TV series
Set in a geriatric extended care wing of a down-at-the-heels hospital, Getting On follows put-upon nurses, anxious doctors and administrators as they struggle with the darkly comic, brutally honest and quietly compassionate realities of caring for the elderly.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Checked Jul 22, 2026
Getting On is available to stream on HBO (Via Hulu), HBO Max, Max (Via Amazon Prime), and YouTube TV in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Set in a geriatric extended care wing of a down-at-the-heels hospital, Getting On follows put-upon nurses, anxious doctors and administrators as they struggle with the darkly comic, brutally honest and quietly compassionate realities of caring for the elderly.
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Episode 1
Dr. James' research projects are everywhere. DiDi attempts to secure a raise. Patsy's new initiative doesn't go down very well.
Directed by Miguel ArtetaWritten by Mark V. Olsen, Will SchefferGuest stars Brandon Fobbs, Ann Morgan Guilbert, Mark Harelik, Lindsey Kraft, Lynn Cohen, Mary Kay Place, Eileen Ryan, Kasey Mahaffy
Episode 2
DiDi has more responsibilities when a hospice program is introduced. Dawn looks to the future.
Directed by Miguel ArtetaWritten by Mark V. Olsen, Will SchefferGuest stars Brandon Fobbs, Patricia Scanlon, Jayma Mays, Angela McEwan, Betty Buckley, Jean Smart, Alia Shawkat, Nancy Linehan Charles
Episode 3
When a server crashes, it is disastrous for the staff. Didi steps on Dr. Stickley's toes.
Directed by Becky MartinWritten by Mark V. Olsen, Will SchefferGuest stars Brandon Fobbs, Ann Morgan Guilbert, Mark Harelik, Kimberly Celemen, Lindsey Kraft, Kelsey Ledgin, Mary Kay Place, Kasey Mahaffy
Episode 4
A photo of Jenna's accidentally slips into a Christmas Card competition. Didi finds herself tempted by a visiting doctor.
Directed by Becky MartinWritten by Mark V. Olsen, Will SchefferGuest stars Ann Morgan Guilbert, Mark Harelik, Kimberly Celemen, Lindsey Kraft, Patricia Scanlon, Carol Lyn Black, Kathleen Campbell, Bernardo Badillo
Episode 5
DiDi deals with her younger sister, who's filling in on the ward and trying to impress Dawn. Dr. James encounters resistance to her research methods, an award goes to Patsy's head, and the staff are anxious to discharge a particular patient.
Directed by Howard DeutchWritten by Mark V. Olsen, Will SchefferGuest stars Brandon Fobbs, Ann Morgan Guilbert, Mark Harelik, June Squibb, Kurtis Bedford, Mary Kay Place, Kasey Mahaffy, Alia Shawkat
Episode 6
In the Season 2 finale, disturbing news about the hospice program is revealed by a whistle-blower, which could jeopardize the staff's future. Meanwhile, Dawn finds herself with two suitors; and DiDi discusses her salary issues with Dr. James.
Directed by Howard DeutchWritten by Mark V. Olsen, Will SchefferGuest stars Ann Morgan Guilbert, Mark Harelik, Harry Dean Stanton, Kimberly Celemen, Lindsey Kraft, Kurtis Bedford, Mary Kay Place, Kasey Mahaffy
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Laurie MetcalfJenna James
Alex BorsteinDawn Forchette
Niecy NashDidi Ortley
Mel RodriguezPatsy de la Serda
Joel JohnstoneDr. Andrew Cesario
Brandon FobbsAntoine Robertson
Molly ShannonPhyllis Marmatan
Ann Morgan GuilbertBirdy Lamb
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BBC WorldwideUnited Kingdom
BBC Worldwide ProductionsUnited States
