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A Doctor in the Family

1998·Show
286Episodes in10Seasons
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8
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IMDb5.8
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A Doctor in the Family fingerprint

Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome10
  • Family Dynamics10
  • Hopefulness9

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Family and everyday modern life

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

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

The adventures of the unpredictable Martini family led by the tireless Grandpa Libero.
Italian Family SitcomHeartwarming Multigenerational DramaNostalgic Comfort ViewingWarm Humor & WitStrong Ensemble CastEveryday Life RealismPositive ValuesLighthearted Social CommentaryCharming EccentricitiesTimeless Appeal

Crew

Directed by:
Tiziana Aristarco, Claudio Norza, Isabella Leoni
Produced by:
Carlo Bixio, Verdiana Bixio

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is A Doctor in the Family worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does A Doctor in the Family have?

10 seasons

It has 10 seasons with 286 episodes.

When did A Doctor in the Family air?

It ran from 1998 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is A Doctor in the Family in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.

In how many countries can I watch A Doctor in the Family?

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What tropes does A Doctor in the Family use?

Catch PhraseSerial SpouseOpposites AttractContrasting Replacement CharacterBest Friends-in-LawReplaced the Theme TuneOnly Known by Their NicknameCool Old GuyStraight GaySettle for SiblingAnnoying Younger SiblingRevolving Door Castingand 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for A Doctor in the Family, including Catch Phrase, Serial Spouse, Opposites Attract.