The Good Doctor (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 0.5
Released in 1978, The Good Doctor is a drama film directed by Jack O'Brien, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A writer (made to resemble Russian playwright Anton Chekhov) narrates a collection of his stories, all of which are written in the style of Chekhov.
Who’s in it. The Good Doctor stars Richard Chamberlain as Anton Chekhov / Various Roles, Ed Asner as Various Roles, Lee Grant as Various Roles and Marsha Mason as Various Roles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 0.5/10, The Good Doctor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Good Doctor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Good Doctor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Good Doctor (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Good Doctor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Good Doctor worth watching?
- The Good Doctor holds an audience score of 0.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Good Doctor?
- The Good Doctor stars Richard Chamberlain, Ed Asner, Lee Grant, Marsha Mason and Bob Dishy.
- When was The Good Doctor released?
- The Good Doctor was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.