The Doctor
1991, English. Directed by Randa Haines.
An Uplifting Story About Finding New Meaning In Life.
Jack McKee is a doctor with it all: he's successful, he's rich, and he has no problems.... until he is diagnosed with throat cancer. Now that he has seen medicine, hospitals, and doctors from a patient's perspective, he realises that there is more to being a doctor than surgery and prescriptions.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Doctor
The Doctor is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Details
- Released
- 24 July 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Caswell
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $38M
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The Doctor: quick answers
Is The Doctor worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Doctor?
The Doctor runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Doctor have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Doctor. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Doctor parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Doctor is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Doctor on?
The Doctor is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Doctor?
If you liked The Doctor, try The Safety of Objects, Hounddog, Bastard Out of Carolina.
Who directed The Doctor?
The Doctor (1991) was directed by Randa Haines and stars William Hurt, Christine Lahti, Elizabeth Perkins.