The Resident

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 21, 2018
Season #: 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Metascore
54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
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Critic Reviews

  1. TVLine
    Reviewed by: Dave Nemetz
    Jan 16, 2018
    83
    Episode 2 brings a mass infusion of new characters, including an oncologist played by Providence vet Melina Kanakaredes, that leaves the cast feeling overcrowded. But two episodes in, The Resident still shows plenty of storytelling potential, with real tension and intriguing character dynamics to dive into. It doesn’t flinch at showing how our health-care system is run like a for-profit business.
  2. Colorado Springs Gazette
    Reviewed by: Terry Terrones
    Jan 18, 2018
    75
    Medical procedurals are typically too color-by-numbers for my taste, but that's not the case here. With well-placed touches of humor, interesting storylines and a special cast, "The Resident" is a prescription you should have filled.
  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    Jan 22, 2018
    70
    If it doesn't break any new ground in the genre, it efficiently delivers a familiar mix of ethical conundrums and colorful characters, with just enough blood and sex to seem "real" in TV terms.
  5. Newsday
    Reviewed by: Verne Gay
    Jan 22, 2018
    63
    Painfully familiar hospital drama that starts off sloppy but improves.

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User Score
6.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 43 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 43
  3. Negative: 11 out of 43
  1. ILIKETOWATCH
    Jan 29, 2018
    10
    I loved this show. Of course medical professionals will be unhappy with some of the over-the-top escapades. To me the realism is shown in theI loved this show. Of course medical professionals will be unhappy with some of the over-the-top escapades. To me the realism is shown in the over size egos and the no-win dilemmas that caregivers face every day. There were dishonest actions which were compassionate, and perfectly legal actions which were despicable. The acting is first rate, the actors are attractive, their roles seem well-rounded. I say give it time. If you didn't like it, go back to watching The Bachelor, and give this show time to get even better. The network needs to give the show plenty of promotion and let the writers learn to use their scalpels with care.… Full Review »
  2. vega19
    Jan 21, 2018
    9
    Very promising show in a genre of television that lends itself to mediocrity. A jarring portrayal of the medical field that doesn't leaveVery promising show in a genre of television that lends itself to mediocrity. A jarring portrayal of the medical field that doesn't leave viewers with the feel-good, overly saccharine nature of other medical dramas. More than anything, this show reminds me how House of Cards broke out of the pack of political feel-good series to give a more realistic, and frankly more enthralling, show than what we're used to. Yes, the pilot tends to milk the drama more than it needs to, and I honestly don't know why Devon's character is in the show at all, but I think this show is one that is needed in our current political climate, and one that will continue to be popular for years to come.… Full Review »
  3. weirdgrimtales
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    I admit I am a bit tired of medical dramas but I was very curious over The Resident since it was boasting covering topics you don't normallyI admit I am a bit tired of medical dramas but I was very curious over The Resident since it was boasting covering topics you don't normally see, such as the politics in a hospital along with insurance things. As someone that has had to deal with hospitals and health care a lot (especially recently) I was excited to see this. Like most medical shows, it definitely has it's issues with medical accuracy at times. There isn't a medical show on the planet that hasn't shown something inaccurate at some point though. But it also has some really great details for other things, especially small things, which some doctors have expressed as impressive. The first few episodes are over the top at times but I think this is mostly because it is a TV show and they need to keep it interesting. Watching a bunch of people standing around entering charts on computers or doing all the lab work/waiting for labs would not really be much of a show. So I feel they can be forgiven for that. The storyline with Nic the nurse as a whistle blower is fantastic and I can not wait to see how this turns out. Fingers crossed for a season 2. And a longer season at that.… Full Review »
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