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‘The Good Doctor’ To End With Season 7: Cast, Plot And Release Date

As season 6 of The Good Doctorcame to a close, viewers eagerly anticipated the medical drama’s seventh season. However, a delay caused by Hollywood strikes added an extra element of tension. 

Now that the hurdles are behind us, ‘The Good Doctor‘ Season 7 is set to grace our screens with a bittersweet twist—it will also be the series’ final chapter, concluding the journey of the beloved characters. Let’s dive into what we know about the upcoming season, including the cast, release date, and hints about its intriguing plot.

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Cast Of ‘The Good Doctor’ Season 7

'The Good Doctor' cast
‘The Good Doctor’ cast

Freddie Highmore‘s portrayal of Dr Shaun Murphy has long been the heart of The Good Doctor, and Season 7 is no exception. The show’s ensemble cast will include familiar faces such as Richard Schiff (Dr. Glassman), Fiona Gubelmann (Dr. Reznick), Will Yun Lee (Dr. Park), Christina Chang (Dr. Lim), Paige Spara (Lea), Bria Henderson (Dr. Allen), Noah Galvin (Dr. Wolke), and Chuku Modu (Dr. Kalu). 

However, according to Deadline, season 7 of ‘The Good Doctor‘ will not see Brandon Larracuente, who portrayed Dr. Daniel Perez in season 6 return as a series regular. Though, he might still make sporadic guest appearances. Fans of Larracuente will be pleased to learn that the actor has a new TV series scheduled to air on Prime Video, called ‘On Call’.

While everyone prepares for the final season, fans can expect the return of characters from previous seasons to say goodbye to the trailblazing medical drama.

What To Expect From The Plot

The Good Doctor
The Good Doctor

As the series concludes, Season 7 is set to follow where Season 6 left off, looking into the consequences of the characters’ crucial decisions. Danny’s departure to focus on sobriety, Dr. Reznick and Dr. Park handling motherhood, Dr. Harper’s resignation due to a romance, and the precarious state of Shaun and Dr Schiff’s relationship—all of these threads are primed to unravel in emotionally explosive episodes. The arrival of Shaun and Lea’s newborn boy adds another layer of intricacy to the plot.

While the overall storylines promise a moving farewell, the show’s trademark medical-case-of-the-week structure will continue to engage viewers. The show’s dedication to portraying detailed medical settings alongside its characters’ individual journeys has been a trademark, and Season 7 is likely to keep this careful balance.

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Release Date And New Schedule

A Still From 'The Good Doctor'
A Still From ‘The Good Doctor’

Season 7 of The Good Doctor will air from 20 February 2024 on Tuesday nights instead of Mondays. This adjustment is part of ABC’s plan for the winter/spring 2024 primetime schedule. 

The network plans to premiere a new season of The Bachelor on Mondays, leaving Tuesdays for ‘The Good Doctor’, ‘Will Trent‘ Season 2, and ‘The Rookie‘ Season 6. This scheduling shift heightens the anticipation for long-time watchers.

‘The Good Doctor’ Will Have A Short Season 7

A Still From 'The Good Doctor'
A Still From ‘The Good Doctor’

The delayed start of ‘The Good Doctor‘ Season 7 is expected to result in a shorter season. While ABC has not announced the actual episode count, the shorter run may increase the emotional impact by reducing the farewell tale into a heartbreaking investigation of the individuals’ lives.

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Akshita Singh
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Akshita Singh is a Senior Content Writer at First Curiosity. She has been churning out content for 2 years. She's an avid reader and writer, fascinated by the works of Sylvia Plath, Franz Kafka, and Charles Bukowski. Akshita is also a poet herself, having written two poetry books titled ‘Made By Misery’ and ‘Deathbed’. Apart from goth literature, another thing that she enjoys is the real and fictional stories of Hollywood. She loves cinema and admires all works of art, be they delivered by actors or directors. So, keeping up with celebrity life comes as basic nature to her, something she loves knowing and informing others.

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