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Manimal: The Complete Series – 3-Disc PAL DVD Box Set

Manimal: The Complete Series is a three-disc PAL DVD box set collecting all eight full-length episodes of the crime-fantasy series. It pairs an English-language presentation with an episode guide and listed bonus material, while its eight-episode run is a short complete-series collection rather than a long-running show.

At a glance

The series follows Professor Jonathan Chase, who uses the ability to transform into animals to help the New York Police Department solve crimes.
The listing describes a crime story blending police investigations with fantasy elements.
Listed extras include a documentary interview with Glen A. Larson, cast and crew biographies, an episode guide booklet, and production and publicity stills.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£19.99~~

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Pros and cons

Pros

The set collects all eight full-length episodes across three discs, with a listed total runtime of eight hours.
English audio and English subtitles are listed, providing two English-language viewing options.
The listed documentary, biographies, booklet and stills add material beyond the episodes.

Cons

The complete series contains only eight episodes, so buyers seeking a longer-running show may find the collection brief.
The listed presentation is 4:3 PAL rather than a modern widescreen format.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Format and playback
Media format	Box set, PAL
Aspect ratio	4:3 - 1.33:1
Audio language	English (Dolby Digital 2.0)
Subtitles	English
Genre	Drama

Content
Number of discs	3
Run time	8 hours
Episode count	All 8 Full Length Episodes

Release and production
Release date	27 Aug. 2012
Studio	Fremantle Home Entertainment
Country of origin	Germany
Item model number	5030697020833

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	13.5 x 1.5 x 19 cm; 83.16 g

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Customer feedback describes the show's longevity and story as mixed. The listing also identifies this as an eight-episode series, so the short run is part of the series rather than evidence of missing episodes.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers looking for a complete, short crime-fantasy series on DVD.
Collectors interested in early-1980s television and Simon MacCorkindale or Melody Anderson.
Buyers who value English subtitles and the listed documentary and printed guide extras.

Less suited to

Anyone specifically seeking a long-running series or a widescreen presentation.
Buyers whose DVD playback setup does not support PAL discs.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 708 ratings

5 stars71%71%
4 stars18%18%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars3%3%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback highlights entertainment, nostalgia and appreciation for the cast, with the series described as early-1980s escapism. Responses to the story are mixed, including both praise for the special effects and views that it can feel muddled. Some customers also point to the show's short eight-episode run. For buyers, those comments suggest a compact nostalgic watch rather than an extended series, consistent with the listing's episode count and runtime.

Positive themes

Customers describe the series as entertaining and nostalgic.
Feedback expresses appreciation for the cast, including Simon MacCorkindale and Melody Anderson.

Negative themes

Some customer feedback notes that the series lasted only eight episodes.

Mixed feedback

Customer views on the story differ, including praise for special effects and criticism that parts can feel muddled.

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes are included?

The listing specifies all eight full-length episodes, with an eight-hour total runtime.

What format and aspect ratio are listed?

It is listed as a PAL box set with a 4:3 - 1.33:1 aspect ratio. Check that your DVD player supports PAL discs.

What bonus material is listed?

The listing names a documentary interview with Glen A. Larson, cast and crew biographies, an episode guide booklet, action stills, publicity stills and behind-the-scenes stills.

What do customers report about the series?

Customer feedback describes it as entertaining and nostalgic and speaks positively about the cast. Views on the story are mixed, and some feedback notes the short eight-episode run.