Man Down (Holby City)

Man Down is an episode of the British medical drama television series Holby City. It is the 23rd episode of the show's 21st series and was first broadcast on BBC One on 2 April 2019. The episode was written by Andy Bayliss and directed by Steve Brett.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The episode focuses on the character Xavier Duval, a registrar at Holby City Hospital. Xavier, also known as "Zav," is involved in a dramatic storyline that sees him trying to protect his colleague, Donna Jackson, from a dangerous situation. The episode also explores Zav's relationship with his girlfriend, Meena Chowdhury, and his ongoing rivalry with fellow registrar Cameron Dunn.

Characters[edit | edit source]

Xavier Duval - A registrar at Holby City Hospital.
Donna Jackson - A senior staff nurse at Holby City Hospital.
Meena Chowdhury - Zav's girlfriend and a junior doctor.
Cameron Dunn - A registrar and Zav's rival.

Production[edit | edit source]

Holby City is produced by BBC Studios and has been on air since 1999. The series is set in the fictional Holby City Hospital and follows the lives of medical and ancillary staff. The show is a spin-off from the long-running medical drama Casualty.

Reception[edit | edit source]

The episode received positive reviews from critics and fans of the show. The performances of the cast, particularly Marcus Griffiths as Xavier Duval, were praised for their emotional depth and intensity.