HuluER (1994–2009)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Left
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.9
Overview
Michael Crichton has created a medical drama that chronicles life and death in a Chicago hospital emergency room. Each episode tells the tale of another day in the ER, from the exciting to the mundane, and the joyous to ...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Hulu
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PhiloBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Overview
Michael Crichton has created a medical drama that chronicles life and death in a Chicago hospital emergency room. Each episode tells the tale of another day in the ER, from the exciting to the mundane, and the joyous to ...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
HuluHBO MaxPhiloDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Left
Primary
ER leans left due to its consistent portrayal of systemic healthcare failures and social inequalities impacting patient care, aligning with progressive concerns about social justice and access to healthcare, even as it champions the humanistic dedication of medical professionals.
The series 'ER' established a visibly diverse ensemble cast from its initial episodes, showcasing a commitment to representation within its original character development. Its narrative explored a range of social issues through the lens of a busy urban hospital, subtly addressing challenges faced by various marginalized groups, without making explicit DEI critique the central focus of its storytelling.
Secondary
ER presented a largely positive and affirming portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters, most notably through Dr. Kerry Weaver's extensive storyline. Her journey of self-acceptance, loving relationships, and facing external prejudice was handled with empathy and depth, validating queer lives and love.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
ER is an original television series. All characters were created for the show, meaning there is no prior source material or historical record from which a character's gender could have been established and subsequently changed.
ER is an original television series, not an adaptation of pre-existing source material or a reboot. All characters were created for the show, meaning there was no prior canonical or historically established race to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.9
7.8
Critic Ratings
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