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Doc Martin

2004·Show
77Episodes in10Seasons·TV-PG

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Very funny, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Romance7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Cringe Humor9
  • Wit & Wordplay8

World

Everyday modern life and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Doc Martin is a British television comedy drama series starring Martin Clunes in the title role. It was created by Dominic Minghella after the character of Dr. Martin Bamford in the 2000 comedy film Saving Grace. The show is set in the fictional seaside village of Portwenn and filmed on location in the village of Port Isaac, Cornwall, England, with most interior scenes shot in a converted local barn. Five series aired between 2004 and 2011, together with a feature-length special that aired on Christmas Day 2006. Series 6 began airing on ITV on 2 September 2013.
British Comedy-DramaSocially Awkward ProtagonistSeaside Village SettingCringe HumorSlow-Burn RomanceHeartwarming Misfit StoryMedical Drama LiteCharming EccentricityComfort TV

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Doc Martin legally?

Doc Martin is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Acorn TV, Spectrum On Demand, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Doc Martin worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 82%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Doc Martin rated?

TV-PGStrong language

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does Doc Martin have?

10 seasons

It has 10 seasons with 77 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Doc Martin?

Critics82
Audiences90

Not quite. Audiences rate Doc Martin higher (90) than critics (82). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Doc Martin air?

It ran from 2004 to 2022 and has ended.

What language is Doc Martin in?

EnglishSpanishHungarianGerman

It was made in English, with some Spanish, Hungarian, German. Produced in France, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Doc Martin?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Doc Martin in 46 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Doc Martin use?

Long ListEpic FailMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneLicked by the DogAesop AmnesiaSpirit AdvisorThe "Fun" in "Funeral"Anguished Declaration of LoveFreeze-Frame BonusSleep CuteActually Pretty FunnyShout-Outand 148 more

TV Tropes lists 160 storytelling tropes for Doc Martin, including Long List, Epic Fail, Maybe Magic, Maybe Mundane.