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New Amsterdam
TV Series

New Amsterdam

Break the rules. Heal the system.
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User Score1,087 ratings
TMDB 8.32018 / ep5 seasons · 89 eps
Drama

Synopsis

The new medical director breaks the rules to heal the system at America's oldest public hospital. Max Goodwin sets out to tear up the bureaucracy and provide exceptional care, but the doctors and staff are not so sure he can succeed. They've heard this before. Not taking "no" for an answer, Dr. Goodwin's instinctive response to problems large and small is four simple words: "How can I help?" He has to disrupt the status quo and prove he'll stop at nothing to breathe new life into this underfunded and underappreciated hospital, returning it to the glory that put it on the map.

Episodes

22 episodes
Creator
David Schulner1 credited
Network
NBCNBC
First aired
September 25, 2018Ended
Seasons
589 episodes

Top Cast

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Ryan Eggold
Ryan Eggold
Max Goodwin
Janet Montgomery
Janet Montgomery
Lauren Bloom
Jocko Sims
Jocko Sims
Floyd Reynolds
Tyler Labine
Tyler Labine
Iggy Frome
Sandra Mae Frank
Sandra Mae Frank
Elizabeth Wilder

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Reviews

From TMDB users
madriyanto
Jun 24, 2024

"New Amsterdam" captivated me from the first episode, five years after its premiere. While the romantic subplots were enjoyable, I was truly drawn to the series' realistic portrayal of hospital life, the complexities of the medical profession, and the diverse tapestry of patient stories. As a social science enthusiast, I find myself fascinated by human interaction, analyzing how people react to situations and connect with each other. "New Amsterdam" provides a rich and engaging platform for this exploration, offering a glimpse into the intricate workings of society without the real-life pressures. The series also serves as a fascinating case study in leadership. Max, the hospital director, embodies a cool, honest, and effective leadership style that I find particularly compelling. Watching him navigate the challenges of running a large, complex hospital provides valuable insights for anyone interested in leadership, including myself as a leadership facilitator. The setting of New York City adds another layer of intrigue. The Big Apple, a melting pot of cultures and personalities, provides a vibrant backdrop for the series. We encounter a diverse range of characters, each with their own unique stories and struggles, reflecting the complexities of contemporary society. As an observer, I relish the opportunity to witness these interactions without personal involvement, a luxury that "New Amsterdam" provides. While the first two seasons set a high bar for creativity and coherence, I noticed a slight decline in these aspects in subsequent seasons. Perhaps the creative team ran out of steam, or maybe it's just my perception. Regardless, the initial seasons remain a compelling and insightful exploration of human interaction, medical life, and leadership, making "New Amsterdam" a must-watch for anyone who shares my interests.

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