The Good Doctor series finale aired on May 16, 2023, and it featured the death of Dr. Aaron Glassman, played by Richard Schiff. The episode also saw the return of Claire Browne, played by Antonia Thomas, and addressed the impact of the writers' strike on the season.
The Good Doctor series finale, which aired on May 16, 2023, was an emotional rollercoaster for fans. The episode featured the death of Dr. Aaron Glassman, played by Richard Schiff, who had been a central figure in the show since its inception.
Glassman's death was a devastating blow to the show's characters, particularly Dr. Shaun Murphy, played by Freddie Highmore. Murphy had always looked up to Glassman as a mentor and father figure, and his loss will be deeply felt in future seasons.
The episode also saw the return of Claire Browne, played by Antonia Thomas, who had left the show at the end of Season 4. Claire's return was a welcome surprise for fans, and her presence helped to provide some closure to her character's arc.
In addition to the emotional drama, the series finale also addressed the impact of the writers' strike on the season. The strike, which lasted for three months, forced the show to cut its season short by six episodes.
As a result, the season finale had to be rewritten to accommodate the shorter season. The writers did a commendable job of wrapping up the season's storylines, but it was clear that the strike had a significant impact on the show's creative process.
Despite the challenges, the Good Doctor series finale was a satisfying conclusion to a successful season. The episode provided closure for some of the show's characters, while also setting up intriguing new storylines for the future.
* The episode was directed by David Shore, who also created the show.
* The episode was written by David Shore, Thomas L. Moran, and Adam Glass.
* The episode guest-starred Antonia Thomas, Tamlyn Tomita, and Hill Harper.
* The series finale was watched by an estimated 7.5 million viewers.
The Good Doctor will return for Season 6 in the fall of 2023.
