A Very Peculiar Practice

A Very Peculiar Practice (1986-1992)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

A Very Peculiar Practice is a black comedy with surreal elements. It concerned an idealistic young doctor, Stephen Daker, taking up a post as a member of a university medical centre. The centre is staffed by a group of misfits including the bisexual Rose Marie, self-absorbed Bob Buzzard, and decrepit Scot, Jock McCannon who heads the team in the first series.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E07Death of a UniversityApr 13, 1988
S02E06The Big SqueezeApr 6, 1988
S02E05Values of the FamilyMar 30, 1988
S02E04Bad VibrationsMar 23, 1988
S02E03May the Force Be with YouMar 16, 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'A Very Peculiar Practice' premiere?

'A Very Peculiar Practice' premiered on November 7, 1986.

What is the premise of the show?

The show follows Dr. Stephen Daker, who moves to a new university in the Midlands to work as a medical doctor.

Who plays the lead role of Dr. Stephen Daker in the show?

Peter Davison plays the lead role of Dr. Stephen Daker in the show.

Where is the university that Dr. Stephen Daker moves to?

Dr. Stephen Daker moves to a university in the Midlands.

What specific medical practice does Dr. Stephen Daker work in?

Dr. Stephen Daker works at the university's health center

Who is the vice-chancellor of the university that Dr. Stephen Daker works at?

The vice-chancellor of the university is Ernest Hemmingway

Who is the head of the university's sociology department?

The head of the university's sociology department is Jock McCannon.

What is the name of the university in the show?

The name of the university in the show is Lowlands.

Who does Dr. Stephen Daker date in the show?

Dr. Stephen Daker dates a fellow doctor named Lyn Turtle

What medical condition does Lyn Turtle suffer from in the show?

Lyn Turtle suffers from epilepsy in the show.

What unethical practice is happening at the university where Dr. Stephen Daker works?

The university is practicing illegal car testing on animals.

What is the name of the animal rights activist group in the show?

The name of the animal rights activist group in the show is ARM.

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