Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.0/10
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Overview
This series shows the workings of an English hospital through the eyes of its junior doctors. Naive and idealistic Dr Andrew Collins (Andrew Lancel), soon realises he still has much to learn. His boss, Dr Claire Maitland (Helen Baxendale) on the other hand, has seen it all. She is a competent doctor, with a cynical view, and is ready to work the system when needed, but she and Collins work well together as she guides him through the many minefields of working in the NHS.
This production, originally released in 1994, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.0 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Andrew Lancel
Dr. Andrew Collin
Helen Baxendale
Dr. Claire Maitland
Ace Bhatti
Dr. Rajesh Rajah
Jo Dow
Dr. James Mortimer
Tom Watson
Mr. Ernest Docherty
Michael MacKenzie
Dr. Graham Turner
Jayne Charlton MacKenzie
SN Caroline Richards
Peter O'Brien
Mr. Cyril 'Scissors' Smedley
Seasons
Season 1
6 Episodes • Aired 1994-04-21
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
8 Episodes • Aired 1995-04-19
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
13 Episodes • Aired 1996-04-02
No season overview provided for this season.
