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Season 1 – Nip/Tuck

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This often campy series centers on the office of Dr. Sean McNamara and Dr. Christian Troy, longtime friends who practice surgery (and live life) in two entirely different ways. Christian is the stereotypical self-destructive playboy. Sean is the family man facing a moral crossroads, as well as a failed marriage to Julia. Sounds grim, but a healthy dose of dark humor keeps things humming and contributes to the show's appeal with both viewers and critics. But be warned -- the depictions of surgery on this series are a tad graphic.
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Critics Consensus

Nip/Tuck is a slick melodrama that cuts deep when it mines the pathos of its vivid ensemble, but the series' calling card grotesquerie and gaudy symbolism can be more of a hindrance than a boon.

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Joe Reid The Atlantic A lot of scenes of the two main characters speaking in very blunt terms about the themes of the show (DID YOU KNOW AMERICANS ARE OBSESSED WITH UNACHIEVABLE BEAUTY IDEALS?). Nov 13, 2018 Full Review Diane Werts Newsday Murphy's concept in its basics is already beautiful. But he pushes the show to be a breathtaking knockout. Like some plastic surgery patients, Nip/Tuck initially gets such a pleasing result that it doesn't seem to know when to stop. Nov 13, 2018 Full Review Linda Stasi New York Post What's good here is the acting, and some of the story lines. But they are overshadowed by over-the-top gory surgeries and preposterous situations. Rated: 1.5/4 Nov 13, 2018 Full Review Terry Kelleher People Magazine McMahon is perfect as a satyr with a seductive smile... Walsh fares well in the difficult role of a man who swings back and forth between self-righteousness and complete moral confusion. Nov 13, 2018 Full Review David Zurawik Baltimore Sun I like the way this series cuts to the moral bone and ties so much of the evil men and women do to our culture's excessive materialism, commercialism and obsession with appearances. Nov 13, 2018 Full Review Joyce Millman Boston Phoenix Nip/Tuck is put together with wit, style and unexpected flashes of wisdom and heart between the acrobatic sex (hey, can they do this stuff on basic cable?) and glossy, grisly operating-room scenes. Jul 2, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Gypsy L Raw, bold and genius. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/10/24 Full Review Bruno V Série histórica com peso de ensinar a questão da obsessão da vaidade pela beleza e poder. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/04/23 Full Review Audience Member This show does not hold back one bit. The writing, acting, and directing for this show are hard to match. Every season has a refreshing new feeling, yet the show stays entertaining until the last episode. If you can handle the intensity, you will not be let down by Nip/Tuck. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Ryan Murphy's first FX series is basically a showy, sexed-up and over-the-top soap opera, but it's also rather brilliant at parts. It's an uncomfortable medical drama with plenty of good humor, and a interesting characters and scripts makes the show constantly interesting. Lot of shock-value too (no arguing that), but it's exactly the same type of mass-appeal Chuck Palahniuk has. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Dylan Walsh

Dr. Sean McNamara

Julian McMahon

Dr. Christian Troy

John Hensley

Matt McNamara

Joely Richardson

Julia McNamara

Valerie Cruz

Grace Santiago

Jessalyn Gilsig

Gina Russo

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 22, 2003 Pilot Cutting beneath the surface of the superficial world of plastic surgery in Miami's South Beach. This episode: Christian (Julian McMahon) agrees to operate on a fugitive Colombian drug lord; Sean (Dylan Walsh) experiences a midlife crisis. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 29, 2003 Mandi/Randi Identical twins are interested in plastic surgery; Sean moves out to experience life as a single man; Matt's insecurities are exposed. Details Episode 3 Aired Aug 5, 2003 Nanette Babcock Christian fixes one of Sean's mistakes; a mentally unstable patient wants extensive surgery before her high-school reunion; Sean tries to foster a relationship with his son. Details Episode 4 Aired Aug 12, 2003 Sofia Lopez Sean and Christian operate on an aging adult-film star; Christian takes Matt to a party; Julia follows her dreams to go to medical school; Sean helps a transvestite track down a doctor. Details Episode 5 Aired Aug 19, 2003 Kurt Dempsey An encounter with a former lover leads Christian to a meeting for sex addicts; Julia plans to go back to school. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 2, 2003 Megan O'Hara Christian's prize possessions are vandalized; Sean finds his life invigorated after an encounter with a new patient. Details Episode 7 Aired Sep 9, 2003 Cliff Mantegna Christian struggles with being in a monogamous relationship; Sean and Julia explore their feelings for other people; Julia catches Matt in a compromising situation. Details Episode 8 Aired Sep 16, 2003 Cara Fitzgerald Christian takes matters into his own hands when he learns a patient lied to him; Matt's conscience drives him to enlist Sean's help for a friend. Details Episode 9 Aired Sep 23, 2003 Sofia Lopez, Part II Dr. Bobolit makes Christian an offer he cannot refuse; Julia discovers Jude may not be the person he appears to be; Sean takes the next step in his relationship with Megan O'Hara; Liz helps Sofia Lopez. Details Episode 10 Aired Sep 30, 2003 Adelle Coffin Christian and Sean need to be recertified; Sean must be honest with himself when Megan O'Hara's health takes a turn for the worse; Mrs. Gurbman discovers she needs a purpose in life. Details Episode 11 Aired Oct 7, 2003 Montana/Sassy/Justice Sean and Christian perform surgery on a patient who suffers from a multiple personality disorder; Christian has to make an important decision when Gina reappears; Cara Fitzgerald returns to school. Details Episode 12 Aired Oct 14, 2003 Antonia Ramos Sean and Christian operate on a patient who brings them face to face with an old friend; Julia bonds with Sofia Lopez; Christian and Gina discuss her pregnancy. Details Episode 13 Aired Oct 21, 2003 Escobar Gallardo Drug kingpin Escobar Gallardo forces Sean and Christian to perform illegal surgeries; Julia suspects Sean of infidelity; Gina worries about Christian's ability as a father; Matt feels guilty for Cara Fitzgerald's accident. Details

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Season Info

Network
FX
Rating
TV-MA (L|S|V)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 22, 2003