A & E: When Patients Attack (2015): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2015, A & E: When Patients Attack is an action, crime, tv movie and documentary film directed by Kerry Allison, running about 43 minutes. “The security staff of Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, U.K., is constantly kept on its feet by aggressive patients. This is their story.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Hospital staff are reporting more violence and anti-social behaviour than ever before. In 2015, 8 staff were assaulted every hour – a new record high. At The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham – one of the UK’s biggest hospitals – they think they have the answer. Here a private security force of 46 uniformed guards, and a sophisticated CCTV system, keep staff and patients safe. A colourful mixture of characters ranging from ex-soldiers, to bouncers, to former elite sportsmen, it’s the security team’s job to keep the hospital running smoothly. With more than 2 million visitors they have to deal with all aspects of crime and anti-social behaviour. All against a back drop of life changing and life saving procedures.

Who’s in it. A & E: When Patients Attack stars Paul Loughran as Himself - Narrator.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, A & E: When Patients Attack 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 A & E: When Patients Attack page.

If you liked it. Fans of A & E: When Patients Attack tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.