# 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.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Model: 5030697020833
- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Movies & TV
- Price: 16.99 GBP
- Previous price: 19.99 GBP
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T17:41:05.993Z
- Rating: 4.5 / 5
- Reviews: 708

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## 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.

## 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.

## 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

## Before you buy

- 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.

## 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 feedback

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.
- Positive themes: 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.

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## Images

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