PhiloDr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.8
Overview
Dr. Michaela Quinn journeys to Colorado Springs to be the town's physician after her father's death in 1868.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
Dr. Michaela Quinn journeys to Colorado Springs to be the town's physician after her father's death in 1868.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PhiloPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The series consistently champions progressive values by focusing on gender equality, advocating for Native American rights, and promoting social justice through the lens of individual courage and scientific reason, often challenging established prejudices and systemic injustices.
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman showcases visible diversity through its inclusion of Native American and Black characters, though without explicit race or gender swaps of traditional roles. The series' narrative strongly and consistently critiques traditional patriarchal structures and colonial attitudes, with the protagonist frequently challenging societal norms and advocating for marginalized groups, making DEI themes central to its storytelling.
Secondary
The show generally portrays Christianity as a positive force for community, morality, and compassion, often through the character of Reverend Johnson. While it critiques the hypocrisy and prejudice of some adherents, the narrative consistently frames these as individual failings, emphasizing the inclusive and loving aspects of Christian teachings.
Judaism is portrayed positively through Myra Bing, showcasing its rich traditions and family values. The narrative consistently condemns the anti-Semitism and prejudice she encounters, positioning the audience to sympathize with her and her faith.
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, a show set in the late 19th century and airing in the 1990s, did not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes in its canon storylines. Therefore, there is no portrayal to evaluate.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman is an original television series, not an adaptation or reboot of pre-existing material. All characters were created for the show, thus there are no legacy or canonical characters whose gender could have been swapped from a prior established version.
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman is an original television series. Its main characters were created for the show and do not have prior canonical or historical racial depictions to be compared against, thus precluding a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
4.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
7.6
Critic Ratings
N/A
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