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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Netflix medical docuseries hailed 'must watch' for fans of Channel 4 24 Hours in A&E
Netflix's new medical documentary series is not for the faint-hearted - but it is something that everyone should watch A new medical documentary series is set to leave a lasting impression, and it's available for streaming on Netflix now. It's not the first series to showcase first-hand the pressures Accident and Emergency departments face. We're all familiar with Channel 4 's 24 Hours in A&E. However, a new series focusing on the NHS goes even further, and it's a must-watch for everyone. Critical: Between Life and Death hit the streaming giant on Wednesday, July 23, spotlighting London's trauma units as they grapple with high-stakes situations and strive to save critically injured patients. From polytrauma cases to life-or-death surgeries, the documentary leaves no stone unturned. Filmed over 21 days using 40 cameras, Critical doesn't hold back, fearlessly showing the reality of frontline healthcare work. The programme has been referred to as one that sticks with you, reinforcing the fact that our NHS workers are truly heroes. The first episode centres around a major tragedy following a fairground ride malfunction London's Brockwell Park in 2024, reports the Mirror. The incident resulted in multiple injuries, including children, as emergency services scrambled to respond. Now, offering a behind-the-scenes look, we hear from victims, their families, and the emergency services involved. With footage of the ride malfunction and the intense details, it feels as though you are right there in the hospital with them. "I can genuinely say I'll never set foot on a fairground ride again. I've never been keen on rides anyway, but realising how everything can shift in a split second is absolutely terrifying," one review critic stated. "It has opened my eyes to a completely different viewpoint." If you are someone who gets easily unsettled, this show might not suit you, but it's something everyone has been encouraged to attempt watching. It certainly cultivates a deep respect for those we frequently take for granted. The opening episode throws the viewer straight into the heart of the action, highlighting frontline personnel, from emergency call handlers to A&E teams, all fighting to avert catastrophic consequences. Advanced Paramedic Practitioner Rory, who helped coordinate the emergency response from the control room, observed: "They were having a nice day, and then very quickly that changed." The programme also features the sister of one casualty who was present at the fairground, struggling to contain her emotions whilst recalling the traumatic ordeal. The description states: "In London, a major trauma happens every 60 minutes, and for the NHS, each call is a race against time. Critical: Between Life and Death gets inside the minds of the dedicated trauma teams that hold our lives in their hands when the worst happens. "From the makers of the award-winning 24 Hours in AandE and with exclusive access, 40 cameras are embedded for 21 days across the entire London Major Trauma System. "The documentary series goes over the shoulder and under the scalpel to reveal not only the life-saving interventions but also the personal, emotional, and sometimes traumatic reasons that inspire those on the NHS frontline to do a job where every second counts."
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
What to watch on TV and streaming today: Philomena, Here We Go and Krays
Grace Virgin Media One, 9pm A psychiatrist is found dead in her flat, and although it's initially believed her demise is the result of a burglary gone wrong, the police soon realise it was a targeted attack. Here We Go BBC One, 9pm & 9.30pm Alison Steadman and Katherine Parkinson are back for the third series of the much-loved sitcom. They'll be dealing with all that life can throw at them as parents Rachel and Paul start new jobs. Bob Mortimer and Tom Allen do battle with Richard Ayoade and Harriet Dyer in the first of a new run. Joe Wilkinson and Ian Smith also feature alongside regulars Susie Dent, Rachel Riley and Jimmy Carr. Philomena RTÉ One, 9.35pm Moving true-life drama following journalist Martin Sixsmith's efforts to help Philomena Lee find out what happened to the son she was forced to hand over for adoption after giving birth in a convent as a teenager. Judi Dench and Steve Coogan are on top form as the duo. Critical: Between Life and Death Netflix, streaming now Imagine the stress of working in a trauma unit in a metropolis. Now, imagine your every move being recorded and uploaded to Netflix to be viewed by millions worldwide. No pressure… This fly-on-the-curtain six-parter brings viewers inside the world of emergency medicine in London, where a major trauma hits every hour. It offers an intimate portrait of the teams who must carry out life-and-death decisions, and the equally eye-watering level of logistics involved in shepherding severely injured people to the nearest hospital. If you're thinking, 'Isn't this just 24 hours in A&E?', it's produced by the very same people behind that award-winning show. This made-for-Netflix docuseries features exclusive access to London's Major Trauma System, with 40 cameras squirrelled away across four hospitals over three weeks. It goes beyond procedures to reveal the humanity behind bold interventions and the emotional drive of NHS staff. Not for the squeamish, obvs. Washington Black Disney+, streaming now If you already caught The Amateur (Rami Malek, Caitriona Balfe) in the cinema, Disney+ is also releasing a Hulu miniseries (based on the bestselling book of the same name) this week. Black, an 11-year-old boy born on a Barbados sugar plantation, has a prodigious mind, propelling him on a global adventure that reshapes his understanding of family and freedom. Acapulco AppleTV+, streaming now If Foundation's OTT (yet stilted) performances are wearing thin, take heart — Acapulco embraces the ham with flair! In season