House

Fox · 2004-2012 · 8 Seasons · 177 Episodes · Ended
DramaMedicalMystery
58
Fan Heat

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About House

At Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital, Dr. Gregory House runs a department of diagnostic medicine like a one-man inquisition, chasing the cases no other doctor can crack. He limps on a cane, pops Vicodin by the handful, and treats bedside manner as a waste of everyone's time. Each week brings a new medical puzzle that looks like one thing and turns out to be another entirely.

House's genius is inseparable from his cruelty. He bullies his fellows, lies to patients for their own good, and insists that everybody lies, a creed that fuels both his brilliant deductions and his scorched-earth relationships. His only real friend is oncologist James Wilson, and his only real boss is administrator Lisa Cuddy, both of whom spend eight seasons absorbing the collateral damage of his addiction and his refusal to be saved.

Equal parts Sherlock Holmes and self-destructing rock star, the series turns the differential diagnosis into a thriller and the misanthrope at its center into one of television's most magnetic antiheroes, anchored by an Emmy-nominated, Golden Globe-winning performance from Hugh Laurie.

Production Details & Legacy

House was created by David Shore and originally aired on Fox, with streaming available on Peacock. The series ran for 8 seasons and 177 episodes from 2004-2012, establishing itself as a landmark entry in the drama and medical and mystery genres. Since its conclusion, House has continued to attract new viewers through streaming platforms and remains a frequent subject of critical reappraisal and fan discussion.

The series features a rich ensemble of characters that have become iconic within television fandom. TVCeleb profiles 3 key characters from House, including Dr. Gregory House (Hugh Laurie), Dr. James Wilson (Robert Sean Leonard), Dr. Lisa Cuddy (Lisa Edelstein). Each character has inspired dedicated fan communities, extensive analysis, and passionate debate about their motivations, relationships, and story arcs throughout the series.

House holds a Fan Heat Score of 58 out of 100 on TVCeleb, reflecting the intensity and passion of its fanbase. The show has built a committed and enthusiastic community of viewers who continue to engage with and champion the series. The series is notable for its drama, medical, mystery qualities, which have contributed to its enduring appeal and cross-generational viewership.

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? Frequently Asked Questions

House follows Dr. Gregory House, a misanthropic, pain-killer-addicted diagnostician who leads a team at a teaching hospital and solves baffling medical cases that stump everyone else, all while alienating the people who care about him.

Hugh Laurie stars as Dr. Gregory House, with Robert Sean Leonard as oncologist Dr. James Wilson and Lisa Edelstein as hospital administrator Dr. Lisa Cuddy.

House streams on Peacock. Availability varies by region, so check your local streaming guide for current options.