Hugh Laurie went out of his way last month to defend House by comparing it to Bach and the blues, which is the kind of thing actors only do when their old show is having a renaissance. ER’s HBO comeback, The Pitt picking up its first Emmy buzz, and Grey’s running into its third decade have all kept medical dramas firmly in the streaming conversation. We tested eight Android apps that actually carry the heavyweight medical-drama catalogue in 2026, ranked them by depth and price, and noted which ones are free.
What to look for in a medical drama streaming app
A few things matter beyond raw catalogue size. Episode order and season completeness are non-negotiable for a marathon. Some streamers cut older episodes that aged badly, or hold one season back as a “premium add-on.” Picture quality varies wildly: House and ER were shot on film but mastered for SD broadcast, so the upscale matters. Offline downloads on Android save data when you’re commuting. And the free-vs-paid split decides which medical drama you’ll actually finish — a free Tubi run of House is cheaper than a Peacock subscription if Peacock is the only thing you’d use it for.
Quick comparison
| App | Best for | Platforms | Free plan | Starting price/mo | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulu | Grey’s Anatomy, ER, Scrubs | Android, iOS, Web, TV | Trial | About $10 ad-supported | 4.4 Play Store |
| Max | The Pitt, ER (selected) | Android, iOS, Web, TV | Trial | About $10 ad-supported | 4.3 |
| Peacock | House M.D., classic NBC catalogue | Android, iOS, Web, TV | Trial only | About $8 | 4.4 |
| Netflix | Mid-2000s and Korean medical | Android, iOS, Web, TV | Trial varies | About $7 ad-supported | 4.5 |
| Disney+ | Grey’s Anatomy in some regions | Android, iOS, Web, TV | Trial | About $10 ad-supported | 4.5 |
| Pluto TV | Free live channels of older shows | Android, iOS, Web, TV | Yes (ad-supported) | Free | 4.5 |
| Tubi | Free Korean and US medical | Android, iOS, Web, TV | Yes (ad-supported) | Free | 4.6 |
| Amazon Prime Video | Variable rentals plus included | Android, iOS, Web, TV | With Prime | About $9 with Prime | 4.5 |
The apps
1. Hulu, Best for Grey’s Anatomy, ER, and Scrubs
Hulu owns the most-complete medical-drama back catalogue in the US. Every season of Grey’s Anatomy as it airs. Every season of ER, intact. Every season of Scrubs. Plus MAS*H, House (via licensing deal), and a steady rotation of newer titles. The Android app handles offline downloads on the ad-free tier, and resume-watching works cleanly across devices.
Where it falls short: US-only. The cheap tier shows ads even on pause. Some seasons require add-ons.
Pricing:
- Free: 30-day trial in some regions
- Paid: About $10 ad-supported, $19 ad-free
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: Hulu is the deepest medical-drama catalogue in the US, full stop.
2. Max, Best for The Pitt and select ER seasons
Max carries The Pitt (the Noah Wyle-led HBO Original that picked up where ER left off) along with a rotating selection of classic ER seasons. The Android app is solid and supports HDR on the right hardware. The Pitt’s picture quality is the best on any streamer because Max gets the HBO master.
Where it falls short: Catalogue rotates more than Hulu. Doesn’t carry Grey’s Anatomy.
Pricing:
- Free: Trial
- Paid: About $10 ad-supported, $17 ad-free
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: Pick Max if The Pitt is on your list. The classic-ER seasons are a bonus.
3. Peacock, Best for House M.D. (in the US)
Peacock holds House M.D. on the cheapest paid tier in the US. All eight seasons, intact, with the original soundtrack. Picture quality is the cleanest available because Peacock licenses the same master Universal made for international syndication. The Android app handles offline downloads.
Where it falls short: No free tier. Catalogue outside House is shallower than Hulu’s.
Pricing:
- Free: Trial
- Paid: About $8 ad-supported, $14 ad-free
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Xbox
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: The cheapest paid path to all of House.
