Heartbeat (2016)

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 22, 2016
User Score
5.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 45
  3. Negative: 20 out of 45

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  1. cindyp1976
    Apr 3, 2016
    8
    I liked that the lead character was take charge take no crap doctor. I for one understand the first couple of episodes are just setting up the back story for the show and I think it could be really good if the network gives it a chance I really hate when they pull a show after just 5 episodes
  2. DrBruce77
    Apr 22, 2016
    9
    Heartbeat is a smart, hilarious, fast moving, interesting show. Wonderful actors, quirky fabulous writing and movement that helps the audience believe these characters are real and worthy of your time. Love the show. Laugh and look forward to the next episode.
  3. cathdarnell
    Apr 27, 2016
    1
    Thought I'd visit this new series as there isn't much to watch otherwise. Episode is about a 55 year old man, and "old" father who needs a heart transplant but for some kooky reason he has to be plugged into his daughter so they can "share" a common circulation w daughter's heart doing the work. He REFUSES to put his daughter at risk. Daughter is okay w risk but the man REFUSES. ShouldThought I'd visit this new series as there isn't much to watch otherwise. Episode is about a 55 year old man, and "old" father who needs a heart transplant but for some kooky reason he has to be plugged into his daughter so they can "share" a common circulation w daughter's heart doing the work. He REFUSES to put his daughter at risk. Daughter is okay w risk but the man REFUSES. Should have ended the conversation, but not for this Dr. Knocks him out w drugs and proceeds anyway - REALLY?!! If this ever becomes legal, I'm dropping all health insurance - Obamacare be damned. You wouldn't force me to have surgery that you had to eat the costs yourself.… Expand
  4. HappyGal
    Mar 30, 2016
    2
    I was very open to liking this, as I enjoy Hospital TV dramas and see Melissa George as a competent actress. Her interpretation of the lead character turned me off majorly. It was overblown, affected, unlikeable. I will not be tuning in again, as apart from Dave Annable's Pierce, the other characters were not engaging either, though not sure if they were engaging it would make up for suchI was very open to liking this, as I enjoy Hospital TV dramas and see Melissa George as a competent actress. Her interpretation of the lead character turned me off majorly. It was overblown, affected, unlikeable. I will not be tuning in again, as apart from Dave Annable's Pierce, the other characters were not engaging either, though not sure if they were engaging it would make up for such a dislikable (not in a 'good' way) lead.… Expand
  5. jms
    Apr 2, 2016
    0
    Could not wait to watch a new medical drama! But this was WAY disappointing! The main character was annoying, rude and unlikeable. Trailors / previews for future episodes seem even less medical. The storyline seemed less medical and way boring. I had my DVR set to record all, but will be deleting those.
  6. blinkwiseMoment
    May 5, 2016
    8
    Although not exactly breaking new ground yet, as far as medical dramas are concerned, this show holds an undeservedly low professional rating in my opinion. Mind you, I love my Grey´s evenings and Laurie´s Dr. House is arguably one of THE most lovable antiheroes to roam the halls of a fictional hospital in recent TV history. But remember that these too needed some time to reach criticalAlthough not exactly breaking new ground yet, as far as medical dramas are concerned, this show holds an undeservedly low professional rating in my opinion. Mind you, I love my Grey´s evenings and Laurie´s Dr. House is arguably one of THE most lovable antiheroes to roam the halls of a fictional hospital in recent TV history. But remember that these too needed some time to reach critical mass. They too have stumbled.

    Give Heartbeat a chance. It HAS potential. Clichés be damned. At the very least it´s a fun ride with a good pacing.    … Expand
  7. Giselicor
    May 3, 2016
    10
    I just love this series! After a hard day at work you want something interesting, funny. Not too heavy. This show has a great storyline and it's different from Grey's Anatomy or The Night Shift or even Chicago MED (which I love all of them) but that's why it is great, it still have the medical side to it, but on a romantic,funny way. All the actors fit perfectly together and I would beI just love this series! After a hard day at work you want something interesting, funny. Not too heavy. This show has a great storyline and it's different from Grey's Anatomy or The Night Shift or even Chicago MED (which I love all of them) but that's why it is great, it still have the medical side to it, but on a romantic,funny way. All the actors fit perfectly together and I would be hart broken if I they cancel this show. It's like people just want hardcore DRAMA, Why? We live in a damage world, let's enjoy the smaller things in life that makes us laugh and relaxed!!… Expand
  8. LeeAnnHollomon
    Jun 3, 2016
    10
    I can't believe people don't like this show, I think it is refreshing, not the same tired old medical drama, so some of the storyline may be a little far fetched, but hey it's TV use your imagination, geesh, I'm tired of the same old cop and medical shows, same show just on a different network with different actors. I don't know about everyone else but this world we live in today is justI can't believe people don't like this show, I think it is refreshing, not the same tired old medical drama, so some of the storyline may be a little far fetched, but hey it's TV use your imagination, geesh, I'm tired of the same old cop and medical shows, same show just on a different network with different actors. I don't know about everyone else but this world we live in today is just crazy, it's rough and messy, so why do I want to set in front of the TV and watch the real world, I like a little far fetched sometimes and breaking ALL the rules, sarcasm, and the characters are lovable. I so enjoy this show, I look forward to Tuesday nights it's an escape for me and this show is AWESOME I really think NBC is making a mistake cancelling this one and for crying out loud, especially cancelling it and keeping Nick Cannon's show, Wow! Makes no sense to me. No entertainment what so ever in that show, You Tube on TV. Maybe people will think I am shallow for liking this show but it get's 1000 thumbs up from me.… Expand
  9. KellyFred84
    Jun 14, 2016
    10
    I LOVE this show and Alex's personality and the fact that this show has a strong female heart surgeon as the main character. I love that this show is much different than Grey's Anatomy and Chicago Med and the other medical shows out there. Alex is witty and strong! This show is Fantastic and should be renewed for more seasons ASAP!
  10. nosma
    Jun 6, 2016
    0
    I was eager for a new show. Hearbeat looked promising. But no. No thanks. I couldn't finish the first episode. It was not at all what I was hoping for. It's just not funny and rrelies too much on the lead female character who can't seem to decide whether she wants to be funny or she wants to be taken seriously.
  11. mondo099
    May 14, 2016
    0
    This show is completely ridiculous.Melissa George as the lead character is making things bad for the show, she's doing things that doesn't really happen in a hospital... Always rushing to do surgery. Grey's anatomy is far better

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#2 Most Shared TV Season of 2016

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
37

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 23
  3. Negative: 13 out of 23
  1. TVLine
    Reviewed by: Michael Slezak
    Apr 6, 2016
    33
    All of Alex’s quirks (she has a tendency to spit while talking) and surgical brilliance (practically on a whim, she pulls off a heart transplant procedure that only four others have managed before her) can’t mask the grim fact that she’s ultimately a collection of threadbare drama-series clichés. ... Even worse, the show’s supporting characters are all some combination of bland, unbelievable, and/or reprehensible.
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  2. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Amber Dowling
    Mar 23, 2016
    30
    Unfortunately, by the end of the first hour, viewers may find themselves looking for a pulse rather than committing to future installments, let alone pondering the state of female medical practitioners in the industry and their work-home life balance.
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  3. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Neil Genzlinger
    Mar 22, 2016
    30
    It is so overstuffed with action and complications and heavy breathing that it never comes close to being credible.
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