Kay O'Brien

Kay O'Brien (1986)

EndedScripted showDrama, Medical

Kay O'Brien is a surgical resident who copes with the challenge of surviving in a field dominated by men,

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Stop and Smell the Linen
Season 1Episode 1360 min

Stop and Smell the Linen

A workaholic clothing designer refuses treatment after collapsing at the hospital; without official sanction, Nat sets up shop in the linen closet to sell imported goods.

déc. 18, 1986

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13Stop and Smell the Linendéc. 18, 1986
S01E12Reuniondéc. 11, 1986
S01E11Little White Liesdéc. 4, 1986
S01E10Wreck the Hallsnov. 27, 1986
S01E09Behind Closed Doorsnov. 20, 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Kay O'Brien premiere?

Kay O'Brien premiered on September 26th, 1986.

Who were the main cast members of Kay O'Brien?

The main cast members of Kay O'Brien included Patricia Kalember, Shelley Smith, and Perry King.

What was the premise of Kay O'Brien?

Kay O'Brien followed the professional and personal life of a female police officer in New York City.

What was Patricia Kalember's role in Kay O'Brien?

Patricia Kalember played the title role of Kay O'Brien, a dedicated and determined police officer.

Who created Kay O'Brien?

Kay O'Brien was created by John Wells.

What was the genre of Kay O'Brien?

Kay O'Brien was a drama series with elements of crime and police procedural.

Where was Kay O'Brien primarily set?

Kay O'Brien was primarily set in New York City.

What was the critical reception of Kay O'Brien?

Kay O'Brien received mixed reviews from critics.

Did Kay O'Brien receive any awards or nominations?

Kay O'Brien did not receive any major awards or nominations.

What was the target audience for Kay O'Brien?

Kay O'Brien was targeted at adult viewers interested in crime dramas and police stories.

Did Kay O'Brien address social issues?

Yes, Kay O'Brien addressed social issues such as gender discrimination and workplace challenges faced by women in law enforcement.

How did Kay O'Brien contribute to the representation of women in television?

Kay O'Brien contributed to the representation of strong, independent women in television, particularly in the law enforcement field.

Did Kay O'Brien incorporate real-life police procedures and protocols?

Yes, Kay O'Brien incorporated real-life police procedures and protocols to add authenticity to the storytelling.

What was the production quality of Kay O'Brien?

Kay O'Brien had high production quality, featuring realistic sets and compelling storytelling.

How did Kay O'Brien impact the television landscape of the 1980s?

Kay O'Brien contributed to the diversification of television content by featuring a female police officer as the central character, breaking traditional gender stereotypes.

Cast

Keone Young

Keone Young

plays Dr. Michael Kwan
Priscilla Lopez

Priscilla Lopez

plays Rosa Villanueva, RN
Patricia Kalember

Patricia Kalember

plays Dr. Kay 'Kayo' O'Brien
Jan Rubeš

Jan Rubeš

plays Dr. Josef Wallach
Brian Benben

Brian Benben

plays Dr. Mark Doyle
Lane Smith

Lane Smith

plays Doctor Robert Moffitt
Tony Soper

Tony Soper

plays Dr. Cliff Margolis
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Characters

Dr. Michael Kwan

Dr. Michael Kwan

played by Keone Young
Rosa Villanueva, RN

Rosa Villanueva, RN

played by Priscilla Lopez
Dr. Kay 'Kayo' O'Brien

Dr. Kay 'Kayo' O'Brien

played by Patricia Kalember
Dr. Josef Wallach

Dr. Josef Wallach

played by Jan Rubeš
Dr. Mark Doyle

Dr. Mark Doyle

played by Brian Benben
Doctor Robert Moffitt

Doctor Robert Moffitt

played by Lane Smith
Dr. Cliff Margolis

Dr. Cliff Margolis

played by Tony Soper
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