THE GOOD KARMA HOSPITAL, Series 1

Set in a colorful coastal town in southern India, the humorous and heart-breaking medical drama THE GOOD KARMA HOSPITAL, Series 1 makes its DVD and Blu-ray debut on November 7, 2017 from Acorn TV, an RLJ Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: RLJE) brand. This life-affirming and optimistic British drama follows an independent female doctor (Amrita Acharia, Game of Thrones) as she maneuvers through heartbreak and leaving England for a demanding, but rewarding job at an under-resourced and over-worked cottage hospital in India. The series also stars Amanda Redman (New Tricks), Neil Morrissey (Striking Out, The Night Manager),Philip Jackson (Agatha Christie’s Poirot), and, in her first role after playing Mrs. Hughes on Downton Abbey, Phyllis Logan. The DVD and Blu-ray 2-Disc Set features 6 episodes, plus bonus behind-the-scenes featurettes (21 min.) and a photo gallery ($39.99, Amazon.com). The Good Karma Hospital, Series 1 made its U.S. premiere in August on Acorn TV. Series 2 is currently in production for 2018. Called a “glorious streaming service… an essential must-have” (The Hollywood Reporter), Acorn TV is North America’s most popular and largest streaming service focused on British and international television.

Wanting to escape a broken relationship and a stressful career in the UK, Dr. Ruby Walker (Amrita Acharia) takes a job in India. Although she applied to work at a modern urban clinic, Ruby ends up at the overcrowded and underfunded Good Karma Hospital run by the formidable Dr. Lydia Fonseca (Amanda Redman).

After the initial culture shock, Ruby learns to deal with the hospital’s demanding schedule and many eccentric inhabitants, including her enigmatic colleague, Dr. Gabriel Varma (James Floyd, Falcón), and nearby beach bar owner Greg (Neil Morrissey). As she adjusts to the challenges of her new role in rural India, Ruby begins to realize that the rundown medical outpost may be just what she needs to jump-start her life.

Street Date: November 7, 2017                       SRP: $39.99          Contains strong language, nudity, and graphic medical situations.

DVD 2-Disc Set: 6 episodes – Approx. 287 min., plus bonus – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961261093

Blu-ray 2-Disc Set: 6 episodes – Approx. 287 min., plus bonus – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961261291

BONUS: Behind-the-scenes featurettes (21 min.) and a photo gallery


My Thoughts

Good Karma is a medical drama set in a little town in India. It centers around Dr. Ruby Walker. After the end of her relationship, she decides to leave her stressful UK job behind and start over in a small hospital in India.  Adjusting to life in India takes some getting used to, but she soon  learns to embrace her new life.  Season one includes six episodes. 

1- Dr. Ruby leaves the UK to start her life over in India. She arrives to meet an interesting cast of characters. 

2 - A man washes up on shore, and a snake charmer needs help. A teacher ask Ruby out on a date.

3 -  Everyone is celebrating the Holi Festival. Ruby gets attached to an abandoned baby. 

4 -  There is some arguing before a wedding, and a UK patient isn't telling the whole truth.

5- Lydia and Ruby get into an argument when Lydia causes trouble at a convent.

6 - Lydia and Ruby can't seem to get along. A monsoon is heading their way, and Maggie isn't doing well.

I really enjoyed this series. Medical dramas are always fun, but this one has a really unique theme and setting. There are funny moments, and heart touching scenes. This is one of me favorite Acorn TV shows so far, and I can't wait to see what happens in the second season. Grab a copy of Series 1 for yourself on Acorn Media or Amazon.