The Good Doctor
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Overview
Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join a prestigious hospital surgical unit. Alone in the world and unable to personally connect with those around him, Shaun uses his extraordinary medical gifts to save lives and challenge the skepticism of his colleagues.
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David Shore
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About The Good Doctor (2017)
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Overview
The Good Doctor (2017) is a Drama series from United States. The series spans 7 seasons and was produced primarily in English.
What it's about
Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join a prestigious hospital surgical unit. Alone in the world and unable to personally connect with those around him, Shaun uses his extraordinary medical gifts to save lives and challenge the skepticism of his colleagues.
Cast and crew
The series stars Freddie Highmore, Richard Schiff, and Hill Harper in supporting roles. Writing credits go to David Shore, whose work establishes the story structure and dialogue throughout.
Critical reception
On IMDb, The Good Doctor holds a rating of 8/10 based on 125,528 user votes. Notable recognition: 7 wins & 30 nominations total. These numbers place The Good Doctor within the broader landscape of Drama television from 2017, giving viewers a benchmark before deciding to watch.
Where to watch
The Good Doctor is currently available to stream with a subscription on Hulu. It can also be rented or purchased digitally through Fandango at Home, Amazon, and AppleTV. Streaming rights move between platforms regularly, so the providers shown above reflect current availability based on the most recent data we have on file.
Why The Good Doctor is worth knowing
If you enjoy Drama television, The Good Doctor offers a representative example of the genre's conventions and storytelling style. As a 2017 release, it sits within a specific moment in television history, making it a useful reference point for understanding how drama evolved during that period. Performances from Freddie Highmore and Richard Schiff are central to the work, and tracking their broader filmographies can lead to other titles you may want to add to your watchlist. Use VidScio to identify scenes, find related series, and keep The Good Doctor on your watchlist for later.
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