Freddie Highmore reflects on the emotional series finale of "The Good Doctor," discussing the final scenes, the show's impact on autism awareness, and his future plans. He likens the end of the series to a graduation, filled with nostalgia and excitement for new opportunities. Highmore also highlights the growth of his character, Dr. Shaun Murphy, and the meaningful goodbyes shared with the cast.
The series finale of ABC's "The Good Doctor" features Dr. Shaun Murphy saving Dr. Claire Browne with an unapproved treatment, risking his medical license, while his mentor Dr. Aaron Glassman succumbs to brain cancer. The episode concludes with a 10-year time jump showing Shaun as chief of surgery, honoring Glassman's legacy through a foundation for neurodiversity in medicine.
"The Good Doctor" concluded its series with a poignant finale that saw Dr. Shaun Murphy face personal and professional challenges, including saving Dr. Claire Browne and coming to terms with Dr. Aaron Glassman's terminal cancer. The showrunners and Freddie Highmore reflected on Shaun's growth and the series' hopeful message, culminating in a flash-forward where Shaun becomes chief of surgery and opens a foundation for neurodivergent doctors. The series is now available on Hulu.
The Good Doctor's final season premiere sees Shaun and Lea adjusting to parenthood, while Dr. Murphy saves the lives of infant patients at the hospital. Executive producer Liz Friedman hints at conflicting parenting views, struggles, and challenges for the characters, as well as the dynamics of co-presidents Glassman and Lim. The potential return of a beloved character remains uncertain, leaving fans eager for the remaining episodes of the series.
Felicity Huffman, who previously portrayed a trans woman in "Transamerica," stated that she wouldn't take on such a role now, emphasizing the need for inclusivity in casting. Following her involvement in the college admissions scandal, she has faced challenges in her acting career but is set to star in the London stage revival of "Hir," playing the mother of a transgender child. Huffman expressed enthusiasm for the role, highlighting the character's zeal and freedom.
ABC releases trailers for the final season of The Good Doctor, Season 3 of Abbott Elementary, Season 6 of The Rookie, Not Dead Yet Season 2, Will Trent Season 2, The Conners Season 6, and a teaser for the seventh and final season of Station 19, offering previews of the upcoming episodes and premieres dates for each show.
ABC's beloved medical drama series "The Good Doctor" will end after its upcoming seventh season, much to the disappointment of fans. The show's co-showrunners and executive producer expressed their pride in the work done and gratitude to the network and fans, while star Freddie Highmore also shared his gratitude for the experience. Despite recent attempts for a spin-off, ABC passed on the idea, leaving fans to anticipate the conclusion of "The Good Doctor."
ABC has announced that the upcoming seventh season of "The Good Doctor" will be its last, marking the end of the popular hospital drama starring Freddie Highmore as Dr. Shaun Murphy. The series, which premiered in 2017, has been a consistent performer for ABC but will conclude its run after the upcoming season. The decision to end the show was met with gratitude from the cast and crew, with Highmore expressing his immense privilege in playing Dr. Shaun Murphy. Despite its popularity, the series has never been nominated for an Emmy, and a potential spinoff titled "The Good Lawyer" did not make it to the air.
ABC has announced the cancellation of the long-running medical drama "The Good Doctor" after its upcoming seventh season, marking the end of the show's 116-episode run. The series, which follows the story of a neurodivergent young surgeon named Shaun Murphy, has been popular among viewers, with Freddie Highmore expressing gratitude for the experience. Despite its comedic engagement on social media, the show garnered a significant viewership, ranking as the number one show among viewers ages 18-49 in its time slot.
ABC's medical drama "The Good Doctor" will conclude with its seventh season, making it the second ABC drama to end in 2024. The show's co-showrunners and executive producer expressed their gratitude and pride for the series, while lead actor Freddie Highmore also shared his appreciation for the experience. The Season 7 premiere is set for February 20, and Disney Television Group president Craig Erwich expressed gratitude for the show's impact. The series stars Highmore as Dr. Shaun Murphy, a young autistic surgeon, and also features Richard Schiff and Chuku Modu in prominent roles.
ABC's medical drama The Good Doctor, starring and executive produced by Freddie Highmore, will conclude with its upcoming seventh season, making it the second long-running ABC drama to end this season. The show, which has been a Monday night staple, will move to Tuesdays for its final season. The series has been praised for its portrayal of an autistic young doctor and has garnered a dedicated fan base. The final season is set to premiere on February 20th.
ABC's popular medical drama "The Good Doctor" will conclude with its upcoming seventh season, with series star Freddie Highmore expressing gratitude for the experience. The show, which debuted in 2017, has been a hit and will debut its final season on Feb. 20. Executive producers and showrunners David Shore and Liz Feldman, along with executive producer Erin Gunn, expressed pride in the work done and thanked the cast, crew, and partners. The series, which features Highmore as Dr. Shaun Murphy, a skilled surgeon with autism, has resonated with audiences and will join other broadcast shows in concluding their runs.
Hill Harper, known for his role as Dr. Marcus Andrews on "The Good Doctor," is leaving the show to focus on his campaign for the United States Senate in Michigan. Harper, who graduated from Harvard Law School, is running for the Democratic nomination and is campaigning on a platform supporting universal healthcare, climate justice, raising the federal minimum wage, and eliminating the filibuster. He is facing Elissa Slotkin, the congressional representative for Michigan's 7th district, in the Democratic primary.
ABC has canceled The Rookie: Feds and passed on The Good Doctor spinoff, The Good Lawyer, as the network finalizes its schedule for the remainder of the 2023-24 broadcast season following the end of the actors and writers strikes. With production set to resume soon, ABC decided not to proceed with a second season of Feds and opted against moving forward with The Good Lawyer, which was a back-door pilot of The Good Doctor. The cancellations come as Disney plans to cut $2 billion in costs, with scripted originals being more expensive to produce than unscripted programming.
