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The Best Episodes of Good Doctor Season 1

Every episode of Good Doctor Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Good Doctor Season 1!

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A man, who is an autistic savant, aspires to become a paediatrician. He overcomes societal discrimination and uses his exceptional abilities to achieve his dreams.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.7/10(52 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Director Choi puts his job on the line in order to gain Sung Won Hospital's trust in hiring Park Shi On, an autistic savant, as their next doctor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.8/10(33 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    When a child patient suffers from a poorly executed surgery, Shi On takes matters into his own hands, causing trouble for Do Han.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.7/10(33 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    The life of a premature baby is in the balance when Shi On volunteers Do Han to perform a very risky surgery.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.0/10(29 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    The parents of the children in the Pediatric Ward feel uneasy with Shi On as their assigned doctor when despite his vast medical knowledge, he continually fails to interact with the patients properly.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.8/10(28 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    The death of a patient takes its toll on Yoon Seo and has Shi On and some of the patients questioning the existence of heaven.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.4/10(30 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    When a severly troubled child is admitted into the pediatric ward, Shi On is determined to help her. Meanwhile, Manager Ko sees this as another opportunity to get rid of Shi On and Director Choi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.8/10(28 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    When Shi On is forced to take responsibility for Eun Ok's rampage, Yoon Seo has a hard time accepting his dismissal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    7.8/10(27 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    When Shi On returns the Pediatrics Surgery Department, a child star is admitted and diagnosed with a condition that may ruin his future in singing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.0/10(25 votes)

    #9 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    When Kim Do Han is adamant about transferring Shi On to another department, Shi On is determined to prove himself and hang on to his dream.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.3/10(30 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    After Shi On successfully assists with a surgery, the Pediatrics Department is in high spirits until an expecting mother is forced to put her baby up for adoption by her cruel mother-in-law.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    8.0/10(28 votes)

    #11 - Episode 11

    S1:E11

    Do Han gives Shi On a special assignment in order to challenge him, but Shi On is too distracted by his feelings for Yoon Seo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    7.8/10(26 votes)

    #12 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    Do Han continues to push Shi On in order to get over his psychological trauma, but a surprise visitor may do just the opposite.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    7.8/10(25 votes)

    #13 - Episode 13

    S1:E13

    The return of Shi On's father brings back a tremendous amount of psychological trauma, causing an interruption in Shi On's abilities.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    7.7/10(25 votes)

    #14 - Episode 14

    S1:E14

    When no other surgeons are available, Shi On must try to overcome his trauma in order to save a patient's life. Meanwhile, Yoon Seo begins to distance herself from Shi On.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 15 - Episode 15
    7.8/10(25 votes)

    #15 - Episode 15

    S1:E15

    A child is rushed to Sung Won Hospital's Pediatric Surgery Department when she's stabbed by a random stranger. Chae Kyung begins to regret her recent actions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 16 - Episode 16
    7.6/10(23 votes)

    #16 - Episode 16

    S1:E16

    Do Han is injured while trying to save a patient from a murderer. Vice President Kang is in a bind when Boston Hospital refuses to perform a high risk surgery on his son.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 17 - Episode 17
    7.9/10(24 votes)

    #17 - Episode 17

    S1:E17

    When In Hye undergoes septic shock, her near-death experience gives her a new perspective on things. Another person from Shi On's past makes an appearance.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 18 - Episode 18
    7.8/10(25 votes)

    #18 - Episode 18

    S1:E18

    Do Han's negligence for his wound almost puts a patient in danger. Meanwhile, the staff prepares their annual skit for the children in the Pediatrics Ward.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    7.9/10(26 votes)

    #19 - Episode 19

    S1:E19

    Shi On is worried about Yoon Seo when news of them dating spreads throughout the hospital. In Hye's surgery date finally approaches.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 20 - Episode 20
    8.3/10(34 votes)

    #20 - Episode 20

    S1:E20

    The doctors all feel helpless when complications arise after In Hye's surgery. Shi On and Yoon Seo must overcome the prejudice surrounding them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Good Doctor" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 52 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/5/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".