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Harold Shipman: Doctor Death is a 2002 ITV television drama about the life and crimes of serial killer Harold Shipman. Starring James Bolam in the role of Shipman, the programme was directed by Roger Bamford and written by Michael Eaton. It was broadcast on 9 July 2002, and attracted a viewing audience of 7.37 million. The programme was released on DVD on 15 July 2013 by Strawberry Media, in association with ITV.

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Crime drama
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The Harold Shipman Murders
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Michael Eaton
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Roger Bamford
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James Bolam
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Deborah Norton
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Peter Penry-Jones
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Debbie Wiseman
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United Kingdom
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English
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1
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Nick Finnis
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120 minutes
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Yorkshire Television
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ITV Studios
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ITV
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9 July 2002 (2002-07-09)
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  • John Hurt was offered the title role but declined because he thought the project was distasteful.

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