The Good Doctor

2024 - 5 - 22

The Heart-Wrenching Finale of 'The Good Doctor': A Rollercoaster of Emotions

Dr. Shaun Murphy - Emotional Rollercoaster - Freddie Highmore - The Good Doctor

Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as 'The Good Doctor' series finale wraps up with shocking twists and heart-wrenching moments. Find out how Dr. Glassman's death, Claire's return, and the strike impacted the season. Plus, Freddie Highmore's stellar performance steals the show!

In the gripping finale of 'The Good Doctor,' viewers were left on the edge of their seats as Dr. Shaun Murphy fought desperately to save the lives of his closest friends. The emotional rollercoaster unfolded with Dr. Glassman's tragic death, Claire's unexpected return, and the impact of the strike that 'downsized' the season. Star Freddie Highmore's stellar performance shone brightly, adding depth and emotion to the series' conclusion. As the Season 7 finale wrapped up, Shaun Murphy faced heart-wrenching decisions, showing the true strength of his character.

Freddie Highmore, along with EPs David Shore and Liz Friedman, delved into the series finale's biggest twists, shedding light on Glassman's demise and Claire's life-altering loss. The touching moments and unexpected turns showcased the depth of the characters and their enduring bonds. The finale left fans in awe as Shaun Murphy grappled with the harsh realities of life and loss, making it a memorable ending to the beloved medical drama.

As 'The Good Doctor' bid its farewell, Wendy from Everything King praised the show's authentic portrayal of autism through the main character, highlighting the importance of diversity and representation on television. The poignant tribute to the series and its handling of sensitive topics resonated with audiences, showcasing the impact of inclusive storytelling in the media landscape.

In a surprising twist, the finale dared to challenge conventional norms, daring to face the inevitable question of loss and resilience. The culmination of the series sparked discussions and emotional reactions among viewers, solidifying 'The Good Doctor' as a groundbreaking drama that touched hearts and minds alike.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Variety"

How 'The Good Doctor' Series Finale Handled Dr. Glassman's Death (Variety)

'The Good Doctor' EPs on its series finale: that death, Claire's return, how the strike 'downsized' the season and star Freddie Highmore's contributions.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "USA TODAY"

'The Good Doctor' finale recap: Last episode wraps series with a ... (USA TODAY)

Dr. Shaun Murphy fights to save the lives of two dear friends in "The Good Doctor" Season 7 finale. What happens in ABC medical drama's final episode?

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Deadline"

'The Good Doctor' Star & EPs On Series Finale's Twists, Shaun's ... (Deadline)

The Good Doctor's Freddie Highmore, David Shore and Liz Friedman dissect finale's biggest twists, including Glassman dying and Claire losing an arm.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Us Weekly"

The Good Doctor Series Finale Recap: How Did Season 7 End? (Us Weekly)

'The Good Doctor' series finale ended with Shaun Murphy only able to save one of his best friends.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TheWrap"

The Good Doctor Ending Explained by Freddie Higmore, EPs (TheWrap)

"The Good Doctor" star Freddie Highmore, and EPs Liz Friedman and David Shore, break down the ABC medical drama's series finale.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "BarrieToday"

COLUMN: Goodbye, good doctor, and good job (BarrieToday)

In this week's Everything King, Wendy bids fond farewell to television's Good Doctor and praises how the show handled main character's autism.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Soaps.com"

Did Glassman Die in Real Life on The Good Doctor? Why He Was ... (Soaps.com)

As for why Glassman dies in The Good Doctor, Friedman also explained to Parade that Glassman's cancer returning was The Good Doctor's final way of testing Shaun ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Pajiba"

Why Do the Good Ones Always Leave? (Pajiba)

Dune: Part Two on Max at 3:01am ET. Streaming premiere. Is watching this on a home TV spread out over 3-5 days in small chunks before bedtime the ideal way ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Beast"

'The Good Doctor' Finale: Meme'd Autism Series Ends Preposterously (Daily Beast)

As it says a final “Goodbye,” the ABC drama dares to ask, “What if not one but *two* major characters were dying?”

