🎬 The Premise
Released in 1979, The Incredible Journey of Doctor Meg Laurel enters the Drama genre with a narrative focused on
A big-city female doctor returns to her roots in the backwoods of the Blue Ridge Mountains to bring modern medicine to the local folks in the Appalachia of the 1930s and finds herself at odds with the homespun ways of the resident medicine woman.
Under the direction of Guy Green, the film attempts to weave detailed character arcs with visual storytelling.
🎭 Cast & Performance
The film is anchored by performances from Lindsay Wagner, Jane Wyman, Dorothy McGuire.
While the cast delivers competent performances, the script occasionally limits their range.
🎥 Technical Aspects & Direction
From a technical standpoint, The Incredible Journey of Doctor Meg Laurel offers a
competent presentation. The cinematography aligns well with the tone,
though the pacing during its 145-minute runtime can feel deliberate.
📺 Where to Watch
As of January 2026, The Incredible Journey of Doctor Meg Laurel is available in theaters worldwide.
For streaming audiences in the US and UK, look for availability on major platforms roughly 45 days after the theatrical release.
Check your local listings for specific showtimes.
📝 Final Thoughts
With an audience rating of 6/10, the reception has been divisive.
For fans of Drama, TV Movie, Adventure, it serves as a
skippable entry unless you go in with lowered expectations.