Gossip Girl: The Complete Series [DVD] [2007] [2013]

I really enjoy watching Gossip Girl. I got into the show rather late. As a result, I had to watch series 1-3 back to back online. I know this is probably something that many will frown upon, but unfortunately I missed when the show was on TV in the UK, and let's be honest it's something many of us do in this day and age! (It was only showed on ITV 2 in the UK).[There may now be some spoilers now]However, if a show is good, you'll definitely be happy to spend your hard earned money to actually own a copy of the series. And, Gossip Girl (GG) is great, so it's completely worth the money! As many of you will know if reading this review, GG's an addictive, sexy, fast-pace, funny, fashionable and exciting show! I think those adjectives describe the glamorous side of GG, which is definitely the second main reason why I love watching this show.But, the primary reason why I was hooked (and probably so many others) is the Chuck and Blair relationship (or the amalgamated Chair as they're so loveably known to us fans). I loved Chuck and Blair as individual characters, but put together, it made the show so explosive, exciting and heartfelt to watch. I was always rooting for these two, and I was so happy they got their happy ending. This relationship was the ultimate reason why I kept watching the show. I must add that I also loved both of their preppy fashionable style, especially at school!There were other relationships that I found interesting and loveable too. For me the next one was Serena and Blair's friendship- I was always hoping they would remain friends through all of their trials and tribulations! But, I must admit I did enjoy their fights, not in a sadistic way, just in a believable way. Sisters fight. Best friends are those that can be completely honest with each other, and except the other's good and bad traits. So their BFF friendship was very believable and a gem in the show.Watching the show again, I now really enjoy Dan and Serena- and I see why they both went well together. In my first viewing of the show, even though I knew they should end up together, to help keep the show's creative integrity (meaning, having these two together made sense for the story). I was never really rooting for them, as I found Dan so annoying due to his judgemental ways! But Derena was my main issue against the controversial DAIR relationship. Of course CHAIR was the obvious argument point, which fans love to debate about. But I thought, Serena's a central character, so who will she end up with? It made more sense for her to end up with Dan then Nate, even though they do share a half-brother! (Yes, I've just finished season 2 again). But now, knowing his big secret and all, I have learnt to enjoy Dan a lot more viewing the series the second time round. As, let's face it, he was probably the most hypocritical character of all!Anyway, my review is probably way too long. And there are a lot of issues that could be discussed regarding the relationship dynamics in the show. But, I think you should own it and create your own views! I will definitely miss GG, which I'm glad about. It shows GG ended on a high! I'll never own the whole of One Tree Hill, because it definitely ended on a low for me, by running for three more seasons, and introducing characters I did not care about, and removing the most poignant characters/relationship (Leighton).Practical description of the boxset: It contains all of the seasons in the versions they would have been released in on their own. So you'll have all of the individual covers for the seasons, which I love, as, I really wanted the season 6 DVD cover!On the main boxset cover, it has Ivy on it, which I didn't like, as she was only there in the last few seasons. It should of had maybe Lilly and Rufus, any of constant characters throughout the whole series. Just my opinion though!

having watched the first series on Netflix before I cancelled my subscription, I knew I must buy the boxset. I have watched the first 4 seasons and so far Gossip Girl is fast-paced, juicy, exciting with incredible actors (bar Taylor Momsen who plays Jenny - her acting skills were shocking) and the dialogue is incredible. The 3rd season was my favourite so far, with season 2 a close second.Chuck and Blair's fiery, passionate relationship fuels a lot of the series' storylines - and rightfully so! I loooove both characters. Blair is probably the most human of all of them. She is jealous, ruthless and scheming, but she always has a good reason that usually lies with her lack of self-esteem. I understand every single one of her actions and can completely relate to why she does everything she does. Her maid Dorota is absolutely hilarious, I love her!Anyway, I would highly recommend Gossip Girl. As someone with a short attention span and finds it impossible to concentrate on a TV show the lasts over half an hour, this really intrigued me and pulled me in and I really cannot get enough of it. It's definitely a girly show and I have a hard time imagining many guys watching it, but whatever floats your boat really!

Purchased for my 17 yr old granddaughter,she loves this so will keep her quiet for a few days. Arrived well packaged. And good price

Bought for my daughter as a present, and is very happy with it.

I absolutely loved this whole series. I gasped in shock; laughed out loud; cried along with the characters; felt their indignation and anger when they were wronged. I couldn't helped but be dragged in to the Upper East Side and all their plotting.This is light-hearted entertainment at it's finest. The characters are brilliant and bought to life with excellent acting. The storylines are superb and the stunning sets all add to a fantastic show. I love it!!The box set itself is beautifully presented on the outside and discs 1 - 4 are well designed, whereas discs 5 and 6 look rushed and don't have the same wow factor that the other discs do. This in no way detracts from the series itself. It's one to watch again and again.

I started watching this on Netflix (a few years behind everyone else, I know) and loved it so much from the start that I had to buy the DVDs! It's very more-ish with every episode making you want to watch the next one straight away! It does get rather complicated towards the last couple of seasons, but it maintains interest throughout. I must say that having found out who "Gossip Girl" is in the last episode I have been inspired to watch through again - seeing it in a whole new light now I know!

This was bought as gift all seemed well with the product and it was delivered in good time.

Absolutely fantastic. I started reading this book on Thursday 30th January 2014 and finished it on Wednesday 4th February 2014. 6 days. Truly amazing for me, an insanely slow reader. Thank you Dani for such a beautiful creation. I realise now that Watch Over Me was the book published first, never the less I shall read that one next. At least now I know who Eilidh and Jamie are and of course little Sorley. X x