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S1·E1 Burnt Food

Episode
Season 1, Episode 1
Air Date
September 25, 2017
Runtime
44 minutes
Director
Seth Gordon
Writer
David Shore
Score
7.1/10 (100 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Main Arc (Crucial)
Mytharc Aired September 25, 2017 44 min ★ 7.1/10 · 100 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Season premiere establishing core conflicts and serialized narrative stakes.

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Synopsis

Dr. Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join the prestigious St. Bonaventure hospital’s surgical unit. Alone in the world and unable to personally connect with those around him, his only advocate, Dr. Aaron Glassman, challenges the skepticism and prejudices of the hospital’s board and staff when he brings him in to join the team. Shaun will need to work harder than he ever has before, as he navigates his new environment and relationships to prove to his colleagues that his extraordinary medical gifts will save lives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 1 of The Good Doctor air?

Season 1, Episode 1 ('Burnt Food') originally aired on September 25, 2017.

How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Burnt Food')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.

What happens in The Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 1?

Dr. Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join the prestigious St. Bonaventure hospital’s surgical unit. Alone in the world and unable to personally connect with those around him, his only advocate, Dr. Aaron Glassman, challenges the sk...

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