Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
GoodToKnow
GoodToKnow
Lifestyle
Lucy Wigley

Malpractice ending explained: What happened in the finale of the ITV medical drama?

NIAMH ALGAR as Dr Lucinda Edwards in Malpractice

Viewers have already made their way through all 5 episodes of the intense drama, and have some questions about the Malpractice ending. 

Malpractice exploded onto the ITV viewing schedule on April 23, quickly drawing in viewers with its complex and pertinent narratives. Written by former NHS Doctor Grace Ofori-Attah, the series shines an important light on the overworked and underfunded conditions placed on current healthcare professionals, and the potential impact this can have on patients in their care. Closely following a fictional malpractice allegation made against a hospital when a young overdose victim dies, the subsequent investigation had viewers on the edge of their seats. Malpractice filmed in a disused office, where a meticulously recreated hospital environment added to the show's authenticity. Read on for a full explanation of the series' ending, and the implications for the characters. 

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.