The Good Doctor (2017)
An autistic surgeon with savant syndrome navigates hospital politics while saving lives with his extraordinary medical gifts.
Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join a prestigious hospital's surgical unit. Unable to personally connect with those around him, Shaun uses his extraordinary medical gifts to save lives and challenge the skepticism of his colleagues.
How intense is The Good Doctor?
The Good Doctor has light gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a comfort watch. Rated TV-14.
What The Good Doctor feels like
- Tone
- earnestheartwarmingintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionComfort watch
Where to stream The Good Doctor
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Good Doctor for you?
Is The Good Doctor scary?
No. The Good Doctor is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Good Doctor gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3).
Is The Good Doctor sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Good Doctor OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
Where can I stream The Good Doctor?
The Good Doctor is streaming on Hulu.
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