Doc Martin gets US makeover by Friends creator

Doc Martin is set for a US makeover by Friends co-creator Marta Kauffman.

The UK comedy drama stars Martin Clunes as a grumpy London GP who relocates to a seaside town he visited as a child and first screened in 2004 on ITV.

Now, it is being adapted for an American audience by Marta with Ben Silverman, reports Deadline.

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Martin Clunes stars in Doc Martin (ITV)

 

According to Deadline, Ben said: “We are thrilled to be adapting this hilarious, smart show for America.

“Doc Martin has charmed viewers worldwide with its excellent concept and unique style of comedy, and we’re proud to be working with Marta Kauffman on this exciting show.”

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Marta Kauffman (Vince Bucci/Invision)

 

Marta added: “We are delighted to be working with Ben and his team on Doc Martin. It’s rare to connect with other producers who share the same sensibility and vision.”

Doc Martin in its original UK form has already been a hit in Canada.

 

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