Scalpel, Please (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1985, Scalpel, Please is a drama film directed by Jiří Svoboda, running about 114 minutes. “Theoretical chance is not enough...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A psychological drama exploring the notion of the doctor as a moral authority, who within the framework of their everyday work must face questions of life and death. The film is adapted from a novel by Valja Stýblová, in which the author draws upon her personal experiences as a former neurosurgeon. The protagonist of this drama is an ageing professor, based at a Prague neurological clinic, who is haunted by issues concerning his own principles and values, and also by the case of a young patient, Víťa, afflicted with an inoperable tumour.
Who’s in it. Scalpel, Please stars Miroslav Macháček as Surgeon, Jana Brejchová, Barbara Brylska as Med. assistant and Marie Durnová as Zita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Scalpel, Please has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scalpel, Please page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scalpel, Please tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scalpel, Please (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scalpel, Please change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Scalpel, Please worth watching?
- Scalpel, Please holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Scalpel, Please?
- Scalpel, Please stars Miroslav Macháček, Jana Brejchová, Barbara Brylska, Marie Durnová and Jakub Zdeněk.
- When was Scalpel, Please released?
- Scalpel, Please was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.