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Northern Exposure

1990·Series·TV-PG·7.9(199)

Welcome to Cicely, Alaska

After receiving a scholarship from the state, a recent Columbia University medical school graduate is required to set up his practice in an eccentric Alaskan town.

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About Northern Exposure

Northern Exposure is a 1990 English-language comedy, drama and sci-fi & fantasy series created by Joshua Brand and John Falsey. The cast is led by Rob Morrow, Janine Turner, Barry Corbin. It spans 6 seasons and 110 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Northern Exposure was produced by Falahey/Austin Street Productions, Cine-Nevada Productions, and Universal Television and made in United States of America. It was first aired on July 12, 1990, and carries a TV-PG certification.

Created by
Joshua Brand, John Falsey
First aired
July 12, 1990
Last aired
July 26, 1995
Original language
English
Age rating
TV-PG
Status
Ended
Seasons
6 (110 episodes)
Network
CBS
Country
United States of America
Production
Falahey/Austin Street Productions, Cine-Nevada Productions, Universal Television
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Northern Exposure cast & crew

Northern Exposure was created by Joshua Brand and John Falsey.

The cast features Rob Morrow as Joel Fleischman, Janine Turner as Maggie O'Connell, Barry Corbin as Maurice Minnifield, John Cullum as Holling Vincoeur, Darren E. Burrows as Ed Chigliak, and John Corbett as Chris Stevens.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by David Schwartz, cinematography is by Gordon Lonsdale, and it was produced by Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider.

Is Northern Exposure worth watching?

Northern Exposure holds an audience score of 7.9/10 from 199 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy series.

With 6 seasons and 110 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.

If you enjoy comedy, drama, and sci-fi & fantasy, Northern Exposure is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Northern Exposure

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Cast of Northern Exposure

Rob Morrow

Rob Morrow

Joel Fleischman

Janine Turner

Janine Turner

Maggie O'Connell

Barry Corbin

Barry Corbin

Maurice Minnifield

John Cullum

John Cullum

Holling Vincoeur

Darren E. Burrows

Darren E. Burrows

Ed Chigliak

John Corbett

John Corbett

Chris Stevens

Cynthia Geary

Cynthia Geary

Shelly Tambo

Elaine Miles

Elaine Miles

Marilyn Whirlwind

Peg Phillips

Peg Phillips

Ruth-Anne Miller

Teri Polo

Teri Polo

Michelle Schowdowski Capra

Paul Provenza

Paul Provenza

Phil Capra

Northern Exposure — FAQs

Where can I watch Northern Exposure in United States?

Northern Exposure is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Northern Exposure in?

Northern Exposure is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How many seasons of Northern Exposure are there?

Northern Exposure has 6 seasons with 110 episodes in total.

What is Northern Exposure rated?

Northern Exposure is rated TV-PG. It holds a 7.9/10 audience score from 199 ratings.

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