Cardiac Arrest

Cardiac Arrest (1994-1996)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy, Medical

Cardiac Arrest is a British medical drama series made by World Productions for BBC1 and first broadcast between 1994 and 1996.

The series was controversial due to its cynical depiction of doctors, nurses, and the National Health Service, although it has often topped polls of the UK medical profession as the most realistic medical drama of all time.

The series was created by Jed Mercurio (writing under the pseudonym John MacUre), a former junior doctor who had worked at a hospital in Wolverhampton, who drew on his own personal experiences to provide a more visceral, albeit wryly humorous, look at the NHS in the 1990s.

Cardiac Arrest is a satirical comedy drama that follows the journey of Dr. Andrew Collin, a newly qualified houseman who arrives on the wards equipped only with theoretical knowledge and a sense of humour. Collin's idealism is immediately at odds with senior house officer Claire Maitland, a pragmatic and cynical physician determined to make him learn the hard way.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E13Death Us Do PartJun 25, 1996
S03E12Breaking StrainJun 18, 1996
S03E11The Oedipus EffectJun 11, 1996
S03E10The Holy TriadJun 4, 1996
S03E09The Age of ConsentMay 28, 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Cardiac Arrest' premiere?

'Cardiac Arrest' premiered on November 7, 1994.

Who created 'Cardiac Arrest'?

'Cardiac Arrest' was created by Jed Mercurio.

What is the genre of 'Cardiac Arrest'?

'Cardiac Arrest' is a medical drama.

Who played the lead role of Dr. Andrew Collin in 'Cardiac Arrest'?

Andrew Lancel played the lead role of Dr. Andrew Collin in 'Cardiac Arrest'.

How many episodes of 'Cardiac Arrest' were produced?

Six episodes of 'Cardiac Arrest' were produced.

What is 'Cardiac Arrest' about?

'Cardiac Arrest' focuses on the inner workings of a National Health Service hospital in London, England.

Which hospital is the focus of 'Cardiac Arrest'?

The focus of 'Cardiac Arrest' is the Grafton Ward of a National Health Service hospital in London, England.

What is the relationship between Dr. Andrew Collin and Dr. Claire Maitland in 'Cardiac Arrest'?

Dr. Andrew Collin and Dr. Claire Maitland have a professional and personal relationship in 'Cardiac Arrest'.

Who played the role of Dr. Claire Maitland in 'Cardiac Arrest'?

Helen Baxendale played the role of Dr. Claire Maitland in 'Cardiac Arrest'.

What is the writing style of 'Cardiac Arrest'?

The writing style of 'Cardiac Arrest' is fast-paced, cynical, and darkly humorous.

Who directed most of the episodes of 'Cardiac Arrest'?

John Strickland directed most of the episodes of 'Cardiac Arrest'.

What is the critical response to 'Cardiac Arrest'?

'Cardiac Arrest' received critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal of the National Health Service and the medical profession.

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