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Is Dr. Finlay's Casebook coming back?

Dr. Finlay's Casebook (1962–1971) — drama on BBC One

The answer: Concluded January 3, 1971.
Dr. Finlay's Casebook poster
Genre
Drama
Network / streamer
BBC One
Premiered
August 16, 1962
Ended
January 3, 1971
Runtime
~50 min per episode
8seasons

About Dr. Finlay's Casebook

Dr. Finlay's Casebook ended in 1971. The series aired its final episode on January 3rd, 1971, on BBC One. It was a beloved drama that ran for nearly a decade, depicting the life and work of a Scottish general practitioner in the fictional town of Tannochbrae.

The show was based on A. J. Cronin's novella Country Doctor and was set in the late 1920s. It followed Dr. Finlay, played by Bill Simpson, and his senior partner Dr. Cameron, portrayed by Andrew Cruickshank, as they managed their medical practice. The series also featured Janet MacPherson, their housekeeper and receptionist, played by Barbara Mullen, along with other recurring characters such as Dr. Snoddie and the district nurse, Mistress Niven.

The series was a drama that focused on medical cases and community life. It aired over eight seasons, with a total of 189 episodes, and each episode had a runtime of approximately 50 minutes. The cast included notable actors like Bill Simpson, Andrew Cruickshank, and Barbara Mullen. The series does not have a rated score available on TVMaze.

Dr. Finlay's Casebook cast

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