Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (2004)
Kernel Score: 88% · 175 ratings
Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2004-01-29
Seasons: 1 · 6 episodes
Where to watch Garth Marenghi's Darkplace
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Pluto TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
When the Hellmouth opens beneath Darkplace Hospital in downtown Romford, kiddy doctor, Vietnam veteran and ex-warlock Dr. Rick Dagless M.D. is the only man who can close it. Joined by best buddy Dr. Lucien Sanchez, fiery hospital boss Thornton Reed, and woman Liz Asher, Dagless must fight the forces of Darkness while dealing with the burden of day-to-day admin. From the chilling pen of best-selling horror writer Garth Marenghi comes this lost masterpiece of televisual terror. Dare you enter Garth's Darkplace?
Garth Marenghi's Darkplace parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Garth Marenghi's Darkplace is a British horror-comedy parody with spoofy 1980s-style scares and dark humor.
- Violence & scariness: Some — As a horror-spoof series, mock-scary and horror-themed content appears in a comedic, non-graphic way.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Matthew Holness as Garth Marenghi / Dr. Rick Dagless M.D.
- Matt Berry as Todd Rivers / Dr. Lucien Sanchez
- Richard Ayoade as Dean Learner / Thornton Reed
- Alice Lowe as Madeleine Wool / Liz Asher
Garth Marenghi's Darkplace FAQ
Is Garth Marenghi's Darkplace good?
Garth Marenghi's Darkplace has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 175 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Garth Marenghi's Darkplace?
In the US you can stream Garth Marenghi's Darkplace on Prime Video and watch it free with ads on Pluto TV.
Is Garth Marenghi's Darkplace OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Garth Marenghi's Darkplace is a British horror-comedy parody with spoofy 1980s-style scares and dark humor.
What shows are like Garth Marenghi's Darkplace?
If you liked Garth Marenghi's Darkplace, try The Mighty Boosh, Ghosts, Ash vs Evil Dead and Gyeongseong Creature.