The Doctors
TV series
The Doctors
1969–1971, English, on BBC One. Created by Donald Bull.
The Doctors is a British television drama produced by the BBC. A twice-weekly broadcast from November 1969 to June 1971, it was a highly authentic, serious medical drama set in a North London group practice, aiming to depict realistic medical environments without the antiseptic sentimentality often seen in American medical shows of the era.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 160
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1971
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Latest episode
S2 E48: Episode 160
Aired 17 June 1971
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 19 November 1969
- Last aired
- 17 June 1971
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- NR
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The Doctors: quick answers
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How many seasons of The Doctors are there?
The Doctors has 2 seasons and 160 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The Doctors finished?
Yes. The Doctors ended in 1971, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Doctors on?
The Doctors isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
The Doctors parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Doctors is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Doctors?
If you liked The Doctors, try Heartbeat, Road to Avonlea, London Kills.
Who created The Doctors?
The Doctors was created by Donald Bull and stars Justine Lord, John Barrie, Richard Leech.