Season 1

TV Show · Comedy · Drama

Jon Hamm and Daniel Radcliffe star in this wry comedy drama about a young doctor’s fledgling career as he begins his new life in a small, backwards Russian village. Based on the semi- autobiographical short stories by Bulgakov, set on the eve of the Russian Revolution, it tells the story of the young medical graduate’s turbulent and brutal introduction to his practice, narrated by his older, more experienced self. Dealing not only with the superstitious and poorly educated patients, but also with his own inner demons, the young doctor reveals doubts about his own competence and struggles with the immense burden of medical responsibility. A Young Doctor’s Notebook is a fascinating, dark and original, pitch black comedy with renowned international acting talent that will surprise and entertain viewers in a wholly unique way.

2012 · 23m
Starring Daniel Radcliffe, Jon Hamm, Vicki Pepperdine
Director Alex Hardcastle

Season 1

  • EPISODE 1
    Episode 1
    While answering to the authorities about self-prescribing morphine, a doctor finds his old diary. He has a series of comic exchanges with his young and inexperienced self, mocking him for his youthful looks.
    23m
  • EPISODE 2
    Episode 2
    Inexperienced young Dr Vladimir Bomgard is forced to carry out the operation of his career. His older self does little to ease his nerves.
    22m
  • EPISODE 3
    Episode 3
    Stomach pain pushes the despairing young doctor to desperate lengths. His older self suffers the unsavoury effects of his addiction.
    23m
  • EPISODE 4
    Episode 4
    The young doctor spirals into dark hallucinations as his older self tries to stop him from destroying his life.
    24m
  • EPISODE 1
    Episode 1
    The young doctor and Pelageya panic as they fear the discovery of a morphine shortfall. The arrival of a group of injured soldiers leads to a life threatening mix-up.
    22m
  • EPISODE 2
    Episode 2
    The young doctor is desperately trying to replace his depleted morphine supply and turns to cocaine. He questions his relationship with Pelageya.
    22m

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Cast & Crew

  • Daniel Radcliffe
    junger Doktor
  • Jon Hamm
    älterer Doktor
  • Rosie Cavaliero
    Pelageya
  • Adam Godley
    The Feldsher
  • Vicki Pepperdine
    Anna
  • Daniel Cerqueira
    Vlas
  • Alex Hardcastle
    Director
  • R‌M
    Robbie McKillop
    Director
  • Kenton Allen
    Producer
  • Jon Hamm
    Producer

About

Season 1

Comedy

Jon Hamm and Daniel Radcliffe star in this wry comedy drama about a young doctor’s fledgling career as he begins his new life in a small, backwards Russian village. Based on the semi- autobiographical short stories by Bulgakov, set on the eve of the Russian Revolution, it tells the story of the young medical graduate’s turbulent and brutal introduction to his practice, narrated by his older, more experienced self. Dealing not only with the superstitious and poorly educated patients, but also with his own inner demons, the young doctor reveals doubts about his own competence and struggles with the immense burden of medical responsibility. A Young Doctor’s Notebook is a fascinating, dark and original, pitch black comedy with renowned international acting talent that will surprise and entertain viewers in a wholly unique way.

Information

Studio
Sky Arts
Released
2012
Rated
MA15+
Region of Origin
United Kingdom
© 2012 Big Talk Productions

Languages

Original Audio
English (United Kingdom), English
Audio

English (United Kingdom) (AAC)

Subtitles

English (CC)

Accessibility

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