Tender Loving Care (1993): cast, story & where to watch

1993 · Film

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Released in 1993, Tender Loving Care is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Dewi Humphreys.

What it’s about. Night nurse Elaine Dobbs may be overworked and underpaid, but she has created a very special atmosphere in her ward and is extremely attentive to her patients. However, rather too many of them are dying.Inspired by the real-life case of four nurses in Austria who were tried for the murder of 42 patients in their care, this chilling drama stars comedian Dawn French in her first serious role, as an apparently irreproachable carer.

Who’s in it. Tender Loving Care stars Dawn French as Elaine Dobbs, Rosemary Leach as Mary, Robert Pugh as Keith Dobbs and Joan Sims as Daisy Potter, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tender Loving Care page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tender Loving Care tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tender Loving Care (1993)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tender Loving Care change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Tender Loving Care?
Tender Loving Care stars Dawn French, Rosemary Leach, Robert Pugh, Joan Sims and Peter Jones.
When was Tender Loving Care released?
Tender Loving Care was released in 1993.