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Suranne Jones ("Coronation Street") stars as Dr. Gemma Foster in this mystery-drama series that leads the protagonist down a dark path. Dr. Foster seems to have the perfect life; she is a trusted GP, has many friends and a settled family -- until her husband starts acting suspiciously. The doctor begins to think her husband is having an affair and decides to investigate, but the secrets she uncovers tear her world apart. Gemma's life goes into turmoil as she gets closer to discovering the truth, with her family and patients all suffering as a result of the shocking events that unfold.

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Doctor Foster aspires to be more than just another soapy tale of infidelity, and though it can't quite live up to that promise it leans into the lunacy just enough to create one of the genre's best offerings.

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Brad Newsome

Sydney Morning Herald

Fans of Suranne Jones can jump straight from the nail-biting Vigil to this dark top-shelf drama, which is quite a different animal but gets similarly intense.

Oct 28, 2021

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Julia Raeside

Guardian

It's the small moments that make this a drama worth noticing. Little touches like the almost nonchalant key she drags down the side of her husband's car as she heads out for dinner with her accountant.

Apr 11, 2019

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Lucy Mangan

Guardian

It's a brilliant and gripping portrait of a marriage slowly being poisoned.

Apr 11, 2019

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Veronica Lee

The Arts Desk

It started with possibly the worst dinner party since Titus Andronicus invited Tamora's family over for meat pie.

Rated: 4/5

Apr 11, 2019

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Ben Dowell

Radio Times

It also looked great - the sunny bucolic feel of early scenes giving way to a more sombre palette as he suspicions mounted. I suspect this will get darker as the series progresses.

Apr 11, 2019

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Bernice Harrison

Irish Times

What could have been an interesting exploration of relationship and infidelity - a subject that never gets old - soon turns into a unconvincing yarn, lined with stereotypes and clunky plot devices with all the believability of a beach read.

Apr 11, 2019

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Stephen M Suranne Jones is fantastic as Doctor Foster, a must see Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/17/23 Full Review Jaan B If you enjoy sad, weak, and insecure people then this is the show for you. Rated 2/5 Stars • Rated 2 out of 5 stars 12/11/21 Full Review Audience Member How is this woman not a superstar in cinema?? Her acting skills are better than 95% of lady's out there. If you haven't seen this series go now and watch it ♥️ Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member This shows that betrayal, fraud, and cheating can be just as thrilling as any crime drama. It's also a bit of a mystery, as you wonder exactly what the main characters are up to, and how one will ultimately outwit the other. The ending had me on the edge of my seat. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I realize this is an drama series from 2015, but I was searching for something to watch on Netflex and came across this. It was so good, I binge watched it until 2:30am, basically covering the entire Season 1!!! I love strong , intelligent women who are not afraid to get even in a way that won't send you to jail:) There are so many layers to the betrayal....her husband, neighbors, coworkers, friends....all know about the liar and his new 18 year old girl friend, even going as far as hanging out with them....Oh but does she get even!!!!loved it... Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Sooo good! She said "B****? Yes, but I'm a WOLF tonight"... lol - I love it! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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Suranne Jones Dr Gemma Foster Bertie Carvel Simon Foster Clare-Hope Ashitey Carly Cheryl Campbell Helen Foster Jodie Comer Kate Parks Victoria Hamilton Anna

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 9, 2015 A trusted GP sees her charmed life explode when she suspects her husband of an affair. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 16, 2015 Still reeling from the secrets she has uncovered, Gemma faces a professional dilemma. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 23, 2015 Gemma acts as the perfect wife in public, while secretly creating a plan to ensure she comes out on top. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 30, 2015 Gemma decides on a new start with Simon, but her medical career begins to fall apart due to a series of complaints. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 7, 2015 Gemma is determined to expose Simon and ensure that he loses everything. Details

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Director: Tom Vaughan
Screenwriter: Mike Bartlett
Network: BBC
Rating: TV-MA
Genre: Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: British English
Release Date: Sep 9, 2015