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Doc Martin is a British television comedy drama series starring Martin Clunes in the title role. It was created by Dominic Minghella after the character of Dr. Martin Bamford in the 2000 comedy film Saving Grace. The show is set in the fictional seaside village of Portwenn and filmed on location in the village of Port Isaac, Cornwall, England, with most interior scenes shot in a converted local barn. Five series aired between 2004 and 2011, together with a feature-length special that aired on Christmas Day 2006. Series 6 began airing on ITV on 2 September 2013.
Created By
Dominic Minghella
Network
ITV1
Episodes
77
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Acorn TV
3 countries
Plex
FREE
3 countries
Pluto TV
FREE
2 countries
Tubi
FREE
2 countries
Hoopla
FREE
2 countries
Prime Video
2 countries
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Doc Martin has 10 seasons with 77 episodes spanning 2004-2022.
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Rating
With a 8.2/10 rating from 133 votes, Doc Martin is considered highly rated.
Year context
Doc Martin first aired 22 years ago in 2004.
CAST (6)
SEASONS (10 seasons, 77 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Going Bodmin
After developing a sudden fear of blood, successful surgeon Dr. Martin Ellingham abandons London for a general practice in a quiet Cornish hamlet.
02
Gentlemen Prefer
Quirky Doc Martin opens his village practice, only to discover that most of his 'patients' enjoy using his waiting room as a makeshift social club.
03
Sh*t Happens
When a nasty stomach virus hits Portwenn, half the village takes ill, and Doc thinks he has traced the virus's source to the local swimming…
04
The Portwenn Effect
After turning down lovely teacher Louisa's invitation to a village dance, the socially awkward Doc treats a park ranger with an unusual problem.
05
Of All the Harbours in All the Towns
When one of his Aunt Joan's former beaus comes back to Portwenn to woo her, Doc must butt in after discovering the man has a…
06
Haemophobia
Upon discovering Doc's fear of blood, the village starts buzzing with the news. Bert insists on playing a practical joke, but Doc isn't laughing.
SEASON 2
01
Old Dogs
Dr Ellingham visits an elderly patient in the villiage, but has to contend with her irate son, who turns out to be one of Louisa's…
02
In Loco
An outbreak of what the Doc suspects is Impetigo leads to problems for Louisa, who must decide whether to follow the Doc's orders to force…
03
Blood Is Thicker
The Doc deals with a strange family who seem reluctant to let him make house calls, and whose passion for taxidermy seems to hint at…
04
Aromatherapy
The people of Portwenn are concerned for Radio Portwenn's DJ Caroline Bosman, whose increasingly erratic behaviour has them suspecting that she has been hitting the…
05
Always On My Mind
Pauline looks set to achieve her ambition of joining the Portwenn Lifeboat crew. However, her joy is short lived when she is confronted with the…
06
The Family Way
Martin's estranged parents charming Christopher and Margaret make a surprise visit, school secretary Maureen Tracey visits the doctor with what she thinks it is a…
07
Out Of The Woods
PC Mark Mylow can't persuade Dr Ellingham to be his best man, but Al Large agrees. The stag weekend – a camping trip – goes…
08
Erotomania
A Salvation Army member arrives in Portwenn to try to trace a missing woman, Danny asks reluctant girlfriend Louisa to move into him, and PC…
SEASON 3
01
The Apple Doesn't Fall
Martin suspects Louisa may have anaemia. Aunt Joan is forced to receive treatment from Martin after nearly running someone over. The Doc is approached by…
02
Movement
Bert Large opens a restaurant in Portwenn, but when a food-poisoning alert appears to be connected to it, it could be a short-lived opening. When…
03
City Slickers
Anthony and Terri Oakwood move in next door to Louisa with their son, Sam, who is given extreme freedom by his parents to express himself.…
04
The Admirer
Mrs Wilson, the hypochondriac owner of the Wilson hotel, forces her attentions on a very indifferent Martin, which makes Louisa jealous anyway. Joan dates a…
05
The Holly Bears a Prickle
Martin and Louisa go on a date, but his usual bluntness ruins a romantic moment, and Louisa ends the struggling relationship. However, a friend of…
06
Nowt So Queer
As an excited Portwenn digests the news that Martin and Louisa are engaged, it's business as usual for the doctor. Beth Sawle's knee wound is…
07
Happily Ever After
It's Martin's wedding day and he manages to offend the vicar who is due to conduct the ceremony by suggesting he has a drink problem.…
SEASON 4
01
Better the Devil
Doc Martin is struggling to maintain his life as a GP, after his wedding day disaster with school headmistress Louisa. She has left the village,…
02
Uneasy Lies The Head
Dr Martin Ellingham struggles to deal with Louisa’s news. But Louisa is adamant she does not want Martin involved.
