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Becker

Misanthropic Dr. John Becker runs a clinic in New York City. He is assisted by super-capable Margaret, and less-than-capable Linda--who's only kept on because no one else can stand the doctor. Becker's best (some would say only) friend is the blind Jake Malinak, who runs a newsstand in the diner across the street. The diner used to be run by Reggie Kostas, but it has been taken over by Chris Conner, a lady whom Becker fluctuates between lusting after and loathing. The diner is also frequented by Robert Benito, who is universally known as Bob and is the super at Becker's apartment, much to the doctor's regret.

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Cast & Crew See All

Ted Danson
Dr. John Becker
Hattie Winston
Margaret Wyborn
Terry Farrell
Reggie Kostas

Season 6 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

What's Love Got to Do with It?

Wed, Oct 8, 200322 mins

John and Chris reluctantly confront their feelings for each other in the sixth-season opener. Meanwhile, Chris is furious over an outrageously high hospital bill and tries to get some of the charges dismissed in a meeting with an unsympathetic hospital administrator (Paul Dooley). Jake sells his dreadlocks to pay his rent.

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Featured Video

Becker: Common Courtesy
Becker: Common Courtesy
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2:38 Becker: Common Courtesy

Awards

  • 2001 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Comedy or Musical - nominated
  • 2001 - Young Artist Award - Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series - Guest Starring Young Performer - winner
  • 1999 - BMI TV Music Award - - winner
  • 2000 - BMI TV Music Award - - winner

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