The One Show was thrown into chaos on Thursday as Martin Clunes swore live on air during a discussion about the US remake of Doc Martin
19:39, 25 Jun 2026Updated 19:50, 25 Jun 2026
The One Show was thrown into chaos (Image: BBC)
The One Show host Roman Kemp rushed to issue an apology after a guest used profanity during the live broadcast.
The programme returned on Thursday, June 25, with Roman accompanying Alex Jones on the sofa.
They welcomed visitors Kate Humble, Ben Fogle and Martin Clunes to the show, before proceedings descended into disorder.
The Doc Martin star had been discussing the American adaptation of the cherished programme featuring Josh Charles in the principal role.
Following a preview clip being shown, Martin was questioned about Josh’s interpretation of portraying the cantankerous doctor, reports the Mirror.
He responded: “He’s completely done his own thing, much nicer than me, less awkward and abrasive… he’s warm and better-looking.”
Roman Kemp and Alex Jones hosted The One Show(Image: BBC)
Martin then reacted to a scene he’d just witnessed from the preview, stating: “I was just looking at that bit… they wouldn’t let me call the dog the son of a b***h, which I thought was funny.”
As the studio burst into laughter, Roman hurried to apologise, declaring: “I have to apologise quickly.”
Alex playfully reprimanded Martin, remarking: “You’ve been on a hundred times!”
Martin Clunes dropped an expletive on The One Show(Image: BBC)
Martin then turned to Ben, contending: “He’s a vet… it’s a female dog!”
Continuing about the programme, Martin proceeded to address the show’s future, revealing: “They’re going again, they’re doing another series.”
The Good Wife actor Josh will be starring in Best Medicine, with Sky previously teasing: “A US remake of UK television favourite Doc Martin, Best Medicine is a heartwarming new comedy-drama about a physician who moves to a small coastal town in the hopes of a quiet life.
“Dr Martin Best packs up his surgical career in Boston, Massachusetts and heads to start a new life as a physician in the coastal fishing town of Port Wenn in Maine. His aunt, a local lobster merchant, is nearby, and his new private practice is perfect for a simple life. Or so he thinks.
Martin Clunes is best known for his role as Doc Martin(Image: ITV)
“Soon he’s introduced to Port Wenn’s community, filled with quirky but loving characters with no end of ailments for him to figure out and diagnose. However, as someone who is quite introverted and likes to keep himself to himself, he struggles with the adjustment.
“He’s also got a huge blood phobia – which doesn’t help his abilities as a doctor who may need to tend to wounds from time to time.
“But behind his brusque attitude and no-nonsense approach to a bedside manner, Dr Martin hides his own personal pain that he is hiding from the world which explains why he is the way he is. Will this little town bring him out of his shell?”
The One Show airs weekdays at 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer.