SILVER SPRING, MD; March 13, 2008 —Acorn Media announces the May 13, 2008 DVD debut of DNA, combining the modern fascination with forensics and the in-depth character studies of classic British mysteries in a uniquely satisfying hybrid. Often compared to CSI, the hit U.K. series stars Tony®-winning, Oscar®-nominated actor Tom Conti (Reuben, Reuben; Shirley Valentine) and Samantha Bond (Miss Moneypenny in Die Another Day, Tomorrow Never Dies, GoldenEye).

Tom Conti stars as Joe Donovan, an accomplished but troubled criminologist who returns from a mental breakdown to lead Manchester’s crack Forensic Investigations Unit. Called in to consult on a murder case that suspiciously resembles the one that drove him into near madness years ago, Donovan redeems his reputation and rediscovers his devotion to the job. Yet his professional dedication bleeds into his personal life, alienating his wife (Samantha Bond) but appealing to his son (Ryan Cartwright, The Grimleys), who wants to follow in his father’s footsteps.

Packed with fascinating procedural details and wickedly captivating plot twists, every episode of DNA delivers edge-of-your-seat suspense. But with its complex characterizations, it also explores the human dimension of the scientists who solve crimes.

The 2-volume boxed set includes the complete series one and two. In the U.K., the series aired under the title DoNovAn.

Headquartered in suburban Washington, D.C., Acorn Media distributes distinctive home video releases to the North American market with a special focus on the best of British television. Acorn’s DVD sets are available from select retailers, catalog companies, and direct from Acorn Media at (888) 870-8047 or www.acornonline.com.