Diagnosis: Murder (1993)

Synopsis

Dr. Mark Sloan is a good-natured, offbeat physician who is called upon to solve murders.

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Cast

• Dick Van Dyke as Mark Sloan
• Victoria Rowell as Amanda Bentley-Livingston
• Barry Van Dyke as Steve Sloan
• Charlie Schlatter as Jesse Travis
• Michael Tucci as Norman Briggs
• Scott Baio as Jack Stewart
• Delores Hall as Delores Mitchell
• Kevin McNally as EMT
• Shane van Dyke as Tommy Anders
• Charmin Lee as Cheryl Banks

If you liked Diagnosis: Murder, try

• High Potential
• NYPD Blue
• Ironside
• Murder, She Wrote
• Homicide: Life on the Street
• Third Watch
• Medium
• Father Brown

BingeNext's take

If you enjoy a mix of drama, mystery, and a bit of family warmth, Diagnosis Murder is a great pick, especially if you like shows where the main character uses brains and kindness to solve crimes. Dick Van Dyke stars as Dr. Mark Sloan, a good-natured, offbeat physician who gets involved in murder cases, making the show feel both clever and approachable. With eight seasons and 178 episodes, it’s perfect for those who like to settle in for a long, engaging watch. The cast, including Victoria Rowell and Barry Van Dyke, adds to the friendly, familiar vibe. It’s a bit like Murder, She Wrote or NYPD Blue but with a lighter, more family-friendly touch. Watching it feels like spending time with a smart, caring detective who’s not afraid to use his medical knowledge to crack the case, making it a comforting yet intriguing binge for fans of classic crime dramas.