--- product_id: 50979192 title: "Tenko - The Complete Series [DVD]" price: "€ 59.88" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/50979192-tenko-the-complete-series-dvd store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # High-definition quality All episodes included Over 20 hours of content Tenko - The Complete Series [DVD] **Price:** € 59.88 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎉 Unlock the Complete Tenko Experience! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Tenko - The Complete Series [DVD] - **How much does it cost?** € 59.88 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/50979192-tenko-the-complete-series-dvd) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cinematic Quality:** Enjoy stunning visuals in high-definition. - • **Perfect Gift for Fans:** A must-have for any true Tenko enthusiast! - • **Binge-Worthy Experience:** Dive into every episode without missing a beat! - • **Ultimate Collector's Item:** Perfect for fans and collectors alike. - • **Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes:** Get insider access to the making of the series. ## Overview Tenko - The Complete Series is a comprehensive collection featuring all episodes in stunning high-definition, offering over 20 hours of captivating storytelling and exclusive behind-the-scenes content, making it an essential addition for any fan or collector. ## Description Complete box set edition of all three series of the popular BBC wartime drama, set amongst a small European expatriate community living in Singapore, who become caught up in the horrors of war when the Japanese invade in 1941. The series follows the lives of the women as they are herded into captivity, and as they attempt to survive the harsh conditions and cruel treatment of the Japanese. Tenko - The Complete Series plus reunion special. Box sets created prior to 1 November 2011 had the episodes in a non sequential order. Box sets created after 1 November 2011 have the episodes in a sequential order. All stock now sold by desertcart are in a sequential order, however this cannot be guaranteed for other sellers. Review: Still Great After All These Years - 'Tenko' is one of the few complete television series that I can watch regularly (every year at least) and enjoy just as much every single time. I was in my mid teens when it first appeared on BBC1 and I loved it even then. The subject matter was quite unique at the time (and unusual even now) as was the fact that the series was comprised of a largely female ensemble cast. It covers the entire period from the fall of Singapore to the eventual release and rehabilitation of the women some three and a half years later. Along the way, the main cast move between three very different internment camps. Costume and make up are to be applauded as the cast convey, very convincingly, the physical changes over the years - sores and sunburn and gashes and scars and, most of all, the effects of near starvation. Perhaps by today's standards, the brutality of the Japanese captors is not as vivid as it might be but it is nevertheless portrayed convincingly and their are many truly shocking moments, especially some of the scenes of torture, eg days staked out in the sun with no food or water! Inevitably, in some respects, it might seem a little dated now. The cinematography shows its age (some strange mixes of film and video) and its all quite 'talky'. Long scenes of dialogue don't seen to be 'a thing' anymore and its a shame. Here, it gives the stories and characters a real chance to breathe. SPOILERS BELOW**** The cast are generally excellent and it is wonderful to have some 30 hours to get to know most of these women - you really get to care about them. Of course, when it comes to favourite performances, such things are subjective. My own personal favourites were Stephanie Cole (who charts the journey of Beatrice Mason from cool, detached doctor to vulnerable, impulsive friend with such brilliance), Patricia Lawrence (whose starchy and unlikeable Dutch nun turns into one of the warmest characters in the series), Stephanie Beacham (bitchy socialite who quickly finds her heart) and perhaps especially Veronica Roberts! Roberts does amazing things with the character of Dorothy Bennett who starts off as a sheltered young wife and mother who loses both husband and baby, becomes a selfish and bitter bitch who sells herself to the guards for her own comforts, transforms again through unlikely friendships with Sister Ulrica and Blanche into a less selfish and more pragmatic woman and finally into a confident and successful businesswoman - its something of a tour de force! Arguably the main role is that of Marion Jefferson, portrayed by Ann Bell. Whilst I liked Bell very much - and its difficult not to like Marion - I do think that some of the other characters are more memorable. All the women have their moments even in the smaller roles and even though there were some actresses I was less fond of (Kate, Christina, Maggie) they all get at least a few moments in which to shine. Each series is quite distinct. The first charts the fall of Singapore through to Christmas in the first (very basic) camp. I suspect that this is the most true to life section - conditions are very poor and medical supplies are practically non-existent. We lose a couple of characters in series two as the women are moved to their next and more comfortable camp (I especially missed Nellie) but this series was my favourite. I suspect that it is less realistic in some respects as the plot moves into more soapy territory of mysteries and intrigues surrounding the new camp bitches Verna and Miss Hasan but, I have to admit, I loved it. The new characters are brilliant, not just Verna, Hasan and Marion's old school chum Lillian but smaller roles such as Daisy and Dr Trier, and this is where some of the best character growth comes into play. This is the series where Dorothy, Sister Ulrica, Mrs Van Meyer, Rose and even Marion herself become fully fleshed out people. Series 3 comes at the end of the war and deals largely with life back in the 'normal' world. Its good, although perhaps not as good as the first two series. Its a pity to lose Dorothy halfway through and I'm not too fond of 'Blanche replacement' Maggie. Its also a pity that all the new series 2 characters are dropped but the third series still has plenty of good stuff and perhaps this is where the likes of Ann Bell, Jean Anderson and Elizabeth Chambers have some of their best moments. The Re-Union is fun too - five years after the war ends - and its good to see what has become of the women. Perhaps the scene at Mrs Van Meyer's house (where the women are forced to relive some of their camp nightmares) seems a little forced in retrospect but obviously some threat and tension was needed within the programme and it all works well enough. I