Heartbeat
Series Overview
Based on the real life and achievements of Dr. Kathy Magliato, this unique character-driven medical drama follows Dr. Alex Panttiere, an outspoken world-renowned heart-transplant surgeon and one of the few women in her field. Stubborn and fearless, Alex always operates on her own terms. Watch as she revels in a racy personal life, manages the daily demands of skeptical faculty and dutiful interns, and pushes the boundaries of medical science to impressive new heights.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 10 Episodes
44 min per episode
2016 – 2016
Premiered: Tue, Mar 22, 2016
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 10: “What Happens in Vegas... Happens”
In the Season 1 finale, a mysterious illness sends the hospital into lockdown; and leaves Alex fighting to save the lives of Jesse, Pierce and Ji-Sung. In other events, Millicent deals with the consequences when Alex disobeys the CDC; and an elderly man's search for his missing wife causes Alex to make a major decision about her love life.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Heartbeat (NBC) "Operating On Her Own Terms" Promo HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-01-29
Cast & Creators
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Melissa George
Dr. Alex Panttiere
Don Hany
Dr. Jessie Shane
Shelley Conn
Dr. Millicent Patel
Dave Annable
Dr. Pierce Harrison
Maya Erskine
Nurse Ji-Sung
Rudy Martinez
Marty
Jamie Kennedy
Dr. Callahan
JLouis Mills
Forester
Joshua Leonard
Max
D.L. Hughley
Dr. Hackett
Caitlyn Larimore
Lynn
Bryan Espino
Intern
Issac Wolf
Intern
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jill Gordon
Cindy Appel
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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What is Heartbeat about?
Based on the real life and achievements of Dr. Kathy Magliato, this unique character-driven medical drama follows Dr. Alex Panttiere, an outspoken world-renowned heart-transplant surgeon and one of the few women in her field. Stubborn and fearless, Alex always operates on her own terms. Watch as she revels in a racy personal life, manages the daily demands of skeptical faculty and dutiful interns, and pushes the boundaries of medical science to impressive new heights.
How many seasons does Heartbeat have?
Heartbeat comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Heartbeat?
Key cast members in Heartbeat include Melissa George, Don Hany, Shelley Conn, Dave Annable, Maya Erskine.
Who created or directed Heartbeat?
Heartbeat was developed and directed by Jill Gordon.