---
title: "Diagnosis: Unknown"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/diagnosis-unknown-1960"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 32060
imdb_id: "tt0053498"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 9
runtime_minutes: 60
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 2
content_rating: "TV-PG"
---

# Diagnosis: Unknown (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/diagnosis-unknown-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Diagnosis: Unknown is an American medical drama that aired on the CBS television network. The series was broadcast during the summer of 1960, with its run spanning from July 5 to September 20. Produced by Bob Banner, the program occupied the Tuesday night time slot from 10 to 11 p.m. It served as a summer replacement for the variety program titled The Garry Moore Show. Categorized as a drama, the show also incorporates elements of the crime and documentary genres. While the series is documented in various industry databases, it remains a distinct production within the landscape of television history for its specific scheduling as a summer fill-in. The program is recognized for its focus on medical themes presented within a dramatic framework. The production credits for the series are associated with Bob Banner, who oversaw the development of the show during its brief tenure on the air. These details represent the verified broadcast history and production context for this television series as recorded in historical archives and entertainment databases.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Cineverse, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Cineverse | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: James A. Bank, Alan Woods
- **Networks / Studios**: CBS

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Patrick O'Neal** as *Dr. Daniel Coffee*
- **Phyllis Newman**
- **Chester Morris**
- **Martin Huston**
- **Cal Bellini**
- **Louis Zorich**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Diagnosis: Unknown online?
Diagnosis: Unknown is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Diagnosis: Unknown worth watching?
Diagnosis: Unknown holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 2 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How many seasons and episodes are in Diagnosis: Unknown, and how long does it take to binge?
Diagnosis: Unknown spans 1 season and 9 total episodes. A complete watch takes approximately 9 hours (at an average of 60 minutes per episode).

### Q: Which episodes of Diagnosis: Unknown are essential mytharc vs. filler?
Our interactive episode classifier tags all episodes of Diagnosis: Unknown by narrative importance: Crucial Mytharc (season premieres, finales, and canon turning points), Character Core, and Side Quest / Filler. Use our interactive checklist above to filter out standalone detours.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Diagnosis: Unknown — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/32060)
- [Diagnosis: Unknown (TV Series 1960) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053498/fullcredits/)
- [Diagnosis: Unknown - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diagnosis:_Unknown)
- [Diagnosis: Unknown (TV Series 1960) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/32060-diagnosis-unknown/cast)
- [Diagnosis: Unknown (1960) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/show/diagnosis-unknown/credits)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*