Nurse Jackie is an American medical comedy-drama series that follows Jackie Peyton, a strong-willed but deeply flawed emergency room nurse working at the fictional All Saints Hospital in New York City. The series portrays Jackie’s struggles balancing the intense demands of her job while battling a secret addiction to painkillers. She leads a complicated personal life, including a marriage, two daughters, an affair with the hospital pharmacist who supplies her with drugs, all while trying to maintain the care and well-being of her patients. The show explores themes of addiction, relapse, and the duality of Jackie's character—her selfishness and selflessness. It also highlights the challenges nurses face daily and delves into her relationships with colleagues, friends, and family, portraying both comedy and drama. The series was acclaimed for its realistic portrayal of addiction and excellent acting, particularly by Edie Falco as Jackie.
