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TV series

A Young Doctor's Notebook

2012–2013, English, on Sky Arts. Created by Kenton Allen.

A young doctor who has graduated at the top of his class from the Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry is thrust out into an isolated and impoverished country side as the village's only doctor. As he learns to adapt to his new lifestyle, he develops a morphine addiction to stay his sanity while realizing what being a doctor in the real world means.

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Seasons
2
Episodes
8
Episode length
23 min
Status
Ended in 2013

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7.1/10 from 210 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch A Young Doctor's Notebook

A Young Doctor's Notebook is streaming on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus in India.

Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

Latest episode

S2 E4: Episode 4

Aired 12 December 2013

Seasons 2

Details

First aired
6 December 2012
Last aired
12 December 2013
Network
Sky Arts
Language
English
Country
United Kingdom
Type
Scripted
Rated
TV-MA
nursewinterdrug addictiondark comedymorphinehospitaldoctorperiod dramahistoricalbased on short storywithdrawaltold in flashbackrussian historymedical drama

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What A Young Doctor's Notebook is based on

A Young Doctor's Notebook is adapted from a short story.

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A Young Doctor's Notebook: quick answers

Is A Young Doctor's Notebook worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 210 TMDB viewer ratings.

How many seasons of A Young Doctor's Notebook are there?

A Young Doctor's Notebook has 2 seasons and 8 episodes, about 23 minutes each.

Is A Young Doctor's Notebook finished?

Yes. A Young Doctor's Notebook ended in 2013, so you can watch the whole story.

Which OTT platform is A Young Doctor's Notebook on?

A Young Doctor's Notebook is streaming on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

A Young Doctor's Notebook parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

A Young Doctor's Notebook is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

What shows are like A Young Doctor's Notebook?

If you liked A Young Doctor's Notebook, try DTF St. Louis, You're the Worst, Life & Beth.

Who created A Young Doctor's Notebook?

A Young Doctor's Notebook was created by Kenton Allen and stars Jon Hamm, Daniel Radcliffe, Adam Godley.

What is A Young Doctor's Notebook based on?

A Young Doctor's Notebook is adapted from a short story.

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