Born and Bred
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Play S1 E1In the 1950s at the fictional Lancashire village of Ormston, a father and son, both doctors, navigate the challenges of running a cottage hospital under the newly established National Health Service.
Cast: Jenna Russell, Polly Thompson, Evan Fortescue
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6 episodes
- 1. The Best ManThe Gilder family head to Ormston for Linda's wedding to Len. After a wild stag do, Len wakes nude in the village. Arthur, local doctor, prepares for his nurse's big day. As the guests' train breaks down, Linda has second thoughts.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minApr 21, 2002
- 2. Nothing Like the SonTom and Arthur clash over the hospital's unconventional management. Meanwhile, Deborah encounters Eddie, who asserts himself as the doctor's cleaner despite any objections. Eddie appears to be harbouring a secret.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minApr 28, 2002
- 3. The Inspector CallsTom and Arthur prepare to meet Cornelius Sibbald, the official responsible for approving the new cottage hospital. Meanwhile, the villagers unite in a fundraising effort to support the building work.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 5, 2002
- 4. Buried TreasureTom puzzles over local carpenter Bert Cartwright's determination to keep him away, despite Bert's wife's illness. Meanwhile, Michael discovers something exciting, prompting the entire village to hunt for buried treasure.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 12, 2002
- 5. Brothers in ArmsTom's patience is tested when his father appears to lose focus in their battle to run the village surgery, but unbeknownst to Tom, Arthur is busy brewing his own beer for the christening. Tension develops between Frank and Len.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 19, 2002
- 6. Judgement DayThe people of Ormston face an anxious wait as the cottage hospital's future is decided upon by NHS inspector Neville Manly.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 26, 2002
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Born and Bred
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In the 1950s at the fictional Lancashire village of Ormston, a father and son, both doctors, navigate the challenges of running a cottage hospital under the newly established National Health Service.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Nigel McCrery, Chris Chibnall
- Studio
- BBC TV
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
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