The Good Doctor

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Season 1
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 25, 2017
Season #: 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 133 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 106 out of 133
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 133
  3. Negative: 17 out of 133
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  1. PeteyFlip
    Sep 26, 2017
    10
    I was really looking forward to this show. After watching the first episode I CAN'T WAIT to see more! It's great acting with the perfect blend of awkwardness and genius and emotion. It's going to be a phenomenal series. I could see it going as far as House did.
  2. Mgrasso99
    Oct 3, 2017
    10
    This show is great. I feel like this could be as good as House...love that when it was on. I wasn't sure I was going to like the concept but it was really well done.
  3. gay-boy-forever
    Oct 5, 2017
    10
    what a wonderful show, with such a GREAT story. David Shore has always been my favorite TV Show Creator, from House, to this, he is truly AMAZING! Freddie Highmore (Bates Motel/August Rush/ Charlie And The Chocolate Factory) plays the role of Shaun to a "T". Freddie Highmore, not only deserves to have the show Renewed for 2 additional seasons, but, an Emmy-Award WIN for his outstandingwhat a wonderful show, with such a GREAT story. David Shore has always been my favorite TV Show Creator, from House, to this, he is truly AMAZING! Freddie Highmore (Bates Motel/August Rush/ Charlie And The Chocolate Factory) plays the role of Shaun to a "T". Freddie Highmore, not only deserves to have the show Renewed for 2 additional seasons, but, an Emmy-Award WIN for his outstanding acting in a lead role! also, Hill Harper, is absolutely stunning, and he has come a long way since his Limitless role. overall, GREAT Show, and GREAT Monday night choice.… Expand
  4. TelevisionCr
    Sep 30, 2017
    10
    It is the dawn of the real human, relatable male protagonist. Why am I saying this? Because I know that Doctor Shaun Murphy will be the new Randall Pierce of this season. The Good Doctor nails so many aspects which so many shows need to be nailing. It gave us a pilot full of story and development rather than trying to be flashy or putting style above story. Freddie Highmore is phenomenal,It is the dawn of the real human, relatable male protagonist. Why am I saying this? Because I know that Doctor Shaun Murphy will be the new Randall Pierce of this season. The Good Doctor nails so many aspects which so many shows need to be nailing. It gave us a pilot full of story and development rather than trying to be flashy or putting style above story. Freddie Highmore is phenomenal, the depth he gives this character is insane and every facial expression and sentence that comes out of his mouth is believable. Finally, we have a male protagonist who isn't a stereotype and doesn't have the big muscles and the perfect face. That meant a lot to me because I could finally relate to a male character on a TV show. And the show gives us some of the most emotional flashbacks we will ever see on TV

    This is my first medical drama, so it will be very interesting to see how they balance Shaun's character development with the medical cases. It does need a bit work, like making these supporting characters more interesting and maybe visually a tiny bit as well as sound mixing. However, I hope everyone gives this a shot, if not for anything else than for the talent that is Freddie Highmore. And can we please give him an Emmy?!    … Expand
  5. andream
    Nov 11, 2017
    10
    wonderful, marvelous, emotional, fresh with a great actors. just love it and wait every week with impatience to see a new episode.
    You feel an immediate empathy for the main character, and it is really interesting to see his development.
  6. SkullBoy92
    Sep 26, 2017
    8
    After 1 episode I think i will give a chance to Good Doctor. Performance of Freddie Highmore is great and subtle. I Am curious and I want more of it ...
  7. bigbro29
    Sep 25, 2017
    9
    I got an advanced screening of this show and all I can say is wow I was impressed not that the show was good but by exactly how good it was I enjoyed this tremendously and can only hope it gets better with time this has easily became a hit in my book and it can only get better lets hope anyway I will for sure be tuning in Mondays to see this one ' haven't been this excited about Monday inI got an advanced screening of this show and all I can say is wow I was impressed not that the show was good but by exactly how good it was I enjoyed this tremendously and can only hope it gets better with time this has easily became a hit in my book and it can only get better lets hope anyway I will for sure be tuning in Mondays to see this one ' haven't been this excited about Monday in awhile' perfect way to end the evening and I hope dr murphy gets many more seasons… Expand
  8. knif
    Nov 6, 2017
    10
    This show is why I turn on my TV on Mondays. The concept and acting are terrific and intelligent, and the casting is perfect. It's simply the best of the best. What more is there to say?
  9. TVBug
    Mar 31, 2018
    8
    There is a sweetness to the show that allows us to forgive its many failings. Yes, the unrealistic portrayal of a young doctor with autism is troubling and uneven. The writing is sometimes dorky in the extreme. But the series' loving exhortation to see the person and not the disability and its general kindness makes it ultimately quite watchable.
  10. debbiegkatz
    Sep 26, 2017
    10
    I was really looking forward to watching this new series and thought it was great. It made me feel very emotional during certain scenes. I watched Freddie Highmore for 3 years on the bates motel and think he's an excellent, yet underrated actor. He's perfect for the part as the autistic surgeon. I hope this show succeeds and gains in popularity. Looking forward to next episode!
  11. wkyken
    Dec 19, 2017
    10
    I like the story lines, getting to know each character, and the cast is excellent. Freddie Highmore, as, Dr. Shaun Murphy, is outstanding. I can't wait for the January 8 episode.
  12. dalerhalimov
    Apr 5, 2018
    10
    I'm taking my hat off! What an outstanding performance by Freddie Highmore! I grew up on his films(Charlie and the chocolate factory, The Spiderwick chronicles, Arthur and the minimoys and so on). About a year ago started watching Bates Motel and Freddie was incredible! When I finished it I was very sad and I wanted another tv show with him and boom! There it was, The Good Doctor. PlusI'm taking my hat off! What an outstanding performance by Freddie Highmore! I grew up on his films(Charlie and the chocolate factory, The Spiderwick chronicles, Arthur and the minimoys and so on). About a year ago started watching Bates Motel and Freddie was incredible! When I finished it I was very sad and I wanted another tv show with him and boom! There it was, The Good Doctor. Plus David Shore is the creator( I love House so much and wanted medical drama for a long time). Obviously, the rest of the cast are doing a great job as well! The whole cast is amazing, great ideas, rare cases( my mom is a doctor so she loves it and I ask her what that means and she explains it to me like she did when we watched House). I want to congratulate the cast and can't wait for the season 2. Good luck guys!… Expand
  13. shoulderoforion
    Oct 10, 2017
    8
    So far so good, bit cheesy & disjointed sure, but a good house-ish medical show just the same. Not having experience with anyone "on the spectrum" can't say how accurate or realistic this portrayal of an autistic doctor is, but the show's fun to watch.
  14. 3oz
    Dec 29, 2017
    9
    After watching the trailer, I knew I would like this show. I have began watching it with my dad, and he really enjoys it as well. This is very surprising as my father only really enjoys very specific shows.

