When was the first series of Bergerac released on DVD?
Bergerac was made available on DVD by 2 Entertain / Cinema Club. The first series was released on 8 May 2006, including audio commentaries on three episodes. Mistakes occurred in the supply of the source material for the DVD releases which meant the episodes of Series 1 and 6 were edited versions, originally broadcast on UK daytime television.
How did Bergerac die in the TV series Bergerac?
The accident is shown in episode two as a flashback: Bergerac was swigging brandy during a surveillance when he noticed his suspect and gave chase. Under the influence of his drinking, he attempted to prevent the man’s escape by leaping onto his boat and his leg was crushed against the harbour wall as he slipped back.
What kind of car does Bergerac drive in Bergerac?
Bergerac regularly drives a burgundy 1947 Triumph Roadster (a forerunner of the Triumph’s TR series of sports cars). Two different vehicles were used throughout the series.
What was the relationship between Charlie and Bergerac?
Charlie was a lovable rogue and would-be tycoon, often involved in shady dealings, but paradoxically something of an innocent. Bergerac usually had a good relationship with him, although in the first episode “Picking It Up” they were not on the best of terms. Charlie was involved in all but two of the 87 episodes.
What was the name of the reservoir in Bergerac?
Jim’s original home in the first few series was submerged when the States of Jersey flooded the valley to create the Queen’s Valley reservoir in 1991. Plans for this reservoir were referred to at the start of series four, when Bergerac was forced to seek new accommodation because of them, in the process meeting an estate agent who became his lover.
Where was the original Bureau of Bergerac located?
The original Bureau in the TV series was located in St Helier’s Royal Square, but filming there became difficult after the first series as the pretence of filming a documentary series was spoilt by public recognition of Bergerac’s Triumph.
Who was the composer of the TV series Bergerac?
This was amended for Bergerac: The Complete Collection, a box set released in 2009, which includes all episodes in their full length. In 1982, composer George Fenton won a BAFTA ‘Best Original Television Music’ award for Bergerac theme music.
What kind of character is DS Jim Bergerac?
Alcoholic and divorced father of a young daughter, DS Jim Bergerac is a true maverick who prefers doing things his own way, and consequently doesn’t always carry out his investigations the way his boss would like.