Want the ultimate guide to get all the answers for The Good Doctor’s new season? Then continue reading to find out about all the latest developments for Season 7.
Attention readers! New challenges for the prestigious San Jose St. Bonaventure Hospital are officially on the way, and the fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the beloved medical drama series. As we certainly can expect nothing less than another thrilling and emotional journey that includes many heart-wrenching medical cases and personal struggles and triumphs.
The next season promises to be a rollercoaster ride of emotions that will leave viewers both moved and inspired, which has kept the fans entertained for the last six years as it always promises to deliver a thrilling ride that will leave fans wanting more.
So, if you are hoping to know what the next season has in store for fans, then we can assure you that you’re not alone! For you, we have compiled a complete guide that will help you understand the latest details that have been released recently and will help the readers embark on another unforgettable journey and learn everything about ABC’s The Good Doctor Season 7.
The Good Doctor Season 7 Renewal Status: When was it approved?
The seventh season was ordered on April 19, 2023, by ABC, which isn’t surprising as the series ranks as the #1 entertainment series in Monday’s 10 pm hour this season in Adults 18-49, tying NBC’s Quantum Leap. Furthermore, the series is up 478% after 35 days of multiplatform viewing, nearly six times its original Live+Same Day rating among Adults 18-49 this season.
Such ratings are incredible for a series that has been on the air for a long time! Because of its success, numerous talks about the proposed Good Doctor spinoff, The Good Lawyer, have also grown among fans, and it is looking positive for a pickup. The spinoff will be led by Kennedy McMann and Felicity Huffman and would mark Desperate Housewives alumna Huffman’s return to television.
Check out the official renewal announcement as shared on The Good Doctor’s Twitter handle, quoting, “Get your scrubs ready, as #TheGoodDoctor is coming back for a new season.”
Get your scrubs ready, as #TheGoodDoctor is coming back for a new season 💙 pic.twitter.com/2O8PeIDhfs
— The Good Doctor (@GoodDoctorABC) April 19, 2023
The Good Doctor Season 7 Release Date: When will it premiere?
As of writing this, no official release date for The Good Doctor Season 7 has been confirmed!
If you have been keeping up, then you’ll know that the filming of the seventh season was initially expected to commence sometime around August 2023, just like the prior season. But after the sudden writer’s strike breakout, it is highly doubtful whether the creators will be able to release the new season sometime later in the 2023 fall broadcasting season for the ABC network. Right now, it seems like urgent discussions about postponing the series’ release might have been happening!
As many competitor networks like CBS have also started to revise their fall schedule by delaying some shows for a much more suitable route to avoid further confusion until the strike concludes so that the writers can resume their work and complete the scripts for filming to begin properly. If a resolution is made before August, then there is a slight possibility that production will start soon without unnecessary delays.
Until there is an official confirmation, we speculate that the ongoing 2023 Writers Guild of America strike has the potential to change ABC’s 2023 fall schedule, and the season might get rescheduled entirely for next year, with the premiere date set for early to mid-2024 at the same time slot of every Mondays at 10 pm/9c on ABC. We would also like to emphasize that any information relating to this subject matter is pure conjecture, as no comment about it has been made by the verified source.
In conclusion, we recommend readers follow the show’s official social media handle in order to get all the new details whenever they are published.
The Good Doctor Season 7 Plot: What to expect?
The Good Doctor is based on the 2013 K-drama Good Doctor but has made substantial storyline diversions from the original series since the first season. Since then, the series has endeavored to remain unique in its storytelling and character arcs, which will continue in the upcoming season.
Not much has been revealed, but we are certain that the theme will remain consistent in order to convey the story, which follows: Dr. Shaun Murphy, a surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join a prestigious hospital’s surgical unit. Alone in the world and unable to personally connect with those around him, Shaun uses his extraordinary medical gifts to save lives at St. Bonaventure Hospital’s surgical unit and challenges the skepticism of his colleagues.
