St. Elsewhere

St. Elsewhere is an American medical drama series that aired on NBC from October 26, 1982, to May 25, 1988. The show featured Ed Flanders, Norman Lloyd, and William Daniels as teaching physicians at a modestly esteemed hospital in Boston, where they guided interns in making significant medical and life choices. Produced by MTM Enterprises, the series shared similarities with another NBC hit, the police drama Hill Street Blues, as both were known for their ensemble casts and interwoven storylines. Filming took place at CBS/MTM Studios, initially called CBS/Fox Studios, and the series rights were later acquired by 20th Century Fox when it purchased MTM Enterprises in the 1990s.

St. Elsewhere was celebrated for its blend of gritty realism and dark humor, attracting a dedicated fan base throughout its six seasons and 137 episodes. It resonated particularly well with the 18-49 age group, a demographic prized by advertisers for its youthful and affluent audience. The series received widespread critical praise, winning 13 Emmy Awards for its writing, acting, and directing. In 2002, TV Guide ranked it #20 on their list of “The 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time” and named it the best drama series of the 1980s in a 1993 issue.