Doctor in Trouble (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1970, Doctor in Trouble is a comedy film directed by Ralph Thomas, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Dr. Burke is in love with Ophelia but doesn't have time to propose to her as she leaves for a cruise to the Mediterranean. Also on board the cruise ship is an old school chum of Burke's who plays 'Dr.Dare' in a very popular TV series and who women flock to. Burke decides to join the cruise, but is first apprehended as a stowaway, and then becomes the captain's steward. For Burke, trying to talk to Ophelia is a hard enough task, but he meets some funny characters on board, such as a pools winner and a very stubborn captain.
Who’s in it. Doctor in Trouble stars Leslie Phillips as Doctor Anthony Burke, Harry Secombe as Llewellyn Wendover, Robert Morley as Captain George Spratt and James Robertson Justice as Sir Lancelot Spratt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Doctor in Trouble has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Doctor in Trouble page.
If you liked it. Fans of Doctor in Trouble tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Doctor in Trouble (1970)?
- In GB, Doctor in Trouble is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Doctor in Trouble worth watching?
- Doctor in Trouble holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Doctor in Trouble?
- Doctor in Trouble stars Leslie Phillips, Harry Secombe, Robert Morley, James Robertson Justice and Angela Scoular.
- When was Doctor in Trouble released?
- Doctor in Trouble was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.