I have tried many exercise programs, VIDEOS to be exact ranging for TaeBo to TurboJam to Biggest Loser to Jari Love to the PIT workout to you name it. Out of all of these, P90X stand out a head above most. Tony Horton claims to have made this program after a lot of research and has multiple workouts for the entire length of the training i.e. 90 days. You have a combination of a chest and back workout and an arms and shoulder workout, but if you are not happy with this combination, you have have the option of 'Back and Biceps' and 'Chest and Triceps', so basically, you have lots to choose from.
The program has multiple types of workouts ranging from cardio to plyometics to weight lifting to yoga. Each workout is about 1 hour (a part from the yoga workout, that one is longer) and at the end of each workout, you do an intense ab/core workout. The workout guide helps you decide which workout to do and stick to it for a some time e.g. 4 weeks. One thing that I love about the workouts is Tony's sense of humor. The guy makes you laugh during a tough move. He is absolutely hilarious. Oh, I completely forgot, some of the ladies working out also catch your attention so for the guys who MAY get motivated by looking at a pretty girl doing these things, this would motivate your LOADS.
There is also a PLUS section where the workouts are more intense. These are mainly full body workouts but very very tough so only try them if you can finish the usual workouts.
There is also a diet plan or diet guidance for you in the P90X pack. The thing about these workouts is that if you don't eat right, you will still see some results, but not as fast and may not be what you are looking for. For example, you might build muscle, which will be covered you fat, that's something you don't want.
The only drawback is the intensity. If you are a beginner and can't do some movements, you will get demotivated. Although Tony does give some variations but in some cases, the beginner movement can also be a bit difficult. One might give up very easily or even get scared before starting it. If I were to raise a concern, then I would say that maybe you are doing too much during the workout. It doesn't have to be an hour long, but that's what it is. As for the cost, it might be considered expensive, but from a practical point of view, it would cost you more in gym membership and hiring a personal trainer.
Conclusion: A highly recommended program with thousands of success stories. If you want to get lean, then this is your way to go.
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