# Where to watch The Lonely Scalpel (1969) in the UK

> The Lonely Scalpel (1969) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1969  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T17:07:02.478Z)  

## Synopsis

The story is set in Sumidagawa Hospital, an emergency hospital in downtown Tokyo. The head of surgery there, Iwashita Ken, is a brain surgeon who has just returned from the United States . He has excellent skills, but his strict personality often makes him the envy of other doctors. He also has a secret past. The story depicts the various facets of the hospital, including the interactions between doctors and patients, the power struggle within the hospital, and Asou Yukie, a recent nursing school graduate who was assigned to the hospital unaware of the complex internal affairs that exist.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Lonely Scalpel in the UK?**

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## Sources

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