Added to Prime Video on Thursday, Nov 9, 2023 The television series “RFDS” captures the high-stakes work and drama of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia. It follows the lives of a tight-knit team of doctors, nurses, and pilots operating from a base in remote outback Australia as they provide emergency medical care to those in need. The series, while exploring the unique challenges of providing healthcare in the isolated terrain, also delves into the personal struggles and relationships of the team members themselves.
Length: Various episodes totaling around 8 hours
Genre: Drama, Medical
This Title is: Intense, Heartfelt, Action-packed
“RFDS – Season 1” IS STREAMING TODAY ON Prime Video IN CANADA
Trailer
Cast
- Emma Hamilton as Flight Nurse Mikaere ‘Mike’ King
- Rob Collins as Flight Nurse Pete Emerson
- Stephen Peacocke as Dr. Elroy ‘Roy’ Gallagher
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: TV-14
Includes intense scenes and medical procedures that may not be suitable for younger viewers.
Trivia
- The series is inspired by real-life stories from the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
- Filming often took place in the remote Australian outback, presenting unique challenges to the cast and crew.
- The show was praised for its authenticity and the use of actual RFDS planes.
Our Review
“RFDS – Season 1” brings to the screen a compelling mix of drama and real-life heroics that capture the essence of the Royal Flying Doctor Service’s critical work. The ensemble cast delivers strong performances, bringing depth to the characters they portray. The production values are high, and the series does an excellent job at depicting the scale and beauty of the Australian outback, which almost becomes a character in its own right. The balance between the procedural elements of the rescues and the personal stories of the crew makes it both educational and emotionally engaging.
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