The Good Doctor has been a long-running show on ABC since 2017. The show follows Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, as he relocates and joins a prestigious hospital's surgical unit. With seven seasons and counting, it is no surprise that some episodes have been better than others. Here we will explore the worst episodes for The Good Doctor, as ranked by fans and critics alike.
When it comes to the worst episodes of The Good Doctor, there are a few that stand out. Whether it be due to the plot, characters, or just the overall feeling of the episode, these are the ones that got a lot of criticism. We will take a look at these episodes, and discuss why they are considered the worst of the series.
From characters not being developed to uninteresting storylines, the worst episodes of The Good Doctor have a lot of issues. Despite this, these episodes are a part of the show's history, and it is important to talk about them in order to understand why the show is so loved. So, let's take a look at the worst episodes of The Good Doctor and see why they are ranked so low.
Written by Sophie and last updated on apr 10, 2024.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
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Dr. Shaun Murphy and the team race to save a pregnant woman's baby and find her current situation as a convicted felon complicates it even more than they realize. Meanwhile, the hospital takes on some unexpected changes that the staff are not prepared for.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 889 votes.
Claire is blindsided when her absentee father shows up at her door. Meanwhile, Shaun feels disconnected from Lea, causing tension in their relationship.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 1019 votes.
Dr. Park and Dr. Murphy treat an elderly Asian man brought to St. Bonaventure by his daughter after being the victim of a hate crime. In addition, Lea goes behind Shaun’s back to help raise his negative patient satisfaction scores.
The episode was rated 7.59 from 863 votes.
The team treats a famous marriage counselor after she injures her ankle from falling, but when she offers relationship advice to them, Dr. Morgan Reznick quickly spots that their patient might be experiencing something far more serious. Meanwhile, Dr. Audrey Lim is determined to get to the bottom of what really happened in the OR during her surgery and sets off on her own internal investigation.
The episode was rated 7.58 from 731 votes.
While Doctor Andrews treats a foster kid for injuries sustained at his group home, Shaun and team look to Lea's expertise with cars and auto repair to help a patient whose iron lung has broken. Meanwhile, the patient's niece, a documentarian, takes an interest in Shaun.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 764 votes.
While Drs. Lim, Murphy and Wolke help a teenage “biohacker” whose self- experiments begin to compromise his health, Drs. Morgan, Park, Jordan and Glassman treat a young woman who wants a controversial surgery to treat her depression and chronic pain. Additionally, Dr. Reznick looks to take the next step in her relationship with Dr. Park.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 768 votes.
Sophie takes Lea out for a day full of luxurious wedding planning. And after a near fatal oversight, Dr. Lim senses an underlying issue is behind nurse Villanueva's unprofessional behavior.
The episode was rated 7.53 from 756 votes.
Now that Shaun has called off the wedding, he is forced to confront Lea about their relationship and determine what he really means to her. Meanwhile, the team debate their opinions on plastic surgery and Dr. Audrey Lim hopes to expose Salen’s cover-up over an infant’s death to take her down before it is too late.
The episode was rated 7.50 from 808 votes.
Drs. Lim, Park and Wolke treat a woman with Valley fever and discover a secret she has been hiding from her fiancé. Meanwhile, Drs. Murphy, Allen and Andrews treat a 45-year-old virgin and help her make a big decision about her life.
The episode was rated 7.48 from 797 votes.
Lim is challenged by the unique circumstances surrounding a pregnant patient with an aggressive tumor. Elsewhere, after misdiagnosing a patient, Claire makes a disconcerting discovery about certain practices at the hospital.
The episode was rated 7.31 from 1028 votes.
