Rivals: Series 1 (2024) 2-Disc Set Blu-ray – Jilly Cooper 80s Drama

Indulge in the excess, ambition, and scandal of 1986 with Rivals, the electrifying adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s bestselling novel. This 2-disc Blu-ray set captures the complete first series of the Disney+ original drama, set in the fictional county of Rutshire. The story centers on the intense feud between two powerful men: the charismatic but arrogant ex-Olympian Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and the ruthless television executive Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant). As they battle for control over the future of Corinium Television, their rivalry ensnares everyone around them, including the brilliant talk show host Declan O’Hara (Aidan Turner).

Praised for its star-studded cast and perfect recreation of the 1980s era, Rivals is a masterclass in period drama, blending sharp satire with steamy romance and high-stakes corporate warfare. This Blu-ray edition ensures you don’t miss a single detail of the lavish costumes, retro soundtrack, and razor-sharp dialogue. Perfect for fans of British dramas and character-driven sagas, this set invites you to witness the cutthroat world where social elites will stop at nothing to come out on top.