Good Doctor: Limited Series
Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join the surgical unit of a prestigious hospital. 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 those around him. As a savant-like pediatric surgeon, he finds himself in constant conflict with a fello
Season 1 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Shaun Murphy is a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome.
- Shaun relocates from a quiet country life to join a prestigious hospital surgical unit.
- Shaun is alone in the world and unable to personally connect with those around him.
- Shaun uses his extraordinary medical gifts to save lives and challenge skepticism.
Season overview
Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join the surgical unit of a prestigious hospital. 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 those around him. As a savant-like pediatric surgeon, he finds himself in constant conflict with a fellow doctor. This rivalry heats up even further when they develop feelings for the same woman.
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Episode 1
Aug 5, 2013 · 64 min
Director Choi puts his job on the line in order to gain Sung Won Hospital's trust in hiring Park Shi On, an autistic savant, as their next doctor.
Episode 2
Aug 6, 2013 · 63 min
When a child patient suffers from a poorly executed surgery, Shi On takes matters into his own hands, causing trouble for Do Han.
Episode 3
Aug 12, 2013 · 65 min
The life of a premature baby is in the balance when Shi On volunteers Do Han to perform a very risky surgery.
Episode 4
Aug 13, 2013 · 64 min
The parents of the children in the Pediatric Ward feel uneasy with Shi On as their assigned doctor when despite his vast medical knowledge, he continually fails to interact with th
Episode 5
Aug 19, 2013 · 65 min
The death of a patient takes its toll on Yoon Seo and has Shi On and some of the patients questioning the existence of heaven.
Episode 6
Aug 20, 2013 · 64 min
When a severly troubled child is admitted into the pediatric ward, Shi On is determined to help her. Meanwhile, Manager Ko sees this as another opportunity to get rid of Shi On and
Episode 7
Aug 26, 2013 · 63 min
When Shi On is forced to take responsibility for Eun Ok's rampage, Yoon Seo has a hard time accepting his dismissal.
Episode 8
Aug 27, 2013 · 64 min
When Shi On returns the Pediatrics Surgery Department, a child star is admitted and diagnosed with a condition that may ruin his future in singing.
Episode 9
Sep 2, 2013 · 64 min
When Kim Do Han is adamant about transferring Shi On to another department, Shi On is determined to prove himself and hang on to his dream.
Episode 10
Sep 3, 2013 · 64 min
After Shi On successfully assists with a surgery, the Pediatrics Department is in high spirits until an expecting mother is forced to put her baby up for adoption by her cruel moth
Episode 11
Sep 9, 2013 · 64 min
Do Han gives Shi On a special assignment in order to challenge him, but Shi On is too distracted by his feelings for Yoon Seo.
Episode 12
Sep 10, 2013 · 63 min
Do Han continues to push Shi On in order to get over his psychological trauma, but a surprise visitor may do just the opposite.
Episode 13
Sep 16, 2013 · 62 min
The return of Shi On's father brings back a tremendous amount of psychological trauma, causing an interruption in Shi On's abilities.
Episode 14
Sep 17, 2013 · 63 min
When no other surgeons are available, Shi On must try to overcome his trauma in order to save a patient's life. Meanwhile, Yoon Seo begins to distance herself from Shi On.
Episode 15
Sep 23, 2013 · 64 min
A child is rushed to Sung Won Hospital's Pediatric Surgery Department when she's stabbed by a random stranger. Chae Kyung begins to regret her recent actions.
Episode 16
Sep 24, 2013 · 62 min
Do Han is injured while trying to save a patient from a murderer. Vice President Kang is in a bind when Boston Hospital refuses to perform a high risk surgery on his son.
Episode 17
Sep 30, 2013 · 64 min
When In Hye undergoes septic shock, her near-death experience gives her a new perspective on things. Another person from Shi On's past makes an appearance.
Episode 18
Oct 1, 2013 · 63 min
Do Han's negligence for his wound almost puts a patient in danger. Meanwhile, the staff prepares their annual skit for the children in the Pediatrics Ward.
Episode 19
Oct 7, 2013 · 64 min
Shi On is worried about Yoon Seo when news of them dating spreads throughout the hospital. In Hye's surgery date finally approaches.
Episode 20
Oct 8, 2013 · 64 min
The doctors all feel helpless when complications arise after In Hye's surgery. Shi On and Yoon Seo must overcome the prejudice surrounding them.