Masterpiece: Mr. Selfridge - Season 3

I loved seasons 1 & 2. But season 3 is quite a disappointment! I'm finishing the series because I loved the first two seasons so much I kept hoping it would return to its former charm (that, and I'm recovering from back surgery, so being stuck in bed leaves me few options).This season, the storylines have veered far from anything near the realm of truth of the actual Mr. Selfridge's life. They are overly dramatic and ridiculous. Almost as ridiculous as the Tointon sister's (Selfridge sister's) acting... Really, really bad! They are British, it turns out, speaking in American accents, which is over done and it sounds like they're at best, over enunciating, but more likely yelling their lines.My last criticism is for the hairstylist. What is the deal?! Most of the curly hairstyles (which by the way, while I'm no expert, I don't think are at all appropriate for the time period), look the way mine did as a 10 year old, the morning after I took out those pink styrofoam curlers my mom put in the morning before; Frizzy and out of control.

I loved watching this series and watching how women's clothes, hair and makeup changed over a very short period of time. The British suffragette movement was extremely influential, and World War I necessitated women needing clothes they could actually move in. Enter the French slip-dresses and pants, exit the corsets and bustles, voila! Flappers 😀 The whole series is a history lesson with enough comedy and drama to keep it interesting. Mr Selfridge was a true genius, and as such, prone to being his own worst enemy. Keep your eyes on the annoying Kitty, she blossoms into the strongest character!The only storyline I didn't really care about was Victor and the role of the British mobsters, but that's an important part of US history as well. Everything that happens during the series predates US history and culture by about 10 years.

What a delight! Every episode of Mr. Selfridge is a feast for the eyes: the costumes, window displays, street scenes, merchandise on display and so much more are incredibly and happily stimulating visually. And what of the plot? Well, no spoilers here, just suffice it to say that this charming period drama is a soap for people who don't like soaps. The performances? Stellar! But, you know that if you're on season 3. You've come this far, take the plunge and watch on! Can your life ever be complete without knowing the fates of these unforgettable Characters?

With the departure of Lady May, as well as Agnes and Henri, there is something missing. Loxley is too stereotypical. Needs some depth to the character. I like Ms. Wells and I think Rosalie and the husband need more of a role. And what is with Violet and Rosalie's American accents? They don't sound natural. Are those women actresses from abroad??Anyway, will continue to watch season 4. I must see it to the end.

I absolutely loved this show. i watched it on my laptop and i felt like one of the family. the actors and actresses were great and the character development was incredible. it kept me coming back to see what will happen. i couldn't stop watching it. but the last episode of season 3, i was disappointed that it was not and "they lived happily ever after". Harry is depressed and disappointed and is gambling again at the tables. it leaves us there and i truly hope there will be a season 4. i truly enjoyed this programming. thank you

Do NOT mean to let this review be a "spoilers alert" BUT... I absolutely LOVE this entire story and most of the series... BUT, this one just jumped cliff and glossed over all the characters that actually went to WAR. Especially so sad Miss. Mardel lost her young man when she finally gave LOVE to a much younger man a real chance, only to find "every one was so sorry about Florian". The Kitty Hawkins is NOW Mrs. Edwards, would have liked to see that proposal...

One of the saddest and most disappointing days was when I realized there was no more Mr. Selfridge. Although it seemed at times that Jeremy Piven called in his performance, I still enjoyed this and came to love and accept his performances. The cast was awesome the writing was top rate and the costumes, editing, music all amazing. Storyline wasn't too shabby too and I feel as if they stayed reasonably close to the actual truth. Well done PBS!!

I love this show. Jeremy Pivens is a lovely surprise in an unlikely role. Period pieces are my guilty pleasures when I don't have time to read a book. The American entrepreneurship fits wonderfully in this English period of changing propriety. Just as Downton Abbey and Upstairs Downstairs enlightened audiences about the inner workings of British aristocracy and the flaws that made it an unsustainable way of life in the 20th century so does Mr. Selfridge. Selfridge confronts early century British moires as they overlay society in the turn of the century. Selfridge is the rock on which these patterns reconcile. brilliantly done with much to recommend it.

I love all the Selfridge series and this came up to the standard. Recommend anyone buy the whole series as it is very well acted and a great story based on true facts. Very entertaining. Looking forward to the next series. Anything produced by the BBC has excellent dialogue, easy to understand and outstanding actors. A must to own.

It was essential as I missed the 4th season when it first aired.It was very expensive but their probably is a donation component to PBS.It is even more interesting as there is a Canadian connection. The Weston Family (Lolblaws and Holt Renfrew) are now the owners of the store.

Mr. Selfridge is back. It is like visiting an old friend and getting caught up, and learning about all the things that have happened since we last saw each other.

A wonderful series about a real life person. Who needs to watch reality television?

This series is very well done and I enjoy being able to watch them on my schedule.