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Independent"

The Good Doctor final episode leaves fans in tears with another ... (The Independent)

Spoilers to follow – you have been warned! The series finale saw the death of Shaun's longtime mentor and champion at the hospital, Dr Aaron Glassman (Richard ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Your Morning"

The Good Doctor | S7:E10 | Goodbye | CTV (Your Morning)

As the doctors consider their futures, they work together to solve one of the most important cases of their careers.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Variety"

Freddie Highmore on 'The Good Doctor' Series Finale (Variety)

Freddie Highmore on the series finale of "The Good Doctor" and saying goodbye to Dr. Shaun Murphy.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Radio Times"

Why won't there be a season 8 of The Good Doctor? (Radio Times)

The final episode saw a very emotional end for Shaun Murphy (Freddie Highmore), and some serious twists come in the form of some life-saving close-calls, a ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "WBAY"

WBAY is working to rebroadcast The Good Doctor, The Rookie (WBAY)

WBAY-TV is working ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Screen Rant"

The Good Doctor Series Ending's Big Death Explained By ... (Screen Rant)

The Good Doctor showrunners David Shore and Liz Friedman explain the big death in the series finale, explaining its connection to Shaun.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "WISN Milwaukee"

WISN 12 will re-air the finales of 'The Good Doctor' and 'The Rookie' (WISN Milwaukee)

"The Rookie" will air directly after, at 1:05 a.m.. The season finale of "Will Trent" will not re-air. That can be found on the Hulu and ABC apps.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "WXOW.com"

WXOW to re-air Will Trent, The Rookie, and The Good Doctor (WXOW.com)

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WXOW) - Due to the potential that WXOW will cut in with severe weather coverage throughout Tuesday evening, WXOW and ABC are re-airing our ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "GoodHousekeeping.com"

'The Good Doctor' Fans Are Emotional Over How the Show Honored ... (GoodHousekeeping.com)

As the ABC medical drama aired its final episode on May 21, folks tuned in to see how the story of Dr. Shaun Murphy (Freddie Highmore) and his colleagues at San ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Us Weekly"

The Good Doctor Series Finale Burning Questions Answered (Us Weekly)

'The Good Doctor' series finale answered burning questions, including the name of Dr. Shaun Murphy's daughter.

'The Good Doctor' Bosses Reflect on Shaun's 'Important' Story ... (Gwinnettdailypost.com)

[Warning: The following contains MAJOR spoilers for The Good Doctor series finale.] Freddie Highmore's Dr. Shaun Murphy will always be out there somewhere ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "jacksonprogress-argus"

'The Good Doctor' Bosses Reflect on Shaun's 'Important' Story ... (jacksonprogress-argus)

ABC medical drama's creators reflect on the show's impact on neurodivergent representation following the series finale.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Yahoo Canada Shine On"

“The Good Doctor ”Cast Reacts to the Series Finale: 'Hoping Our ... (Yahoo Canada Shine On)

Christina Chang, Will Yun Lee, Fiona Gubelmann and more paid tribute to the ABC show after the final episode aired on May 21.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TVLine"

The Good Doctor's Freddie Highmore, EPs on the Significance of ... (TVLine)

'The Good Doctor' Series Finale Explained: Freddie Highmore and producers break down the last episode in a spoiler-filled interview with TVLine.

'The Good Doctor' Bosses Reflect on Shaun's 'Important' Story ... (Henry Herald)

[Warning: The following contains MAJOR spoilers for The Good Doctor series finale.] Freddie Highmore's Dr. Shaun Murphy will always be out there somewhere ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "USA TODAY"

'Good Doctor' finale: Where key cast ended up as ABC medical ... (USA TODAY)

Following "The Good Doctor" May 21 finale, here's where characters like Dr. Claire Brown and Dr. Audrey Lim ended up after seven seasons of drama.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Screen Rant"

Shaun's The Good Doctor Series Ending Explained By Freddie ... (Screen Rant)

The Good Doctor star Freddie Highmore explains his character Shaun's ending in the series finale and considers how far he's come over the years.

Explore the last week