I'm a fan of David Tennant, and I recently had the chance to watch Blackpool. I was a bit hesitant in watching this mini series, because I hate musicals (or people breaking into song in the middle of a sentence). But I was really surprised at how wonderful this show actually is. All of the characters have a strong presence and personality. I was really impressed with David Morrissey-his brash and overly confident interpretation of Ripley Holden could have gone overboard, but he manages to bring compassion and depth to his character-especially in scenes involving Ripley's children. Sarah Parish is understated and intense, but she lights up the screen when she shares scenes with both of the leading actors. David Tennant reaffirms my belief in his abilities as an actor with his conflicted portrayal of Detective Peter Carlisle, the man who compromises his reputation and investigation because he falls in love with Parish's Natlie Holden. While I honestly could have done without the musical numbers in the series, the inclusion of these musical acts makes Blackpool original and unique. I highly suggest watching this great BBC program.

When Blackpool first aired over here, I never had the chance to see it. When the BBC released it on DVD, I quickly ordered it. One of the best decisions I ever made for sure. David Morrisey and David Tennant, two of my favourite actors, both preformed brilliantly and brought their characters to life well. Personally, I find many of the characters very believable - I myself can partly relate to Peter(Carisle) and Danny. The drama and writing were simply superb, especially the relationship between Peter and Natalie, and her eventual discovering he is the DI trying to imprison her husband. The character of Danny however, has to be the best of them all. A boy whom strives so hard to earn his father's respect he even tries to kill himself, in the same way his father attempted to at his age.As for Blackpool itself...I am a Scouser, and proud of that fact. When I was but a small child, my parents would take me and my friends out to Blackpool on a cold winters night to see Blackpool Lights. This mini series brought back many fond memories for me, and I suspect it will for a few others also.Blackpool's musical score is fabulous also. With the cast singing along, albeit somewhat poorly, and dancing, it is surprising only one of the songs jumps in at an inappropriate time - the scene with the plain clothes officer arresting catching Danny supplying drugs. I highly recommend this drama to any whom are fans of Morrisey, Tennant, Parrish, drama or musicals. Indeed - I recommend it to everyone.

This show was one of the best things i have EVER seen (and coming from me, thats saying something). The cast was an inspired choice, the script and dialogue was excellent and the songs were amazing! David Morrissey is an excellent choice to play Ripley Holden, he fits the role perfectly as the mysterious arcade owner who believes in luck - LOTS of luck. Before Blackpool, I was no fan of Sarah Parish, but her acting in this is great, she is believable as Ripleys wife/Carlisle's lover. Speaking of Carlisle, David Tennant MADE that role his own, playing it to perfection.All the cast are multi-talented because not only did they act IMPRESSIVELY, they actually sang the songs featured in the series, and performed their dance routines. This gives me a new-found respect for all the performers because it must be hard to do what they did on a daily basis.All in all, an excellent show. If you haven't seen it, WHY?!?

I have to admit that I've only seen the first half of this miniseries on BBC America, but I'm looking forward to finishing it. The musical numbers are a little cheesy at times and it's painfully evident that the cast are not professional singers and dancers. However, so far, the solution to the murder has not been obvious and the character development has been very good. In particular I liked Thomas Morrison who manages to show Danny's desperate need for his dad's approval without becoming a caricature, and David Tennant, who I thought looked like a complete dork in pictures for the latest "Doctor Who" series, but here manages to come across as so charming in his pursuit of Danny's married mom that I'm now hopelessly in love with him. This miniseries isn't perfect, but I'd applaud the BBC for taking a risk on a very nontraditional kind of program; I would take it over "CSI" any day.