A Doctor's Diary (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1937, A Doctor's Diary is a drama and romance film directed by Charles Vidor, running about 77 minutes. “A Thrilling love story that unlocks the secrets of a big hospital!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Doctor's Diary is told through the eyes of Dr. Dan Norris (John Trent), resident physician in a private hospital. In his search for a cure for spinal meningitis, Norris recklessly runs roughshod over the feelings of his colleagues. The doctor's older, wiser supervisor, Dr. Clem Driscoll (George Bancroft), tries to curb Norris' impatience, pointing out that nothing takes place overnight. Angrily, Norris accuses Driscoll of malpractice and is forced to resign from the clinic -- just when a meningitis epidemic breaks out.
Who’s in it. A Doctor's Diary stars George Bancroft as Dr. Clem Driscoll, Helen Burgess as Ruth Hanlon, John Trent as Dr. Dan Norris and Ruth Coleman as Catherine Stanwood, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, A Doctor's Diary 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 A Doctor's Diary page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Doctor's Diary tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Doctor's Diary (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Doctor's Diary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Doctor's Diary worth watching?
- A Doctor's Diary holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Doctor's Diary?
- A Doctor's Diary stars George Bancroft, Helen Burgess, John Trent, Ruth Coleman and Ronald Sinclair.
- When was A Doctor's Diary released?
- A Doctor's Diary was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.