote all fortythree episodes. These stories are written by mastermind brian clemens, whose involvement in the 60s hit show the avengers allowed him to pen these hitchcockian mysteries.
The complete collection of terrifying tales from brian clemens classic series. Thriller was created by created by brian clemens, an accomplished. Brian is probably best known for bringing the avengers to the small screen in the sixties. Clemens created thriller, wrote the majority of its 43 episodes and storyboarded the. Each episode takes the form of a selfcontained mystery. What you expect from clemens are stories that are not necessarily very original but he generally manages to make even old plot ideas seem reasonably fresh and entertaining. Suspense and the supernatural, the macabre and the menacing, razorsharp stories and nailbiting tension a plethora of top international stars bring added attraction to the series, penned by the acclaimed and awardwinning writer brian clemens, winner of the edgar allan poe award for best television thrillers.
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