Decline and Fall

As a lifelong enthusiast for the writing of Evelyn Waugh, I thought I would never again see a revival of interest in his work. I am glad to say that this adaptation - on the evidence of Episode 1 - ensures that I couldn't have been more wrong, as it will undoubtedly attract a whole new audience. There is sheer quality in every aspect of this production and I found myself laughing out loud throughout. Everything is perfect - casting, script, characterisation, editing; it doesn't put a foot wrong. It seems unfair to single out any one contribution, but Douglas Hodge has so much fun with the character of the deeply dubious unidexter Captain Grimes, you cannot help but be impressed while you giggle. I can't wait to watch the remaining episodes, but simply wish to congratulate the whole team on this first showing. Bravo! On viewing the second episode, there is nothing to add other than that the very high standard has been maintained - a relief and an uproarious pleasure.

A must-see for any fans of Jack Whitehall, Eva Longoria, and Stephen Graham. My only complaint is it's only three episodes!

This must have been one of the last performances of TPS. Surprised this was not acknowledged in the credits. A great loss of a great actor. First came to my attention in the wonderful adaptation of Paul Scott's "Jewel in the Crown" novels. Admired for many roles since. I had tickets to see him in Northampton this April which sadly had to be returned. Condolences to friends and family.

This is the best program l have seen in as long as l can remember. I laugh with tears rolling down my face from beginning to end. Every cast member it totally delightful and the casting is phenomenal. The writers excelled themselves and the wit and humour is unsurpassable. I look forward to every episode and record it so that l can watch it over and over. I'm 70 years old and have seen some funny things in my time but this takes the prize. OK , it may be a bit over the top , it all adds up to an absolutely glorious , enjoyable time. It's just cracking TV !!! I love every minute of it. David Suchet lets Jack Whitehall take top place in cast listings, an actor of his experience and calibrate allowing that shows what a great man he is. Please keep me laughing ? I'm so physically poorly and this programme is better than any medicine , it makes me feel better , it takes me out of myself into an incredible world of top class fun , humour, remarkable wit, expression, warmth and gaiety that it merits top prize in the comedy awards !!!! Just thinking of it now makes me smile. I can't single out any one actor/ actress better than the other because they are all marvellous. Although Jack Whitehall has surprised me in his acting role and excelled himself, l've seen him in comedy panel shows and always thought he was funny . I would have liked to have seen his Dad in this too. Well done all. Your Fantastic. Thankyou for making me laugh so much.

This is perhaps the most pretentious and outrageous farce in British style. I think the British simply mistake and fail to distinguish the thin line between comedy and farce, and of course, this is the ultimate farce that I've ever watched. Every thing and every moment in this series were just so over the top ridiculed and exaggerated. If this is what we called "The English Humor", then don't bother. Even it's only three episodes, with so many cast and manpower involved, the production fund and budget were simply moronically wasted. I felt myself so stupid when I watched the first episode and decided to jump out of the plane by my own will; I'd rather crash down to earth instead.