    I thoroughly enjoy how this tv shows has a very unique and interesting plots. I have never heard of a tv show this same type of storyline, and I congratulate it for that purpose.    After watching the trailer, I knew I would like this show. I have began watching it with my dad, and he really enjoys it as well. This is very surprising as my father only really enjoys very specific shows.

    I thoroughly enjoy how this tv shows has a very unique and interesting plots. I have never heard of a tv show this same type of storyline, and I congratulate it for that purpose. Great actors and great show. I would give it a 10 out of 10. but my socks are not completely blown off. It is quite close.    … Expand
  15. geminiblack
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    I love this show. It's very interesting to watch how each episode will unfold as each one is different. Love Freddie Highmore's character, he truly plays him well. Really looking forward to new episodes.
  16. anonymous133
    Feb 7, 2018
    7
    The flashbacks to Shaun’s childhood are ridiculous. Shaun is a good character but they ruin it by giving him a background story that is completely ridiculous and overall poorly portrayed. The rest of the show luckily makes up for it with good performances especially from Freddie Highmore. The show has some rough edges but they managed to bring something interesting and new to the medicalThe flashbacks to Shaun’s childhood are ridiculous. Shaun is a good character but they ruin it by giving him a background story that is completely ridiculous and overall poorly portrayed. The rest of the show luckily makes up for it with good performances especially from Freddie Highmore. The show has some rough edges but they managed to bring something interesting and new to the medical drama genre.… Expand
  17. Iamcritical86
    Feb 13, 2018
    7
    This show's not too bad but I think more people should die. It's not realistic enough in that department. Everytime a patient has a risky surgery, they come so close to death and then it's like God comes to the rescue EVERY SINGLE TIME and they miraculously survive.
  18. fairyelle93
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    I love The Good Doctor! It's a very entertaining show with an easy to follow story line. The actors in this show do a great job at conveying the emotion of their character. I've been hooked since episode 1. Please please make a season 2! Also I enjoy the medical references in the show because I am in nursing school and it's cool to see a show actually use medical terminology correctly. II love The Good Doctor! It's a very entertaining show with an easy to follow story line. The actors in this show do a great job at conveying the emotion of their character. I've been hooked since episode 1. Please please make a season 2! Also I enjoy the medical references in the show because I am in nursing school and it's cool to see a show actually use medical terminology correctly. I love this show!!! Oh and my boyfriend even watches it with me so it's great for everyone.… Expand
  19. TomPaal
    Mar 4, 2019
    10
    53 review Metacratic for the good doctor? I think I will ignore Metacritic for TV series from now. For games is OK.
  20. brkzcn
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    it was a good series for me and it makes me feel happy and sad at the same time which ı guess is so imprtant for those kind of series

Awards & Rankings

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#43 Most Discussed TV Season of 2017

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Jen Chaney
    Sep 25, 2017
    50
    There’s a lot going on here; too much, really. Like so many TV pilots, this one is auditioning for our attention and trying to cram every key character, theme, and backstory into that first tryout. It’s possible that once the show settles in, it could improve. ... Its two leads, Highmore and Schiff, are both excellent and manage to make some very heavy-handed dialogue sound less didactic than it otherwise might.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Darren Franich
    Sep 25, 2017
    58
    The various cuts to Shaun’s tragic youth suggest tragedy that the show’s glibness can only render in the broadest strokes; bad dad, kind brother, dead symbolic rabbit. It’s actually a relief when the show separately establishes itself as a sudsy Diet Grey’s Anatomy riff, with British actress Antonia Thomas as an ambitious doctor-who-cares and Nicholas Gonzalez as a McDream-ish surgeon-who-doesn’t.
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  3. The A.V. Club
    Reviewed by: Alex McLevy
    Sep 25, 2017
    67
    Shore has established the boilerplate world, and thanks to his leads, it has potential to evolve. But this first episode leans hard into the sudsy pontificating; hopefully, it’s just opening-night jitters for a show featuring a person with a condition rarely showcased on TV outside of A Very Special Episode.
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