Northern Exposure
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Series Overview
After receiving a scholarship from the state, a recent Columbia University medical school graduate is required to set up his practice in an eccentric Alaskan town.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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6 Seasons • 110 Episodes
1990 – 1995
Premiered: Thu, Jul 12, 1990
Joshua Brand
John FalseyLatest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 23: “Tranquility Base”
Maurice's plans to ask Barbara to marry him while spending the weekend at his new summer home are in jeopardy when her style clashes with the way he wants his guests treated. Phil and Michelle continue to try to work out their differences and Ed, in his Shaman capacity, and Joel's Rabbi offer some advice. Chris is on the loose when Maggie doesn't make the journey to Maurice's but soon realizes that he is a changed man. The Vincoeurs stay locked up in their room when Holling is in heat.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Northern Exposure TV Promo
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-11-02
Cast & Creators
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Rob Morrow
Joel Fleischman
Janine Turner
Maggie O'Connell
Barry Corbin
Maurice Minnifield
John Cullum
Holling Vincoeur
Darren E. Burrows
Ed Chigliak
John Corbett
Chris Stevens
Cynthia Geary
Shelly Tambo
Elaine Miles
Marilyn Whirlwind
Peg Phillips
Ruth-Anne Miller
Teri Polo
Michelle Schowdowski Capra
Paul Provenza
Phil Capra
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joshua Brand, John Falsey
David Schwartz
Gordon Lonsdale
Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider, David Chase
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Lonsdale
Director of Photography
David Schwartz
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is Northern Exposure about?
After receiving a scholarship from the state, a recent Columbia University medical school graduate is required to set up his practice in an eccentric Alaskan town.
How many seasons does Northern Exposure have?
Northern Exposure comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Northern Exposure?
Key cast members in Northern Exposure include Rob Morrow, Janine Turner, Barry Corbin, John Cullum, Darren E. Burrows.
Who created or directed Northern Exposure?
Northern Exposure was developed and directed by Joshua Brand, John Falsey.