St. Denis Medical
St. Denis Medical
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St. Denis Medical

"It's quite the operation."

6.7
Yr 2024
Rt 22m
Status Returning Series
Comedy
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Overview

An eclectic group of underfunded yet dedicated doctors and nurses navigates caring for patients — and each other — while keeping it all together at an Oregon hospital.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 80 /100

St. Denis Medical has earned generally positive reviews from critics, who view it as a winning addition to the workplace comedy landscape. Broad praise is directed at the talented ensemble cast and the creative team behind Superstore, with reviewers noting the show's ability to blend humor with warm, relatable character dynamics among burnt-out medical staff.

Commentators also applaud the series for offering a grounded, slightly cynical perspective on modern healthcare rather than relying on glossy hero-doctor tropes. While a few critics note that the premiere episodes take time to find their footing and balance the full ensemble, most agree that the sitcom has a strong foundation and high potential for long-term success.

“Great cast and good writing in gentle workplace comedy.”

“St. Denis Medical has the highest potential for longevity among new 2024 comedies.”

“It's a cynical view of health care aptly suited to the realities of 2024 America.”

“imbuing their hard work with genuine warmth and hilarity, St. Denis Medical has the potential to be your next favorite feel-good sitcom.”

Why fans love it

Premiering in 2024, St. Denis Medical brings the mockumentary sitcom format to an underfunded medical facility in Oregon. The series leans into the absurdity of everyday hospital operations, focusing on a passionate crew of doctors and nurses who manage patient care while navigating their own complicated workplace dynamics. It swaps glossy television tropes for a hilarious, occasionally dramatic look at healthcare workers keeping a budget-strapped center afloat.

Supported by an ensemble featuring Allison Tolman, the show finds steady comedy in the friction between high-stress work and bizarre daily routines. Viewers respond to the amused, grounded tone, which balances deadpan humor with the real bond shared by the staff. It stands out as a sharp USA workplace comedy that treats its hospital setting with equal parts absurdity and heart.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 75
Regulars 8
Longest run 37 eps
Wendi McLendon-Covey
Wendi McLendon-Covey
as Joyce Henderson
37 episodes
Allison Tolman
Allison Tolman
as Alex Mazurkian
37 episodes
Josh Lawson
Josh Lawson
as Bruce Schweitz
37 episodes
Kahyun Kim
Kahyun Kim
as Serena Jung
37 episodes
Mekki Leeper
Mekki Leeper
as Matt Pearson
37 episodes
Kaliko Kauahi
Kaliko Kauahi
as Val
37 episodes
David Alan Grier
David Alan Grier
as Ron Leonard
37 episodes
Mindy Sterling
Mindy Sterling
as Laurie
1 episode
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Betsy Sodaro as Female Patient 1 episode Feodor Chin as Phil 1 episode Mike Park as Doctor #1 1 episode Minita Gandhi as Doctor #2 1 episode Robert Arce as Male Patient 1 episode Alan Barinholtz as Walter Schroeder 2 episodes Joe Keyes as Mr. Taylor 1 episode Lita Lopez as Nurse Crystal 1 episode Scott Subiono as Older Man 1 episode Michelle Haro as Swollen Patient 1 episode Jackie Brougham as Waiter 1 episode Christina Miller as Dr. Miller 1 episode Stephen Schneider as Chaplain Steve 10 episodes Lynn Whitfield as Barb 1 episode Kourtney Bell as Lisa 1 episode Jim Garrity as Mr. Williams 1 episode Dayna Beilenson as Harriet 1 episode Angelo Perez as Patient 1 episode Brian D. Cohen as Bald Patient 1 episode Sean Welch as Doctor 1 episode Erinn Hayes as Dr. Taylor 2 episodes Esteban Dager as Nephew 1 episode Lidia Porto as Maria Gutierrez 1 episode Casey Feigh as Male Patient 1 episode Amy Tolsky as Woman 1 episode Mark Bloom as Father 1 episode Monique Mosee as Mother 1 episode Eli Gonzalez as Diego Gutierrez 1 episode Nico Santos as Rene 2 episodes Diallo Riddle as Dr. Cassidy 1 episode Yssamei Panganiban as Sharice 4 episodes Dan Leahy as Brandon 14 episodes Tiana Bes as Dolores 1 episode Martin Morrow as Patient 1 episode David Chan as Patient Gary 1 episode Alden Ray as Plumber Jordan 1 episode Earl Baylon as Anthony 2 episodes Lincoln Bodin as Young Boy 1 episode Emma Pope as Dakota 14 episodes Selina Hui as Patient 1 episode Rose Abdoo as Debbie 1 episode Stephen Full as Clay 1 episode Becky Feldman as Elyse 2 episodes Janet Song as Dr. Sun 2 episodes Maria Pallas as Gina 1 episode Gabriel 'G-Rod' Rodriguez as Motorcycle Patient 1 episode Jonathan Slavin as Parker 6 episodes Rubén Garfias as Hector 4 episodes Tory Freeth as April 4 episodes Jeff Marlow as Dr. Andrews 5 episodes Patrick O'Sullivan as Brian 2 episodes Kyle Bornheimer as Tim 5 episodes Steve Little as Sanderson 5 episodes Bella Ivory as Stella 10 episodes Kinner Shah as Dr. Patel 3 episodes Frankie Quiñones as Leslie 2 episodes David Theune as Keith 25 episodes Alexandra Ford as Holly 18 episodes Joe Corzo as EMT 3 episodes Timothy E. Goodwin as Vince 2 episodes Cooper Barnes as Carl Justice 2 episodes Andres Parada as Todd 4 episodes Annie O'Donnell as Rosie 2 episodes Ariana Madix as Dr. Emerson 3 episodes Xochitl Romero as Dr. Mandy Ramirez 2 episodes Kristen Schaal as Ashley 2 episodes Ambrit Millhouse as Doreen 3 episodes
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Keywords

oregon, usa hospital mockumentary sitcom workplace comedy absurd dramatic hilarious amused
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Details

First Aired
November 12, 2024
Status
Returning Series
Episode Runtime
22 minutes
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
52