The Interns

Four young medical interns try to find their footing in a busy hospital where every shift brings a new misunderstanding, awkward romance, or procedural snafu. Their mentor, the blunt and authoritative Andrey Evgen'evich Bykov, pushes them hard while offering unexpected guidance, and the supporting staff add color and chaos to the wards. Episodes trade on quick jokes, workplace rivalries, and the contrast between idealism and everyday reality, with characters like Gleb Romanenko, Semyon Lobanov, Ivan Kupitman, and Lyubov Scryabina supplying both comic relief and heart. The show stays light, focusing on character interactions and situational humor without revealing major plot twists.

Released in 2010, The Interns was created by Vyacheslav Dusmukhametov and Aleksey Zyuzin and stars Ivan Okhlobystin in the role of mentor Andrey Bykov, supported by a young ensemble cast.

The series did not receive major international awards or high-profile nominations, though it gained enough attention at home to keep its main actors in the public eye and lead to further television work for several cast members.

Within Russian TV comedy, The Interns helped normalize medical workplace sitcoms and introduced a set of memorable character types that other shows echoed. It raised the profiles of performers like Okhlobystin and Svetlana Permyakova, and many viewers remember the show's blend of slapstick and office-style satire.

Audience ratings are generally positive, with a vote average of 6.9 out of 10 from 110 votes, reflecting steady fan affection rather than universal acclaim. Critics tended to note the strong ensemble chemistry and the show's willingness to lampoon hospital bureaucracy while keeping episodes playful. Major themes include mentorship, professional awkwardness, friendship under pressure, and the contrast between idealistic interns and an imperfect system.