Mike Connors reigned as one of TV's toughest detectives on this CBS series that ran from 1967-1975. Known for it's tough style, the show starred Connors as a L.A.-based private dick Joe Mannix, who worked for the high-tech Intertect agency during the first year, then opened his own agency. Among the regulars were Gail Fisher as secretary Peggy and Joseph Campanella as Mannix's first-season boss.194 episodes on 48 discs. 163 1/4 hrs. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English (SDH). Review: simply the best - I've written reviews for seasons 4, 5, 6, and 7 of this series. I've also written extensively about this series on the "Mannix is Coming!" thread of the Home Theatre Forum. This series is special. It carries all sorts of labels, like "one of the most violent," that are simply absurd, especially by today's standards of the way violence is used in story as pure shock value -- not as something that fuels the hero's response We lose something important when we forget that violence in story goes back to fairy tales, and seems to be an essential part of working out some of the more fundamental stuff of life, like the importance of storied heroism in becoming a good individual. Cultures with violence in story tend to not be violent -- everything depends upon the way the violence fuels the story, the way the hero responds to it. This series does it right and like no other. It hits a sweet spot that has not been hit since it left the air. Joe Mannix is a classic hero. The more I study this, the more I believe he is one of the best constructed hero motifs to appear in story. He adds an element of vulnerability to his larger than life exploits. He gets hurt a lot. He isn't perfect. He keeps going. He fights the good fight. His heart is always in the right place. He is often described as the toughest PI on television. That is true. But, he also adds emotion to the mix. If that sounds good on paper, it is even better on screen. This is a series where the actor embodied the character as an alter ego (something observed at the time in numerous articles) and production qualities were at their very best -- from a production company that was known for not cutting corners during the golden age of television. I know of no other series where the main character was such an important part of each episode that there was hardly any supporting cast, the episodes included a mix of physical action, location shots, emotional response and close-ups, and the series lasted for so long -- eight full seasons. And the series was back in the top 20 when it was canceled in its final season -- still going strong. There will never be another Mannix. But, we would be better off if there was. Even better, just buy the DVDs. Even just a few more people out there inspired by the likes of Joe Mannix just might do us some good. Review: Poor sound quality. Packaged poorly! Great shows! - I really like the set. But the sound is very low. I have to turn it up to 90! It's in color which is good. Some of these old sets aren't. They aren't packaging them in that same good way they were. They are all just haphazardly stacked inside the small 2 cases, not good!. But I'm willing to put up with that poor packaging , if I had better sound quality.
| ASIN | B089TWRYZ8 |
| Actors | Gail Fisher, Mike Connors |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,959 in Movies & TV ( See Top 100 in Movies & TV ) #1,383 in Drama DVDs |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (737) |
| MPAA rating | NR (Not Rated) |
| Media Format | Subtitled |
| Number of discs | 48 |
| Product Dimensions | 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.59 Pounds |
| Release date | July 28, 2020 |
| Studio | PARAMOUNT |
J**L
simply the best
I've written reviews for seasons 4, 5, 6, and 7 of this series. I've also written extensively about this series on the "Mannix is Coming!" thread of the Home Theatre Forum. This series is special. It carries all sorts of labels, like "one of the most violent," that are simply absurd, especially by today's standards of the way violence is used in story as pure shock value -- not as something that fuels the hero's response We lose something important when we forget that violence in story goes back to fairy tales, and seems to be an essential part of working out some of the more fundamental stuff of life, like the importance of storied heroism in becoming a good individual. Cultures with violence in story tend to not be violent -- everything depends upon the way the violence fuels the story, the way the hero responds to it. This series does it right and like no other. It hits a sweet spot that has not been hit since it left the air. Joe Mannix is a classic hero. The more I study this, the more I believe he is one of the best constructed hero motifs to appear in story. He adds an element of vulnerability to his larger than life exploits. He gets hurt a lot. He isn't perfect. He keeps going. He fights the good fight. His heart is always in the right place. He is often described as the toughest PI on television. That is true. But, he also adds emotion to the mix. If that sounds good on paper, it is even better on screen. This is a series where the actor embodied the character as an alter ego (something observed at the time in numerous articles) and production qualities were at their very best -- from a production company that was known for not cutting corners during the golden age of television. I know of no other series where the main character was such an important part of each episode that there was hardly any supporting cast, the episodes included a mix of physical action, location shots, emotional response and close-ups, and the series lasted for so long -- eight full seasons. And the series was back in the top 20 when it was canceled in its final season -- still going strong. There will never be another Mannix. But, we would be better off if there was. Even better, just buy the DVDs. Even just a few more people out there inspired by the likes of Joe Mannix just might do us some good.
