Back to TV Shows
Doc Martin
Overview
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.
Status
Ended
Created By
Dominic Minghella
Network
ITV1
Seasons & Episodes
Season 10
Episodes
I Will Survive
After having his career scrutinised by the General Medical Council because of his blood phobia, Martin makes efforts to overcome his fear and begins to question whether he made the right decision about resigning.
One Night Only
The surgery is chaotic, with both Martin and Louisa now practising from it. Bert's new business venture with Al doesn't get off to a good start, and Penhale suspects noise complaints are due to paranormal activity.
How Long Has This Been Going On?
Martin is called to an emergency at a local farm, but much to his annoyance the sick farmer, Ron Pickford seems well enough to be managing his lambing sheep.
Everlasting Love
Martin rubs up against the new herbalist and Penhale, Louisa and James are all interested in Janice's new pedicure fish. Martin's ex-flame invites him to speak as keynote speaker at Imperial College, and Ruth is back from Mexico with more than maracas.
Fly Me To The Moon
Louisa is shocked and Martin suspicious by the unannounced return of her father. Ruth is helping Martin with his blood phobia when she discovers his predicament, and an unexpected caravan squatter thwarts Bert's dreams of making a quick buck.
Return to Sender
Martin and Louisa are off to London for Martin to present his research paper. Janice is looking after the children, but things don't go smoothly when Penhale tries to help. Martin also has a few hiccups including an unexpected proposition or two.
Love Will Set You Free
The news of Martin's Imperial College job offer is flying through the village, but the Ellinghams are yet to make a decision. Caitlin blames Bert for the flooded pub cellar, and an emergency on the rocks helps Morwenna make some important decisions.
Our Last Summer
The villagers throw the Ellinghams a farewell party and Ruth helps Mrs Tishell deal with the news and encourages her to attend, but it seems that Martin and Louisa aren't going to make it because a farmer has spotted their lost dog.
Top Cast
Martin Clunes
Dr. Martin Ellingham
Caroline Catz
Louisa Glasson
Joe Absolom
Al Large
Ian McNeice
Bert Large
Selina Cadell
Mrs Tishell
Ben Miller
Stewart James
