The Body in Question (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1978, The Body in Question is a documentary series.
What it’s about. The Body in Question is a landmark British medical documentary series of 13 shows made for the BBC. It was a groundbreaking show, being the first to ever televise an autopsy (in the final show on 29 Jan 1979). Dr Jonathan Miller considers the functioning of the body as a subject of private experience. He explores our attitudes towards our bodies, our ignorance of them, and our inability to read our body's signals. The first episode starts with vox populi asking where various organs in the body are located. By the final episode we are left in no doubt. Taking as his starting point the experience of pain, Dr Miller analyses the elaborate social process of "falling ill", considers the physical foundations of "disease" and looks at the types of individuals humankind has historically attributed with the power of healing. The series was nominated for two 1979 BAFTAs: Best Factual Television Series and Most Original Programme/Series.
Who’s in it. The Body in Question stars Jonathan Miller.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Body in Question sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Body in Question page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Body in Question tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Body in Question (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Body in Question change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Body in Question worth watching?
- The Body in Question holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Body in Question?
- The Body in Question stars Jonathan Miller.
- When was The Body in Question released?
- The Body in Question was released in 1978.