‘Call the Midwife,’ ‘Grey's Anatomy’ & More Bingeworthy Medical Shows on Netflix
Whether we’re casually flipping through channels or stealing quick glances at a waiting room TV, there’s just something about medical dramas that always pulls us in. Perhaps it’s the thrill of watching skilled medics race against time to deal with challenging cases, or maybe it’s the layers of drama surrounding these doctors’ personal lives. Either way, we simply can’t resist a good medical series that blends drama with mystery and romance. If you’ve also been craving similar content, then allow us to introduce 15 binge-worthy medical shows on Netflix, from Grey’s Anatomy to Call the Midwife.
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1. ‘Doctor Foster’
Who’s in it? Suranne Jones, Bertie Carvel, Jodie Comer, Tom Taylor, Adam James
What’s it about? Partially inspired by the story of Greek mythological figure Medea, Doctor Foster follows Gemma Foster (Jones), a doctor who suspects that her husband is being unfaithful. When she investigates, however, she unearths secrets that lead her down a dark path.
2. ‘Call the Midwife’
Who’s in it? Jessica Raine, Miranda Hart, Helen George, Bryony Hannah, Laura Main
What’s it about? Looking for a poignant period drama with feminist themes? Well, look no further. The series tells the story of a group of midwives who work in the poor East End of London during the ‘50s and ‘60s. Prepare to get emotional.
3. ‘Grey’s Anatomy’
Who’s in it? Ellen Pompeo, Sandra Oh, Katherine Heigl, Justin Chambers, Patrick Dempsey
What’s it about? ER meets Sex and the City in this Emmy-winning series. It chronicles the lives of several residents and interns at Seattle Grace Hospital (later named Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital) as they’re groomed to become skilled doctors.
4. ‘Private Practice’
Who’s in it? Kate Walsh, Tim Daly, Audra McDonald, Paul Adelstein, KaDee Strickland
What’s it about? If you’re already binged every season of Grey’s Anatomy, then you need to get into this spin-off series. It follows the life of Dr. Addison Montgomery (Walsh) after she transfers from Seattle Grace to Seaside Health & Wellness Center, a private practice in California.
5. ‘Charité’
Who’s in it? Alicia von Rittberg, Maximilian Meyer-Bretschneider, Justus von Dohnányi
What’s it about? This wartime medical drama centers on the lives of doctors and scientists at Charité, a prestigious hospital in Berlin. Set during the 1880s, the medical staff deals with an onslaught of sick and injured patients affected by the Industrial Revolution.
6. ‘Charité at War’
Who’s in it? Sarah Bauerett, Susanne Böwe, Mala Emde
What’s it about? This Charité sequel depicts how the hospital staff fares under Nazi rule during World War II. The performances are brilliant, and the plot offers interesting new perspectives of this historical period.
7. ‘Heart & Soul’
Who’s in it? Chioma Adibe, Ademola Amoo, Odun Ayo, Phoenix Ezendu
What’s it about? Unlike most medical dramas, this show tackles spirituality and life after death. Set in Lagos, the series follows Dr. Sydney Balogu (Amoo), an ambitious junior doctor who starts to believe there might be more to medical issues and cures than just science.
8. ‘Live Up to Your Name’
Who’s in it? Moon Ga-young, Kim Myung-gon, Um Hyo-sup, Ahn Suk-hwan
What’s it about? Not only does it have the elements of a solid medical drama, but it also involves time travel. Heo Im (Nam-gil) is a famous doctor from the Joseon Dynasty who’s sentenced to jail after failing to properly treat the king for his migraines. But when Heo tries to escape, he accidentally time travels to modern-day South Korea and connects with the equally talented surgeon, Choi Yeon-kyung (Ah-joong).
9. ‘The Night Shift’
Who’s in it? Eoin Macken, Jill Flint, Ken Leung, Brendan Fehr
What’s it about? The Night Shift follows a small group of Army doctors who take on the night shift at San Antonio Memorial Hospital—and find that it’s no less challenging than the day shift. This show definitely gets bonus points for how it tackles PTSD.
10. ‘Life’
Who’s in it? Lee Dong-wook, Cho Seung-woo, Won Jin-ah, Lee Kyu-hyung
What’s it about? Trouble ensues at a university hospital when the director dies of a heart attack and his newly-appointed replacement clashes with staff. Nuanced characters, swoon-worthy romances and dramatic plotlines abound in this enticing medical drama.
11. ‘Chocolate’
Who’s in it? Yoon Kye-sang, Ha Ji-won, Jang Seung-jo, Teo Yoo
What’s it about? This feel-good drama follows Lee Kang, a neurosurgeon who once had dreams of becoming a chef. His life takes an interesting turn, however, when he reunites with Moon Cha Young—the famous chef that he inspired several years ago.
12. ‘Morocco: Love in Times of War’
Who’s in it? Alicia Borrachero, Amaia Salamanca, Alex Garcia, Anna Moliner
What’s it about? Set during the Morocco War (also known as the Rif War), the show follows a group of nurse trainees who are sent to a war-struck region to help injured soldiers. Even with the devastating effects of the war, the nurses form new friendships and romances along the way.
13. ‘Hospital Playlist’
Who’s in it? Jo Jung-suk, Yoo Yeon-seok, Jung Kyung-ho, Kim Dae-myung, Jeon Mi-do
What’s it about? This show follows a tight-knit group of middle-aged medics as they try to navigate their stressful jobs and personal challenges. Between the chemistry of the main cast and the comedic moments, this Korean drama is a must-watch.
14. ‘Medical Police’
Who’s in it? Erinn Hayes, Rob Huebel, Malin Åkerman, Sarayu Rao
What’s it about? A spin-off of the parody series, Children’s Hospital, this equally intriguing parody follows two doctors who are tasked with finding a cure to a threatening virus. But in the process, they uncover a big conspiracy. Though it mainly pokes fun at the spy genre, it’s packed with witty humor and offers a pretty refreshing take on medical dramas.
15. ‘Ratched’
Who’s in it? Sarah Paulson, Finn Wittrock, Cynthia Nixon, Jon Jon Briones
What’s it about? Ever wondered about how Nurse Ratched became the cruel asylum nurse we all know from One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest? This dark psychological thriller explores just that. Set before the film, Ratched reveals the origin story of Mildred Ratched (Paulson) who, while a dedicated nurse on the surface, has much darker motives for working at Lucia State Hospital.
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