Doc Hollywood

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Doc Hollywood

PG-13

1991

1h 43m

Romance

Comedy

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Cocky young doctor Ben Stone (Michael J. Fox) is off on a road trip to California in pursuit of a relaxed and high-paying career as a plastic surgeon to the rich and famous. But before he can pass the Mississippi River, he crashes his car on a small-town judge's property in South Carolina and incurs a community service fine, to be served out at the local hospital assisting the aged town doctor, Dr. Hogue (Barnard Hughes). Ben is soon tempted to stay by a pretty ambulance driver (Julie Warner).

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Critics Consensus

Doc Hollywood isn't particularly graceful in its attempt to put a '90s spin on its Capraesque formula, but a light touch and a charming cast make its flaws easy to forgive.

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Sheila Johnston

Independent (UK)

12/14/2024

Doc Hollywood is directed by a Brit but remains at heart one of Los Angeles's periodic half-hearted diatribes against itself.

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Peter Rainer

Los Angeles Times

06/24/2021

The whole sunny production is like Frank Capra with a lobotomy.

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Eleanor Ringel Cater

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

06/24/2021

There's nothing startling here, nothing flashy, nothing complex. Just the solid, old-fashioned pleasure of watching an expert cast carry out a well-crafted story that celebrates the virtues of life off the fast track.

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Rene Jordan

El Nuevo Herald (Miami)

08/02/2023

Doc Hollywood isn't that bad, because Michael J. Fox is really good. [Full review in Spanish]

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

09/18/2021

2.5/4

Pandering pablum, but not without its charms.

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Bob Ross

Tampa Tribune

06/24/2021

3/4

The destination is obvious. Getting there is all the fun.

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Steven B.

@bashwiner1 Mar 11

It has travelled well to 2026. My grandson (11) loved the “emerging from the lake” scene. Great cast, timeless message.

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Erin M

@Mightymotes May 16

Great movie, loaded with great actors with Michael J Fox leading the way! He always makes you empathize with the characters he plays. Great soundtrack as well!!!

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Landon J

@Minxsykitty Apr 13

Goes about exactly as you think it does. Fine entertainment, points for MJF, some decent funny moments, but very formulaic overall.

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justin b

@RT25178940 02/24/2025

I absolutely love this movie. One of the best romantic comedies I have seen. I like that it doesn't really involve someone breaking up from a bad guy. I love the small town and all the small town characters there. It is a simple love story and done very well.

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Scott H

@RT07417204 08/24/2024

I don’t understand how he ends up in a small southern town in South Carolina after driving two days from DC toward Cali?? Other than that, it was cute.

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jay s

@RT45250339 06/13/2024

I am 60, not trying to amaze you with comments on lighting, camera work and analysis of the depth of characters. Just giving a review of what I thought of a movie. Doc Hollywood is in my top 15 movies I have watched, ever. Sneaky humor, great cast , it's like everyone is in on the joke. One of my favorite scenes in the movie is the slow dance scene between Doc and Julie Warner. From a crowded dance floor to just the two of them on the floor alone, gliding along smoothly...tremendously well done. This movie is sure to put a smile on your face, and wish for simpler times. Fine pig you got there Doc!!

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Synopsis

Cocky young doctor Ben Stone (Michael J. Fox) is off on a road trip to California in pursuit of a relaxed and high-paying career as a plastic surgeon to the rich and famous. But before he can pass the Mississippi River, he crashes his car on a small-town judge's property in South Carolina and incurs a community service fine, to be served out at the local hospital assisting the aged town doctor, Dr. Hogue (Barnard Hughes). Ben is soon tempted to stay by a pretty ambulance driver (Julie Warner).

Director: Michael Caton-Jones
Producer: Susan Solt, Deborah D Johnson
Screenwriter: Jeffrey Price, Peter S. Seaman, Daniel Pyne
Production Co: Warner Bros.
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 1, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA): $51.8M
Runtime: 1h 43m
Sound Mix: Surround

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