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Fox Greenlights 'Best Medicine,' U.S. Adaptation of 'Doc Martin' Starring Josh Charles

The series, set to debut in the 2025-26 season, reimagines the beloved British dramedy with a New England twist and a fresh lead character.

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Overview

  • Fox has officially ordered 'Best Medicine,' a one-hour comedy series based on the hit British dramedy 'Doc Martin.'
  • Josh Charles will star as Dr. Martin Best, a brilliant but socially awkward surgeon who relocates from Boston to a small East Coast fishing village.
  • The series will explore comedic tensions as Dr. Best's blunt demeanor clashes with the quirky locals, hiding his own psychological struggles.
  • Liz Tuccillo, Ben Silverman, Rodney Ferrell, Mark Crowdy, and Philippa Braithwaite are executive producers for the adaptation.
  • 'Best Medicine' marks the seventh international adaptation of 'Doc Martin' and is fully owned by Fox Entertainment, aligning with the network's strategy to expand its scripted portfolio.