New Amsterdam: Season 3
In the third season of the television series New Amsterdam, Dr. Max Goodwin continues his mission to change the culture and heal the broken system at America's historic public hospital. However, his promise and unconventional methods face a massive and unprecedented obstacle when they collide directly with a deadly global pandemic. As the hospital finds itself on the front lines of this crisis, Dr. Goodwin and his st
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Dr. Max Goodwin serves as the medical director at America's oldest public hospital.
- Dr. Goodwin is known for breaking the rules in his pursuit to heal and reform a broken system.
- The hospital functions as a historic public medical institution facing deeply entrenched systemic challenges.
- The medical staff operates under the leadership of a director dedicated to changing the hospital's institutional culture.
Season overview
In the third season of the television series New Amsterdam, Dr. Max Goodwin continues his mission to change the culture and heal the broken system at America's historic public hospital. However, his promise and unconventional methods face a massive and unprecedented obstacle when they collide directly with a deadly global pandemic. As the hospital finds itself on the front lines of this crisis, Dr. Goodwin and his staff must navigate the overwhelming challenges brought on by the outbreak while striving to uphold their commitment to patient care within the nation's oldest public healthcare institution. The season explores the immense strain placed on the medical staff, the hospital's infrastructure, and the healthcare system as a whole as they confront the realities of the pandemic alongside their ongoing efforts to reform the institution from within.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
The New Normal
Mar 2, 2021 · 43 min
New Amsterdam is still reeling from the pandemic as a plane crash lands in the East River. When investigators come to interrogate the flight crew, Iggy fights against the clock to
Essential Workers
Mar 9, 2021 · 43 min
Max is forced to face the heartbreaking consequences of one of his policies. Bloom comes to a startling realization about Iggy.
Safe Enough
Mar 16, 2021 · 43 min
Max resists an idea that could bring New Amsterdam more revenue. Iggy pushes back on the new telemedicine system. Sharpe uncovers a startling trend while treating a beloved former
This Is All I Need
Mar 23, 2021 · 43 min
Max journeys to Connecticut to bring Luna back to New York, but second-guesses his instincts when he sees her with her grandparents. Bloom takes action to ensure her staff feel saf
Blood, Sweat & Tears
Mar 30, 2021 · 43 min
When Sharpe notices the hospital's blood supply is running dangerously low, Max concocts a plan to get New Amsterdam out of trouble. Reynolds realizes he has a thing or two to lear
Why Not Yesterday
Apr 6, 2021 · 43 min
Max is on a mission to fix systemic racism at New Amsterdam. Bloom treats a patient who reminds her that things aren't as they seem. Sharpe is overwhelmed while tending to a family
The Legend of Howie Cournemeyer
Apr 13, 2021 · 43 min
It's National HIV Testing Day and Max has offered free care to all HIV+ patients who come to New Amsterdam. Bloom and Reynolds butt heads over their opposing bedside manners. Iggy
Catch
Apr 20, 2021 · 43 min
Max is forced to examine the inequities in child labor for women of color. Bloom must deal with an overcrowded ED. Sharpe helps Dr. Agnes Kao with a gut-wrenching diagnosis. Reynol
Disconnected
Apr 27, 2021 · 43 min
Max is on a mission to deliver free broadband access. Reynolds treats a young girl with a gunshot wound. Sharpe gives difficult news to a long-time patient. Iggy is immensely proud
Radical
May 4, 2021 · 43 min
Max reckons with New Amsterdam's past. Bloom and Reynolds treat a patient in an unconventional relationship. Sharpe decides to take a stricter approach to parenting her frustrated
Pressure Drop
May 11, 2021 · 42 min
Max implements sweeping changes to hospital sustainability practices. Bloom returns from vacation. Reynolds treats a young patient with deadly heat stroke. Iggy discovers a dangero
Things Fall Apart
May 18, 2021 · 43 min
A burst pipe plunges the ED into chaos. Iggy counsels two stressed out parents about their child. Gwen and Calvin have some devastating news for Max.
Fight Time
Jun 1, 2021 · 43 min
Sharpe offers help to a reluctant Mina. Max is faced with a tough decision about Luna. Bloom and Casey treat a patient who has been hiding a lifelong secret. Iggy finds himself in
Death Begins in Radiology
Jun 8, 2021 · 44 min
Reynolds receives a dramatic offer. Max scours the hospital after he misplaces his wedding ring. Iggy contemplates a serious life change. Bloom learns some potentially life-changin