The Hospital
“Madness, Murder and Malpractice.”
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.
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Top Cast
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George C. Scott
Dr. Herbert Bock
Diana Rigg
Barbara Drummond
Barnard Hughes
Drummond
Richard Dysart
Dr. Welbeck
Stephen Elliott
Dr. Sundstrom
Donald Harron
Milton Mead
Andrew Duncan
William Mead
Nancy Marchand
Mrs. Christie
Jordan Charney
Hitchcock
Roberts Blossom
Guernsey
Lenny Baker
Dr. Schaefer
Richard Hamilton
Dr. Ronald Casey
Arthur Junaluska
Mr. Blacktree
Kate Harrington
Nurse Dunne
Katherine Helmond
Marilyn Mead
David Hooks
Dr. Einhorn
Frances Sternhagen
Mrs. Cushing
Robert Walden
Dr. Brubaker
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 14, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Hiller
- Screenplay & Story
- Paddy Chayefsky
- Original Score
- Morris Surdin
- Original Title
- The Hospital
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Simcha Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Hiller
Paddy Chayefsky
Morris Surdin
Victor J. Kemper
Eric Albertson
Howard Gottfried, Paddy Chayefsky
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Hiller
Director
Paddy Chayefsky
Writer
Morris Surdin
Original Music Composer
Victor J. Kemper
Director of Photography
Eric Albertson
Editor
Howard Gottfried
Producer
Paddy Chayefsky
Producer
Gene Rudolf
Production Design
Frank L. Thompson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hospital
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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 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.
Who directed The Hospital?
The Hospital was directed by Arthur Hiller.
Who stars in The Hospital?
The principal cast of The Hospital includes George C. Scott, Diana Rigg, Barnard Hughes, Richard Dysart, Stephen Elliott.
When was The Hospital released and how long is it?
The Hospital was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hospital?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hospital was composed by Morris Surdin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hospital?
The Hospital holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).