Are You Being Served? [DVD]

I watched this movie after a marathon binge of all 10 series of AYBS and the 2 series of "Grace and Favour." In that context I absolutely loved it! It was wonderful seeing the original cast together on the big screen. I quite enjoyed the different yet 'larger' feel of the store set. I also felt that most of the store scenes kept the continuity of the show nicely. I was a bit less pleased, in terms of continuity, with the actual holiday scenes. As has oft been pointed out many of the jokes and material are recycled. However, The "Dear Sexy Knickers" scene was, in my opinion, quite a bit BETTER than the original TV episode routine, precisely because it did last longer and take the joke further with the follow up, "Dear Sexy Y-Fronts." The amorous tent-hopping scene was quite amusing, although I couldn't help but be reminded of the better and much funnier room-hopping scene in the season 5 episode of Frasier, "The Ski Lodge." I feel like that scene could have delivered a bit better. I was also put off by the terrible special effect caterpillar they used in the tent scenes. I agree with the comments that Mr. Humphries seemed quite a bit "gayer" in the movie compared to the series, which I neither took as positive or a negative, just an interesting thing to note. On the plus side some of the humour was a bit more explicit and pushed the envelop further, often delivering, but on the downside a lot of the original humour associated with the character was in his ambiguity, and he was just a lot less ambiguous in the movie. I also agree with the comments about the laugh track/audience being sorely missed. I also quite missed the cash register sounds between scenes, and yes the lack of these familiar, beloved sounds and effects did make the pacing and jokes feel just a bit off. I thoroughly enjoyed the plotline involving Mrs. Slocombe using a fake photo of her head on someone else's body and all the missassumptions it caused. That was a new, fresh device for the show and in my opinion they got a great deal of positive mileage out of it. I think it should also be noted that back in that era, despite the jokes to the contrary, Mollie Sugden really did still have a nice figure. My biggest complaint of the movie was the entire revolution plot, which just seemed over-the-top and not especially amusing, and worse the attempts at Spanish/cultural comedy. The latter is certainly no deviation from the show, however. Throughout its run AYBS attempted to poke fun at many foreign cultures: Japanese, Germans, Italians, Greeks, Mongolians (Grace and Favor), Arabs, and I'm sure many others I'm forgetting. They were all awful and almost painful to watch with the exaggerated stereotyping, tacky attempts to 'speak the language' by adding or dropping a few letters of otherwise standard English words, and generally conveying the attitude that foreigners are to be mocked. I could have done without them adding the Spanish to the list in this movie. The only exceptions, in my personal estimation, were the frequent lampooning of the Americans, Irish, Welsh, and Scottish throughout the original series - that didn't strike me as offensive at all, just lighthearted teasing. I imagine in large part because there was no need (excuse?) to do the terrible mock language jokes. Anyway, all in all I did thoroughly enjoy this movie. It was great in the larger context of the series and a must see for any AYBS fan. Although I can't imagine a non-AYBS fan particularly enjoying it. It doesn't stand alone, but it's a nice companion piece.

I grew up watching this show with my mom, I did not know there was a movie. It was pretty funny just as the show which I watch almost everyday on Amazon britbox. Great laughs to take your mind off all the craziness happening in the world today.

This is one of the most hilarious shows I've ever watched. The whole group the whole cast you can feel the Great chemistry there. They are so hilarious the whole time I'm laughing as I watch it. This is actually my favorite show now! I've rewatched this series a few times so far and I'm ready for the next rewatch

It’s are you being served. Of course it gets 5 stars. Mr Humphries doesn’t deserve anything less!

Being a huge AYBS fan for many years, I ordered this movie to add to my collection. Overall it is a good movie, but not great. It lacks the "warmth" of the series. I suppose this is because there is no laugh track and the film or filming style is different. The actors and actresses are just as good and just as hilarious even while reusing some of the same gags as the series. If you are already a fan of AYBS, this movie is well worth it. If you are a newcomer to the show, I would suggest watching the series in its entirety first, then watch this movie, else you might miss some of the finer points and subtlty of it. Again, this is a good movie with a good story line and great acting. I would suggest buying it if you are a fan of the show, it would make a fine addition. And I am unanimous in that...

I loved the sitcom so when I found they had a movie I had to watch it. The movie didn't let me down. My only complaint is that I wish it was a little longer movie than it is. Otherwise love it.

Good DVD.

Some movies based on TV shows lose their way, but not this one! Captain Peacock, Mrs. Slocumb, Mr. Humphries, and the others are their funny selves in this film and the fans will enjoy this. It held my attention from beginning to end.

Super film from 1977 that compliments the British tv comedy.

If you comedy this is for you based on a smash hit came to your TV screens in the early years this TV sitcom became an icon which became a movie if you like the TV series you will love this movie sit back &Watch this ---its wondefull to see.

Good if you like the characters but not as funny as the series

La película me viene en formato par los EE UU. Así que no la puedo ver. El error es mio. Espero poder encontrar a un americano con ganas de ver la peli y posibilidades de verla en su televisor. La equivocación es mía ,

A bit disappointed by the story... but it's always great to see again and again these wonderful actors. It's up to you.