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Dalgliesh: Series 1 DVD

Dalgliesh: Series 1 is a PAL release of the crime drama starring Bertie Carvel as Inspector Adam Dalgliesh. Its six-hour runtime covers three adaptations of P.D. James novels, with English audio and subtitles listed.

At a glance

  • Adapts Shroud for a Nightingale, The Black Tower and A Taste for Death.
  • Special features listed include The Making of Dalgliesh, Who is Dalgliesh? and a picture gallery.
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Reference price: £16.99

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Six hours of episodes bring three P.D. James adaptations together on one release.
  • English subtitles are listed alongside English Dolby Digital 5.1 audio.

Technical specifications

12 specifications
Disc and playback details
FormatPAL
GenreTelevision
Runtime6 hours
Audio languageEnglish (Dolby Digital 5.1)
SubtitlesEnglish
Aspect ratioUnknown
Programme and release
ActorsBertie Carvel, Carlyss Peer, Fra Fee, Jeremy Irvine, Jonjo O'Neill
DirectorAndy Tohill, Geoffrey Sax, Jill Robertson, Lisa Clarke, Ryan Tohill
Release date6 Dec. 2021
StudioAcorn
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed1.7 x 11.9 x 16.1 cm; 80 g

What to know before buying

  • The listing identifies this as PAL and gives the aspect ratio as Unknown. Check compatibility with your playback equipment if either detail matters.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Viewers looking for a crime-drama adaptation of P.D. James novels.
  • Collectors wanting the first series on a PAL DVD with English subtitles.

Less suited to

  • Buyers specifically seeking a stated aspect ratio or a non-PAL format.
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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 238 ratings
  • 5 stars72%72%
  • 4 stars16%16%
  • 3 stars7%7%
  • 2 stars2%2%
  • 1 star3%3%

Customer feedback describes the series as a strong remake and praises the acting, with some viewers appreciating the quality and direction. This positive impression may appeal to fans of character-led crime drama, but feedback does not establish how every viewer will respond.

Positive themes

  • Customers praise the remake and the acting.

Frequently asked questions

Which stories are included?

The listing names Shroud for a Nightingale, The Black Tower and A Taste for Death.

What audio and subtitle options are listed?

English audio is listed as Dolby Digital 5.1, with English subtitles.

What special features are listed?

The Making of Dalgliesh, Who is Dalgliesh? and a picture gallery are named.

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