Frasier: Season 8

Frasier is simply one of the best written, best acted, and best-directed comedy show in the history of television. Without overstatement, we can say that Frasier reaches that rare level inhabited only by shows such as The Dick Van Dyke Show, or The Mary Tyler Moore Show, in spite of the great difference the Frasier has from DVD and MTM. And, as anyone who has watched Frasier already knows, the comedy in the show is matched by moments of tremendous pathos and introspection. Be prepared for repeated and extended laughing fits, and stay on your toes because the wordplay on which so much of the show is based comes sometimes at a ferocious rate.Frasier is a radio talk show psychiatrist. His brother, Niles, is close to Frasier, and the two seems to spend nearly all their free time together. Their father, a retired policeman, lives at home with Frasier, and is supported by a live-in health care worker, Daphne Moon, who hails from Manchester, England. That's all you need to know to get started.Frasier was immensely successful during its 11-year run, pulling in an incredible 37 Emmy's over that time, a new record for a comedy show. It only takes watching a few episodes to see why the show is so critically acclaimed, and although you can enter the show virtually anywhere, it is best enjoyed by starting at the beginning on Episode One and then watching the shows in order. There is a fair amount of plot and character development over the seasons that really argue for this approach to watching.And we can't help but mention that, as ever Frasier watcher knows, the show contains one of the most moving and emotionally powerful love stories ever seen on television. It takes nearly all eleven years for that story to come to fruition, but all along the way, that subtext is really something to behold. Be prepared to wipe away a few tears while you are at the same time hysterically laughing. Season Eight takes that love story to a new level, but its not over yet.Frasier is a great show, with a great ensemble cast, and is an easy five star recommendation. If you enjoy witty dialogue, ironic humor, and double entendre, this is the show for you.NoteIf you think you are going to eventually purchase all eleven seasons of Frasier, you can save 30 or 40 dollars by purchasing the complete series, rather than one season at a time. The complete set is  Frasier: The Complete Series

After ending season seven with a fan-pleasing twist, Frasier returned in its eighth iteration to fulfill it. This is the season that Niles and Daphne begin to date, and even though this development did take a lot of tension out of the series, it is possible that the writers felt they had nowhere else to go. Frasier proved an oddity while on the air: most sitcoms peak in their first two seasons and go steadily downhill after that, but while Frasier certainly had a strong opening, it had several renaissances during its run. This season was one of them, as it brought several surprises: Frasier having an existential crisis, Niles becoming a sports celebrity, as well as some others. In short, this was hardly a weak season and has more than its share of laughs.Frasier's crisis manifests itself in "Frasier's Edge", which has Frasier reuniting with his old mentor (Rene Auberjonois of Boston Legal and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine) and coming to grips with a feeling of emptiness. Funnier still is the subplot in which food critic Gil is primarily happy about being nominated for an award so as to avoid going to the annual awards show his wife throws when he's not nominated. The episode also starts off the joke about Daphne growing fatter in order to disguise Jane Leeves' real-life pregnancy. In "Hooping Cranes", Niles (almost magically) sinks a half-court charity shot at a basketball game and becomes a local hero, which, of course, causes Frasier to become jealous. The final showdown takes place over an arcade-style basketball machine and unfolds much as would be expected. Perhaps the best episode of the season is "The Show Must Go Off", in which Niles and Frasier are reacquainted with an aging Shakespearean actor (Derek Jacobi) who inspired them in their childhoods to delve into the Bard. In hopes of allowing their childhood idol to get over the heavy typecasting that came with being on a successful science-fiction show and get meatier parts, the two decide to put on a play and have him star in it. It doesn't take long to discover that the actor is horribly untalented, and then Niles and Frasier have to do everything in their power to sabotage their own production.These are only a few of the highlights, but if you've enjoyed the show so far, chances are you'll like this. Enjoy.

Very funny and sweet. One of the vest volumes of the whole series

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i consider this season the beginning of the show losing steam. don't get me wrong, i still love this season, but usually when two main characters are paired up a show loses something. my only other complaint is the case the DVDs come in. when i purchased seasons 1 though 7, they came in very nice box sets. unfortunately the box sets seem to have been available only for maybe the first year a season came out. after that they switched to a very cheap and easy to break during shipping plastic case. which i hate.

Frasier set the bar for brilliant writing, wonderful character development and a setting that provided eight seasons of the best comedy television has ever seen. Kelsey Grammer certainly hits his stride in this series, but the surrounding cast is what takes things over the top. David Hyde Pierce is perfectly cast as Dr. Frasier Cranes brother, and his incredible comic timing, as well as his ability to deliver pure physical comedy is priceless. The other characters are equally engaging (particularly the dog, Eddie), and round out an ensemble cast that may be the best ever... If you've never seen the show, it's a "can't miss"...My only criticism is that it lasted only eight seasons :(

Another great season of FrasierDaphne is being sued over her relationship split with Donny. KACL gets a new owner who turns out to be a big copycat. Frasier gets a butler. Larger than life Dr. Mary makes an appearance. Frasier takes Marty and Freddy on a camping trip. Niles tries to help Daphne with her weight problem. Frasier hands over the wine club presidency to Niles who then imposes a rule that brings the 2 brothers into conflict.Another superbly written and performed TV show.If you are looking to collect all the seasons of Frasier, I would suggest looking at the entire box set for all 11 seasons. As prices fluctuate on Amazon, you might find it is a lot cheaper than buying the individual sets.

Bought the whole set second hand last year, and have been playing it from the first disc up until Season 8 when discovered this particular set wouldn't play as it was an American version (yes and tried all sorts to get it to play - wouldn't), so bought it off Amazon and as all the other seasons of Frasier, has proved to just as entertaining.

Great series. One of their best. Still love Frasier and Niles interaction together. Daphne is sarcastic as ever. John Mahoney is wonderful. I'll miss him when they bring it back.👍👍👍👍👍

I am a big Frasier fan and after a fantastic season 7, I tried to lower my expectations for season 8 as I did not really expect no 8 to reach the same level as no 7. In this I was certainly correct. Although season 8 delivers a solid performance with a lot of the usual clever dialogue and repartee, it still is just that - a solid performance. If you are a Frasier fan, you will still like it. If you are new to Frasier, I think you would be much wiser to buy any of the previous installments.

.throughly enjoying re-watching series