Following their long-awaited wedding festivities and his promotion to surgical attending, Shaun and Lea’s relationship is immediately put to the test, and they must learn to navigate life together as a married couple. Meanwhile, the team is dealing with changes at the hospital and in their personal lives that will present new emotional and interpersonal challenges for them.
As of writing this, we can assure readers that the specifics of the seventh season have been kept under wraps. But it is without a doubt clear that the plot of the next season is expected to continue from the sixth season’s finale episode, “Love’s Labor,” which will follow Shaun and Lea as they head to the delivery room and everyone from the hospital is there, except for one very important person. Meanwhile, a tragic accident involving Drs. Perez and Kalu pull everyone away, including Dr. Murphy.
The Good Doctor Season 7 Cast: Who will return in the new season?
The main cast who are expected to return are as follows: Freddie Highmore as Shaun Murphy, Fiona Gubelmann as Morgan Reznick, Will Yun Lee as Alex Park, Christina Chang as Audrey Lim, Paige Spara as Lea Dilallo, Bria Samoné Henderson as Jordan Allen, Noah Galvin as Asher Wolke, Richard Schiff as Aaron Glassman, and Hill Harper as Marcus Andrews. Savannah Welch, who plays Dr. Danica “Danni” Powell as one of the new residents in season 6, is also expected to return.
Sadly, ahead of the sixth season finale, it was confirmed that Brandon Larracuente would not return for the seventh season. Brandon Larracuente was written out of the show in the Season 6 finale after his character, Daniel Perez, was in a terrible car accident. Perez survived the accident but had to be put on painkillers to make it through his treatment. He made the decision to check himself into rehab and move back home after being given the drugs. However, he would be open to reprising the role in a guest capacity which is a good sign for any future comebacks.
Many recurring cast members are also anticipated to join the principal cast in the new season. “The Good Doctor,” is executive produced and co-show run by David Shore and Liz Friedman. Additional executive producers include Daniel Dae Kim, Erin Gunn, Thomas L. Moran, David Hoselton, Peter Blake, Jessica Grasl, Garrett Lerner, Mike Listo, Highmore, Shawn Williamson, David Kim, and Sebastian Lee. The series hails from Sony Pictures Television and ABC Signature.
🎬 🎬 🎬 Stream all seasons of #TheGoodDoctor now on Hulu 💙 pic.twitter.com/5Qwrbu5Kz2
— The Good Doctor (@GoodDoctorABC) June 2, 2023
The Good Doctor Season 7 Episodes: Where to stream?
We can assure the readers that the official episode count of the new season hasn’t been revealed by the network.
But if we follow the pattern followed by the last few seasons, then the show is very likely to consist of at least 18 to 22 episodes with an average runtime of 41 to 44 minutes, which are expected to drop on a weekly basis. This count can be changed in case the creators want to conclude the series with the seventh season or the writer’s strike isn’t resolved soon, which will eventually force the creators to shorten the season. If it happens, details will be confirmed later.
In the meantime, we recommend the reader check out all the seasons of The Good Doctor, which are currently on FuboTV and Hulu Plus, among other digital streaming services. The series is also available to rent or buy on iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, Google Play, and Vudu, with a vast number of membership plans according to the preferences of the users. The series is also available on ABC’s official website, where the episodes are published after they air on the channel.
The Good Doctor Season 7 Official Trailer: Is it available or not?
Unfortunately, no new official promos for the upcoming season have been released, as there is still plenty of time left to start such promotions since they usually begin once production is over. In the meantime, check out the official promo for the sixth season if you haven’t watched it yet.
The promo showcases Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome who moves from a calm country life to join the surgical section of a prominent hospital. Shaun, who is alone in the world and unable to communicate with anyone around him, utilizes his amazing medical abilities to rescue lives and test his colleagues’ skepticism.
Take a look at the official trailer for The Good Doctor Season 6 below:
While you wait for more The Good Doctor Season 7 updates, catch up on previous seasons to recall all the plotlines that have happened so far.