03
Perish Together As Fools
Dr Martin Ellingham is shocked to find Louisa and Aunt Joan knocking at his door before the Surgery has opened. Louisa has had a medical…
04
Driving Mr McLynn
Dr Martin Ellingham is called to Louisa’s new home after she has a dizzy spell while shifting furniture. Martin urges her to slow down, but…
05
The Departed
Dr Martin Ellingham is in London to meet with Robert Dashwood, who is leading the selection process for the prestigious London surgeon’s job that Martin…
06
Midwife Crisis
Dr Martin Ellingham meets Portwenn’s new midwife, Molly, who will be looking after Louisa. Martin is dismissive of her profession, and the two of them…
07
Do Not Disturb
Dr Martin Ellingham seeks out Louisa to talk about his new surgeon’s job in London, but they are interrupted by Bert, who wants to plan…
08
The Wrong Goodbye
Dr Martin Ellingham and Pauline are surprised by the number of patients coming to see him on the last day before his Surgery closes and…
SEASON 5
01
Preserve the Romance
The curmudgeonly GP struggles to come to terms with his new role as a father, having planned to resume his career as a consultant in…
02
Dry Your Tears
The GP returns to his former post at the surgery after the departure of Dr Dibbs, agreeing to stay until a replacement is found. He…
03
Born With A Shotgun
New receptionist Morwenna Newcross gets off to a bad start after arriving late on her first day, and her hyperactive behaviour leads Martin to believe…
04
Mother Knows Best
Louisa's hippie mother Eleanor arrives in the village, immediately taking over Martin's kitchen to prepare a herbal tonic, which she later gives to the baby…
05
Remember Me
PC Penhale is shocked by the unexpected arrival of his ex-wife Maggie, who appears to have forgotten that they separated years ago and wants to…
06
Don't Let Go
Maggie gets the all-clear from the doctor and decides she will return to Bude, forcing PC Penhale to take desperate measures to persuade her to…
07
Cats and Sharks
Bert Large's restaurant business is financial trouble. He can't even afford the food and drink for a charity event to raise money for Florence Dingle's…
08
Ever After
Mrs Tishell decides she can no longer hide her love for Martin and, fuelled by a cocktail of drugs, takes drastic action. While James Henry…
SEASON 6
01
Sickness and Health
Martin and Louisa are about to get married but will it ever happen. Martin is feeling irritated by PC Penhale, who wrongly believes that he…
02
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?
The GP is left holding the baby after upsetting the new childminder, but luckily Mike agrees to look after James at short notice. However, Louisa…
03
The Tameness of a Wolf
A stranger stops dead in his tracks when he sees Ruth in the village, and later he spies on her when she is having a…
04
Nobody Likes Me
When Martin is talked into taking baby James to playgroup, he is forced to sing along with the other mums. As the parents pair up,…
05
The Practice Around the Corner
Mrs Tishell returns to the village. Martin has to work out what is wrong with beach comber Lorna. Al and Morwenna have an internet dating…
06
Hazardous Exposure
Penhale spreads pandemonium throughout the village and Bert pops the question to Jennifer.
07
Listen with Mother
During an examination, Mrs Tishell is smitten by Martin holding her hands and staring into her eyes, and falls head-over-heels in love with him again.…
08
Departure
Louisa is leaving for Spain, Bert and Jennifer's engagement party goes off with a bang, and Al is hailed as a hero for saving Caroline's…
SEASON 7
01
Rescue Me
With Louisa visiting her mother in Spain to get some perspective on their marriage, Martin knows he needs to try to change for the sake…
02
The Shock of the New
Al welcomes his first fishing guests, but an uninvited one means that a good review is definitely not guaranteed, while Bert decides to try to…
03
It's Good to Talk
The irascible medic decides to move out of the Surgery to give Louisa space, leaving Mrs Tishell concerned he will not be able to look…
04
Education, Education, Education
Louisa and Martin have their first therapy session together - though neither of them was expecting they would be given homework - while Morwenna is…
05
Control-Alt-Delete
After reaching breaking point with being followed around by Buddy, Martin resolves to find a vet to have it put down, while Ruth finds out…
06
Other People's Children
Louisa helps out her ex-boyfriend Danny when he brings seven children from London to camp on Ruth's farm - supervised by Al and Bert -…
07
Facta Non Verba
Louisa is not best pleased when her new art teacher Erica wants to try out some rather alternative ideas on the children, while Dr Timoney…
08
The Doctor Is Out
Louisa and Martin decide to make a go of it, starting with a conciliatory dinner but Louisa is concerned when Martin fails to show up.…
SEASON 8
01
Mysterious Ways
Wedding bells are set to ring for PC Penhale and Janice, but nothing ever goes smoothly in Portwenn.
