Born and Bred
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About
In the 1950s at the fictional Lancashire village of Ormston, a father and son, both doctors, navigate the challenges of running a cottage hospital under the newly established National Health Service.
Cast
Jenna Russell
as Deborah Gilder
Polly Thompson
as Catherine Gilder
Evan Fortescue
as Phillip Gilder
Peter Gunn
as Const. Len Cosgrove
Tracey Childs
as Nurse Linda Cosgrove
Maggie Steed
as Phyllis Woolf
Naomi Radcliffe
as Jean Mills (née Bradshaw)
Samuel J. Hudson
as Eddie Mills
Donald Gee
as Mr. Boynton
Clive Swift
as Rev. Eustacius Brewer
Shirley White
as Miss Matthews
Joan Worswick
as Miss Matthews
Oliver Milburn
as Dr. Nick Logan
Episodes
Season 1
The Best Man
The Gilder family head to Ormston for Linda's wedding to Len. After a wild stag do, Len wakes nude in the village. Arthur, local doctor, prepares for his nurse's big day. As the guests' train breaks down, Linda has second thoughts.
Nothing Like the Son
Tom and Arthur clash over the hospital's unconventional management. Meanwhile, Deborah encounters Eddie, who asserts himself as the doctor's cleaner despite any objections. Eddie appears to be harbouring a secret.
The Inspector Calls
Tom and Arthur prepare to meet Cornelius Sibbald, the official responsible for approving the new cottage hospital. Meanwhile, the villagers unite in a fundraising effort to support the building work.
Buried Treasure
Tom puzzles over local carpenter Bert Cartwright's determination to keep him away, despite Bert's wife's illness. Meanwhile, Michael discovers something exciting, prompting the entire village to hunt for buried treasure.
Brothers in Arms
Tom's patience is tested when his father appears to lose focus in their battle to run the village surgery, but unbeknownst to Tom, Arthur is busy brewing his own beer for the christening. Tension develops between Frank and Len.
Judgement Day
The people of Ormston face an anxious wait as the cottage hospital's future is decided upon by NHS inspector Neville Manly.
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About Born and Bred
In the 1950s at the fictional Lancashire village of Ormston, a father and son, both doctors, navigate the challenges of running a cottage hospital under the newly established National Health Service. Across 4 seasons and 35 episodes, originally airing on BBC One.
Born and Bred Cast and Characters
The cast features Jenna Russell (as Deborah Gilder), Polly Thompson (as Catherine Gilder), Evan Fortescue (as Phillip Gilder), Peter Gunn (as Const. Len Cosgrove), and Tracey Childs (as Nurse Linda Cosgrove). Their performances are a major reason Born and Bred has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Born and Bred keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Born and Bred has 35 episodes across 4 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Born and Bred good? What's the rating?
Born and Bred holds a 9.0/10 rating based on 3 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Born and Bred?
The main cast includes Jenna Russell, Polly Thompson, Evan Fortescue, and Peter Gunn, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Born and Bred available in English?
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When was Born and Bred released?
Born and Bred first aired in 2002.
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How many seasons and episodes does Born and Bred have?
Born and Bred currently has 4 seasons and a total of 35 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Born and Bred about?
In the 1950s at the fictional Lancashire village of Ormston, a father and son, both doctors, navigate the challenges of running a cottage hospital under the newly established National Health Service. It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Born and Bred originally available?
Born and Bred was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Born and Bred first released?
Born and Bred first premiered on April 21, 2002 (2002). The series has since concluded its run.
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