Doc Martin, Series 5 Available Now!

I have always been a fan of medical dramas. Like any job, people's personal lives tend to get in the way of business. Doc Martin is a British drama that combines the mix of professional and personal drama to perfection. You will laugh at some of his quirky patients, but you will also get drawn into the emotional conflicts of the characters lives. This exciting drama will make you laugh, cry, and bite your nails to the stubs long before the season is over. And now, thanks to Acorn Media, Americans can enjoy some of the best of England's medical dramas by purchasing Doc Martin, Series 5. Here is a little more info direct from the Acorn.

Fatherhood hasn’t softened the dour Doc. He’s about to take a position in London when events conspire against him. His infant son needs a name, his replacement doesn’t seem up to the job, and he receives devastating news. Like it or not, he’s stuck in Portwenn. Emmy® winner Eileen Atkins ( Cranford) joins the cast. 8 episodes, 6 hrs, 2 DVDs, SDH.

Disc 1

Episode 1:  Preserve the Romance

Doc Martin’s return to London is delayed by the birth of his son, the arrival of an incompetent replacement at his Portwenn practice, and the sad news of a sudden death. He temporarily moves in with Louisa and their still unnamed baby.

Episode 2:  Dry Your Tears

Martin agrees to stay on until a more suitable substitute is found. He moves back into his house and persuades Louisa to join him so he can help raise their child. Martin’s aunt Ruth arrives in Portwenn for a funeral. She’s almost as cranky as her nephew.

Episode 3:  Born with a Shotgun

A wailing baby and sleepless nights leave Martin and Louisa with frayed nerves. New receptionist Morwenna makes a bad first impression on the doctor. Aunt Ruth deals with an intruder and a reclusive neighbor with a mysterious illness.

Episode 4:  Mother Knows Best

The first annual Portwenn charity fun run leads to a rivalry between Bert Large’s restaurant and a local pub. Louisa’s mother, Eleanor, shows up unannounced, and while Louisa isn’t happy to see her, the baby starts sleeping more soundly under Eleanor’s care.

Disc 2

Episode 5:  Remember Me

PC Penhale has an unexpected visitor: his ex-wife Maggie, who exhibits strange symptoms. Louisa learns her mother’s real reason for returning to Portwenn, and she and Martin finally choose a name for their baby.

Episode 6:  Don’t Let Go

PC Penhale takes desperate measures to convince Maggie to stay in Portwenn. When Aunt Ruth discovers old family photos, Martin is reminded of his unhappy childhood. Martin and Louisa can’t seem to agree on anything, and tensions reach a breaking point.

Episode 7:  Cats and Sharks

Threatened by loan sharks, Bert Large can’t afford to host a charity event for a cat sanctuary. PC Penhale intervenes, and Eleanor comes up with a way to bring more customers to Bert’s restaurant. Meanwhile, Martin makes plans to leave Portwenn in a week.

Episode 8:  Ever After

Unaware of her feelings for him, Martin asks Mrs. Tishell, the pharmacist, to babysit James Henry for the day. Fueled by a cocktail of self-prescribed drugs, she takes the baby and disappears. Martin, Louisa, Aunt Ruth, and PC Penhale pursue them to a castle high on a cliff.
If you want to get the advantage hour of drama that will leave you on the edge of your seat, than this is the box set for you. You can order Doc Martin, Series 5 , for only $39.99 at Acorn Media. As an added bonus, check out the Doc Martin Bobble Head available for only $9.99!


***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***