Reef Doctors

Reef Doctors

2013
Reef Doctors
Reef Doctors

Reef Doctors

6.4 | en | Drama

Running the remote Hope Island Clinic, Sam Stewart is an accomplished doctor, who with her team, looks after the residents of all the neighbouring islands, as well as the holidaymakers and thrill seekers who visit the area. Not only a GP, Sam is a single mother with a free spirit and a determination – who has an unusual hobby: venom.

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Seasons & Episodes

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EP13  Episode 13
Sep. 07,2013
Episode 13

It's 'stinger' season and the arrival of dangerous Irukanji jellyfish shuts down Sonny's Beach. Sam discovers a massive aggregation of them and collects some for her research.

EP12  Episode 12
Aug. 31,2013
Episode 12

When Toby finally finds a relic from a shipwreck that will triple in value all the artifacts he has so far collected, an excited Erica flies out to see the piece for herself.

EP11  Episode 11
Aug. 24,2013
Episode 11

A wild storm heralds the coming wet season and damages the clinic's satellite dish. Meanwhile, Freya is initially intrigued to learn something of Rick's past.

EP10  Episode 10
Aug. 17,2013
Episode 10

Sam has arranged a ceremony to scatter her beloved Father's ashes. Much to Jack's dismay, Andrew is bringing his girlfriend and her daughter and he predicts the event will end in disaster.

EP9  Episode 9
Aug. 10,2013
Episode 9

Sam and Jack are excited when two family friends, renowned husband and wife wildlife film-makers, come to the island for a bit of a holiday and to film out on the reef for their latest TV series.

EP8  Episode 8
Aug. 03,2013
Episode 8

Sam is collecting deadly cone shells when Andrew calls with the news that the Foundation has agreed to fund her venom cream. However, there's a catch that Sam is not happy about.

EP7  Episode 7
Jul. 27,2013
Episode 7

Toby runs into trouble with sharks while diving alone, in secret. Meanwhile, romance is in the air as Gus asks Livvy out and Rick and Freya discover their mutual attraction.

EP6  Episode 6
Jul. 20,2013
Episode 6

Andrew tells Sam that her clinic may be in line for an upgrade but when she heads to the university to discuss the details, she discovers he means to give her research to an independent research foundation.

EP5  Episode 5
Jul. 13,2013
Episode 5

It's a busy monthly clinic day on Hope Island and Rick is keen to see some new patients. Sam and Livvy try to get him to improve his bedside manner and listen to their complaints.

EP4  Episode 4
Jul. 06,2013
Episode 4

On Freya's day off, Sam and Gus take her on a venomous spider hunt. When Gus falls into a stinging bush and Sonny loses consciousness out on the reef, Freya experiences a real test in emergency medicine.

EP3  Episode 3
Jun. 29,2013
Episode 3

To pay for a much needed outboard motor, Sam gives a lecture to Andrew’s medical students at the Mainland University. Whilst there, she discovers her rival Malcolm has a newly renovated hi-tech lab.

EP2  Episode 2
Jun. 21,2013
Episode 2

Sam and Gus go on a monitor lizard hunt while the new doctor, Rick, has trouble adjusting to working in a remote clinic. Meanwhile, a new bride on her honeymoon steps on a deadly stonefish.

EP1  Venom Doc
Jun. 09,2013
Venom Doc

Dr Sam Stewart runs a remote medical clinic on Hope Island in the Great Barrier Reef. She’s a GP, but in her spare time she and her colleague, Gus, chase the venomous creatures that inhabit the area.

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6.4 | en | Drama | More Info
Released: 2013-06-09 | Released Producted By: Jonathan M. Shiff Productions , Country: Australia Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website: https://tenplay.com.au/channel-eleven/reef-doctors
Synopsis

Running the remote Hope Island Clinic, Sam Stewart is an accomplished doctor, who with her team, looks after the residents of all the neighbouring islands, as well as the holidaymakers and thrill seekers who visit the area. Not only a GP, Sam is a single mother with a free spirit and a determination – who has an unusual hobby: venom.

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Cast

Lisa McCune , Richard Brancatisano , Rohan Nichol

Director

Tom McSweeney

Producted By

Jonathan M. Shiff Productions ,

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Reviews

lrbuckle A nice fun family show that happily lacks the violence and swearing found in most these days. I have only seen the first 8 episodes so far and am really enjoying it. It's amusing how Lisa's character in this reminds me of her one from Sea Patrol in some ways. Love the location and the characters. Though Malcolm is just sleazy. I am really, really hoping there will be a season 2 soon, so many good shows get axed in favour of reality TV. We need more shows like this and less reality junk. I like seeing the various animals from up north and how useful they can be in medicine. If hope island exists and is like that it'd be nice to spend a day or two on the beach, just not deep enough for the sharks!! It's more realistic than some in that there isn't a major emergency in every episode.
Rupert17 As you get older you enjoy things in different ways and at different times. You either accept a show on its own terms or you don't. I was definitely in the right frame of mind when I watched Reef Doctors - an Australian series revolving around a medical practice located on an island in the Great Barrier Reef. The plotting and characterisations are unexceptional – and the central role of Dr Sam Stewart played by Lisa McCune is an annoying little busy-body. But that aside, the location in North Queensland and the enthusiasm of the cast and the wonderful setting make Reef Doctors a pleasant but less than challenging experience. It could be argued that the tropical location is merely a device to attract tourism to Queensland. Maybe so, but I think the emphasis on poisonous creatures would defeat that assertion. In fact, that aspect of the show is interesting and central to the lives of those connected to Dr Sam Stewart's anti-venene research and an important part of life in that area of Australia.There's not much else to say, except that the standard dramatic situations and romantic entanglements in soaps like this are on display. That said, I enjoyed Reef Doctors but I doubt it will remain in my mind for long.
natalie giancola I'd nearly given up on Australian drama's until this came out. I rarely watch TV, but this show has got me glued whenever it is on. The storyline is unique and the show is also very educational. Not to mention the beautiful location in tropical north Queensland and the spectacular filmography of the rainforests and Great Barrier Reef. Reef Doctors certainly showcases one of the greatest parts of our country. The actors/actresses are fantastic, in particular Lisa McCune. The storyline is always adventurous and never boring. There is a great mix of action, love and educational content present in this drama. 10 stars from me, I'm really hoping for a second season.
sbcbooks Rubber snakes being milked by the star says it all. Avoid. This show has had it's release date pushed back several times, now we know why. It's because this show is woeful. McCune's "star power" can't save this turkey. Nice locations can't either. Perhaps the producers hope that overseas sales will keep the show going, with lots of shots of white sand, clear water, native animals pad out proceedings - but the poor storyline, poor acting and below par special effects (rubber snakes for example) can only see this show crash and burn with no chance of a second season. The show finally premiered (after being pushed back several times) on Network Ten to the lowest viewer figures for a new show ever recorded! Obviously the show will be relegated to the wee small hours and won't be seen again on Australian prime time. You Have Been Warned!