Castle – Complete First Season DVD Review – Win Yours Here

When I first took a look at Castle, I was a bit nervous about the delivery, and the back-and-forth sort of angle the writing seemed to be using. The pilot’s inclusion of a scene with famous novelists sitting around with the show’s main character left a bad taste in my mouth, and Nathan Fillion‘s main character looked as though we were possibly going overboard with the smarmy charm.

CastleSeasonOneDVDAfter a few episodes, the pace and direction of the show settled into an entertaining drama with a light touch breaking up the serious nature of the standard crime investigation. Perhaps somewhat akin to The Mentalist in this respect, Castle, once it got its legs under it, proved a nice combination of fun, drama, and side story. It even worked out that looking at the elements of a crime through the lens of piecing together a workable plot, which seemed horribly “gimmick” in the beginning, actually proved an interesting and entertaining plot device.

This is a show that I really recommend catching up on, and I think current fans and newcomers alike will not be disappointed with the DVD release. That’s somewhat self-serving, because this is a show that I really hope doesn’t get lost in the wave of new fall shows, because I think it really deserves to carry on for a good while.

A bestselling novelist (Nathan Fillion) and a New York City detective (Stana Katic) delve

into real world crime, starting with a copycat killer who recreates the murder scenes

CastleSeasonOne Photo 02depicted in his novels. Finding true life mysteries more stimulating than fiction, writer

Richard Castle continues to offer his professional insights to Detective Kate Beckett—

whether she wants them or not. Sparks fly and a hint of romance hangs in the air as

these two strong personalities investigate some of the most puzzling crimes on the

NYPD’s docket.

The first season DVD release is now available, and it’s a nice package with plenty of extras.

• Misdemeanors: Bloopers & Outtakes

• Whodunit: The Genesis of Castle –The show’s creators talk about the genesis

of Castle, including insights into how the great fictional detectives and mystery

writers of the past have influenced the show.

• Castle’s Godfather – Meet frequent Castle guest star Stephen J. Cannell.

• Write Along with Nathan Fillion – Spend a day with Nathan Fillion as he

shadows a real-life mystery writer.

• Exclusive Commentaries

The commentaries are quite a bit of fun, especially considering the show’s unique approach.

Be sure to check out my initial review of Castle, and the show’s homepage.

Own it Today on DVD!

Take a look at a preview clip for the new season. Leave a comment on this review and include the word, “Win,” for your chance to win a copy of the first season on DVD. U.S. and Canada only. Winner will be randomly chosen on October 31st.

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View Comments to Castle – Complete First Season DVD Review – Win Yours Here
  1. DarkBloodyKisses
    October 9, 2009 | 5:50 pm

    I would <3 to WIN the 1st season of Castle on DVD. It's truly one of the best well written shows that isn't well known. Castle is reminiscent of wicked banter done in classic TV shows and movies. It's one of my favorite shows. This season is already turning out to be a bombshell!!!

  2. Donna
    October 9, 2009 | 9:28 pm

    I really want to WIN the Castle Season 1 DVD – I am from Nathon Fillion's hometown – Edmonton and watch faithfully every Monday night. Castle has great characters and interesting storie.

  3. Donna
    October 10, 2009 | 4:28 am

    I really want to WIN the Castle Season 1 DVD – I am from Nathon Fillion's hometown – Edmonton and watch faithfully every Monday night. Castle has great characters and interesting storie.

  4. alxf9
    October 10, 2009 | 1:04 pm

    I love Castle, Nathan Fillion is awesome!! This show is full of win!! I would like to win it!!

  5. darkknight
    October 10, 2009 | 8:04 pm

    I love Castle, Nathan Fillion is awesome!! This show is full of win!! I would like to win it!!

  6. darkknight
    October 10, 2009 | 8:04 pm

    I love Castle, Nathan Fillion is awesome!! This show is full of win!! I would like to win it!!

  7. Gentlesideoffury
    October 12, 2009 | 9:45 pm

    Castle is awesome, the characters are great and I can't wait for tonight's episode. I'd love to win the dvd, that would just make my year, it would!

  8. Gentlesideoffury
    October 12, 2009 | 9:45 pm

    Castle is awesome, the characters are great and I can't wait for tonight's episode. I'd love to win the dvd, that would just make my year, it would!

  9. Tom
    October 13, 2009 | 5:51 am

    Love the show, started watching it cause of Nathan Fillion, glad it ended up being a decent show.

  10. Tom
    October 13, 2009 | 5:51 am

    Love the show, started watching it cause of Nathan Fillion, glad it ended up being a decent show.

  11. Jayna
    October 14, 2009 | 4:28 am

    I've really been enjoying Castle – both Season 1 and the first few episodes of Season 2. I hope it continues for quite a while and lots of other people have a chance to enjoy it. And I hope I win the first season DVD you are giving away…

  12. Jayna
    October 14, 2009 | 4:28 am

    I've really been enjoying Castle – both Season 1 and the first few episodes of Season 2. I hope it continues for quite a while and lots of other people have a chance to enjoy it. And I hope I win the first season DVD you are giving away…

  13. Kay
    October 19, 2009 | 6:51 am

    I have to agree, the show is great. The chemistry between Beckett and Castle is wonderful to watch and I love how they continue to build on the characters. It would be great to WIN the DVD for the first season and be able to watch them whenever I want.

  14. Kay
    October 19, 2009 | 6:51 am

    I have to agree, the show is great. The chemistry between Beckett and Castle is wonderful to watch and I love how they continue to build on the characters. It would be great to WIN the DVD for the first season and be able to watch them whenever I want.

  15. Geoff
    October 20, 2009 | 3:23 pm

    Prior to stumbling across this review I had never heard of Castle. Now that I have I watched the first few episodes online and I am hooked. If I do not win the box set I may need to purchase it just to see if the series can keep its charm.

  16. Geoff
    October 20, 2009 | 3:23 pm

    Prior to stumbling across this review I had never heard of Castle. Now that I have I watched the first few episodes online and I am hooked. If I do not win the box set I may need to purchase it just to see if the series can keep its charm.

  17. ochie
    October 25, 2009 | 9:03 pm

    Castle… never seen… but would like to as I was a fan of Serenity. So a WIN for this would be nice.

  18. ochie
    October 25, 2009 | 9:03 pm

    Castle… never seen… but would like to as I was a fan of Serenity. So a WIN for this would be nice.

  19. Amanda
    October 28, 2009 | 11:16 pm

    I love this show, and would love to WIN the DVD. A great cast and some really interesting cases, I'd love to see the bloopers and listen to the commentaries!

  20. Amanda
    October 28, 2009 | 11:16 pm

    I love this show, and would love to WIN the DVD. A great cast and some really interesting cases, I'd love to see the bloopers and listen to the commentaries!

  21. areyouscreening
    November 4, 2009 | 9:22 pm

    You win!

    And, well… tough question I guess. You say potato…

    The reason is probably that my general attitude toward the show is more hesitation than not. I don’t think it’s for everyone, and in the particular case, I think I’d rather start with – here’s why it’s not for everyone, but here’s why you should give it a shot.

    Thanks for visiting.

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