A**E
Poor sound quality. Packaged poorly! Great shows!
I really like the set. But the sound is very low. I have to turn it up to 90! It's in color which is good. Some of these old sets aren't. They aren't packaging them in that same good way they were. They are all just haphazardly stacked inside the small 2 cases, not good!. But I'm willing to put up with that poor packaging , if I had better sound quality.
K**K
Love the show!
Folks who are car fanatics are going to love seeing the cars of that era. The stories are good and I love the fact that in those days, the film companies hired composers and musicians for the background music as well as the theme song(s). Highly recommend.
E**L
Delivers the entire series
I like this because it first hit broadcast TV when I was learning how to walk upright, or just after. I recall watching episodes when I was quite young, and absorbing all kinds of things for the first time. Seeing it now is like a reexamination of some of my earliest assumptions about the world. How people behave. Styles (clothing, hair, speech patterns...) Worth looking at. I'm not sure if I'll need to watch all seasons but I can if I want to. Oh - there were plenty of critiques of this after the initial airings. I think that may reveal as much about the reviewers as the material. Not perfect, but it is an iconic show from a time when things were in the middle of changing rapidly. Therefore, it may be worth watching for no other reason than that it provides a window into that culture. Oh, yes. It is somewhat unrealistic. Like most any show. No one who got hit on the head as often as Mannix would escape without some sort of cognitive decline. So... Yeah. ...might want to suspend a little disbelief.
W**E
Mannix: One of the best and well-written episodic detective shows during the golden age of TV.
Mannix is one of the best and well-written episodic detective shows during the golden age of TV from 1967 to 1975. Created by Richard Levinson and William Link and developed by Bruce Geller (Mission Impossible) . Great acting with Mike Connors performing his own stunts and a supporting cast featuring Joseph Campanella (in season one) and Gail Fisher in seasons two through eight. Nice clean transfers of the original 194 episodes and a nostalgic flash-back into the once-great Golden State of California as it was in the late 60's to mid-70s. No issues with any of the discs in the boxed set. I highly recommend Mannix.
L**R
Great then, even greater now
In these days of sex and drugs and all the junk on shows, this goes back to a better time of television. Mike Conners is amazing in this and I only wish it would have lasted even more season! A great buy, and quality is perfect!
K**E
Before The Rockford Files and Magnum P.I. , There Was Mannix.
This show came out way before I was born, but I catch some episodes on FETV. This show is amazing, it has action, excitement, and include some major actors when they were younger. The period it takes place is the 60's and early 70's, with some cool 60's scenery, and motif. Some of the actor's in this series are Robert Reed(Brady Bunch), Tom Skerrit( Alien), and Robert Foxworth( Prophecy,, Falcon Crest). This is just a few Actors, some with their break out role. So if your looking for a great retro T.V. show don't be shy, this was one he'll of a show with A8 seasons. I bought it for a great price of around 65 dollars. There are some o.k. episodes, but most are awesome. THX!
A**S
Highest quality DVDs
Excellent quality DVDS.
T**A
Love this series. Lots of action.
M**N
Die Sammlung hat eine solide Qualität. Leider wurde bei mir der Eindruck erweckt, die Serie sei untertitelt. Aber die Staffeln 1-3 sind es nicht.
S**V
R1. Only
P**Y
È arrivato 2 giorni in anticipo. Il video e audio è perfetto. Tutto la serie è completo. Molto contenta!
D**3
Bravo aux américains une nouvelle fois pour la sortie intégrale réunissant toutes les saisons De Mannix Mannix est une série policière magistralement interprété par Mike connors diffusé de 1967 à 1975 soit au total 8 saisons .... En france L'éditeur Tf1 vidéo avait commercialisé les 2 premières saisons en 2010 & 2011 avant de l'arrêter en si court chemin ...surtout que la qualité des dvds était présente .. je dois dire du trés bon boulot... c'est vraiment dommage de ne pas avoir les autres saisons Elephant film qui est un éditeur très sérieux( l'homme de fer, equalizer, 200 dollars ..) nous fera une surprise en reprenant une nouvelle parution
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