four, present-day Maximo (Eugenio Derbez) races to revive Las Colinas ahead of its grand reopening, while in 1986, young Maximo (Enrique Arrizon) fights to reclaim the hotel's top spot. Trainwreck: P.I. Moms Netflix, streaming now This weekly episodic seems to have been going on forever, and I never want it to end. In 2010, Lifetime launched a reality show about soccer moms moonlighting as private investigators. As secrets surface and criminal accusations mount, both the show and its subjects spiral toward disaster. Amy Bradley is Missing Netflix, streaming now In 1998, Amy Bradley vanished from a cruise ship without a trace. Decades later, sightings and speculation still swirl. This three-parter explores this haunting cold case and her family's fight to bring her home. Krays: London Gangsters Prime Video, streaming now Twins Reggie and Ronnie ruled London's underworld for two decades — and had their story portrayed by the Kemps to boot. Through prison recordings, this documentary reveals the powerful bond behind their dubious legacy. Untamed Netflix, streaming now If you've already mainlined all three series of Sneaky Pete, it's OK — Netflix has teed up this new Eric Bana and Sam Neill (both looking suitably at home in rangers uniforms) vehicle for you. Set in Yosemite, the National Parks agents are caught between a brutal crime, the wilderness, and themselves. Ironically, in Trump's America, they'd have probably been laid off. Surf Girls: International Prime Video, streaming now From breakout star Ewe Wong to Olympian Sol Aguirre, follow four female surfing athletes as they face personal hurdles, cultural expectations, and fierce competition. Wall to Wall Netflix, streaming now Imagine saving enough to buy an apartment only to face financial ruin while sandwiched between mysteriously noisy floors. It's South Korean, so Woo-seong's neighbourinos could be anyone (or anything).
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Netflix fans 'hooked' after first episode of new gripping docuseries
Critical Between Life and Death is a must watch for fans of 24 Hours in A&E (Image: Netflix) Netflix viewers are "in tears" as they binge a brand new documentary that has left them completely "hooked". Critical: Between Life and Death launched on July 23 and tracks London's trauma units as they tackle harrowing situations and rescue those fighting for their lives. From multiple trauma casualties to life or death operations, the documentary explores every aspect. Following frontline staff over 21 days using 40 cameras, the six-part series features surgeons, emergency crews and casualties along with their relatives as they recount the terrifying incidents as well as intimate moments within the health service. Fans have been binge watching the new documentary (Image: Netflix) READ MORE: 'Netflix's new medical docuseries is not for those with a weak stomach' READ MORE: Top surgeon on Netflix's gripping NHS documentary lifts lid on being filmed during surgery The synopsis reveals: "In London, a major trauma happens every 60 minutes, and for the NHS, each call is a race against time. Critical: Between Life and Death gets inside the minds of the dedicated trauma teams that hold our lives in their hands when the worst happens.", reports the Express. "From the makers of the award-winning 24 Hours in A&E and with exclusive access, 40 cameras are embedded for 21 days across the entire London Major Trauma System. "The documentary series goes over the shoulder and under the scalpel to reveal not only the life-saving interventions but also the personal, emotional, and sometimes traumatic reasons that inspire those on the NHS frontline to do a job where every second counts." The series has quickly made its way onto fans' watch lists, with some having already binged it. Viewers have noted the "gory" nature of the documentary, warning that it may not be suitable for those with a weak stomach. Critical: Between Life and Death is available to stream on Netflix (Image: Netflix) One social media user posted: "This one is REALLY graphic...I think a tad more than 24 Hours in A&E...I'll still watch, behind my fingers sometimes." Another chimed in: "This is brilliant binge watching it." A third simply stated: "Binged." A fourth viewer shared: "Watched the first 2 episodes I'm hooked." Over on X, one person commented: "The intro hooked me straight away", while another praised: "Kudos to @netflix for "Critical: Between Life and Death". Everyone should watch this as we're all interested and invested emergency care outcomes." One person expressed: "Netflix: Critical: Between Life and Death. True heroes. In tears. So thankful - as always - that we have the hearts and minds behind our NHS." Critical: Between Life and Death is now available for streaming on Netflix.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'Netflix's new medical docuseries is not for those with a weak stomach'
The new series is something everyone should watch A brand new medical documentary series is a truly distressing watch that will linger in my memory forever - and it's ready to stream now on Netflix. We've all witnessed Channel 4's 24 Hours in A&E and the immense strains our Accident and Emergency departments endure. But now, a fresh series about the NHS surpasses even that, and it's something everyone should see. Critical: Between Life and Death premieres today (July 23) and highlights London's trauma units as they confront intense situations and strive to save those who are critically injured. From polytrauma patients to life or death surgeries, the documentary covers it all. Netflix fans 'can't sleep' after watching twisted film that streaming giant is taking down Netflix series 'so addictive' fans binge watch in one night Tracking front line workers across 21 days with 40 cameras, Critical doesn't shy away, and it's certainly not afraid to show you everything. It's the kind of programme that stays with you and reinforces the fact that our NHS heroes are indeed just that - heroes. The first episode features a massive tragedy following a fairground ride malfunction in Brockwell