can't recommend 'Tenko' highly enough. Its really a splendid, landmark series and is (in my opinion) just as good today as it was back in the eighties. Review: Tenko dvd - This series was very good.my sister requested the complete series .she's extremely pleased ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Contributor | Ann Bell, Burt Kwouk, Claire Oberman, Elizabeth Chambers, Emily Bolton, Jean Anderson, Ken Riddington, Lavinia Warner, Louise Jameson, Patricia Lawrence, Rosemary Martin, Stephanie Beacham, Stephanie Cole, Vere Lorrimer, Veronica Roberts Contributor Ann Bell, Burt Kwouk, Claire Oberman, Elizabeth Chambers, Emily Bolton, Jean Anderson, Ken Riddington, Lavinia Warner, Louise Jameson, Patricia Lawrence, Rosemary Martin, Stephanie Beacham, Stephanie Cole, Vere Lorrimer, Veronica Roberts See more | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 817 Reviews | | Format | PAL | | Genre | Drama, Military & War | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05036193099984 | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Acorn Media | | Number of discs | 12 | | Publication date | 3 Oct. 2011 | | Runtime | 29 hours and 21 minutes | ## Product Details - **Format:** PAL - **Genre:** Drama, Military & War - **Language:** English - **Number of discs:** 12 ## Images ![Tenko - The Complete Series [DVD] - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91RohNk8LDL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Still Great After All These Years *by I***N on 7 June 2015* 'Tenko' is one of the few complete television series that I can watch regularly (every year at least) and enjoy just as much every single time. I was in my mid teens when it first appeared on BBC1 and I loved it even then. The subject matter was quite unique at the time (and unusual even now) as was the fact that the series was comprised of a largely female ensemble cast. It covers the entire period from the fall of Singapore to the eventual release and rehabilitation of the women some three and a half years later. Along the way, the main cast move between three very different internment camps. Costume and make up are to be applauded as the cast convey, very convincingly, the physical changes over the years - sores and sunburn and gashes and scars and, most of all, the effects of near starvation. Perhaps by today's standards, the brutality of the Japanese captors is not as vivid as it might be but it is nevertheless portrayed convincingly and their are many truly shocking moments, especially some of the scenes of torture, eg days staked out in the sun with no food or water! Inevitably, in some respects, it might seem a little dated now. The cinematography shows its age (some strange mixes of film and video) and its all quite 'talky'. Long scenes of dialogue don't seen to be 'a thing' anymore and its a shame. Here, it gives the stories and characters a real chance to breathe. SPOILERS BELOW**** The cast are generally excellent and it is wonderful to have some 30 hours to get to know most of these women - you really get to care about them. Of course, when it comes to favourite performances, such things are subjective. My own personal favourites were Stephanie Cole (who charts the journey of Beatrice Mason from cool, detached doctor to vulnerable, impulsive friend with such brilliance), Patricia Lawrence (whose starchy and unlikeable Dutch nun turns into one of the warmest characters in the series), Stephanie Beacham (bitchy socialite who quickly finds her heart) and perhaps especially Veronica Roberts! Roberts does amazing things with the character of Dorothy Bennett who starts off as a sheltered young wife and mother who loses both husband and baby, becomes a selfish and bitter bitch who sells herself to the guards for her own comforts, transforms again through unlikely friendships with Sister Ulrica and Blanche into a less selfish and more pragmatic woman and finally into a confident and successful businesswoman - its something of a tour de force! Arguably the main role is that of Marion Jefferson, portrayed by Ann Bell. Whilst I liked Bell very much - and its difficult not to like Marion - I do think that some of the other characters are more memorable. All the women have their moments even in the smaller roles and even though there were some actresses I was less fond of (Kate, Christina, Maggie) they all get at least a few moments in which to shine. Each series is quite distinct. The first charts the fall of Singapore through to Christmas in the first (very basic) camp. I suspect that this is the most true to life section - conditions are very poor and medical supplies are practically non-existent. We lose a couple of characters in series two as the women are moved to their next and more comfortable camp (I especially missed Nellie) but this series was my favourite. I suspect that it is less realistic in some respects as the plot moves into more soapy territory of mysteries and intrigues surrounding the new camp bitches Verna and Miss Hasan but, I have to admit, I loved it. The new characters are brilliant, not just Verna, Hasan and Marion's old school chum Lillian but smaller roles such as Daisy and Dr Trier, and this is where some of the best character growth comes into play. This is the series where Dorothy, Sister Ulrica, Mrs Van Meyer, Rose and even Marion herself become fully fleshed out people. Series 3 comes at the end of the war and deals largely with life back in the 'normal' world. Its good, although perhaps not as good as the first two series. Its a pity to lose Dorothy halfway through and I'm not too fond of 'Blanche replacement' Maggie. Its also a pity that all the new series 2 characters are dropped but the third series still has plenty of good stuff and perhaps this is where the likes of Ann Bell, Jean Anderson and Elizabeth Chambers have some of their best moments. The Re-Union is fun too - five years after the war ends - and its good to see what has become of the women. Perhaps the scene at Mrs Van Meyer's house (where the women are forced to relive some of their camp nightmares) seems a little forced in retrospect but obviously some threat and tension was needed within the programme and it all works well enough. I can't recommend 'Tenko' highly enough. Its really a splendid, landmark series and is (in my opinion) just as good today as it was back in the eighties. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tenko dvd *by H***1 on 18 July 2026* This series was very good.my sister requested the complete series .she's extremely pleased ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good *by M***G on 4 July 2026* All good --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/50979192-tenko-the-complete-series-dvd](https://www.desertcart.at/products/50979192-tenko-the-complete-series-dvd) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-08-23*