4. Netflix, Best for Korean medical and 2000s catalogue
Netflix is the home of the K-drama medical wave (Doctor Slump, Doctor Stranger, Resident Playbook) and carries a rotating set of US medical shows (mid-2000s seasons of Grey’s Anatomy in some markets, all of Virgin River). The Android app is the most polished on this list. Offline downloads are generous.
Where it falls short: US medical catalogue rotates. Newest Grey’s seasons may sit on Hulu in the US.
Pricing:
- Free: Limited trial in some regions
- Paid: About $7 ad-supported, $16 ad-free
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: The right pick for K-drama medical or as a second streamer.
5. Disney+, Best for Grey’s Anatomy outside the US
Disney+ holds Grey’s Anatomy in many international markets, along with Station 19. The Android app has improved through 2025 and now supports 4K downloads on the right tier. Offline support is solid.
Where it falls short: No Grey’s in the US (it’s on Hulu instead). Catalogue depth is shallower than Hulu’s.
Pricing:
- Free: Trial
- Paid: About $10 ad-supported, $14 ad-free
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: Outside the US, Disney+ is where Grey’s lives.
6. Pluto TV, Best for free live channels
Pluto TV runs free, ad-supported live channels themed around specific medical dramas. The House channel runs House M.D. 24/7 in supported regions. The Grey’s channel runs Grey’s. No sign-up wall. Picture quality is broadcast SD upscaled.
Where it falls short: No on-demand control. You watch what the channel is showing.
Pricing:
- Free: Yes, fully ad-supported
- Paid: No paid tier
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: The free-and-no-signup choice. Background TV, sorted.
7. Tubi, Best for free Korean and US medical
Tubi runs a deeper free catalogue than Pluto, including selected on-demand episodes of older medical shows and a strong K-drama medical lineup. The Android app is light and the sign-up is optional. Ad load is heavier than Peacock’s paid tier but lighter than Pluto’s live channels.
Where it falls short: Selection is patchy. Catalogue depth varies by region.
Pricing:
- Free: Yes, fully ad-supported
- Paid: No paid tier
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: The best free on-demand source if you live in the US.
8. Amazon Prime Video, Best for the included rotation
Amazon Prime Video rotates medical content between “included with Prime” and per-title rentals. Use the “Included with Prime” filter to avoid pay-per-episode surprises. The Android app handles offline downloads on included titles.
Where it falls short: The rental-vs-included split is confusing. Catalogue depth is shallow.
Pricing:
- Free: With Prime trial
- Paid: About $9 included with Prime, plus per-title rentals
Platforms: Android, iOS, Web, Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV
Download: Aptoide · Google Play
Bottom line: Useful if you already pay for Prime, marginal otherwise.
How to pick the right one
If you want one app that covers the largest US medical-drama catalogue, Hulu. If you want House at the cheapest paid tier, Peacock. If The Pitt is your main interest, Max. If you live outside the US and want Grey’s, Disney+. If you want free background TV, Pluto TV. For free on-demand, Tubi. Add Netflix for K-dramas. Skip Amazon Prime Video unless you already have Prime.
FAQ
Where can I watch House M.D. for free?
Pluto TV runs a free House M.D. channel in supported regions. Tubi has selected episodes on-demand in the US. Both are ad-supported.
Is Grey’s Anatomy still adding seasons?
Yes. Grey’s Anatomy is still in active production. New seasons land on Hulu in the US and Disney+ in most international markets.
What medical drama do most people recommend?
The reddit consensus has been Scrubs (on Hulu), House M.D. (on Peacock), and ER (rotating between Max and Hulu). Recent Emmy buzz has pushed The Pitt onto the same shortlist.
Can I watch The Pitt without HBO?
The Pitt streams on Max, which is HBO’s streaming service. There is no other legal way to stream The Pitt outside Max in most regions.