Park, London in 2024. The ride failure resulted in several people, including children, being injured as emergency services rushed to the scene, reports the Express. Now, in an unprecedented behind-the-scenes insight, we hear from victims, their families and the emergency services involved. With footage of the ride malfunction and the intense details, it feels like you're right there in the hospital with them. I can honestly say I will never go on a fairground ride again. I've never been a fan of rides anyway, but knowing things can change in a single instant is terrifying. Critical: Between Life and Death has shown me a new perspective. If you're squeamish, this programme might not be for you, but it's something everyone should try and watch. It certainly fosters a profound appreciation for those we often overlook. The first episode plunges us directly into the thick of things, showcasing frontline workers, from initial call receivers to trauma department staff, all battling to prevent dire outcomes. Advanced Paramedic Practitioner Rory, who assisted in orchestrating the emergency response from the operations centre, reflected: "They were having a nice day, and then very quickly that changed." The episode also hears from the sister of one victim who was also at the fairground, who struggles to hold back the tears as she relives the harrowing experience. The synopsis teases: "In London, a major trauma happens every 60 minutes, and for the NHS, each call is a race against time. Critical: Between Life and Death gets inside the minds of the dedicated trauma teams that hold our lives in their hands when the worst happens. "From the makers of the award-winning 24 Hours in A&E and with exclusive access, 40 cameras are embedded for 21 days across the entire London Major Trauma System. "The documentary series goes over the shoulder and under the scalpel to reveal not only the life-saving interventions but also the personal, emotional, and sometimes traumatic reasons that inspire those on the NHS frontline to do a job where every second counts."
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I cheated death when a fairground ride cracked my skull and made me repeat same phrase'
Netflix's new documentary Critical: Between Life and Death looks at the aftermath of a horrific fairground incident at Lambeth Country Show - injuring four people Netflix's latest fly-on-the-wall documentary is set to be a harrowing watch for some, with Critical: Between Life and Death following critical care units across London that are treating those with serious injuries. The first episode takes viewers behind-the-scenes as four patients are rushed to hospital after a ride on a fairground attraction turned into a nightmare on Saturday 8 June last year. The Lambeth Country Show in London's Brockwell Park ended in disaster last June when a fairground ride failed and flung those on it into the air. For Alison and her boyfriend Nick, the injuries proved to be life-threatening. "When I came around, I had a memory of going on the ride with Nick and I was asking, 'Where's Nick?' I think people were quite diplomatic with me about how serious Nick's injuries were," Alison tells the documentary. "Just because it was touch and go for him." Speaking about witnessing Alison and Nick on the ride, Alison's sister Claire says in the episode: "I saw heads and bodies crash into the railings, like crash test dummies. I thought, 'Oh my God, those are my sister's shoes.' "I immediately jumped up onto the ride and my sisters and Nick were still in their seats. The whole of the side of Nick's face was basically open. Just this big hole. It looked so so serious. I was really concerned he wasn't going to make it.' After being rushed to King's College Hospital, Alison began to worry doctors when she was not following commands. During a brain scan, the asset management firm director came around and kept repeating the same phrase: "I'm so internat. I'm so internat." Dr. Lalarukh Asim, Emergency Medicine Consultant, tells the documentary: "Alison has come round but she's still quite confused and not making sense. If someone's incoherent or there's signs of significant brain injury, the main thing you'd be worried about is a bleed on the brain." A scan later showed that Alison had suffered a skull fracture, however she also required an urgent chest drain to avoid her from going into cardiac arrest after rib fractures had ruptured her lung. "When I went into see her, I took a deep breath," Claire says. "There were lots of tubes, lots of beeping. She wasn't making any sense. It was so traumatic for me. Bones you can fix, but the head injuries, I was worried about. How bad is that going to be for both Nick and Alison?" Meanwhile, Nick - who was rushed to St. George's Hospital - had "fractured everything in his face" and "shattered his kidney", according to Dr. Ahmed Mahdi. Thankfully, on the Monday after the incident, Alison was able to ring her sister from the hospital. "It was an incredible sense of relief that she was making sense again because she really didn't for those two days," Claire says. Alison adds, "Everybody tells me that when I started to come around, I was talking a load of rubbish and generally, I'm sort of quite good with memory and words. "Initially, I was told that I would probably be in hospital for five or six weeks. I was stuck in a bed, and didn't even know if I could walk. When can I get out of here? In reality, I managed to get better a lot quicker. So I came out of hospital after two and a half weeks." Nick also managed to recover - however, it took him several months. "It's the last thing you think is going to happen when you go to a country fair, that you'll be in hospital for a few months," Nick says. "It brings it home to you, how lucky we are to have the NHS and critical care when something goes wrong. The skill involved in the surgeon who repaired my face, which to me is absolutely astounding." Alison adds, "It's been challenging, but we cheated death, so we look forward." Critical: Between Life and Death is available to stream on Netflix now.
