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The Heart Surgeon

Series Overview

Alex Marsden is a handsome and celebrated cardiac surgeon with a champagne lifestyle. His two closest friends are Marcella and her husband Larry. Marcella and Alex are in the middle of an affair when Larry develops a heart problem. A heart bypass operation will save him and Larry wants Alex to perform it.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 2 Episodes

Air Date Window

1997 – 1997

Premiered: Sun, May 4, 1997

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, May 5, 1997

Season 1, Episode 2: “Episode 2”

Heart surgeon, Alex Marsden operates on his best friend Larry Duggan with tragic results.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Audrey Cooke

Screenplay & Story

John Collee

Department Leadership Roster

John Collee

John Collee

Writer

Audrey Cooke

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Heart Surgeon

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What is The Heart Surgeon about?

Alex Marsden is a handsome and celebrated cardiac surgeon with a champagne lifestyle. His two closest friends are Marcella and her husband Larry. Marcella and Alex are in the middle of an affair when Larry develops a heart problem. A heart bypass operation will save him and Larry wants Alex to perform it.

How many seasons does The Heart Surgeon have?

The Heart Surgeon comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Heart Surgeon?

Key cast members in The Heart Surgeon include Nigel Havers, Orla Brady, Lorcan Cranitch, John Castle, Claire Yarlett.

Who created or directed The Heart Surgeon?

The Heart Surgeon was developed and directed by Audrey Cooke.