Successful Hollywood plastic surgeon Sydney Hansen returns home to Providence, Rhode Island to try to keep her dysfunctional family together with the help of her mother's friendly ghost. She also finds work with the local free clinic.
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Awards:
- Won 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 13 wins & 9 nominations.
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Series Cast Summary
| Melina Kanakaredes | ... |
Dr. Sydney Hansen
(96 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Seth Peterson | ... |
Robbie Hansen
(96 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Mike Farrell | ... |
Dr. James Hansen
(96 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Paula Cale | ... |
Joanie Hansen
(94 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Concetta Tomei | ... |
Lynda Hansen
(92 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Dana Daurey | ... |
Heather Tupperman
(61 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Samaria Graham | ... |
Izzy Nunez
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(54 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Maria Pitillo | ... |
Tina Calcatera
(42 episodes, 2001-2002)
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| Toni De Rose | ... |
Patrice
(36 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Tessa Allen | ... |
Hannah Hansen
(29 episodes, 2001-2002)
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| George Newbern | ... |
Owen Frank
(21 episodes, 2002)
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| Alex D. Linz | ... |
Pete Calcatera
(21 episodes, 2001-2002)
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| Leslie Silva | ... |
Dr. Helen Reynolds
(18 episodes, 1999)
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| Jon Hamm | ... |
Burt Ridley
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(18 episodes, 2000-2001)
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Hope Cruickshank | ... |
Hannah Hansen
(16 episodes, 2000-2001)
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Tess Cruickshank | ... |
Hannah Hansen
(16 episodes, 2000-2001)
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| Tom Verica | ... |
Kyle Moran
(13 episodes, 1999)
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Matt Champagne | ... |
Leo
(10 episodes, 2002)
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Jason Peirce | ... |
Tommy
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(10 episodes, 2000-2001)
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| Jeffrey Nordling | ... |
Dr. David Baylor
(10 episodes, 2002)
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| Mary Stein | ... |
Gerda
(10 episodes, 2002)
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| Angela Featherstone | ... |
Andi Paulsen
(9 episodes, 2000)
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| Scott Thompson | ... |
Elliot Anderman
(9 episodes, 2001)
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| Denis Arndt | ... |
Dr. Bill Augustine
(9 episodes, 2002)
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| Steven Eckholdt | ... |
Congressman Joe Connelly
(9 episodes, 2001)
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Rosario Gru | ... |
Young Syd
(9 episodes, 1999-2002)
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Dan Montgomery Jr. | ... |
Phil Sutton
(9 episodes, 2001-2002)
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| Tom Cavanagh | ... |
Doug Boyce
(8 episodes, 1999-2000)
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| Cress Williams | ... |
Dr. Sam Magala
(8 episodes, 2001-2002)
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| Marcia Strassman | ... |
Meredith
(8 episodes, 2001-2002)
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| Helen Eigenberg | ... |
Nurse Denhart
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(8 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Patrick Fabian | ... |
Jerry Kaufman
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(7 episodes, 1999-2002)
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| Josh Daugherty | ... |
Charlie Abbott
(7 episodes, 1999-2000)
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| Nicki Aycox | ... |
Lily Gallagher
(7 episodes, 1999)
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| Cristine Rose | ... |
Cynthia Blake
(7 episodes, 1999-2000)
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| Rob Estes | ... |
John Hemming
(7 episodes, 2000)
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| Isabella Hofmann | ... |
Dr. Renee Dunseith
(7 episodes, 2001-2002)
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| Michael Reilly Burke | ... |
Brady Pullman
(6 episodes, 1999)
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| Kelly Perine | ... |
Reggie
(6 episodes, 2000-2001)
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| Nicole Paggi | ... |
Britney
(6 episodes, 2002)
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| Eric Bruskotter | ... |
Richie
(5 episodes, 1999)
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| Robert Cicchini | ... |
Alex Mendoza
(5 episodes, 1999-2000)
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| Mickey Toft | ... |
Pete Calcatera
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(5 episodes, 2001)
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| Gildart Jackson | ... |
Jackson Palmer
(5 episodes, 2002)
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| Andy Comeau | ... |
Art
(5 episodes, 2002)
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| Ed Begley Jr. | ... |
Chuck Chance
(5 episodes, 2000)
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| Stephanie Meade | ... |
Nurse
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(5 episodes, 1999-2000)
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| CeCe Wilck | ... |
Nurse
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(5 episodes, 2000-2002)
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Kyme | ... |
Caroline
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(5 episodes, 2000-2002)
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| Michelle Wolff | ... |
Michelle
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(5 episodes, 2000-2002)
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Production Companies
Distributors
- National Broadcasting Company (NBC) (2002) (United States) (tv)
- CNBC-e (2003) (Turkey) (tv)
- CanWest Global Communications (Canada)
- FEM3 (2013) (Hungary) (tv) (re-release)
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) (2001) (World-wide) (tv)
- Radio Télévision Belge Francophone (RTBF) (Belgium) (tv)
Special Effects
- Stargate Studios (visual effects)
Other Companies
- Central Casting (extras casting)
- Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment (cranes and dollies)
- Cinepool (grip and lighting equipment)
- Direct Tools & Fasteners (expendables)
- Hollywood Caterers (catering)
- MFX (visual effects)
- Movie Movers (cast trailers)
- Sabron Payroll Services (payroll: orchestra)
- Studio Animal Services (animals)
- Transportation Resources (transportation equipment)
Storyline
| Plot Summary |
Dr. Sydney Hansen, a successful plastic surgeon in Hollywood, California, quits her private practice and returns to her hometown in Providence, Rhode Island after the sudden death of her controlling, demanding mother Lynda, in order to keep her dysfunctional family together with a little help and advice from Lynda who gives advice from beyond the grave in helping Sydney deal with her new career as a doctor for the local free clinic and dealing with her distracted veterinarian father Jim, her mixed-up sister Joanie, and younger brother Robbie, a small-time hustler. Written by Matthew Patay |
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| Taglines | Syd came home for a saner life. Did we mention she talks to the dead? See more » |
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Did You Know?
| Trivia | Like The Bradys (1990), Providence was originally intended to be a short run mid-season filler. It proved so popular, additional episodes were ordered and it went on to become a successful series. See more » |
| Movie Connections | Referenced in David Cross: The Pride Is Back (1999). See more » |
| Soundtracks | In My Life See more » |
| Quotes |
Lynda Hansen:
How did I let your sister talk me into that color? Sydney Hansen: Well, it is Joanie's wedding. Lynda Hansen: No, dear, it's my wedding. She's just the bride. See more » |