When will Shaun Murphy return for another season? Continue reading to find out more about The Good Doctor Season 7.
The time to witness the return of the medical drama that has captured hearts worldwide will arrive soon, which will leave you asking more questions because of the pulse-pounding intensity that will leave you on the edge of your seat so, if you are one of those who want to get clarity about the series’ current status, release date, plot, and other crucial details ever since the renewal was announced!
Then look no further, as we at Web News Observer have compiled all of the relevant information right here for you. Because all we can say is that it’s time to fasten your seatbelts and get ready for another unforgettable journey into the unknown, as The Good Doctor Season 7 seems to take you on a rollercoaster ride of drama and intrigue. Continue reading until you reach the end to find all of your answers.
The Good Doctor Season 7 Release Date: When will it premiere on ABC?
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 p.m. hour this season among Adults 18–49, tying with the series, “Quantum Leap.” Since then, the renewal has raised many eyebrows as fans were curious to know about the future of the show, as filming was initially expected to commence sometime around August 2023, just like the prior seasons.
But after the sudden writer’s strike breakout, it is highly doubtful whether the creators will be able to release the new season for the 2023-24 fall broadcasting season. Right now, it seems ABC has postponed the series’ release for this year. This report has confirmed that ABC has shifted the fall schedule until next year as the network won’t premiere any scripted shows and will include all the unscripted shows, which include game shows, reality dating shows, etc., to cover up the fall broadcast season due to the lack of active writers due to the strike.
Until there is any more confirmation, we speculate that the season has been rescheduled entirely for next year, with the premiere date set for early to mid-2024 every Monday at 10 p.m./9 c. on the network, as many reports have also suggested that ABC has put a hold on major production until next year. In conclusion, any updates relating to this subject are just pure conjecture, as no comment about it has been made by the verified source. So, we recommend readers follow social media handles to catch up with all the details whenever they are published.
Also, 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 Plot: What to expect in the new season?
Not much has been revealed, but we are certain that the theme will remain consistent in order to convey the story, as Liz Friedman assured the readers that they can expect some new blood in Season 7 by stating, “Yes, I think so. We’re going to have a little bit of a new, interesting sort of presentation for that new blood this time around.” After all, 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.
The series has endeavored to remain unique in its storytelling and character arcs, which will continue in the upcoming season. 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.
Mom + Dad 🥰 pic.twitter.com/zr34aekJD9
— The Good Doctor (@GoodDoctorABC) July 10, 2023
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, “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. While you wait for the next chapter, take a look at the official finale episode promo below:
The Good Doctor Season 7 Cast: Who will return in the new season?
The main cast who are expected to return in the seventh season are as follows:
Freddie Highmore as Dr. Shaun Murphy: Shaun is a surgeon and an autistic surgical resident. His autistic abilities include near-photographic recall and the ability to note minute details and changes.
Richard Schiff as Dr. Aaron Glassman: He is the former President of San Jose St. Bonaventure Hospital and now an attending neurosurgeon, who has been a mentor and good friend of Shaun since he was 14.
Fiona Gubelmann as Dr. Morgan Reznick: A competitive surgical resident who has a subtle rivalry with Claire as they have opposite personalities and work ethics.
Christina Chang as Dr. Audrey Lim: An attending trauma surgeon in charge of the ER and surgical residents and later the Chief of Surgery.
Will Yun Lee as Dr. Alex Park: A surgical resident and a former police officer from Phoenix, Arizona who decided to become a doctor.
Noah Galvin as Dr. Asher Wolke: One of the new surgical residents. He is a former Hasidic Jew and the son of a rabbi who became an atheist after leaving his Hasidic community at eighteen and is also openly gay.
Bria Henderson as Dr. Jordan Allen: One of the new surgical residents who is also a successful inventor. She is initially one of Shaun’s junior residents along with Olivia but is later assigned to Park along with Enrique.
Chuku Modu as Dr. Jared Kalu: A surgical resident who moves to Denver at the start of season 2 after conflicting with Dr. Andrews, who fired him for assaulting an employee who tried to take advantage of Claire, leading Jared to get his job back by suing the hospital for racism, at the cost of losing Andrews and Melendez’s respect of him.
Paige Spara as Lea Dilallo: Shaun’s love interest until she left to pursue her dream. In season 6, she and Shaun are expecting a baby boy and she gives birth to Steven Aaron Murphy in the finale.
In addition to this, 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.
The Good Doctor Season 7 Cast: Who will not return in the cast?
The two cast members who are reported to not return in the new season are as follows:
Brandon Larracuente as Dr. Daniel “Danny” Perez
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.
Hill Harper as Dr. Marcus Andrews
Recently, Hill Harper also announced that he’s running for U.S. Senate in Michigan on his official Instagram handle. The official statement from Hill Harper reads:
“We can all feel it. D.C. just isn’t getting things done for people – because special interests always come first. As a union organizer, single dad, and business owner, I understand the challenges Michiganders are facing right now. They demand a Senator who’ll do what’s right for ALL of us – not just lobbyists. That’s why today, I’m announcing my campaign for the U.S. Senate!”
Due to this, many fans have speculated that his campaign will presumably interfere with his role on the show, and it is one of the prominent reasons why he won’t return in the new season. We don’t know what will happen to his character in the upcoming season as nothing has officially been confirmed by the network, for which we’ll have to wait some time!
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 then the show is 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 writer’s strike isn’t resolved soon, which will eventually force the creators to shorten the season and release them earlier. 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 and app, where the episodes are published after they air on the channel.
We still have hope for these 2️⃣ Stream #TheGoodDoctor now on Hulu to witness their journey. pic.twitter.com/ncGR95EdHh
— The Good Doctor (@GoodDoctorABC) June 26, 2023
The Good Doctor Season 7 Official Trailer: Is it available?
Unfortunately, the network hasn’t released any new teaser trailers for the new season, as filming hasn’t even commenced, which makes it impossible for the network to create and promote a teaser with new clips from the upcoming season to reveal some plotlines. Hence, we urge the readers to wait and be patient for some time!
In the meantime, check out this newly released official trailer for The Good Doctor Season 6, which showcases the season also exploring Shaun becoming a surgical resident at St. Bonaventure Hospital’s surgical unit. He faces more responsibility and pressure. He must deal with an attack on the hospital, new residents, and Lea’s high-risk pregnancy while navigating relationships to become a good leader and dad so that he can maintain his now stable life.
While you wait for more updates on The Good Doctor Season 7, catch up with the previous seasons, which are now available to stream on ABC.