This Is Going to Hurt

2022, Show

Set on labour ward with all its hilarity and heart-lifting highs but also its gut-wrenching lows, the show delivers a brutally honest depiction of life as a junior doctor on the wards, and the toll the job can take back home.

Country: United Kingdom

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Episodes

Season 1

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8.4

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8.8

Reviews

Critic Season 1 Lauren Coates

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Unflinchingly honest, disparagingly relatable, and undeniably funny, “This is Going to Hurt” is a much-needed examination of the NHS and the trials of working in medicine.

Read full review at The Playlist

Critic Season 1 Lucy Mangan

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This is NHS life as it was lived under Gordon Brown and before the worst public health crisis in living memory. It invites us all to re-evaluate and understand just how much this must be hurting now.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Season 1 Shane Ryan

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Bitingly funny, searingly sad, and fully educational—how can you beat that combination?

Read full review at Paste Magazine

Critic Season 1 Phylecia Miller

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...will get more people to talk about our utterly broken institutions so we can finally do something about it before it is too late.

Read full review at The Young Folks

Critic Season 1 Stephanie Morgan

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Compelling, uplifting, heart-breaking, and at times so brutally honest it's hard not to look away, this is a story that needs to be told.

Read full review at Common Sense Media

fragglerockout

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Amazingly blunt and very entertaining show, actually willing to confront us with the absurdity of the public health system.

2 years ago

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"This Is Going to Hurt" invites viewers into the hectic and often humorous world of a busy NHS labour ward. Following the experiences of an overworked junior doctor, this series captures both the laughter and heartache that come with delivering new life amidst chaos. It offers an unfiltered look at the challenges faced by medical professionals, highlighting their struggles with long hours, overwhelming responsibilities, and personal sacrifices. The blend of drama and comedy creates a unique narrative that resonates deeply while addressing serious themes in healthcare. Ultimately, it’s a heartfelt exploration of resilience in the face of daunting pressures and unexpected joys.

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You can stream This Is Going to Hurt on: Sky Store

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