Dr. Finlay's Casebook
A loose adaptation of the Dr. Finlay short stories by the Scottish writer and physician Archibald Joseph "A. J." Cronin. Instead of the experienced and disillusioned version of Finlay from the original stories, Alan Finlay is still a relatively young professional in the television series. He is the junior partner in a medical practice, while his senior partner Dr Angus Cameron is a seasoned veteran. The regular cast includes their reliable housekeeper and receptionist Janet MacPherson, and the rival physician Dr Alexander Snoddie. Snoddie strongly dislikes and distrusts Finlay, but he is smitten with Janet.
- 1962-1971
- 8 seasons
- Drama
A loose adaptation of the Dr. Finlay short stories by the Scottish writer and physician Archibald Joseph "A. J." Cronin. Instead of the experienced and disillusioned version of Finlay from the original stories, Alan Finlay is still a relatively young professional in the television series. He is the junior partner in a medical practice, while his senior partner Dr Angus Cameron is a seasoned veteran. The regular cast includes their reliable housekeeper and receptionist Janet MacPherson, and the rival physician Dr Alexander Snoddie. Snoddie strongly dislikes and distrusts Finlay, but he is smitten with Janet.
Season 8 Episode Guide
16 Episodes 1970 - 1971
Episode 1
A Late Spring
Episode 2
Dead Fall
Episode 3
Comin' Thro' the Rye
Dr Cameron's sudden erratic behavior is a source of concern for Dr Finlay and Janet.
Episode 4
The Builders
Episode 5
Not Qualified
Episode 6
Snares and Pitfalls
Episode 7
Dorrity
Teenager Dorrity fetches Dr Cameron to tend to her dying father. She comes to Arden House to stay and impresses everyone with her intelligence and charm. Dr Finlay sees a profession in medicine for her, but does share his ambition?
Episode 8
Winter's Traces
Episode 9
The Honeypot
An American named McGregor is in Tannochbrae tracing his family roots and makes an offer to buy Arden House, saying his ancestors lived in it. Dr Cameron is tempted by the offer but is McGregor all he seems to be?
Episode 10
Made for Each Other
Episode 11
A Good Prospect
Dr Finlay helps with the training of a young man who wants to be a professional boxer.
Episode 12
Responsibilities
David Hamil has devoted his life to his dead wife's wish that their son should become a doctor. The boy is studying hard and it looks as if Hamil's aim is bound to be realised. But there are unforeseen obstacles just around the corner. One of them is a woman.
Episode 13
Dust
Episode 14
Itself and Friend
Episode 15
A Question of Values
Episode 16
The Burgess Ticket
It's December 1931 and Dr Cameron is about to turn 65. He announces that he is considering retirement so that Dr Finlay will take over the practice entirely. It leads to tension and emotion in Arden House, while the local dignitaries respond by offering him the freedom of Tannochbrae and Knoxhill.