This compilation pulls together several complete episodes, which, after the premiere, which dealt with a monkey rehabilitation ranch (and a hilariously "evil" monkey named Paddy out to get Mike and his crew), settles into a three-job-a-show format that keeps the filth, bad smells and occasional mutant rodents moving along briskly.

This 2 DVD set also includes two special episodes, "Jobs that Bite," where Mike journeys undersea to play with sharks (well, kind of, anyway), and a 100th episode retrospective looking over the dirtiest of all the dirty jobs.

The show is a lot of fun and is highly entertaining for younger males especially who probably dream of being the next generation's Mike Rowe. Mike is not averse to emitting the occasional expletive when greeted with a killer ostrich or especially foul smell, so parents be warned.

The DVD

Video:
The full frame 1.33:1 shot on video image is perfectly acceptable.

Sound:
The standard stereo soundtrack is also fine for these proceedings.

Extras:
No real extras aside from the two "special" episodes included.

Final Thoughts:
If you don't get the Discovery Channel, this is a most worthwhile rental for an evening or two. Be prepared for a few gut-wrenching sights, but also have fun reacting along with Mike Rowe to the frequently absurd circumstances he finds himself in.

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"G-d made stars galore" & "Hey, what kind of a crappy fortune is this?" ZMK, modern prophet