The Hospital
1971, English. Directed by Arthur Hiller.
Madness, Murder and Malpractice.
Dr. Bock, the chief of medicine at a Manhattan hospital, is suicidal after the collapse of his personal life. When an intern is found dead in a hospital bed, it appears to Bock to be a case of unforgivable malpractice. Hours later, another doctor, who happens to be responsible for another case of malpractice, is found dead. Despondent, Bock finds himself drawn to Barbara, the daughter of a comatose missionary.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Hospital
The Hospital is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Arthur HillerDirector
- George C. ScottDr. Herbert Bock
- Diana RiggBarbara Drummond
- Barnard HughesDrummond
- Richard DysartDr. Welbeck
- Stephen ElliottDr. Sundstrom
- Donald HarronMilton Mead
- Andrew DuncanWilliam Mead
- Nancy MarchandMrs. Christie
- Jordan CharneyHitchcock
- Roberts BlossomGuernsey
- Lenny BakerDr. Schaefer
- Richard HamiltonDr. Ronald Casey
Details
- Released
- 14 December 1971
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paddy Chayefsky
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The Hospital: quick answers
Is The Hospital worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hospital?
The Hospital runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does The Hospital have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hospital. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hospital parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hospital is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hospital on?
The Hospital is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hospital?
If you liked The Hospital, try Witness for the Prosecution, Please Give, Manhattan Murder Mystery.
Who directed The Hospital?
The Hospital (1971) was directed by Arthur Hiller and stars George C. Scott, Diana Rigg, Barnard Hughes.