02
Sons and Lovers
Martin and Louisa search for a nursery now that Janice has left, and Mrs Tishell is shocked to find out that Al has very high…
03
Farewell My Lovely
Martin is left holding the baby when Louisa has to take Year Six pupils sailing. He has to collect James from nursery every afternoon, but…
04
Faith
Morwenna’s parents Jack and Tara pay a surprise visit, having been working as missionaries in Kenya. However, the reunion is tinged with sadness when it…
05
From the Mouths of Babes
Louisa has problems at school with Toby, Angela Sim’s Nephew. Meanwhile, Al has a ‘Large Whiskey’ order and has to ask Bert for some help,…
06
Accidental Hero
Penhale decides to have a Police Open day to raise community awareness, but the only genuine visitor is an angry farmer who has had three…
07
Blade on the Feather
Martin wakes up to an empty bed. When he goes looking for Louisa he discovers she is trying to write her resignation letter.
08
All My Trials
Martin prepares to face his hearing, but despite having closed the practice, he finds all his patients are trying to make appointments. An American tourist…
SEASON 9
01
To The Lighthouse
Martin's medical career remains under scrutiny, as a GMC representative has come to assess him and his surgery.
02
The Shock of the New
Martin's GMC report requires he passes three refresher courses which will then decide whether he is deemed fit to practice, starting with phlebotomy.
03
S.W.A.L.K.
Ruth is concerned about becoming increasingly forgetful, and is even more perturbed when Martin offers to perform a mini mental state examination.
04
Paint it Black
Martin has his second GMC assessment - mock surgery - and Buddy is missing. Meanwhile, Ken's arrival does not bring good news for Al and…
05
Wild West Country
Martin investigates after local farmer Dennis Thorpe shoots at Robert for taking some of his eggs. Meanwhile, Emily returns to the surgery to see Martin…
06
Equilibrium
Martin and Louisa have their first fertility consultation with Dr Emma Ryder. Meanwhile, a case of vandalism at a local surf school is reported and…
07
Single White Bevy
Martin has to rush Buddy the dog to the vets. Meanwhile, Mrs Tishell's young cousin Sarah joins her for some work experience, but it does…
08
Licence to Practice
Martin rushes to Ruth's for a medical emergency, and preparations for Morwenna and Al's wedding do not go to plan. Elsewhere, Martin takes his final…
SEASON 10
01
I Will Survive
After having his career scrutinised by the General Medical Council because of his blood phobia, Martin makes efforts to overcome his fear and begins to…
02
One Night Only
The surgery is chaotic, with both Martin and Louisa now practising from it. Bert's new business venture with Al doesn't get off to a good…
03
How Long Has This Been Going On?
Martin is called to an emergency at a local farm, but much to his annoyance the sick farmer, Ron Pickford seems well enough to be…
04
Everlasting Love
Martin rubs up against the new herbalist and Penhale, Louisa and James are all interested in Janice's new pedicure fish. Martin's ex-flame invites him to…
05
Fly Me To The Moon
Louisa is shocked and Martin suspicious by the unannounced return of her father. Ruth is helping Martin with his blood phobia when she discovers his…
06
Return to Sender
Martin and Louisa are off to London for Martin to present his research paper. Janice is looking after the children, but things don't go smoothly…
07
Love Will Set You Free
The news of Martin's Imperial College job offer is flying through the village, but the Ellinghams are yet to make a decision. Caitlin blames Bert…
08
Our Last Summer
The villagers throw the Ellinghams a farewell party and Ruth helps Mrs Tishell deal with the news and encourages her to attend, but it seems…
SERIES INFO
10
Seasons
77
Episodes
50 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Dominic Minghella
NETWORKS (1)
ITV1
DETAILS
First Aired
Last Aired
Status
Ended
Seasons
10
Episodes
77
Episode Length
50 min/ep
Language
English
Country
Rating
8.2/10 (133 votes)
Popularity
11
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Doc Martin about?
Doc Martin is a British television comedy drama series starring Martin Clunes in the title role. It was created by Dominic Minghella after the character of Dr. Martin Bamford in the 2000 comedy film Saving Grace. The show is set in the fictional seaside village of Portwenn and filmed on location in the village of Port Isaac, Cornwall, England, with most interior scenes shot in a converted local barn. Five series aired between 2004 and 2011, together with a feature-length special that aired on Christmas Day 2006. Series 6 began airing on ITV on 2 September 2013.
Where can I watch Doc Martin?
Doc Martin is available on Acorn TV, Plex, Pluto TV, Tubi, Hoopla. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Doc Martin have?
Doc Martin has 10 seasons with 77 episodes total.
Who created Doc Martin?
Doc Martin was created by Dominic Minghella.
Who stars in Doc Martin?
The cast of Doc Martin includes Martin Clunes, Caroline Catz, Joe Absolom, Ian McNeice, Selina Cadell.
What is the rating of Doc Martin?
Doc Martin has a rating of 8.2 out of 10 based on 133 votes on TMDB.
Is Doc Martin still running?
Doc Martin has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Comedy
Drama
