General Hospital
Series Overview
General Hospital is a British daytime soap produced by ATV, which ran on ITV from 1972 to 1979. It was modelled after the American drama of the same name. In 1975, after 270 twice-weekly episodes, General Hospital was given a primetime slot on Friday evening. The move saw the episodes double from 30 to 60 minutes, with each being more self-contained, while on-screen medical procedures, including detailed scenes of surgery, became more prominent. In a fictional Midlands town, the series follows the romantic and professional lives of its doctors and nurses. While the location and the characters names had been changed, in most other respects, General Hospital was almost identical to its predecessor, Emergency - Ward 10, a deliberate attempt to recreate its success.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
6 Seasons • 340 Episodes
30–60 min per episode
1972 – 1979
Premiered: Thu, Oct 19, 1972
Latest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 12: “Killer at Large”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ian Fordyce
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About General Hospital
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What is General Hospital about?
General Hospital is a British daytime soap produced by ATV, which ran on ITV from 1972 to 1979. It was modelled after the American drama of the same name. In 1975, after 270 twice-weekly episodes, General Hospital was given a primetime slot on Friday evening. The move saw the episodes double from 30 to 60 minutes, with each being more self-contained, while on-screen medical procedures, including detailed scenes of surgery, became more prominent. In a fictional Midlands town, the series follows the romantic and professional lives of its doctors and nurses. While the location and the characters names had been changed, in most other respects, General Hospital was almost identical to its predecessor, Emergency - Ward 10, a deliberate attempt to recreate its success.
How many seasons does General Hospital have?
General Hospital comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in General Hospital?
Key cast members in General Hospital include Not specified.
Who created or directed General Hospital?
General Hospital was developed and directed by Ian Fordyce.