The BBC's new comedy-drama, This is Going to Hurt, made its highly-anticipated debut on Tuesday night and viewers are all saying the same thing about the first episode.
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The series is based on the best selling memoir of the same name by Adam Kay, which details his time as a junior doctor in the NHS.
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Viewers took to Twitter to praise the funny yet heartbreaking episode, with one person addressing Adam's account, writing: "@amateuradam beautifully depicts the people working in the NHS - the good and the ugly. A brilliant piece of TV," while another agreed, adding: "An absolutely amazing show. Really does the book justice. An emotional rollercoaster and one that hits close to home for many people."
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Other fans were moved to tears while watching the series premiere, with one person tweeting: "I was worried it wasn't going to compare to the book but WOW @amateuradam I think they've done a brilliant job! Laughter tears and sadness tears in episode one," while another added: "In floods of tears now. I come from a family of doctors and have heard it all but seeing it unfold like this gives a great insight into the life of junior doctors. Eye-opening, inspiring but also heartbreaking."
© Photo: BBCViewers praised the compelling drama
Many viewers also took to Twitter to praise Ben Whishaw's captivating performance as Adam. One person wrote: "Well #ThisIsGoingToHurt is just excellent isn't it. Ben Whishaw is perfect casting," while another added: "No one plays exhausted and miserable better than Ben Whishaw. This is sooo good, AND difficult to watch."
Some fans ended up binge-watching the series following the gripping first episode. One person took to Twitter to applaud the series, commenting: "Four episodes into #ThisIsGoingToHurt and it's incredible, powerful, heartbreaking, funny, captivating viewing. The wildest part is that it's more than likely. Barely scratching the surface too."
© Photo: BBCFans applauded Ben Whishaw's performance
Another person agreed, adding: "Episodes one to seven of #ThisIsGoingToHurt finished! Amazingly written and poignant, the right amount of deadpan, humour and highlights important issues. Well done @amateuradam I’ve enjoyed it so much, thank you."
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