Doctor Thorne
Seen it?2016 | 1 seasons | 45 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (87% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a small audience and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama. If you loved Downton Abbey, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two, episodes of about 45 minutes, about 2 hours in all.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-14. Probably too much for younger kids.
The story of the penniless Mary Thorne, who grows up with her rich aunt/cousins at Greshamsbury Park estate.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
87% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Limited series that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 45K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
More like this
Downton Abbey
Friday Night FlickAlso from creator Julian Fellowes, though it's a different kind of series: a critically acclaimed drama.
Brothers and Sisters Sunday Safe BetAnother family drama, and a safe bet for a quiet night.
North & South
Weeknight WatchAnother drama, though it's more of a weeknight watch.
Swagger Sunday Safe BetAnother drama, and a safe bet for a quiet night.
Poldark
Saturday SpecialAnother drama, and a Saturday Special.
Want more like this, picked just for you? Get my picks
Cast & crew
Created by Julian Fellowes
- Tom HollanderDoctor Thorne
- Stefanie MartiniMary Thorne
- Harry RichardsonFrank Gresham
- Rebecca FrontLady Arabella Gresham
- Richard McCabeFrank Gresham Sr.
- Alison BrieMiss Dunstable
- Janine DuvitskiLady Scatcherd
- Ian McShaneSir Roger Scatcherd