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Dive into the fast-paced lives, careers of first responders with Disney+ Hotstar 

5 new releases of the best medical and crime dramas you don’t want to miss on Disney+ Hotstar

Updated 2 years ago · Published on 21 Oct 2021 6:00PM

Dive into the fast-paced lives, careers of first responders with Disney+ Hotstar 
'Tokyo MER' on Disney+ Hotstar. – Disney pic, October 21, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR – Whether you’re looking to witness the heroism of a firefighter risking their lives to save others, or watch a policewoman bring justice to a victim of a crime, a wide array of your favourite medical and crime dramas is now available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar. 

As one of the most popular sub-genres of television, medical and crime shows give viewers a peek into the careers of our first responders, spiced up with complicated relationships and conflicts in their personal lives. 

Here are five new releases of the best medical and crime dramas you don’t want to miss on Disney+ Hotstar. 

Tokyo MER 

'Tokyo MER', or Tokyo Mobile Emergency Room, features a group of emergency care professionals who are willing to go to great lengths to treat patients right at the sites of dangerous accidents and disasters – all using their trusty ER car equipped with the latest medical devices and a large operating area.

With so many brilliant medical professionals in one place, what happens when two doctors with opposing ideologies and beliefs are made to work together? Find out at the premiere of this Japanese medical drama on October 27, streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar. 

'9-1-1'. – Disney pic
'9-1-1'. – Disney pic

9-1-1 Season 5

Follow the lives of paramedics, firefighters, and cops in this action-packed season of '9-1-1'. From a cybersecurity threat bringing down the entire air-traffic control system, to a massive city-wide blackout that wreaks havoc on every corner, there’s never a dull moment in the business of saving lives. 

'The Resident'. – Disney pic
'The Resident'. – Disney pic

The Resident Season 5 

Renewed for a fifth season, 'The Resident' continues to shine a light on the daily heroism of today’s healthcare workers. The series follows a group of doctors and nurses at Chastain Memorial Hospital, particularly Dr Conrad Hawkins, a tough but brilliant senior resident, as they navigate the ins and outs of their personal and professional lives. 

'Grey's Anatomy'. – Disney pic
'Grey's Anatomy'. – Disney pic

Grey's Anatomy Season 18 

Back for its highly anticipated 18th season, long-time 'Grey’s Anatomy' fans can expect to see their favourite doctors back at the hospital, including the return of Dr Addison Montgomery, played by Kate Walsh, who’s been away from the role for almost a decade. This season, expect to get a glimpse into what the fictional post-Covid-19 world looks like, mixed with just the right amount of the classic twists and turns that we all know and love.

'Station 19'. – Disney pic
'Station 19'. – Disney pic

Station 19 Season 5 

Can’t get enough of the chaos? Disney+ Hotstar has got you covered. As a spinoff of the iconic 'Grey’s Anatomy', viewers can expect to see these brave firefighters work together with the smartest doctors at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital in their efforts to save lives. Catch the firefighters in action when you stream new episodes of Station 19 every Friday on Disney+ Hotstar. 

Get started with your medical and crime drama marathon on Disney+ Hotstar here.

Malaysians can subscribe to the service at DisneyPlusHotstar.my or via the Disney+ Hotstar app on Android and iOS devices, for RM54.90 for three months. 

Access Disney+ Hotstar on Astro at incredible deals. Astro Movies Pack customers (CH411 – CH416) must activate via astro.com.my/Disney to start streaming Disney+ Hotstar. – The Vibes, October 21, 2021

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