The Good Doctor

Name: The Good Doctor
Genre: Drama
Released: 2017-09-25
Cast: Freddie Highmore, Fiona Gubelmann, Will Yun Lee, Christina Chang, Paige Spara

2017 | 7 seasons | Drama

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Audiences adore it (8.4 out of 10) and it drew a huge audience over 7 seasons, though it had middling reviews (63% on Rotten Tomatoes). A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama. Audiences love it more than critics do: a crowd-pleaser first.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: 7 seasons and 126 episodes: a long-haul commitment.
What might put you off: A big time investment at 7 seasons.
Critics were cooler on it than audiences.

Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join a prestigious hospital's surgical unit. Unable to personally connect with those around him, Shaun uses his extraordinary medical gifts to save lives and challenge the skepticism of his colleagues.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
63% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesVery strong
8.4 out of 10
AwardsStrong
Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Humanitas Prize. Also nominated for 1 more Golden Globe and 3 Critics' Choice Awards. Plus 5 other awards.
Reach & staying powerVery strong
Ran for 7 seasons and reached a huge audience; spent 8 weeks in Netflix's global Top 10; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 1.4 million people sought it out in the past year