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Breaking Point

1963·Show
30Episodes in1Season·NR
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1
Episodes
IMDb7.1
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Breaking Point fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

The mind and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

Breaking Point is an American medical drama that aired on ABC from September 16, 1963, to April 27, 1964, continuing in rebroadcasts until September 7. The series, which was a spinoff of Ben Casey, stars Paul Richards and Eduard Franz. The series was created by Meta Rosenberg.
Classic Medical DramaPsychiatric FocusCharacter-Driven1960s TelevisionHuman ConditionThought-ProvokingEthical DilemmasDramatic Cases

Crew

Directed by:
William A. Graham, Sydney Pollack, Don Siegel
Written by:
Allan Sloane, George Lefferts
Produced by:
George Lefferts

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Breaking Point

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Where can I stream Breaking Point legally?

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Is Breaking Point worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Breaking Point rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How many seasons does Breaking Point have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 30 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Breaking Point air?

It ran from 1963 to 1964 and has ended.

What language is Breaking Point in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.