Fireman Sam - To The Rescue! DVD

Advantages: Kids love it
Disadvantages: None

Fireman Sam is a very popular children's character. This DVD was bought for my 3 year old who has taken a liking to him and especially Jupiter, the fire engine. The front cover of the DVD has a picture of Jupiter with Sam, Elvis and the Station Officer inside and above this is the title, there is also a small picture of the mountain rescue helicopter in the background. The back cover of the case is a nice bright yellow colour on the middle with the ...
...the children decide to call Fireman Sam. Will Sam be able to save and rescue Norman and the sheep? 2 - Twist of Fate. Mandy is going on a caving adventure with Norman and the Station Officer. As they set off on their adventure Norman looses his supplies from his bag as there is a hole in the bottom where the dog bit it. Norman and Mandy run off inside the cave down a secret passage. Norman believes that he has found gold but the Station Officer ... Read review

Advantages: 5 great tales, Good family fun.
Disadvantages: Extras could be better

...the return of child hero Fireman Sam in this DVD - Fireman Sam to the Rescue. As I was growing up I always envisaged myself being a film critic reviewing the latest cult movies. Then I had kids. As a result of which I have become an expert in the ways of PontyPandy and Greendale - If your a parent you will know these famous places! So here is my review of this DVD. OVERVIEW This DVD contains five tales: Danger: Falling Sheep, A Twist ...
...is never explicitly stated although Fireman Sam does create quite a few amusing situations that tickle adults and children alike. Wooly you will be glad to know, is finally saved with a spectacular helicopter recovery. Leaving the little ones in your house delighted. *** A Twist of Fate *** This tale is about an expedition to the caves. Thankfully the children have general know-it-all Station Officer Steel with them to guide them. Of course, they ... Read review

Advantages: Great fun
Disadvantages: I wish it lasted even longer!

Fireman Sam 'To the Rescue' is a must for any Fireman Sam fan. There is something really homely and safe about watching Fireman Sam- it is enjoyable for children and adults. There are quite a few jokes in it that appeal to adults only-e.g. Norman's mum is often getting her words mixed up and she sometimes goes on dates with Trevor. 'Danger:Falling Sheep'- in this episode, Norman gets stuck up a mountain with Woolly the sheep. A classic line from ...
...due to his portly figure. Fireman Sam's grease gun comes in handy when getting him out. 'A Real Live Wire'- this is one of my favourite episodes. Mandy finds a squirrels and sneaks it into her bedroom. Unfortunately the squirrel is hungry and before Mandy gets a chance to take him some crisps, he chews through the TV wire, starting a fire. Mandy makes the mistake of going back in to rescue her squirrel- luckily Fireman Sam is at hand. I love the ... Read review