I do agree that the earlier episodes are better than the later ones, but the later episodes are still in my opinion entertaining and watchable. Whatever its minor problems may be, I love The Vicar of Dibley, it is heart-warming and very often hilarious. I love the concept, I think it is very unique, the stories are well-constructed and as well as being very funny, the writing is actually very bold and daring as well. The Vicar of Dibley is lovely to watch visually too, those landscapes of the countryside and everything are very picturesque and somewhat nostalgic as well, and the music especially the main theme song "The Lord is my Shepherd" by Howard Goodell which is beautiful. Also, the acting is really good, Dawn French I think is a very good comedienne whether with Jennifer Saunders or not, and she is fabulous here in probably her best role as the boisterous yet lovable Geraldine. And she is very well supported by Gary Waldhorn, James Fleet, Emma Chambers, Trevor Peacock, Roger Lloyd-Pack and John Bluthal. Overall, The Vicar of Dibley is a great show. 9/10 Bethany Cox

It baffles me,it really does.I have watched a couple of television polls recently regarding the greatest comedies in history and 'The Vicar of Dibley' came in extremely high.it was even higher than 'Rising Damp','Dad's Army','Steptoe & Son' and even 'Bilko'for gawd's sake! I have watched this series many times and yes,I have smiled a couple of times.But for so many people to rave about this show honestly has me perplexed.I have had arguments with people about it and they won't be swayed at all.But why should they?They are as entitled to their opinion as I am.But it just isn't that great,it really isn't.Dawn French is fine I guess as the lead actor but,and let's be very honest about this,the characters of Hugo,Owen,Jim and Alice(especially Alice!) are overacted to the hilt.Dialogue is delivered with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer as the audience roar their approval.I don't know if I have ever seen such a stupid and badly acted bunch of character's in a sit com."No.no,no,yes,yes,yes" just shut the hell up will ya!!! I have to add by saying that the 2006 Christmas two part special was truly awful.A series of childish and predictable sketches thrown together in hopefully hilarious fashion.It was the top rated programme over the holiday period I believe.I have one thing to say to that...'HUMBUG!'.

The Vicar of Dibley is a rare British treat; a television show which is fresh and original. It follows the antics that Geraldine Granger encounters, when she becomes the new vicar in the small, cozy village of Dibley. Filled with hilariously crazy characters such as Alice, the dopey but lovable friend of Geraldine, whose mousy characteristics and childish charm is both heartwarming and fun. There is Jim; a stuttering old fool who usually gets into a pickle. There is Hugo, the lovable old oaf and son of David, the serious, stern man of the village. Each episode of the Vicar of Dibley is packed with outstanding comedy. Visual and spoken jokes are played out very well, in this well-rounded polished British TV gem.

I discovered this delightful British situation comedy on my local PBS station a short while back and I must say that this series is now one of my favorites. The Vicar of Dibley is extremely entertaining if I do say so myself. I recently purchased the DVD set and I am having a ton of fun with it. This joyful program is terrific to view any time during the day, but watching it after dark is a lot more fun in my opinion.The shows stars British comedienne Dawn French as Geraldine Granger, who is named Dibley's new vicar. Geraldine is charismatic personality with a huge love of sweet foods. She excels at being a vicar in the small, sleepy community. Geraldine has seven (later only six) close associates: David, Hugo (David's bashful son), Owen, Frank, Jim, Letitia (who passed away soon after the first season), and Alice. Portrayed by Emma Chambers, Alice is my favorite out of all the characters on this incredible show. I like Alice because she's sweet, beautiful, carefree, lively, lovable, and, of course, funny. Alice, too, has lots of charisma. At the end of season two, Alice and Hugo get married; they later become parents.This show is fabulous! The cast is remarkable and the stories are fascinating! This series is a must-see for comedy fans.