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Doctor Zhivago

2002·Show
3Episodes in1Season
70
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Stunning style, high energy, no humor.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle7
  • Violence6

Heart

Deeply romantic and deeply moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance9
  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, politics, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion10
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth10
  • Direction9
  • Acting9

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9

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About

Boris Pasternak's tale of love, betrayal and revolution.

Young and beautiful Lara is loved by three men: a revolutionary, a mogul, and a doctor. Their lives become intertwined with the drama of Russian revolution. Doctor Zhivago is still married when he meets Lara. Their love story is unfolding against the backdrop of revolution which affects the doctor's career, his family, and his love to Lara.
Epic Historical RomanceRussian Revolution DramaSweeping War SagaDoomed Love StoryCharacter-Driven TragedySocio-Political CommentaryGrand Scale NarrativePeriod PieceEmotional MelodramaExistential Struggle

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Questions about Doctor Zhivago

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Where can I stream Doctor Zhivago legally?

Doctor Zhivago is included with a subscription to BritBox in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Shout! Factory TV, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Doctor Zhivago worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Doctor Zhivago rated?

ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Doctor Zhivago have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 3 episodes of about 75 minutes each.

Is Doctor Zhivago based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Doctor Zhivago air?

It ran from 2002 to 2002 and has ended.

What language is Doctor Zhivago in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, Germany, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Doctor Zhivago?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Doctor Zhivago in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.