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3 lbs.

  • TV Series
  • 2006
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
453
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3 lbs. (2006)
Medical DramaDrama

An arrogant neurosurgeon takes on a new partner.An arrogant neurosurgeon takes on a new partner.An arrogant neurosurgeon takes on a new partner.

  • Creator
    • Peter Ocko
  • Stars
    • Ken Wharton
    • Mark Feuerstein
    • Armando Riesco
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    453
    YOUR RATING
    • Creator
      • Peter Ocko
    • Stars
      • Ken Wharton
      • Mark Feuerstein
      • Armando Riesco
    • 12User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Ken Wharton
    • Hospital Administrator
    • 2006
    Mark Feuerstein
    Mark Feuerstein
    • Dr. Jonathan Seger
    • 2006
    Armando Riesco
    Armando Riesco
    • Dr. Tom Flores
    • 2006
    Stanley Tucci
    Stanley Tucci
    • Dr. Douglas Hanson
    • 2006
    Indira Varma
    Indira Varma
    • Dr. Adrianne Holland
    • 2006
    Zabryna Guevara
    Zabryna Guevara
    • Melania Ortiz
    • 2006
    Addison Timlin
    Addison Timlin
    • Charlotte Hanson
    • 2006
    Cynthia Nixon
    Cynthia Nixon
    • Dr. Karin Hanson
    • 2006
    Malachi Weir
    Malachi Weir
    • Eddie
    • 2006
    Cyrus Farmer
    Cyrus Farmer
    • Isaiah
    • 2006
    Jennifer Ferrin
    Jennifer Ferrin
    • Penny Marx
    • 2006
    Griffin Dunne
    Griffin Dunne
    • Dr. Jerry Cole
    • 2006
    Petrea Burchard
    Petrea Burchard
    • O.R. Nurse
    • 2006
    Molly Bryant
    Molly Bryant
    • Nurse Joanne
    • 2006
    Eleanor Seigler
    Eleanor Seigler
    • Nurse Melissa
    • 2006
    Max Arciniega
    Max Arciniega
    • Jose
    • 2006
    Liz Burnette
    Liz Burnette
    • Anesthesiologist
    • 2006
    Ashlie Atkinson
    Ashlie Atkinson
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    • 2006
    • Creator
      • Peter Ocko
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    4AmsterdamReprobate

    Too Derivative Of House, M.D.

    I watched the pilot and noticed more than a few similarities between 3 lbs and House, M.D.. Tucci's character is brilliant but socially inept out of choice, similar to Laurie's character House, but without the acerbic wit that Laurie brings to House. Meanwhile, Tucci's 'straight guy', the emphatic doctor Seger, is not developed into a more interesting character, like the fallible 'straight guys' Cuddy and Wilson. Indira Varma's character Adrienne Holland is too similar to Jennifer Morrison's doctor Cameron to be a co-incidence.

    Someone at CBS obviously noticed the success of House, M.D. and told his staff to get him (her) a similar show, hoping that mimicry would prove successful. However, copying a show like House demands the same high level balance of wit and suspense and Tucci and company are just not up to the challenge.

    I didn't know the show was canceled until I read the comments on IMDb, but it doesn't come as a surprise to me.
    8walter-heape

    It's Cancelled? How Disappointing...

    I thought the pilot was beautifully done. The story of the young violinist's struggle to get her dexterity back was extremely touching and the episode was lavishly filmed. Stanley Tucci's character was well fleshed out and full of contradictions. I was eager to watch as Tucci and Feuerstein learned from each other and grew as characters. I will admit that subsequent episodes failed to pack the punch that the pilot did but I felt the show held a lot of promise. It really is a shame they are canceling it. The show was entertaining and educational. Simply put: fascinating. It's truly a shame they're canceling it in light of some of the other less interesting medical dramas that exist out there.
    10annieoklieCerrillos

    Love this Smart, Excellent, Well written show

    WHAT Was CBS thinking by canceling this excellent show? hope they bring it back and fast! the characters are interesting, the situations are very educational and keep your attention. a lot of people out there have brain tumors and other brain injuries, it's something that is very common, and as show this fun and interesting and educational all at once is a rarity. of all the MD shows on the TV today, this breath of fresh air is really wonderful. i sure hope everyone who has enjoyed this short lived show will write CBS and write here and see if it can't come back. just too much junk out there, and we sure were excited that there was a new show.
    10Christywmm

    Why is it being canceled?

    I love it. Why are they canceling it? The characters are strong and unique. The story lines are both inside and outside the box or the norm. This is not a dry uninteresting hospital show. There are characters you like and those who you do not. But even the bad or cold characters show some patient caring, not like Dr. House on House. There is even some time spent giving the characters a social life. This however does not take away from the theme of the show, brain study and surgery. The pace of the show is fast and interesting. Along with being entertained by the show, I have also learned interesting facts about brain.
    10Liz333

    I agree with Annie

    I totally agree with Annie from N.Mexico...what is wrong at CBS, when they don't give a show of this caliber a chance???? I will say that an earlier time slot, say 9:00pm would be a better choice, as many people I've spoken to are in my age group (50+). This is a huge audience for intelligent writing with heart. I personally know someone in my own family who related to the "Heart Stopping" episode and he appreciated the exploration of that subject. This is a new field being explored in a medical show...not to mention Stanley Tucci's beautiful and multi-layered performance, that alone worth watching, along with newer talent. Let's let CBS know that they made a mistake!!!!

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    • Trivia
      Only 5 out of 8 episodes aired on CBS.
    • Quotes

      Dr. Douglas Hanson: Why do you do this Seger?

      Dr. Jonathan Seger: Care?

      Dr. Douglas Hanson: Oh stop, that's too easy. No, try to put yourself in their shoes?

      Dr. Jonathan Seger: Oh, because fourth year I took a seminar entitled "Putting Yourself in Their Shoes".

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    • Release date
      • November 14, 2006 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • 3 Фунти
    • Filming locations
      • Between 93rd and 95th, Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
    • Production company
      • The Levinson / Fontana Company
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    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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