I have watched this a million times and I will watch it a million more. I always happily cheer when Jane announces her engagement to Bingley, and squeal with delight when Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy are equally surprised at the others' appearance at Pemberley. Every knowing look between Jane and Elizabeth are treasured, and then the smackdown Elizabeth gives both Darcy and Lady Catherine De Bourgh is just priceless. This is the best adaptation of Pride & Prejudice ever.

Just to see Mr. Darcy's (Colin Firth) smoldering expression throughout the story made this adaptation of Pride and Prejudice well worth it. I can understand the occasional unfavorable review as cinematic dramas often stray from the book, but this version clearly adopts Austen's flair in the verbose dialogue. The entire cast is brilliant. The wet-shirt scene although not part of the book is very deserving of The Guardian's assertion that it is "one of the most unforgettable moments in British TV history.” With the current vulgar standard of revealing too much, this series triumphs by clearly illuminating with finesses, the repressed sexuality of the times ( late 18th century.) although both the book and series focuses on the *architecture* of marriage practiced by the landed gentry class. A series I am sure to watch again and again.

A classic mini-series, and reasonably faithful to the book by Jane Austen. I watched this again recently because I needed to see something with a little humor, manners, and kindness. You have to pay attention because some of the conversation may seem convoluted and old-fashioned, but it's very clever.

Also, Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth in the lead roles--a brilliant combination. He is young in this film, and he looks the part of Darcy, so brooding and remote, but obviously struggling with his feelings.

I could say much more, but simply want to say I recommend this. Especially now, with the many changes the world is going through. Occasionally it's good to have a little rest, and it's a great escape to watch something like this.

This 8 hour version is an accurate rendering of the Jane Austen novel down to the exact dialog. And no one expresses the dialog better than Austen does. Not sure why it is called Season 1 when the story is complete and there are no other seasons to this story. I like the casting in this version the best. In addition, the dresses in this version are prettier than the dowdy 2 hour version with Kiera Knightley. This miniseries is like a piece of art, beautiful clothes, beautiful sets and landscapes along with wonderful acting. There is only one thing i did not like and that is the squawking mother- a little over exaggerated. Fortunately, she is not a prime character in the film.

This is the best adaptation of P & P. Yes, it is time consuming, but that is precisely why this version is better than a 2 hour movie. The character development and situations are beautifully presented, and the love in Colin Firth’s eyes for Elizabeth as she shields his sister (at the piano) at the mention of Mr. Wickman’s name makes beautifully clear that Mr. Darcy cherishes her. It is a turning point for the viewer that no other actor has been able to capture as Mr. Darcy, and it’s in his EYES. :). So simple and so effective. Jennifer Ehle also makes the transition from dislike to love very clear and convincing. Worth your time and money!

As a pretty strict rule if I love a book I have read, I will not watch the movie version of it. I read Pride and Prejudice many, many years ago as a young teenager while in my Jane Austen stage. I loved it and I dreamed of Mr. Darcy.
When the original of this 1995 mini series was about to be released my sister told me about it and of course I firmly stated that I would never watch it because I could not bear to have any tampering with my very personal visions of all of the characters. After much prodding and the reminder that I could turn it off within two (2) minutes if I felt it was causing me trauma, I begrudgingly did consent to at least turn it on.
Miraculously, there before me, in color, on my own television, were MY Elizabeth and MY Mr. Darcy! If possible, they were even better than I had imagined them so many years before. Furthermore so many of the interrelationships are actually almost more obvious/poignant and perhaps better expressed ( e.g. a raised eyebrow, a half smile, a kiss on the head ) than I remember them in the novel because of the superb acting skills of the entire cast together with wonderful casting by the BBC.
All in all it made me think that Wolfe may have been incorrect and you really can go home again.

This is my all time favorite adaptation of any of the book. I love it and watch it about every month. The acting is superb. When I think of Mr. Darcy I see Colin Firth. I on this on VHS,DVD, And Blu-Ray. I have it on Kindle. If you like good acting and Jane Austen's work, then this is a must have.

I watch this production several times a year, when I need a spiritual lift. 5-stars just doesn't go high enough for me on the scale of how I feel about this movie. I laugh out loud, I tear up, I sigh, and I love, love, love the ending!