Fair rating?Doc Martin· Season 2 · Episode 1
Old Dogs
Dr Ellingham visits an elderly patient - but ends up having to contend with her irate son. To make matters worse, the man turns out to be one of Louisa's ex-boyfriends. However, trouble is not just confined to the doctor's daily routine as the villagers find themselves forced to deal with the threat of a mystery mugger.
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#6In Season 2of 8 rated episodes
#73All-timeof 77 rated episodes
−0.4vs season avgSeason 2 averages 8.1
2005First airedNovember 10, 2005
Guest stars
Margaret Tyzackas Muriel Steel
Julia Deakinas Gloria Rix
Charlotte Palmeras Shopkeeper
Elaine Claxtonas A&E ReceptionistJo Bowisas A&E Doctor
Gerard Horanas Eddie RixOriane Messinaas High Trees Careworker
Brian Knightas Dom
David Christianas Bob
Crew
Ben BoltDirector
Dominic MinghellaWriter
Edana MinghellaWriter
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