The Hospital
"Madness, Murder and Malpractice."
Originally released in 1971. The Hospital is a comedy/drama film. directed by Arthur Hiller.
Starring George C. Scott, Diana Rigg, and Barnard Hughes
Synopsis
Dr. Bock, the chief of medicine at a Manhattan hospital, is suicidal after the collapse of his personal life. When an intern is found dead in a hospital bed, it appears to Bock to be a case of unforgivable malpractice. Hours later, another doctor, who happens to be responsible for another case of malpractice, is found dead. Despondent, Bock finds himself drawn to Barbara, the daughter of a comatose missionary.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (101 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
George C. Scott
as Dr. Herbert Bock
Diana Rigg
as Barbara Drummond
Barnard Hughes
as Drummond
Richard Dysart
as Dr. Welbeck
Stephen Elliott
as Dr. Sundstrom
Donald Harron
as Milton Mead
Andrew Duncan
as William Mead
Nancy Marchand
as Mrs. Christie
Jordan Charney
as Hitchcock
Roberts Blossom
as Guernsey
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Simcha Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hospital about?
Dr. Bock, the chief of medicine at a Manhattan hospital, is suicidal after the collapse of his personal life. When an intern is found dead in a hospital bed, it appears to Bock to be a case of unfo...
Who directed The Hospital?
The Hospital was directed by Arthur Hiller.
How long is The Hospital?
The Hospital has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was The Hospital released?
The Hospital was released on December 14, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hospital?
The main cast of The Hospital includes George C. Scott, Diana Rigg, Barnard Hughes, Richard Dysart, Stephen Elliott.
Is The Hospital worth watching?
The Hospital has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 101 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.