Quacks

Series 1

In Victorian London four pioneers, friends, and rivals fighting to make a mark on the world and save lives.

The Duke's Tracheotomy
E1
The Duke's TracheotomyAfter a botched amputation, surgeon Robert is put under pressure by the royal physician.
The Lady's Abscess
E2
The Lady's AbscessCaroline bags an invitation to meet her hero, Charles Dickens.
The Madman's Trial
E3
The Madman's TrialWilliam concocts a daring plan to cure a deluded patient.
The Indian Mesmerist
E4
The Indian MesmeristCaroline arranges to meet a charismatic hypnotist for a demonstration of his powers.
The Bishop's Appendix
E5
The Bishop's AppendixThe Bishop needs his appendix removed, but he won’t agree to pain relief or surgery.
The Physician's Hernia
E6
The Physician's HerniaWill a team of rival surgeons be able to save Dr Hendrick?